Indonesian Government Removes Import Charges on Three Industrial Commodities

RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta – The Indonesian government has officially introduced a new economic stimulus package to strengthen the domestic economy in the second half of 2026. This stimulus measure, issued at the direction of President Prabowo Subianto, aims to protect the domestic market from global volatility, curb inflation, and stimulate growth across various industrial sectors.

Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto stated that the total stimulus allocated by the government amounts to approximately Rp26.34 trillion. During a press conference in Jakarta on Monday, June 22, 2026, he explained that one of the key points of this policy is the reduction of import duties to zero percent for three major industrial commodities, including liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and plastic raw materials.

Airlangga said, “Following the President’s directive, given the uncertain situation, the government is providing incentives for the import of LPG and plastic raw materials. The government has set a zero-percent import duty on LPG for the petrochemical industry.”

The tariff-free import of LPG is expected to reduce operating costs for Indonesian industries by Rp2.25 trillion. In addition, the government estimates that cheaper plastic raw materials will help curb domestic inflation.

Furthermore, the Indonesian government has also reduced import tariffs on aircraft parts to zero percent. This measure is designed to support the regional aviation industry and boost the aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) sector in Indonesia.

“Furthermore, the government continues to facilitate imports of aircraft parts. Import tariffs have been reduced to 0 percent to support the aviation industry and the MRO sector, thereby enhancing the competitiveness of the MRO industry,” he stated.

Besides heavy industry, this semester’s economic stimulus package also includes social assistance and support for local businesses. The package includes special tax cuts for writers, food aid programs, and subsidies for local soybean farmers supplying traditional staples such as tofu and tempeh. The government has also allocated funds for national vocational internships and public transportation discounts during major holiday seasons.