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Danantara to raise Rp 50 trillion through low-coupon ‘patriot bonds’

Danantara Indonesia plans to raise Rp 50 trillion through so-called patriot bonds to fund waste-to-energy facilities and strategic projects in what the government bills as a move to boost public-private collaboration for long-term national development.

15 minutes ago
Economy premium

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. ...

23 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. ...

1 day ago

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Economy

Indonesian Finance Ministry plans to implement new core tax system in 2024

Taxes play a vital role in the Indonesian national budget (APBN), contributing significantly to state revenues and supporting the development and welfare of the Indonesian population. In 2024, it is projected that tax revenue will reach approximately Rp 2309.9 trillion, representing an increase from the 2023 APBN target of Rp 2021.2 trillion.

1 year ago
Economy

Transport minister inspects future site of IKN port to boost local tourism, economy

Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumadi visited on Oct. 3 the site of the Nusantara Capital City (IKN) Airport in North Penajam Paser regency, East Kalimantan province.

1 year ago
Economy

Jokowi officiates IKN Airport groundbreaking ceremony

Construction has begun on the Nusantara Capital City (IKN) Airport with a groundbreaking ceremony officiated by President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo on Nov. 1 in North Penajam Paser regency, East Kalimantan.

1 year ago
Economy premium

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
Economy premium

Rice yet again largest driver of inflation

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

1 year ago
Economy premium

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
Economy premium

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
Economy premium

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
Economy premium

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
Economy premium

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
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