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The government issued a new regulation in the lead-up to the country's 79th Independence Day that bans the inhumane practice of pasung, or shackling people with mental illness, but much more is needed in terms of technical regulations and a funding framework to expand both physical and human resources in ensuring nationwide access to mental health care.
The government's latest regulatory gaffe related to the new import restrictions for international travelers shows how important it is to consult stakeholders, including the public, experts and experienced staff, before issuing any new rule, let alone implementing it.
Quickly adapting to the EUDR requirements and embracing sustainable practices not only opens up greater access to the EU market but also presents an opportunity for Indonesian companies to position themselves as global leaders in sustainable commodity production
The government has again been resorting to curbing imports in a bid to manage the current account balance, but this policy has not had a significantly positive impact on either the trade balance or manufacturing growth; rather, studies show it can have the opposite effect and eventually reduce exports.
