Financial system bill heralds changes from crypto to Bank of Indonesia
The draft of the financial sector development and strengthening law entails new rules on banking, insurance, carbon trading, a digital rupiah, and much more.
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Canada strengthens economic cooperation with Jakarta, Indo-Pacific
The Canada-ASEAN FTA has previously been described by experts as a “capstone” for Ottawa’s Indo-Pacific strategy, which sought to strengthen Canada’s presence in the…
Australia reverses decision to recognize west Jerusalem as Israel’s capital
Israel's Foreign Ministry voiced "deep disappointment" with the decision and said it would summon the Australian ambassador.
Varying sustainability standards polarize vegetable oil market
There has been increasing public opinion pressure that sustainability standards for palm oil production and use must also be imposed on all vegetable oils.
Early retirement of coal-fired power plants: Is Indonesia ready for it?
The plan to shift the world’s energy sources to renewables became more debatable after most European Union countries increased their coal consumption to cope with the world…
Indonesian expert team probes fatal kidney failures among children
The health ministry has found cases of unusual acute kidney failure in the country since January, with cases beginning to show a significant uptick in August.
Trial begins in biggest scandal in history of Indonesia’s police corps
With the trial, calls for drastic measures to reform the National Police are mounting.
New school attire rule cause concerns of financial burdens, discrimination
In a recent regulation signed by Minister Nadiem Makarim, regional administrations were given the power to regulate the use of traditional costumes for students to wear at school.
How did Anies do as governor? Jakartans, experts are divided
He was generally praised for his Covid-19 response and efforts to improve the city's transportation system, but observers have expressed disappointment over his failure to tackle…
Trade surplus nosedives amid cautious export performance
Among key trading partners that reduced their crude palm oil purchases from Indonesia were India, Malaysia and China.