The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries in Indonesia reported a 10.66% increase in fisheries export value, reaching US$ 5.71 billion from January to November 2022. The country saw a surplus of US$ 5.07 billion, with the main exports being shrimp, tuna, squid, cutefish, octopus, seaweed, and crab. The United States, China, and Japan were the top export destinations. The ministry is also looking to expand into the Middle East market and encourages business actors to familiarize themselves with the approval of trade agreements between Indonesia and several European countries and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership.