Jakarta, Jan. 20 -- Indonesia's Ministry of Trade co-organized a business matching event with the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) in Jakarta on Tuesday to further intensify trade activities between the two countries.

"We intend for this activity to invite partners from Japan to step up collaboration with Indonesia-based suppliers, aiming to deepen cooperation and strengthen Indonesia's foothold in the global supply chain of various products," National Export Development Director General Fajarini Puntodewi stated.

Speaking at the event, she highlighted that the Ministry of Trade seeks to facilitate local companies in fostering partnerships with Japanese firms and retailers from relevant business fields or sectors.

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