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Pixabay through a B2B model, HIMKI seeks to cut out complex
distribution chains, resulting in more competitive pricing
and higher returns for local manufacturers. Over 70 HIMKI
merchants have already joined the platform, offering more

than 160 products, with numbers growing daily.

Early warning system to curb deforestation
Indonesia’s Ministry of Forestry has implemented an early
warning system to detect deforestation in unlicensed forest
areas as part of its strategy to combat illegal logging and
timber production.
According to Agus Budi Santosa, Director of Forest
Resources Inventory and Monitoring, the system tracks forest

The recently concluded Indonesia–EU Comprehensive clearing activities and provides updates every two weeks.
Economic Partnership Agreement (IEU-CEPA) offers optimism, The ministry coordinates with various directorates to
potentially granting zero tariffs to most furniture exports once monitor areas managed under Forest Utilisation Business
ratified. Permits (PBPH), particularly those involving timber and its
Meanwhile, the upcoming implementation of the EUDR derivative products.
poses compliance challenges, though proposed simplifications
and transition periods for small and medium enterprises Indonesia and UK Strengthen forestry cooperation

provides temporary relief. The government and industry players Indonesia and the United Kingdom are deepening their
are now working on strategies to adapt while maintaining forestry partnership through two new strategic programmes:
competitiveness in both export and domestic markets. the Multistakeholder Forestry Program (MFP-5) and the Land
Facility–Indonesia Country Support Project.
HIMKI launches digital marketplace Both initiatives aim to accelerate Indonesia’s Forestry and
The Indonesian Furniture and Handicraft Industry Association Other Land Use (FOLU) Net Sink 2030 target. MFP-5, building
(HIMKI) has launched Mosaik Nusantara (www.mosaiknusantara. on the success of previous MFP phases from 2000 to 2023,
com), a digital marketplace aimed at boosting the global focuses on strengthening forest governance, implementing
presence of Indonesian furniture and handicraft products. the Timber Legality Verification System (SVLK) and promoting

This platform serves as a direct gateway for local entrepreneurs sustainable forest management and timber trade.
from regions such as Jepara, Cirebon and Pasuruan to reach The Land Facility project, ‘Land to Livelihoods’ seeks to
international buyers in markets like the United States, Europe recognise customary forests and enhance indigenous food
and the Middle East. resilience through sustainable land-use practices, particularly
Unlike traditional trade exhibitions which are costly and in Papua, West Papua and Southwest Papua.
time-consuming, Mosaik Nusantara simplifies access with a The Land Facility’s first phase (November 2025–March
one-click solution. All participating vendors are verified HIMKI 2026) will focus on case studies, institutional capacity building

members with globally curated products. and developing a roadmap for customary forest recognition
By connecting producers directly with international buyers through 2029.