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Indonesia's Ministry of Trade facilitated the first export of bread dough worth Rp 200 million ($12,800) from PT Juara Roti Indonesia (Roti Ropi) to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This milestone demonstrates Indonesia's growing presence in global food exports and highlights the capability of local MSMEs to penetrate international markets. Trade Minister Budi Santoso emphasized that this achievement showcases the success of Indonesia's ecosystem in supporting businesses from local to global scale.
PT Juara Roti Indonesia, known as Roti Ropi, has successfully exported 2 tons of bread dough valued at Rp 200 million ($12,800) to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This significant milestone was facilitated by the Indonesian Ministry of Trade on December 5, 2025. The export marks Roti Ropi's breakthrough into the Middle Eastern market and demonstrates the company's capability to meet international standards.
Trade Minister Budi Santoso highlighted that this export achievement is a testament to Indonesia's supportive ecosystem for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The minister emphasized that Roti Ropi's journey from a local business to an export-oriented company exemplifies the government's vision of empowering MSMEs to dominate both domestic and international markets.
The successful export to UAE opens new opportunities for Roti Ropi to expand its presence in the Middle East. With the Ministry of Trade's continued support, the company is poised to further enhance its production capacity and explore additional international markets. This development is expected to contribute positively to Indonesia's export growth and support the country's economic development goals.
First Bread Dough Export to UAE
MSME International Market Entry