West Java - DNAP (Distribution Networks Asia Pacific) met with Mr. Luky Lukman at INDAG Jabar (Dinas Perindustrian dan Perdagangan Provinsi Jawa Barat), the provincial trade and industry office for West Java, to open a new conversation on trade between the province and Melbourne. DNAP Managing Director Mohit Rai was joined by Reza Arfandy of MS Consultants for the meeting.

The Start of a New Relationship

The meeting focused on exploring opportunities to strengthen and expand trade relations between Melbourne and West Java at the provincial level, encompassing a broader spectrum of industries, producers, and export potential. Both parties acknowledged that the discussions remain at an early stage, representing an important first substantive dialogue rather than a fully developed action plan. Nevertheless, there was a shared commitment between DNAP and INDAG Jabar to build on this initial engagement and explore practical opportunities for deeper trade and commercial collaboration.

Trade Data, Gaps and Opportunity

Mr. Luky Lukman and his team walked through current trade data between West Java and Australia, giving DNAP a clearer picture of where the existing economic ties already are, and — more usefully — where the gaps sit. The discussion covered the practical barriers that hold West Java's exporters back from the Australian market, and what a more structured pathway between the province and Melbourne could look like over time.

Categories to Focus On First

Rather than treat "West Java–Melbourne trade" as one broad ambition, the meeting worked through specific categories, industries and products where the fit looks strongest. DNAP offered its support in helping turn that shortlist into real trade facilitation, working alongside INDAG Jabar.

Yogyakarta - In July 2026, DNAP (Distribution Networks Asia Pacific) visited Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta (DIY) to meet with the Dinas Koperasi dan UKM DIY, the provincial government body supporting Yogyakarta's cooperatives and small and medium enterprises. DNAP Managing Director Mohit Rai was joined by DNAP Director of Operations - Indonesia, Iwan Wibisono, for meetings hosted by Ibu Hellen Phornica and her team. The visit centred on a practical question: how trade between Yogyakarta and Melbourne can be strengthened for the benefit of local SMEs on both sides.

A Conversation on Yogyakarta–Melbourne Trade

Mohit and Iwan spent time with the Dinas Koperasi dan UKM DIY team exploring where the opportunities already exist, where the gaps sit, and what a clearer pathway to the Australian market could look like for Yogyakarta's producers. The Dinas team shared product catalogues covering a wide range of DIY-made goods, giving DNAP a much clearer picture of what the region has to offer Australian consumers.

Inside the PLUT Gallery

The conversation continued at the PLUT Gallery — Yogyakarta's Pusat Layanan Usaha Terpadu showcase for locally made products, from packaged foods and snacks to handwoven baskets, leather goods and batik. Walking the gallery floor with Ibu Hellen and her team, Mohit and Iwan were able to see, taste and handle the kind of products that could realistically find their way onto Australian shelves, and to talk through, product by product, what would need to happen to get them there.

It's the kind of hands-on, product-level engagement that turns a general conversation about "trade opportunities" into something concrete — a specific snack brand, a specific weaving cooperative, a specific reason an Australian buyer might say yes.

Bandung, West Java - In late July 2026, DNAP (Distribution Networks Asia Pacific) travelled to Bandung to meet with the Dinas Perdagangan dan Perindustrian Kota Bandung (DISDAGIN), the city government's trade and industry authority, to explore how the trade relationship between Bandung and Melbourne can be deepened. Mohit Rai, Managing Director - DNAP, met with Mr. Ronny Nurudin, Mr. Panji Kharismadi and their colleagues at DISDAGIN for a wide-ranging discussion on the current state of trade between the two cities.

The conversation focused on the practical steps needed to close the gaps that still stand in the way of a stronger commercial relationship - from easier market access for Bandung's producers to a clearer entry point for Australian buyers looking to source from West Java.

A City-to-City Conversation on Trade

The Bandung–Melbourne relationship was front and centre of the discussion. Both sides worked through where trade flows are already strong, where the friction points lie, and what a more structured pathway between the two cities could look like — from easier market access for Bandung's producers to a clearer entry point for Australian buyers looking to source from West Java. It was a candid, working-level conversation rather than a ceremonial one, which is exactly the kind of engagement DNAP values most.

Meeting Bandung's Businesses on the Ground

With the generous support of Mr. Panji and his team, Mohit also spent time with the businesses DISDAGIN works with day to day — from a home industry workshop to a local fashion brand operating out of Bandung's design scene, each representative of the craftsmanship West Java is known for:

• A home industry workshop
  A visit to a seaweed-based home industry operation, showcasing the kind of small-scale manufacturing that underpins much of West Java's export base.
• A local fashion brand
  Time with Bespoke Grove, a Bandung fashion label, offering a look at the city's growing design and apparel scene.
• Trade Expo Indonesia 2026 curation
  A sit-in on DISDAGIN's curation session for local businesses hoping to represent Kota Bandung at Trade Expo Indonesia 2026 — a genuine window into the depth and ambition of the city's SME sector.

Jakarta, Indonesia - DNAP’s presence in Jakarta in late 2025 marked another milestone in our mission to build a seamless, trusted trade corridor between Indonesia and Australia. Mohit Rai, Managing Director - DNAP joined Mr. Haris, Trade Attaché from the Indonesian Embassy in Canberra, in a live dialogue session hosted by the Ministry of Trade of Indonesia (Kementerian Perdagangan), engaging directly with Indonesian exporters preparing to enter the Australian market.

The session brought together businesses from across Indonesia seeking clarity on market entry, compliance, and emerging opportunities. With bilateral trade between the two nations continuing to rise since the post‑COVID recovery, the timing could not have been more significant.

A Dialogue That Delivered Real Value

Mohit represented DNAP and the Australian delegation, offering practical insights into Australia’s consumer landscape and the pathways available for Indonesian brands. He emphasised the importance of readiness, category positioning, and understanding Australia’s premium‑driven retail environment. Mr. Haris provided a government lens, addressing regulatory requirements, support mechanisms, and the role of trade offices in facilitating smooth entry. Together, they created a balanced and actionable conversation that resonated strongly with attendees.

Why This Matters for DNAP

This moment reflects DNAP’s growing role as a bridge between the two markets:

• A recognised voice in bilateral trade
  DNAP’s participation in a Ministry‑hosted forum underscores our credibility and alignment with national trade objectives.
• A partner for Indonesian exporters
  We support brands across FMCG, wellness, household goods, and more — helping them become export‑ready with confidence.
• A contributor to a stronger two‑way ecosystem
  By sharing insights and offering guidance, DNAP is helping shape a more informed and globally competitive exporter community.