Jakarta, Oct. 2 -- Indonesia's export performance continues to demonstrate strong growth momentum, driven primarily by a 12.48 percent surge in exports from the manufacturing and processing sector, Trade Minister Budi Santoso announced on Friday.

According to the ministry data, Indonesia's total export value in August 2026 reached US$26.61billion, marking a 6.72 percent increase compared to August 2025.

Non-oil and gas exports accounted for US$25.62 billion of the total figure, propelled by processed industrial goods.

"Amidst global economic dynamics, Indonesian products remain in demand and competitive in the international market. This export growth serves as a positive signal that Indonesia's trade activity remains on an expansionary...