Senior economist at Indef, Fadhil Hasan, also highlighted the need for increased domestic CPO production to maintain balance between energy and food supply. He warned that without this increase, a decline in exports could occur, leading to higher international CPO prices.

If CPO prices rise on the global market, domestic cooking oil prices are likely to follow suit, impacting consumers across the country. The government must address these challenges to ensure a stable energy future for Indonesia. (Uki Ruknuddin)