Cambodia Exports Milled Rice to Indonesia as a Landmark Achievement
Published on: November 2, 2023.
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Cambodia Makes Historic Export of Rice to Indonesia
In a historic milestone for Cambodia, the country has successfully exported milled rice to Indonesia for the first time. The first shipment of the commodity arrived in Semarang City, located in Indonesia’s Central Java province, on Thursday. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet expressed his delight, stating that this achievement is the result of fruitful negotiations to open Indonesia’s market for Cambodian milled rice.
The export of milled rice to Indonesia holds great significance for Cambodia. It is expected to increase the kingdom’s export volume and contribute to improving the livelihoods of farmers. The initial shipment consisted of 3,500 tons of white rice, marking a promising start to this new trade partnership.
This milestone export comes after Indonesia agreed to purchase 125,000 tons of milled rice from Cambodia back in August. It demonstrates the strong demand for Cambodian rice in the international market. In the first nine months of 2023 alone, Cambodia had already exported a total of 456,581 tons of milled rice to 57 countries and regions, earning an impressive revenue of US$327.4 million, according to the Cambodia Rice Federation.
China and Europe stand as the major markets for Cambodian milled rice, highlighting the country’s prowess as a reliable supplier in the Southeast Asian rice industry. Now, with the addition of Indonesia as a new market, Cambodia’s rice exporters have further expanded their reach and are poised for even greater success.
This achievement showcases Cambodia’s dedication to strengthening its rice industry and boosting its economy. With its high-quality rice products and increased export capabilities, Cambodia is solidifying its position as a key player in the global rice trade.
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