Jakarta, April 21, 2026 – The Europe Today: Indonesia and Poland are exploring enhanced agricultural cooperation aimed at strengthening food security and boosting productivity amid growing global challenges through technology, investment, and sustainable resource development.
The initiative was highlighted during a meeting in Jakarta between Indonesia’s Deputy Agriculture Minister Sudaryono and Poland’s Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Małgorzata Gromadzka, on Monday.
Sudaryono underscored Indonesia’s commitment to expanding international partnerships in the agricultural sector as a strategic measure to safeguard food security. He noted that Jakarta is actively leveraging opportunities arising from a potential free trade agreement with the European Union.
“Indonesia is an open country. We are non-aligned, and we are ready to cooperate with anyone, including in trade, both exports and imports, as well as investment,” he stated.
He emphasized that amid global pressures such as conflicts, wars, and supply chain disruptions, cooperation must be translated into concrete actions, including expanded market access, simplified technical procedures, and enhanced agricultural investment and research collaboration.
During the talks, both sides reviewed opportunities and challenges related to the trade of strategic agricultural commodities. Poland expressed interest in exporting products such as beef, dairy, wheat, and berries, while Indonesia stressed the importance of compliance with health standards, veterinary certification, and audit requirements before granting market access.
Indonesia also maintained a cautious approach toward certain commodities, particularly poultry, citing biosecurity concerns and the need to protect domestic production. However, officials noted that opportunities remain open for products that meet technical standards and align with domestic demand.
Both countries agreed to strengthen cooperation through the establishment of a technical working group to accelerate trade protocols, particularly for beef and dairy products. Plans are also underway to expand collaboration through business engagements, investment exploration, and the potential signing of a memorandum of understanding to support long-term partnership.
Gromadzka welcomed the prospects of closer ties, highlighting the complementary nature of the two economies. She described Poland as a gateway to the European market and identified Indonesia as a key partner in Asia.
She expressed optimism that the partnership would not only increase trade volumes but also foster a more balanced, sustainable, and mutually beneficial relationship in addressing global food security challenges.
