{"id":31350,"date":"2026-05-01T09:27:47","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T02:27:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gapki.id\/en\/?p=31350"},"modified":"2026-05-07T09:35:04","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T02:35:04","slug":"valuable-reflections-from-long-history-of-ris-palm-industries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gapki.id\/en\/news\/2026\/05\/01\/valuable-reflections-from-long-history-of-ris-palm-industries\/","title":{"rendered":"Valuable Reflections From Long History of RI\u2019s Palm Industries"},"content":{"rendered":"

JAKARTA \u2013- Who would have thought that our palm oil industry has been the main part of Indonesia’s economic journey for more than four decades? It is actually more than just a long journey, as revealed by the celebration of the 45th anniversary of the Indonesian Palm Oil Association (GAPKI) on Tuesday ( 29\/04\/2026). It reveals all interesting facts about how the Indonesian palm oil industry had weathered through the national and global challenges.<\/p>\n

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GAPKI Chairman Eddy Martono addresses a ceremony to celebrate 45th anniversary of GAPKI in \u00a0Jakarta (29\/4\/2026). Doc. GAPKI<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

GAPKI Chairman Eddy Martono said that palm oil for Indonesia is not just a commodity, but a key pillar supporting the national economy. The anniversary celebration, which was attended by directors, industry stakeholders, and even Deputy Minister of Transmigration Viva Yoga Mauladi, served as a platform to reflect on the crucial role of palm oil for Indonesia.<\/p>\n

45-years of journey: Not just about numbers<\/strong><\/h2>\n

For GAPKI, its 45th anniversary is not just a timepiece or a mere celebration. Eddy called it a moment of reflection on a long journey filled with dynamics, trials, and lessons.<\/p>\n

“This 45-year milestone strengthens GAPKI’s role as a strategic partner for the government,” Eddy said in his remarks at the ceremony in Jakarta.<\/p>\n

The resilience of palm oil is undeniable. While many sectors have collapsed due to the global crisis, the palm oil industry has emerged as an unsung hero.<\/p>\n

“The palm oil industry has proven to be a savior for the Indonesian economy during various crises, and to this day it remains resilient and contributes significantly to foreign exchange earnings,” he emphasized.<\/p>\n

Palm oil contribution for Indonesia<\/strong><\/h2>\n

For more than 40 years, the presence of palm oil has had a tremendous multiplier effect on the nation’s progress. The following are concrete examples of palm oil’s contribution to the national economy:<\/p>\n