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Textile industry, govt at odds over rising yarn imports

The Indonesian Filament Yarn Producers Association (APSyFI) accused the government of bowing to “import mafia” interests at the expense of local producers of similar goods who are struggling to survive.

15 hours ago
Economy

China coal power surges even as renewables hit record high

Coal accounts for around half of China's power generation, down from three-quarters in 2016. ...

18 hours ago
Economy

Indonesia urges EU to remove countervailing duty on biodiesel after WTO ruling

The Trade Ministry on Monday urged the European Union to immediately remove countervailing duties on biodiesel imports, after the World Trade Organization backed the Southeast Asian country on several key claims in a complaint to the trade body. ...

23 hours ago

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Indonesia receives $100m from Norway to cut deforestation

Indonesia has received a contribution fund of US$100 million from Norway to continue its efforts in reducing deforestation to cut emissions.

1 year ago
Economy

With rate hikes likely done, Fed turns to timing of cuts

Some analysts and investors even interpreted Wednesday's events as the effective start of a Fed easing cycle.

1 year ago
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Govt walks tightrope between protectionism, openness

Economists have warned the government against pursuing a policy of protectionism even while many other countries have placed curbs on trade.

1 year ago
Economy

The govt has prepared strategies to maintain growth prospects and mitigate challenges

Indonesia’s economy is experiencing good growth and has recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic despite a challenging global situation.

1 year ago
Economy

Asia to end 2023 on brighter note as China's economy recovers: ADB

The ADB raised its 2023 growth forecast for developing Asia to 4.9 percent from 4.7 percent projected in September, but kept its growth outlook for the region at 4.8 percent next year.

1 year ago
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Indonesia’s economy growing greener: World Bank

Indonesia is making some headway in decoupling its GDP growth and emissions output, the World Bank has noted in its latest report on the country's prospects, which includes recommendations on how to maintain this trend.

1 year ago
Economy

Coordinating Minister Airlangga emphasizes economic foreign policy in academic event

The year 2045 will present a valuable moment for Indonesia, as the country will obtain a window of opportunity through a demographic bonus, something that only occurs once in a nation's lifetime.

1 year ago
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Tax holiday not luring investors to metalworking, machinery, says GAMMA

The head of the metalworking and machinery association suggests gathering feedback from businesses on post-COVID market conditions to ensure that the incentives benefited the targeted industries as intended.

1 year ago
Economy

PT PII Creative Financing, Fiscal Support, and Role of in achieving Indonesia Maju 2045

In order to achieve the 2045 development goals known as Indonesia Maju (Onward Indonesia), one of the government’s main focuses next year is economic transformation. This includes continuing to develop the national infrastructure, improve human resource quality, develop a green economy, use renewable energy, strengthen bureaucratic reform and simplify regulations.

1 year ago
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Lack of young farmers jeopardizes food security, say experts

This year's BPS agricultural survey points to a lack of farmer regeneration as well as other factors suggesting a significant decline in future productivity, which experts say could leave the country dependent on imports.

1 year ago
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Indonesia needs to ease service sector restrictions, World Bank says

Indonesia may reap significant benefits if the country can fully utilize its services potential, but the government must first ease restrictions and enact sweeping policy reforms to actually realize it, World Bank said.

1 year ago
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Financial advisors pour cold water on Indonesians' FIRE plans

While many Indonesians might aspire to achieving financial freedom and early retirement, achieving FIRE remains out of reach due to various factors including minimum wage earnings, familial obligations, poor financial management and societal pressures.

1 year ago
Economy

Fiscal policy, guardian of Indonesia’s economic stability amid the global pressure

A fiscal policy plays a significant role in safeguarding the national stability and maintaining economic growth.

1 year ago
Economy

China's investments to Vietnam boom as Xi visits Hanoi, US spending down

Chinese investments in Vietnam have boomed this year in contrast to a slowdown in US spending and trade, official data show, as the world's two largest economies vie for influence in the strategic Southeast Asian country.

1 year ago
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Road still long to Indonesian nuclear power, experts say

Regardless of whether nuclear power is suitable for Indonesia's energy transition, observerss appear to concur that building a thorium-based nuclear plant in the country will require more time to develop the relevant infrastructure and regulations, as well as the technologies for processing the radioactive metal.

1 year ago
Economy

Uplifting children's well-being: APBN policies in Indonesia

The government of Indonesia, a nation and state concerned about its future generations, has established specific policies in the State Budget (APBN) to enhance the well-being of children. These policies cover various aspects, including health, education and quality of life.

1 year ago
Economy

US oil prices slide below $70 a barrel

West Texas Intermediate oil for delivery in January fell 4.1 percent to finish at $69.38 a barrel. The drop came as markets eyed signs of weakening demand amid skepticism that the OPEC + coalition's efforts will meaningfully restrain supply.

1 year ago
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Worldwide protectionist turn causing fiscal, monetary strain, Sri Mulyani says

As the world has become more divided, countries have resorted to an unprecedented use of monetary and fiscal tools to protect their economies, Finance Minister Sri Mulyani said on Wednesday, adding that the move had put great pressure on both instruments.

1 year ago
Economy

The 2024 state budget aims to encourage inclusive, sustainable economic growth

The state budget for fiscal year 2024 was passed through Law No. 19/2023 on Oct. 16. In that law, the government targets state revenue of Rp 2,802.29 trillion and state expenditure of Rp 3,325.12 trillion, making for a deficit of Rp 522.83 trillion or around 2.29 percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

1 year ago
Economy

LPDP improves Indonesia’s human resources through research funding and scholarships

Improving upon Indonesia’s overall citizen capabilities is a state mandate that must be carried out, as stated in the 1945 Constitution

1 year ago
Economy

Empowering MSMEs by optimizing state assets

The 2024 state budget has been approved by the government at Rp 3,325.1 trillion. It serves as a crucial instrument for confronting global upheavals, such as pandemics, energy price increases and rising food prices. It also acts as an instrument of economic recovery and protecting the public. One noteworthy form of state budget expenditure is investing in state assets.

1 year ago
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Sluggish rise in bank savings may slow loan growth, analysts warn

Experts warn that the ongoing "liquidity battle" between banks and government could be expected to intensify next year.

1 year ago
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Indonesia launches WTO dispute against the EU over stainless steel import duties

The Indonesian government is taking the European Union to the World Trade Organization over the regional organization’s imposition of import duties on Indonesian stainless steel products.

1 year ago
Economy

Digitalization of the 2024 state budget DIPA and TKD meant to simplify the budget process

Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati accompanied President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo at the Budget Implementation List (DIPA) handover event at the State Palace in Jakarta on Wednesday. 

1 year ago
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Factory activity ticks back up, bodes well for fourth quarter GDP

Indonesia’s manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) rose marginally last month on the back of higher new orders and increased workforce numbers as confidence in future output improves, albeit at a slower pace than in the third quarter.

1 year ago
Economy premium

Inflation moves closer to 3 percent amid costly food prices

Although it remains at what can be considered a safe level, headline inflation has been stuck in an upward trend for the past three months as prices for key Indonesian ingredients experience an abnormal rise.

1 year ago
Economy

BUM Desa data interoperability hastens village prosperity

After a grueling pandemic that caused global economic disruptions, Indonesia experienced an increase of 4.94 percent in economic growth in the third quarter of 2023, an increase of 1.60 percent compared to the second quarter.

1 year ago
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Businesses to list Israel-related products amid costly boycott

In a damage control effort following a fatwa supporting Palestine, a business association promises its own list of products that are "really" related to Israel.

1 year ago
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‘Don’t be too careful’: Jokowi urges banks to jack up loans for the economy

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo has asked banks to not hesitate in giving loans to businesses, hoping this could help increase money circulation so it could boost the economic growth

1 year ago
Economy

Analysing Indonesia's 2024 food security policy

In an effort to face the challenges in food production, which is not yet optimal, the government has directed its attention to product optimization.

1 year ago
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