Capitol Influence and Lobbying
Powerful insights into the key political players pulling the strings behind government decisions and shaping the nation's future.
Indonesia seeks global investors for US$80 billion giant sea wall project
The Indonesian government is inviting international investors, including those from China, South Korea, Japan, and several European countries, to take part in financing the Giant Sea Wall project, a massive coastal defense initiative estimated to cost US$80 billion (Rp1,300 trillion).
MIND ID reaffirms ESG commitment, strategic risk management to DPR
State-owned mining holding company, MIND ID, reaffirmed its commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and strategic risk management in a presentation before Commission VII of the House of Representatives (DPR) on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
Indonesia asked to overhaul negotiation strategy amid tariff dispute with U.S.
Indonesia must abandon its outdated and fragmented approach to international trade negotiations if it hopes to secure significant tariff reductions from the United States, according to Achmad Nur Hidayat, an economist and public policy expert at the National Development Veteran University Jakarta.
Indonesia-U.S. agree to intensify reciprocal tariff talks ahead of August 1 deadline
Indonesia and the United States have agreed to intensify negotiations over reciprocal tariffs in the coming three weeks, following a high-level meeting between Coordinating Minister for the Economy Airlangga Hartarto and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, along with U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson Greer.
Indonesia calls for OIC to be firmer on Palestine, multilateral reform
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono asked the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to adopt a firmer and more assertive stance in defending international law and revitalizing multilateralism during the 51st OIC Council of Foreign Ministers in Istanbul on Saturday, June 21, 2025.
President Prabowo calls for strategic collaboration at SPIEF 2025
President Prabowo Subianto emphasized the importance of strategic collaboration and reaffirmed Indonesia’s commitment to an independent and active foreign policy during his address at the plenary session of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) 2025 on Friday, June 20, 2025.
Indonesia-Russia strategic MoU exchange, a new phase in partnership
Indonesia and Russia sealed a number of agreements in a ceremony held at the Konstantinovsky Palace, St. Petersburg, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, opening a new chapter in bilateral partnership, spanning across education, transport, digital development, and strategic investment.
Prabowo arrives in St. Petersburg for talks with Putin, attending SPIEF 2025
President Prabowo Subianto arrived in St. Petersburg, Russia, on Wednesday evening, June 18, 2025, for a visit at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, which is part of the efforts to bolster strategic partnership between Indonesia and Russia and his participation in the 2025 St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF).
Indonesia, Russia reinforce ties ahead of Prabowo’s Russian visit
Indonesia and Russia have reaffirmed their commitment to deepen bilateral ties across political, economic, and strategic fronts, as Foreign Minister Sugiono met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow on Monday, June 16, 2025 ahead of President Prabowo Subianto’s upcoming state visit to Russia.
Indonesia calls for restraint, seeks de-escalation in Iran-Israel conflict
Indonesia expresses deep concern over the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, urging all parties to exercise restraint to avoid further deterioration of regional stability.
EU Desk launched to strengthen investment collaboration with European Union
In a move to enhance economic cooperation and attract more investment from the European Union (EU), the Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry/Investment Coordinaing Board (BKPM) has launched the EU Desk following the signing of a Cooperation Statement with the Delegation of the European Union to Indonesia.
Airlangga highlights RI’s proactive role in int’l negotiations during USTR meet
Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Airlangga Hartarto, met with United States Trade Representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer on the sidelines of the first day of the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting (MCM) in Paris, France on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, marking a strengthened Indonesia-U.S. dialog, particularly on trade and investment.