Inflation in Indonesia eases in August despite rising food prices
Expenditures in the food, beverage and tobacco category contributed most to monthly deflation in August, when the CPI eased to 108.51 from 108.60 in July.
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US flags Indonesian shrimps over radiation concerns
The United States Food and Drug Administration has advised consumers and retailers to “not eat, sell or serve” frozen shrimp imported from an Indonesian company.
Tariff jitters, rising rivals threaten Indonesia’s foreign investment charm
Analysts suggested that Indonesia scale up production to attract more manufacturers seeking new destinations, which could spur corporate investment and growth in the country.
Indonesian manufacturers see tough times ahead as higher US tariffs kick in
They are increasingly cautious in their outlook as business confidence has fallen to a record low amid concerns over US import tariffs, with the waning sentiment risks holding…
Indonesia-US trade deal possible threat to data sovereignty
According to a joint statement published on the White House website on Tuesday, Jakarta agreed to provide certainty regarding personal data transfers from Indonesia to the US and…
Extension of small car incentive ‘contradicts’ Indonesia’s electrification push
Industry observers and experts say that, while the decision to extend the LCGC program to 2031 could help in the short term, the government needs to come up with a road map to…
As users surge, Indonesia falls short on AI talent
Indonesia is among the top countries globally in the number of AI users but lags far behind in AI development, revealing a yawning digital talent gap.
Java airports grounded by low demand, poor planning
Experts slammed the lack of infrastructure in Kertajati Airport in West Java, calling it “a symbol of megaproject failure.”
Indonesian sovereign wealth fund injects US$407.4 million into flag carrier Garuda Indonesia
The initiative will be conducted in phases, with the first focusing on the maintenance and operational readiness of the fleets of both the full-service carrier and its low-cost…
Indonesia faces brain drain as skilled graduates leave for jobs abroad
Experts say this large-scale emigration of highly educated graduates and skilled professionals in search of better opportunities and a higher standard of living, threatens…