Indonesia and EU Dispute Over Export Ban

Ongoing WTO Dispute

For years, Indonesia and the European Union have been at odds over Indonesia’s export ban on a critical raw material. The EU initially won the case at the World Trade Organization (WTO), but Indonesia appealed. The case remains unresolved due to a shortage of WTO judges.

중국 스테인리스 시장에 미치는 영향

Nickel Ore Supply Disruptions

Disruptions in nickel ore supply have driven up ferronickel prices, leading to higher stainless steel prices in China. Although refined nickel product supplies from Indonesia to China remain stable, Indonesian producers still rely on ore imports from the Philippines.

Rising Demand for Ferronickel

China’s demand for ferronickel is evident from the substantial import volumes. From January to April 2024, nearly 3 million tonnes were imported, 에이 32% 전년도에서 증가합니다. 정제니켈 수입량은 전년 대비 증가 12.8% 같은 기간 동안.

이러한 요인들은 페로니켈 가격에 큰 영향을 미쳤습니다., 이로 인해 중국 스테인리스강 가격이 상승했습니다..