As a result of prolonged discussions at highest level and in an effort to increase Pakistan's exports, Indonesia has agreed to allow export of Pakistani Kinnow starting from December till April. Previously it was allowed for only January - April. Permission to export Kinnow during the month of December, would play well for Pakistani exporters as competitor countries like China are not allowed to export their citrus during December. It is important to the note that citrus consumption in Indonesia is usually at its peak due to new year's festivities.
This exclusive access for Pakistani exporters should provide a good / timely boost for our exports to Indonesia, which were around $ 156 million in 2016. However, during last season, Kinnow's exports to Indonesia grew exponentially. Which were around $ 20 million in 2016, during the first four months of 2017, Kinnow exports were recorded to the tune of $ 48 million. This number is likely to grow further, during current season, considering the fact that our exporters are given preference by the Indonesian authorities.
The decision regarding granting special permission for Pakistani Kinnow was taken during 3rd review meeting of Indonesia & Pakistan Preferential Trade Agreement, which was held in August, 2017 in Jakarta. Based on the decision, concerned authorities in Indonesia has already completed the formalities and Indonesian importers are given go ahead for booking their orders with Pakistani exporters.
In order to ensure that maximum number of Pakistani exporters may benefit from this opportunity, Embassy of Pakistan, Jakarta and Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) has arranged a delegation comprising of importers of fresh fruits from Indonesia, which would travel to Karachi for participation in EXPO Pakistan, 2017, which is schedule to be held from 9th - 12th November, 2017. Furthermore, Embassy of Pakistan, Jakarta and TDAP has arranged for the participation of fruit exports from Pakistan, in Food related exhibitions in Indonesia.-PR