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2026 budget deficit nears limit, fueling fiscal worries

After the August unrest, the government has projected higher spending next year that aims to accelerate economic growth. Doubts remain on whether it can generate enough revenue to finance the plan.   

17 hours ago
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Govt revises 2026 state budget, increases regional spending

Following deadly protests and unrest that shook the country last month, the government has decided to increase total spending to Rp 3.84 quadrillion (US$232.4 billion), including an increase in regional spending to Rp 693 trillion. ...

1 day ago
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Govt declares local shrimp safe after joint agency tests

Authorities have yet to trace the root cause of the radioactive contamination that prompted FDA action against Indonesian shrimp last month. ...

1 day ago

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Greater Jakarta LRT problems won’t be solved until late November

Solving the problems of the Greater Jakarta light rail transit (LRT) is expected to go until late November, Deputy State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) Minister Kartika Wirjoatmodjo told reporters on Wednesday.

1 year ago
Economy

Fed keeps rates unchanged, Powell hedges on possible end of tightening campaign

Fed Chair Jerome Powell said the situation remained something of a riddle, with US central bank officials willing to raise rates again if progress on inflation stalls.

1 year ago
Economy

Japan PM announces $113 billion economic stimulus

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced on Thursday a stimulus package worth $113 billion aimed at easing the pain from inflation.

1 year ago
Economy

Indonesia's quest for developed country status faces economic hurdles

Indonesia's 2045 development goal faces economic obstacles, but the government remains optimistic.

1 year ago
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Rice yet again largest driver of inflation

Rice contributed more than any other commodity to rising consumer prices in October.

1 year ago
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RI PMI data: Factory activity growth slows as overseas demand weakens

Indonesian manufacturers have become less confident about business prospects, partly because of weak export orders, data published on Wednesday by S&P Global suggest.

1 year ago
Economy

Indonesia to omit private coal power plants from its JETP investment plan

The decision means Jakarta will not lay out a path to shut the so-called captive coal power plants in its comprehensive investment and policy plan (CIPP) that it needs to secure $20 billion in funding pledged under the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP).

1 year ago
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Govt kickstarts Jakarta LRT extension, set to complete in 2026

The government has kickstarted the development of the Jakarta light rail transit (LRT) extension to Manggarai, South Jakarta, which is set to be completed in 2026.

1 year ago
Economy premium

Govt eyes Chinese help in expanding electricity grid in Indonesia

The government is exploring cooperation with Chinese state-owned electricity utility State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC) to develop Indonesia’s electricity transmission grid network.

1 year ago
Economy

China's share of global manufacturing jobs to rise by 2050: Study

China's share of global manufacturing jobs will increase by 2050, according to a study out Monday, even as the United States and European Union aim to be less reliant on its products.

1 year ago
Economy

Indonesia seeking OECD membership expedition

The Indonesian government expects a smooth and swift accession to the OECD, aiming for mutually beneficial cooperation.

1 year ago
Economy

Crude slips as worries of region-wide Middle East war ease

Equities were mixed ahead of a Federal Reserve policy meeting this week, with traders fearing it will likely keep interest rates elevated for an extended period as inflation remains stubbornly high.

1 year ago
Economy

G7 offers costly loans, few grants to help Vietnam cut coal - documents

The documents reveal for the first time the breakdown of the $15.5 billion pledge that G7 countries and partners made in December to help the Southeast Asian manufacturing hub and heavy coal user reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

1 year ago
Economy

US Fed likely to pause again with rates at 22-year high

Interest rate hikes slow down inflation by raising the cost of borrowing from the bank, which dampens economic activity and weakens the labor market. 

1 year ago
Economy

Flights in China to increase 34% above pre-pandemic levels

China's aviation regulator said it will increase domestic flights to 34 percent above pre-pandemic levels, a move that will further boost the recovery of Chinese airlines.

1 year ago
Economy

Australia 'hopeful' of EU trade deal

Australia's trade minister says he is "hopeful" of striking a free trade deal with the European Union ahead of talks in Japan this weekend, more than five years after negotiations began.

1 year ago
Economy

The breakdown of General Allocation Funds (DAU) for government employees

Finance Minister Sri Muyani has increased the transfer of allocated funds to regions for the year of 2024. Under the new policy, the funds will amount to Rp 857.59 trillion (US$54 billion), an increase from the Rp 814.72 trillion allocated this year.

1 year ago
Economy

Indonesia’s debt financing realization reaches Rp 198.9t as of September 2023

Finance Minister Sri Mulyani said the realization of debt financing stood at Rp 198.9 trillion as of September due to a surplus in the national budget.

1 year ago
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Finance Ministry expects 5.1% growth in 2023

The government projects continued growth to the end of the year, after the economy grew over 5 percent in the first half of 2023.

1 year ago
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RI, US officials discuss critical minerals, semiconductors

Officials from the United States and Indonesia discussed cooperation plans related to critical minerals, cyber and maritime security and semiconductors in Washington on Monday local time.

1 year ago
Economy

National Logistics Ecosystem optimizes 2024 state budget

Indonesia’s national economic growth has continued its positive trend despite a global economic slowdown, growing above 5 percent for seven consecutive quarters.

1 year ago
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Jokowi’s 9-year reign does not amount to much for Papua

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo promised a more even economic development throughout the country prior to assuming office, but data suggest Indonesia’s easternmost provinces are still left behind.

1 year ago
Economy

Finance Ministry gears up to stabilize rupiah amid dollar pressures

The Finance Ministry aims to synchronize monetary and fiscal policies to prevent the rising dollar from jeopardizing the nation’s financial system.

1 year ago
Economy

Israel-Hamas war risks 'serious' economic damage: World Bank

"What just happened recently in Israel and Gaza -- at the end of the day you put all this together, I think the impact on economic development is even more serious," Ajay Banga said, adding: "I think we're at a very dangerous juncture." 

1 year ago
Economy

Ministry of Finance rule 2024 PNBP for Environmental Sustainability

The Ministry of Finance (Kemenkeu) ensures that non-tax state revenues (PNBP) 2024 will lead to increased innovation and quality of service as well as sustainability of life.

1 year ago
Economy

Climate 'loss and damage' talks end in failure

A crucial meeting on climate "loss and damages" ahead of COP28 ended in failure Saturday, with countries from the global north and south unable to reach an agreement, according to sources involved in the talks.

1 year ago
Economy premium

Investment up 21.6 percent in third quarter

The government has announced strong investment growth in the third quarter, which the minister in charge hailed as a sign of confidence in the domestic economy ahead of next year’s general elections.

1 year ago
Economy

2024 APBN to focus on economic growth through village, special autonomy funds

Focusing on strong economic prospects in the coming year, the Indonesian government is optimizing the state budget (APBN) to encourage economic growth in 2024, with particular attention given to regional growth through village funds, special autonomy (Otsus) funds and fiscal incentives.

1 year ago
Economy

IMF and Sri Lanka reach agreement for $330m disbursal

The recommendation to make roughly $330 million available to the South Asian country follows agreement over the first review of the four-year Extended Fund Facility (EFF) agreement it signed up to in March, the International Monetary Fund said in a statement. 

1 year ago
Economy

Biden to sell Americans on billions for Israel, Ukraine in speech

The White House said Biden will unveil a new funding request this week believed to be as much as $100 billion. It may include $60 billion for Ukraine and $10 billion for Israel, sources say, as well as billions for Asia and US border security.

1 year ago
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