Philip Morris International (PMI), the parent company of PT HM Sampoerna Tbk. (Sampoerna), has reaffirmed its commitment to workplace equality and inclusivity by successfully maintaining its Equal Pay and Opportunities Certification for 2025. This marks the third consecutive certification since it was first awarded in 2019, underscoring the company’s consistent efforts to foster a fair and equal working environment for all employees.

PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) remains committed to supporting a sustainable economy through its reduce, re-love, restyle (RE3) social initiative. Through this program, PNM employees successfully collected 60 kilograms of reusable jeans to be donated to Aan, a PNM Mekaar customer who runs a business transforming old denim into trendy fashion items such as bags, vests and various accessories.

River pollution remains one of Indonesia’s most pressing environmental issues, posing a persistent challenge to keeping marine waters free from plastic waste.

Coordinating Economic Minister Airlangga Hartarto and Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong co-chaired the 15th Indonesia-Singapore Six Bilateral Economic Working Groups Ministerial Meeting (6WG MM) on June 15 in Singapore. The meeting reviewed progress across six key sectors: Batam-Bintan-Karimun (BBK), investment, manpower, transport, agribusiness and tourism.

The European Union’s Europe on Screen (EoS) made a lively return for 2025, marking its 25th edition and reaffirming its position as the longest-running foreign film festival in Indonesia.

Human Initiative has officially concluded this year’s Sebar Qurban program for Idul Adha 2025, after successfully distributing sacrificial animals to more than 130 districts and cities across Indonesia as well as nine other countries. Thanks to the collaboration, trust and generous spirit of Sahabat Inisiator (initiator friends), or donors, the program reached 202,707 recipients including those in remote, underdeveloped regions and areas with limited meat supply, despite the challenging economic climate.

The H Bar Jakarta was abuzz, as it hosted this year’s Diageo World Class Indonesia 2025 final, recognized as the largest platform and the most prestigious bartender competition in Indonesia.

The Heart of Elegance Wedding Showcase, hosted by Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta in collaboration with Adhyakti Wedding & Private Events Planner, recently concluded with resounding success.

The values of today’s increasingly discerning consumers have prompted Bali-based skincare pioneer Sensatia reflect on its deep commitment to sustainability, ethical business and clean beauty.

Movenpick Bali reaffirmed its community engagement through its meaningful “Breakfast for Breakfast” initiative, welcoming 25 students and their teachers from SLB Negeri 1 Badung, an inclusive school for children with special needs, along with representatives from Yayasan Peduli Kemanusiaan (YPK) Bali, a nonprofit disability organization, to enjoy a wholesome breakfast at Anarasa Restaurant.

The EastFood (IIFEX) and EastPack Surabaya 2025 exhibition officially opened today at Grand City Convention Hall and will run until June 15. Surabaya, the provincial capital of East Java and Indonesia's second-largest city, continues to strengthen its role as a key hub for the food, beverage and packaging industries in Eastern Indonesia.

As Indonesia stands at a pivotal juncture in its energy journey, the Financial Times and Nikkei are holding the Energy Transition Summit Asia 2025 to discuss aligning national policies with international commitments to foster a just and sustainable energy future.

Global Auction is marking its 22nd year with its 22nd Anniversary Sale: Southeast Asian, Chinese, Modern and Contemporary Art, showcasing some of the region’s most well-known masters, from 19th-century and 20th century maestros to leading artists in contemporary art.

Passing its decade milestone on May 30, Jamie Oliver Kitchen Kuta Beach has achieved 10 delicious years of serving fresh cuisine and exciting flavors in the heart of Kuta.

The Indonesian government is nearing the conclusion of negotiations on the Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IEU-CEPA), with both sides reaching consensus on all remaining issues.

The Indonesian government remains committed to strengthening its strategic partnership with the European Union, particularly in the fields of trade and investment. Coordinating Economy Minister Airlangga Hartarto met with European Union Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maroš Šefčovič on June 6 at the Berlaymont Building in Brussels.

The food and beverage industry continues to grow, driven by shifts in lifestyle and consumer preferences. In 2025, the industry is expected to evolve with emerging trends that integrate technological innovation, health awareness and sustainability.

Coordinating Economy Minister Airlangga Hartarto reaffirmed Indonesia’s commitment to harnessing digital transformation as a driver of inclusive and sustainable growth at the 2024 OECD Ministerial Council Meeting (MCM) in Paris on June 4.

Coordinating Economy Minister Airlangga Hartarto met with Singapore Deputy Prime Minister and Trade and Industry Minister Gan Kim Yong on the sidelines of the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting in Paris on Wednesday.

One of Indonesia’s leading steel manufacturers, PT Gunung Raja Paksi Tbk (GRP) has been recognized by CDP for improving its climate change score from a C in 2023 to a B- in the 2024 Disclosure Cycle. This marks a significant achievement in GRP’s sustainability journey and, as cited by CDP’s score data, places the company above the global average.

Coordinating Economic Minister Airlangga Hartarto held a bilateral meeting on Tuesday (June 3) with Japanese State Minister for Foreign Affairs Hisayuki Fujii on the sidelines of the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting 2025 in Paris, reaffirming the robust strategic partnership between Indonesia and Japan, particularly in trade, investment and sustainable development.

Coordinating Economic Affairs Minister Airlangga Hartarto met on June 3 with Swiss Federal Councilor Guy Parmelin, who is also Head of the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research, on the sidelines of the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting 2025 in Paris. The meeting served as a follow-up to Parmelin’s virtual participation at the Indonesia-Switzerland Hydropower Conference held earlier this year in Jakarta.

Permata Bank has launched a new mortgage financing solution designed specifically for expatriates seeking to own residential property in Indonesia. The Permata KPR iB IMBT WNA program provides structured and transparent apartment ownership financing for foreign nationals, addressing long-standing obstacles in legal and financial procedures.

Coordinating Economy Minister Airlangga Hartarto officially submitted Indonesia’s Initial Memorandum (IM) to OECD secretary-general Mathias Cormann during a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the 2025 OECD Ministerial Council Meeting in Paris on Tuesday. The IM marks a critical step in Indonesia’s OECD accession process, providing a comprehensive assessment of the country’s national regulations and standards against OECD benchmarks.

Coordinating Economy Minister Airlangga Hartarto held a strategic bilateral meeting with United States Trade Representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer on the sidelines of the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting in Paris on Tuesday.

Coordinating Economy Minister Airlangga Hartarto has officially submitted Indonesia’s Initial Memorandum during the 2025 OECD Ministerial Council Meeting (MCM), marking a key milestone in the country's accession process to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The MCM is being held in Paris from June 3 to 4 under the chairmanship of Costa Rica.

The birthday of Pancasila — Indonesia’s official national philosophy — is commemorated every year on June 1. This day holds special significance for the state-owned company PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM), as it also marks the beginning of the company's commitment to empowering pre-prosperous women through the people’s economy.