Can Indonesia keep importing $4.56 bn of fabric for $8.7 bn apparel?

Indonesia imported $4.56 billion of fabric in 2025 and exported $801 million, leaving a $3.76 billion deficit.
Apparel exports reached $8.70 billion against $665 million of imports, generating an $8.04 billion surplus, with the US buying 56.4 per cent.
Jakarta is considering state-backed textile capacity, but mills must compete on price, quality, specifications and delivery.Read More