Indonesia's durian industry is gradually approaching entry into the lucrative Chinese market, with Chinese officials conducting an audit in March as part of the agreement. Officials from China's General Administration of Customs visited Indonesia to assess local durian plantations and packaging facilities. This inspection may determine whether the "durian export cooperation" can proceed. Indonesia's Ministry of Agriculture has designated 422 villages to focus on durian cultivation. Currently, most Indonesian durians are sold domestically, and the export supply chain is not as mature as that of existing suppliers in the Chinese market. Some believe that export standards and quality are insufficient, and regulations and export licenses are needed. Frozen durian may be a more viable option. Indonesia may follow Malaysia's approach of entering the Chinese market in phases—Malaysia obtained access for frozen durian in 2018 and fresh durian in 2024. An advisor from the Malaysian Durian Academy stated that Indonesian suppliers will face fierce competition in China because Thailand and Malaysia already have mature supply chains and brand recognition. Indonesia needs to differentiate itself to compete effectively.