Papua releases export containers to China
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The Papua provincial government, facilitated by the Indonesian ship management PT. Pelindo IV, has released 100 containers of forest products to China.
President Director of PT Pelindo IV, Doso Agung, said in a statement received by ANTARA here on Tuesday that the exported containers released by the Governor of Papua, Lukas Enembe, along with the Board of Directors of Pelindo IV, is expected to bring in a revenue to Rp20 billion (or about US$1.5 million).
Doso stated that Pelindo IV will continue to carry direct export to transport Papua’s commodity crops to a number of countries.
“Direct export is expected to stimulate the economy in regions where the Pelindo IV operates. We will boost the direct exports, particularly in the ports managed by Pelindo IV,” he noted, adding that the Papua provincial administration will provide ships from Australia to open seaweed markets.
The release event was followed by a groundbreaking of the Jayapura seaport extension development in order to increase the capacity of the port.
Enembe appreciated Pelindo IV for engaging in direct overseas export.
Lukas hoped the direct export will immediately open up overseas market for Papuas commodities, and the area can attract investors.
He also hoped that the direct export would not only include forest products but also other commodities in Papua such as coffee, cocoa, and fisheries.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the estimated revenue generated from the export of these 100 containers of forest products?
What is the estimated revenue generated from the export of these 100 containers of forest products?
The export of these 100 containers is expected to generate a revenue of Rp20 billion, which is approximately US$1.5 million. This figure was provided in a statement by Doso Agung, President Director of PT Pelindo IV.
Q.Which entity is facilitating the export of these containers from Papua?
Which entity is facilitating the export of these containers from Papua?
The Indonesian ship management company PT. Pelindo IV is facilitating the export of these containers. Its President Director, Doso Agung, confirmed their involvement in continuing direct exports to various countries.
Q.What types of commodities does the Governor of Papua hope to include in future direct exports?
What types of commodities does the Governor of Papua hope to include in future direct exports?
Governor Lukas Enembe hopes that future direct exports will expand beyond forest products to include other Papuan commodities. He specifically mentioned coffee, cocoa, and fisheries as potential additions for overseas markets.
Q.What additional development was announced following the release event for the containers?
What additional development was announced following the release event for the containers?
Following the container release, there was a groundbreaking ceremony for the Jayapura seaport extension development. This project aims to increase the capacity of the port, supporting future export activities and economic growth.
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