Boycotting products from Israel is not a new thing. Boycott is seen as a way of expressing protest against Israel for its actions against Palestinian people. Indonesia is also involved in pro-Palestinian actions, where there are various opinions and both positive and negative aspects emerging. Some people think that boycotting can actually help Indonesia's economy if done carefully, whether it's local or foreign products. It's important to be selective in the boycott, targeting both local and foreign products.
The positive side of this is the opportunity to support local Indonesian products. There are many good-quality local products that can be a suitable choice, from food to fashion. This moment can also be used to showcase and improve the best versions of Indonesian products. Since many Indonesians are boycotting Israel-affiliated products, they may turn to local products if they continue to improve in terms of price and quality. The goal is to achieve pride in Indonesian products.
In short, behind the debated negative and positive impacts of boycotting Israel-affiliated products, there is a significant positive impact on Indonesian micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (UMKM) to become the favorite products of their communities.
