Jakarta, Aug. 3 -- Indonesia recorded a trade surplus of $3.58 billion in the first half of 2026, driven by strong manufacturing exports despite a monthly deficit recorded in June, the country's official statistics agency announced Monday.

"Throughout January to June 2026, Indonesia's trade balance in goods posted a $3.58 billion surplus," said Ateng Hartono, Deputy for Distribution and Service Statistics at Statistics Indonesia (BPS).

The half-year surplus was buoyed by a robust $19.35 billion surplus in non-oil and gas commodities, which helped offset a $15.77 billion deficit in the oil and gas sector.

Total exports reached $140.81 billion during the January-June period, up 4.13 percent year-on-year.

The manufacturing industry serve...