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Global shockwaves drive plastic price surge in Indonesia: Video
Plastic prices in Indonesia have soared dramatically, unsettling markets and straining household budgets.
Prices have risen by up to 70 per cent in recent weeks, slowing sales as consumers grow more cautious and traders struggle with higher costs. The sharp increase is linked to Indonesia’s reliance on imported materials and global disruptions driven by Middle East tensions, which have pushed up oil prices and supply costs. Small businesses and lower-income households are feeling the greatest impact, raising concerns over a wider supply chain crisis.
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