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Cesium task force flags contaminated zinc powder imports from Angola

In the latest contamination incident linked to radioactive cesium, port authorities have detained eight shipping containers of zinc powder from Angola, bringing the total of contaminated shipments imported by PT Luckione Environmenl Science Indonesia since October to 31.

Specialist personnel in protective gear carry out decontamination on Oct. 29, 2025, at a vacant plot in Cikande district, Serang regency, Banten, following the detection of cesium-137, a radioactive substance.

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An employee arranges rupiah banknotes at Bank Mandiri in Jakarta on June 23, 2022. Currencies in Southeast Asia and around the world have dropped against the United States dollar this year as the Federal Reserve has hiked rates particularly fast.

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The 2024 banking industry outlook

There are two situations in 2024 that will affect the condition of national banking; first, the general election; second, indications of a weakening global economy.

Handcrafted: Everything about the recreation car is mainly made up by hands, therefore the process of creating a car could take from six months to one year period. (JP/Yohana Belinda)

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Tuksedo gives cars from the past a brand-new future

A family-owned workshop in Bali recreates classic cars for discerning customers and is now looking to include EV options.

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Indonesia, ExxonMobil sign agreement on CCS, petrochemical projects

The government, along with state-owned oil and gas corporation Pertamina, inked two agreements with United States oil and gas giant ExxonMobil pertaining to advancing the progress on carbon capture storage (CCS) projects and exploring a potential petrochemical complex in Indonesia.

Global, then local: Kurobokan founder Paulus Hyu plays with his French bulldog, which inspired his Nimbus series. While the company relies mainly on overseas buyers, Paulus believes more customers enthusiastic about collectibles will emerge in and grow the domestic market.

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From Frenchie to fortune: Kurobokan spotlights Indonesia-designed toys

With quirky collectibles, Kurobokan puts Indonesia on the map in the so-called kidult market, proving that toys are for everyone, no matter their age.

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President of GoTo's fintech unit Hans Patuwo (left) and GoTo Group CEO Patrick Walujo in the Gopay launching press conference July 26, 2023 at Gojek HQ, Jakarta.

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GoTo nominates Hans Patuwo as new CEO after Patrick Walujo resigns

GoTo's shares rose as much as 6.3 percent after the announcement of Walujo stepping down, according to LSEG-compiled data.

A worker walks across an operational area at the Martabe gold mine in Batang Toru district's South Tapanuli, North Sumatra. The mine is operated by PT Agincourt Resources, a unit of Indonesian conglomerate PT Astra International.

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Astra’s gold miner ramps up expansions, M&A to lift output

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Astra’s gold miner ramps up expansions, M&A to lift output

PT United Tractors, subsidiary of local conglomerate Astra International, acquired Agincourt in 2018 through its subsidiary PT Danusa Tambang Nusantara, which serves as the group's holding company for mineral investments.

Two Vinfast electric cars drive alongside motorbikes and other vehicles through the evening traffic in Hanoi on April 24, 2025.

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Vietnam EV maker VinFast reports $900 million quarterly loss

With almost 400 showrooms globally, the company is trying to crack markets in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, the United States and Canada.

The Samarinda-Balikpapan toll road, pictured on Sept. 3, 2024, cuts through a vast stretch of forest in Palaran, Samarinda, East Kalimantan.

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Construction SOE merger to be concluded by December, govt says

The plan to merge state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in the construction sector was first proposed in 2023 with the aim to strengthen the building companies’ stretched finances.

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Small spends, big impact: Why every tourism dollar matters

Frequent travelers might be familiar with this scenario: skipping a cute souvenir stand or a cozy coffee shop not because they didn’t want to spend money, but because the stores were strictly cash-only and they were short on local currency.

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Infor SVP solution consulting Phil Lewis poses in a picture on Aug. 28, at the JW Mariott Kuningan, Jakarta.

Indonesia ‘impatient’ in tech adoption, Infor says

New York-based software provider Infor hosted its first Velocity Day event in Jakarta on Thursday as part of a tour across Southeast Asia. In Jakarta, Infor SVP solution consulting Phil Lewis spoke to The Jakarta Post’s Ruth Dea Juwita and Mark Lempp about the challenges of introducing new technology, including managing corporate change and overcoming adoption barriers like data sovereignty concerns.

GE HealthCare international president and CEO Elie Chaillot.

GE HealthCare eyes Indonesia as regional hub for medical device exports

GE HealthCare, in partnership with PT Kalbe Farma subsidiary Forsta, inaugurated Indonesia’s first CT scanner factory on June 2. GE HealthCare international president and CEO Elie Chaillot spoke to The Jakarta Post’s Ruth Dea Juwita two days later about the global medical technology company’s further plans in Indonesia’s burgeoning medical equipment industry.

Lev Kroll, CEO of Nuanu Creative City, poses for a photo.

Bali’s Nuanu seeks investors that look beyond profit

Lev Kroll, CEO of Nuanu, explains the company’s strategic vision for a commercial and residential development project in Bali’s Tabanan regency, and how other investors can get engaged.

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FLSmidth sees energy transition driving global minerals demand

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Inchcape Group CEO Duncan Tait poses for a photo in November 2021.

Inchcape bets big on Indonesia

Duncan Tait, global executive CEO of Inchcape, spoke to The Jakarta Post’s Ruth Dea Juwita on a visit to Jakarta about the UK-based automotive dealership’s global distribution business, as well as its local subsidiary’s strategy for claiming a larger share of the premium car market.

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Collected waste is dropped off at Bali Waste Cycle (BWC)'s processing facility in Klungkung regency, Bali.

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Bali Waste Cycle aims to scale up to make recycling profitable

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A customer explores fragrances at Oaken Lab's artisan perfumery in Pererenan, Bali.

Oaken Lab brings fresh scent to Indonesia’s perfume market

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Oaken Lab brings fresh scent to Indonesia’s perfume market

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Coffee chain Tuku seeks perfect blend for expansion

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Studio Ubud awakens Indonesian anime

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Teck Seng Ho: Understanding client needs crucial for sustaining Sun Life Indonesia

Newly appointed Sun Life Indonesia president director Teck Seng Ho has expressed positivity about the company’s client-friendly work environment.

Leading Indosat's growth to empower Indonesia, Vikram Sinha named 2023 CEO of the Year

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (Indosat) continues to record splendid operational and financial performances following its recent merger. Embracing the spirit of Gotong Royong, Indosat has a greater goal of empowering Indonesia.

Securing Indonesians’ future through innovation, teamwork

PT Asuransi Allianz Life Indonesia has recently appointed Alexander Grenz as Country Manager and President Director of Allianz Life Indonesia. After obtaining a permit from the Financial Services Authority (OJK), he took the role on April 7, where he will be managing Allianz's operational activities

Nicknamed Mel by her close acquaintances, Melissa is the new president of the GoTo e-commerce business unit, known to the wider public as Tokopedia and part of Indonesia’s largest digital ecosystem.

Melissa Siska Juminto and the journey of growth and excellence

In an age of instant gratification, trusting the process has become somewhat of a rare quality. This is not the case for Melissa Siska Juminto.

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Cesium task force flags contaminated zinc powder imports from Angola

Investing in Indonesia’s Future: The Transformational Impact of U.S. Businesses

GoTo appoints new CEO, adding fuel to merger talk

Vivo secures Pertamina fuel deal as Shell talks hang in the balance

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The 2024 banking industry outlook

Tuksedo gives cars from the past a brand-new future

Indonesia, ExxonMobil sign agreement on CCS, petrochemical projects

From Frenchie to fortune: Kurobokan spotlights Indonesia-designed toys

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GoTo nominates Hans Patuwo as new CEO after Patrick Walujo resigns

Astra’s gold miner ramps up expansions, M&A to lift output

Astra’s gold miner ramps up expansions, M&A to lift output

Vietnam EV maker VinFast reports $900 million quarterly loss

Construction SOE merger to be concluded by December, govt says

Small spends, big impact: Why every tourism dollar matters

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Indonesia ‘impatient’ in tech adoption, Infor says

GE HealthCare eyes Indonesia as regional hub for medical device exports

Bali’s Nuanu seeks investors that look beyond profit

Executive Column: Being a small bank makes no sense, says KBank

FLSmidth sees energy transition driving global minerals demand

Digibank ‘marathon’ has only just begun, Superbank says

Inchcape bets big on Indonesia

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Bali Waste Cycle aims to scale up to make recycling profitable

Oaken Lab brings fresh scent to Indonesia’s perfume market

Oaken Lab brings fresh scent to Indonesia’s perfume market

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Teck Seng Ho: Understanding client needs crucial for sustaining Sun Life Indonesia

Leading Indosat's growth to empower Indonesia, Vikram Sinha named 2023 CEO of the Year

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