Indonesia, July 29 -- East Kalimantan's Marine Affairs and Fisheries Agency announced that locally produced seafood has reached 12 export markets across Asia and Europe.

"This success in penetrating international markets demonstrates our ability to compete on the global stage," Head of Aquaculture and Fisheries Product Competitiveness Irma Listiawati said on Wednesday.

During the first half of 2026, East Kalimantan exported a total of 1,446 tons of fishery commodities.

According to Irma, the province's fishery exports generated more than Rp261 billion (US$14 million) in foreign exchange earnings.

"Ultimately, this is aimed at improving the welfare of fishermen and increasing the market value of their catch," she said.

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