Grab denies rumors of Indonesia exit
The ride-hailing service provider has reaffirmed its commitment to investment in the country despite concerns over a commission cap.
Maudey Khalisha
Indonesia President Prabowo pushes reactivation of Husein airport, Bandung mayor says
The Bandung administration hopes the airport can recover to pre-pandemic passenger traffic levels, before the transfer of most flights to Kertajati International Airport in…
In Indonesia, chili prices rise as fuel costs climb, Idul Adha demand surges
Authorities noted that unfavourable weather conditions and attacks from plant pests and diseases had temporarily disrupted agricultural production in several areas.
‘This is the right time’: Trade minister defends Indonesia-US tariff deal
Indonesia and the US signed the Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) in 1996, but negotiations have failed to produce a comprehensive deal in nearly 30 years, whereas…
Indonesia turns to paper, glass packaging as plastic prices climb
Beyond conventional materials, the government is encouraging the development of bioplastics derived from natural resources such as cassava and seaweed.
Foreign workers crackdown dents Indonesia’s industrial zone appeal
Reliance on foreign workers familiar with proprietary technologies, as well as slow and rigid licensing processes in Indonesia, has created incentives for foreign companies to…
No more motorcycles for Indonesia’s free meals program, says finance minister
Purbaya says no new procurement will proceed, despite earlier approvals that saw more than 21,000 units already purchased.
Plastic crunch threatens auto production, fuels price pressures in Indonesia
Carmakers warned that prolonged disruptions could affect deliveries to dealers and customers.
Jet fuel spike, weak rupiah to blow haj budget by a trillion
Meanwhile the umrah sector, which is fully operated by private players, continues to see relatively resilient demand even as operators and consumers absorb higher costs.
Indonesia, Japan seek deeper energy ties after $23.6b in deals
The business agreement covers the energy sector with Japan’s INPEX, as well as technology, finance, fertiliser, and tourism.