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BUSINESS1d agoWho will shoulder the debts behind Indonesia’s China-backed Whoosh railway?Indonesia’s finance ministry is preparing to absorb debt payments for Whoosh, the China-funded high-speed railway connecting Jakarta and Bandung, in a move officials say will ease financial pressure on the state-owned enterprises that built and operate the line. The government has argued that the burden is manageable after the debt was restructured over 80 years, requiring annual instalments of about 1 trillion rupiah (US$56.5 million). But the plan has also raised concerns that taxpayers are...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS2d agoIndonesia issues new halal rulesThe Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) is urging businesses to prepare for Indonesia's new halal regulations, set to take effect on Oct 18.bangkokpost · thailand
BUSINESS4d agoRetail Sales of Indonesia - A Rebound in July 2026 , But It Might Be Short - LivedIndonesian retail sales showed a rebound in July 2026, though this recovery might be temporary, indicating potential volatility in the market.indonesia-investments.com · Indonesia
BUSINESS6d agoIndonesia orders Netflix to pay US$4.3m in music royalties or face shutdownIndonesia is demanding that Netflix pay an estimated 75 billion rupiah (US$4.3 million) in royalties accumulated since its launch in the country or risk being shut down. The National Collective Management Organisation (LMKN), a government-supported agency overseeing the country’s royalty system, said the streaming platform had not paid music royalties since entering the Indonesian market 10 years ago, the Jakarta Globe reported. “The amount is estimated at around 75 billion rupiah, which Netflix...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 9Hilton Signs Hilton Garden Inn Batam City Centre , IndonesiaHilton has signed an agreement for a new Hilton Garden Inn hotel in Batam City Centre, Indonesia. This signifies an expansion of their hospitality presence in the region.hotelnewsresource.com · United States
BUSINESSSep 8Indonesia economy ready to move toward 6 % growth : MinisterA minister states that Indonesia's economy is prepared to advance towards a 6% growth rate. This indicates a positive forecast for the country's economic performance.en.antaranews.com · Indonesia
BUSINESSSep 4Cameroon Opens Trade Expo Indonesia 2026 Opportunity to SMEsCameroon is opening opportunities for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) at the Trade Expo Indonesia in 2026. This signifies an initiative to foster international trade and economic growth between the two nations.businessincameroon.com · Cameroon
BUSINESSSep 3PT SMI Marks Indonesia 81st Independence Anniversary with Rp294 . 5 Trillion in Financing Commitments NationwidePT SMI announced financing commitments totaling Rp294.5 Trillion nationwide in Indonesia to commemorate the country's 81st Independence Anniversary. This signifies a large-scale financial contribution to national development.nepalnational.com · Nepal
BUSINESSSep 3PT SMI Marks Indonesia 81st Independence Anniversary with Rp294 . 5 Trillion in Financing Commitments NationwidePT SMI is marking Indonesia's 81st Independence Anniversary by announcing Rp294.5 trillion in nationwide financing commitments.nepalnational.com · Nepal
BUSINESSSep 3KONE Indonesia Sets New Industry Benchmark as First to Achieve Platinum Green Product CertificationKONE Indonesia has established a new industry standard by becoming the first to receive Platinum Green Product Certification. This achievement highlights the company's leadership in sustainable product development within its sector.manilatimes.net · Philippines
BUSINESSAug 26How pangasius farming kept an entire Indonesian community afloatPangasius farming has been instrumental in sustaining an entire community in Indonesia. This highlights the positive economic and social impact of a specific aquaculture industry.thefishsite.com · United States
BUSINESSAug 26'Too much too quickly': Indonesia's growth ambitions questioned by economistsIndonesia has set an ambitious growth target, but economists aren't sure it can get there while keeping the deficit in check.CNBC
BUSINESSAug 24Jakartans disinclined about Indonesian Credit CardResidents of Jakarta are reportedly disinclined towards using the Indonesian Credit Card. This indicates potential challenges or preferences regarding a financial product in a key market.asianews.network · China
BUSINESSAug 24Indonesia takes on Malaysia in battle over palm oil pricingIndonesia produces and exports more palm oil than any other country, but when it comes to setting the price, it still plays second fiddle to Malaysia. President Prabowo Subianto wants to change that. On August 14, he announced a new exchange for commodities including palm oil, nickel and coal, targeted to begin operations on January 1. But analysts say dominance in physical supply does not automatically translate into pricing power. Jakarta’s move to set new benchmarks may not be enough to...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 22Indonesia welcomes more Chinese investments , businesses : president - XinhuaThe Indonesian president has expressed a welcoming stance towards increased Chinese investments and businesses. This indicates a focus on strengthening economic ties between the two nations.english.news.cn
BUSINESSAug 18Can Indonesia build on rising EV demand to become a production powerhouse?Indonesia’s next electric-vehicle push will test whether President Prabowo Subianto can turn rising demand, nickel wealth and consumer subsidies into an integrated domestic industry that captures more value at home, or merely make imported and locally assembled EVs cheaper to buy. Analysts warn that without stricter local-content rules and stronger links between nickel processing, battery production and vehicle assembly, the incentives risk reinforcing Indonesia’s role as a large EV market...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 14Indonesia hopes to start mass production of homegrown electric cars in 2028 , president saysIndonesia aims to begin mass production of domestically developed electric cars by 2028, according to the president. This represents a strategic national goal for economic and industrial growth in the automotive sector.asiaone.com · Singapore
BUSINESSAug 14Chromalloy Receives Indonesia DGCA Approval for CFM56 - 5B / 7B PMA PartsChromalloy has received approval from the Indonesia DGCA for its CFM56-5B/7B PMA parts. This signifies a regulatory milestone for the company's products.finanznachrichten.de · Germany
BUSINESSAug 13Indonesia eyes mass production of home-grown EVs by 2028Indonesia hopes ⁠to start ⁠the mass production of home-grown ⁠electric cars no later than 2028, President Prabowo Subianto said on Thursday, in an effort to increase the adoption of electric vehicles in Southeast Asia’s largest economy. The president said the government is currently building a huge factory complex to manufacture the electric cars in the Subang region of West Java province. Prabowo was referring to a 60-hectare development that aims to produce up to 50,000 vehicles annually and...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 13Indonesia eyes gradual implementation of more targeted fuel subsidiesIndonesia is considering a phased approach to implement more focused fuel subsidies, indicating a shift in its economic policy that could impact citizens and the energy sector.thestar.com.my · Malaysia
BUSINESSAug 13Hong Kong new frontier : Where Indonesia grows global - EconomyThe article discusses Hong Kong as a new frontier for Indonesia's global economic growth. This focuses on international economic developments and business expansion.thejakartapost.com · Indonesia
BUSINESSAug 12Indonesian sovereign fund takes A$3 . 57b stake in JBS AustraliaAn Indonesian sovereign fund has acquired a significant A$3.57 billion stake in JBS Australia. This represents a major international investment in the Australian market.sheepcentral.com · Australia
BUSINESSAug 10Indonesia strong GDP data prompts resilient but uneven growth forecastsStrong GDP data for Indonesia has led to forecasts of resilient but uneven economic growth. This indicates a mixed outlook for the nation's economic future.scmp.com · China
BUSINESSAug 10Indonesia’s strong GDP data prompts ‘resilient but uneven’ growth forecastsIndonesia’s faster-than-expected economic growth in the second quarter has offered a ray of hope for a sustainable turnaround after months of negative news over the rupiah, investor confidence and global uncertainties. Analysts, however, urged caution about the country’s economic outlook in the coming quarters, saying the latest data also revealed uneven sectoral performance and a reliance on government spending. Southeast Asia’s largest economy grew 5.29 per cent year on year in the April-June...South China Morning Post