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Beijing tells firms to stop using US, Israeli cybersecurity software, sources say

Chinese authorities have told domestic companies to stop using cybersecurity software made by more than a dozen firms from the US and Israel due to national security concerns, three people briefed on the matter said.

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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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The Containerized Battery Energy Storage System (CBESS) developed by solar power developer SUN Energy is seen bext to a solar panel farm (right) in Feb. 2025 at the site of coal mining contractor PT Cipta Kridatama in Maura Bungo, Jambi.

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SUN Energy shifts to integrated energy solutions, energy storage

The integration between power generation, storage and energy management system will become an important foundation to ensure supply reliability and emission efficiency.

A sign for an Swedish furniture store Ikea is seen on Feb. 26, 2024 in Round Rock, Texas, the United States.

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IKEA to close stores in China amid strategy shift

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IKEA to close stores in China amid strategy shift

The stores earmarked for closure include one in suburban Shanghai, another in Guangzhou, and several more in second-tier Chinese cities such as Nantong, Xuzhou and Harbin, IKEA said in the statement posted to its official WeChat account.

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Unilever to sell SariWangi tea stake in $89m deal

The multinational company is divesting its stake to PT Savoria Kreasi Rasa, an affiliate of local conglomerate Djarum Group.

Caracas limbo: A car drives on an empty street on Jan. 3, 2026 after United States President Donald Trump said the US has struck Venezuela and captured its president, Nicolas Maduro, in Caracas.

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US raid has not affected Venezuela operations, Pertamina says

Indonesian government officials and an industry group have said the crisis in Venezuela has had little to no impact on the country’s economic activity so far.

A general view at the nickel smelter of PT Vale Indonesia in Sorowako, South Sulawesi, on August 2, 2024.

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Vale Indonesia halts mining amid delayed 2026 output approval

Deputy Mining Minister Yuliot Tanjung told reporters the approval was "currently being consolidated" and declined to give an indication of the quota.

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Dharma Simorangkir, president director Microsoft Indonesia (left) and Fiki Setiyono, Azure go-to-market lead, Microsoft ASEAN, are pictured in Jakarta for the Microsoft Cloud & AI Innovation Summit 2025, on Nov. 25

Cloud, AI services to boost Indonesia’s economy, Microsoft says

Backed by a US$1.7 billion investment through 2028, Microsoft aims to build Indonesia’s digital economy by expanding cloud and AI infrastructure, strengthening the developer ecosystem and training 500,000 AI-ready talents by 2026.

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Bosch goes new ways with modular factory in West Java

The Germany-based engineering and technology company aims to complete the new facility in the first quarter of 2027. Bosch regional president for Asia Pacific South Vijay Ratnaparkhe spoke to The Jakarta Post’s Maudey Khalisha on Nov. 19, the day of the factory’s groundbreaking ceremony, about tapping into rising domestic demand from the automotive and other industries.

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.

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FLSmidth sees energy transition driving global minerals demand

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Bali Waste Cycle aims to scale up to make recycling profitable

Born out of Bali’s growing trash problem, Bali Waste Cycle (BWC) seeks to expand its business, balancing profit, purpose and sustainability.

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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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Beijing tells firms to stop using US, Israeli cybersecurity software, sources say

Sinar Mas Land’s Medical Suites supports an integrated healthcare system ecosystem

Indonesian ride-hailing industry set for shake-up under draft presidential decree

AirAsia to launch Denpasar-Da Nang route in March

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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

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SUN Energy shifts to integrated energy solutions, energy storage

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IKEA to close stores in China amid strategy shift

Unilever to sell SariWangi tea stake in $89m deal

US raid has not affected Venezuela operations, Pertamina says

Vale Indonesia halts mining amid delayed 2026 output approval

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Cloud, AI services to boost Indonesia’s economy, Microsoft says

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Indonesia ‘impatient’ in tech adoption, Infor says

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FLSmidth sees energy transition driving global minerals demand

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