Operating officers in “Sambo Case” and their controversial promotion
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BCA targets 8 percent consumer credit growth in 2025
PT Bank Central Asia (BCA) is targeting consumer credit growth of up to 8 percent in 2025 for Motor Vehicle Credit (KKB), Motorcycle Credit (KSM), and Home Ownership Credit (KPR).
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Policy and Governance
YLBHI: 216 cases of assaults on rights defenders in PSN areas in the last 3 years
Society, Environment & Culture
Coal power expansion risks undermining climate goals, up electricity costs
Markets and Finance
Indonesia opens carbon trading to global market, faces challenges in “boosting interest”
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Ida Fauziah
Ida Fauziah was born in Mojokerto in 1969. She is the current Minister of Manpower. As a child, she studied at Madrasah Aliyah Negeri (MAN) and graduated in 1989.
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I Gusti Ayu Bintang Darmawati
I Gusti Ayu Bintang Darmawati or known as Bintang Puspayoga was born in 1968. Darmawati is the current Minister of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection. She is the daughter of husband and wife Gusti Ngurah Gde Sutedja (late) and Ni Jero Samiarsa. She has 8 brothers and sisters, namely, Gusti Ayu Mas Darwati, Gusti Ayu Mirah Rosiati, Gusti Ayn Manik Srinadi, Gusti Ngurah Jaya Negara, Gusti Ngurah Gde Marhaendra Jaya, Gusti Ayu Oka Artini A, Gusti Ayu Inten Dharma Dewi, and one brother died. She is passionate about economics and development. IGA Bintang Darmawati has a son named Anak Agung Ngurah Abiyoga, and she is wife of the former Minister of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises in the Working Cabinet era (2014-2019) A.A Gede Ngurah Puspayoga and once the mayor of Denpasar.
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Ganjar Pranowo uses social media to communicate with public
Ganjar Pranowo was born in Karanganyar, Central Java in 1968. Ganjar is the governor of Central Java. He is married to Siti Atikoh Supriyanti and has a son Muhammad Zinedine Alam Ganjar. Ganjar is the son of Pamuji and Sri Suparmi. His father is a police officer who makes Ganjar always follow his father's discipline while his mother is a housewife who always teaches the norms of life to her children. Ganjar’s family is a fairly modest family.
Investment and Risk
Get the latest business insights and discover high-potential opportunities in emerging markets that are redefining Indonesia’s economic landscape.
Banking as a Service Drives Financial Inclusion in Indonesia
Banking as a Service (BaaS) is reshaping Indonesia’s financial ecosystem by enabling non-banking entities to offer regulated financial products to millions of underbanked individuals. This innovation is at the forefront of transforming digital banking across the archipelago.
ExxonMobil supports Indonesia’s CCS development program, target
U.S. oil and gas company has expressed its support for Indonesia’s Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) development program and target, actively working with the Indonesian government and state-owned oil company PT Pertamina to establish CCS infrastructure in key industrial zones that will help position Indonesia as a regional hub for carbon storage.
Danantara poised to surpass Singapore's GIC, become one of the world's largest
Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Agency (Danantara) has the potential to surpass GIC or the Government of Singapore Investment Corporation (GIC) in terms of assets under management, a report by the Financial Times Stock Exchange (FTSE) Russell has revealed.
35 French firms explore investment opportunities in Indonesia’s energy sectors
A delegation of 35 French companies, represented by the French Business Confederation (MEDEF International), met with Indonesin Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry, Rosan Perkasa Roeslani, in Jakarta on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 to explore investment opportunities in three key sectors: renewable energy, infrastructure, and decarbonization.
India’s Thermax plans up to US$100M investment in green technologies in Indonesia
Thermax, an energy manufacturing company from India, has the potential to increase investment up to US$100 million (Rp1.6 trillion) to develop green industries in air pollution control devices and bioethanol in Indonesia.
Danantara set to form JV with UAE, boosting renewable energy and SOEs efficiency
Chairman of the National Economic Council (DEN), Luhut Binsar Panjaitan, reveals that many parties have express interest in establishing a joint venture (JV) with the Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Agency (Danantara), one of them is from the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
IBC to build EV battery recycling plant by 2031, supporting nickel sustainability
Indonesia Battery Corporation (IBC) is targeting to establish an electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling plant by 2031 in support of nickel sustainability and green energy campaigns.
IBC named investment holding for new energy materials
The government has decided to name PT Indonesia Battery Corporation (IBC) as Investment Holding for the New Energy Materials sector, a move aimed at optimizing the downstreaming of mineral resources into battery raw materials to support the national electric vehicle (EV) industry.
Corporate Affairs
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Paragon focuses on innovation and CSR for Ramadan 2025, no immediate IPO plans
Salman Subakat, Co-Founder and CEO of PT Paragon Technology and Innovation, has outlined a number of short-term and long-term company strategies, currently preparing to welcome Ramadan and the Idul Fitri 2025/1446 H.
Danantara set to form JV with UAE, boosting renewable energy and SOEs efficiency
Chairman of the National Economic Council (DEN), Luhut Binsar Panjaitan, reveals that many parties have express interest in establishing a joint venture (JV) with the Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Agency (Danantara), one of them is from the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
IBC to build EV battery recycling plant by 2031, supporting nickel sustainability
Indonesia Battery Corporation (IBC) is targeting to establish an electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling plant by 2031 in support of nickel sustainability and green energy campaigns.
IBC named investment holding for new energy materials
The government has decided to name PT Indonesia Battery Corporation (IBC) as Investment Holding for the New Energy Materials sector, a move aimed at optimizing the downstreaming of mineral resources into battery raw materials to support the national electric vehicle (EV) industry.
BRI Danareksa Sekuritas targets four IPOs, expands debt underwriting in 2025
BRI Danareksa Sekuritas (BRIDS) targets four companies to list their shares through an initial public offering (IPO) on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) in 2025.
Indonesia and EGA strengthen aluminum production partnership
Coordinating Minister for the Economy Airlangga Hartarto recently met with Abdulnasser Ibrahim Saif Bin Kalban, CEO of Emirate Global Aluminium (EGA), discussing the continuation of cooperation in developing aluminium production through the development of a smelter that processes bauxite in Indonesia.
Indofarma responds to bankruptcy of subsidiary, assuring stability of operations
State-owned pharmaceutical company PT Indofarma has responded to its subsidiary PT Indofarma Global Mendika which was declared in default or bankrupt by the court, assuring stability of operations in the parent company and other subsidiaries.
PTFI accelerates smelter repairs, seeking export relaxation extension amid recovery efforts
PT Freeport Indonesia (PTFI) is accelerating the process of repairing smelter facilities by installing replacement equipment at the Java Integrated Industrial and Ports Estate (JIIPE), Gresik, East Java.
Opinion and Editorial
Bold opinions and cutting-edge perspectives from thought leaders on the burning issues of our time.
Balancing strategies for Indonesia's beef and milk self-sufficiency
Profiles
Unveil the stories of influential figures transforming Indonesia’s industries, economy, and political landscape.
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Ida Fauziah
Ida Fauziah was born in Mojokerto in 1969. She is the current Minister of Manpower. As a child, she studied at Madrasah Aliyah Negeri (MAN) and graduated in 1989.
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I Gusti Ayu Bintang Darmawati
I Gusti Ayu Bintang Darmawati or known as Bintang Puspayoga was born in 1968. Darmawati is the current Minister of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection. She is the daughter of husband and wife Gusti Ngurah Gde Sutedja (late) and Ni Jero Samiarsa. She has 8 brothers and sisters, namely, Gusti Ayu Mas Darwati, Gusti Ayu Mirah Rosiati, Gusti Ayn Manik Srinadi, Gusti Ngurah Jaya Negara, Gusti Ngurah Gde Marhaendra Jaya, Gusti Ayu Oka Artini A, Gusti Ayu Inten Dharma Dewi, and one brother died. She is passionate about economics and development. IGA Bintang Darmawati has a son named Anak Agung Ngurah Abiyoga, and she is wife of the former Minister of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises in the Working Cabinet era (2014-2019) A.A Gede Ngurah Puspayoga and once the mayor of Denpasar.
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Ganjar Pranowo uses social media to communicate with public
Ganjar Pranowo was born in Karanganyar, Central Java in 1968. Ganjar is the governor of Central Java. He is married to Siti Atikoh Supriyanti and has a son Muhammad Zinedine Alam Ganjar. Ganjar is the son of Pamuji and Sri Suparmi. His father is a police officer who makes Ganjar always follow his father's discipline while his mother is a housewife who always teaches the norms of life to her children. Ganjar’s family is a fairly modest family.
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Erick Thohir builds long career with media business
Erick Thohir is a very well known figure in Indonesian business and politics. He is one of many members of the famous Thohir family who has various businesses in Indonesia. The Thohir family has many businesses, such as Mahaka Group owned by Erick and Adaro Energy by Garibaldi Thohir. Thohir now is the Minister of State-Owned Enterprises.
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Budi Karya Sumadi
Budi Karya Sumadi was born in 1956 in Palembang to a husband and wife, Abdul Somad Sumadi and Kusmiati. He is the current Minister of Transport. Since childhood he has been helping his parents, at the age of 10 he helped his parents in selling candles, dry food and banana jam. He sells through two methods, namely: leaving it at the shop and selling it himself to potential buyers. His father, Abdul Somad Sumadi worked at the Regional Office of the South Sumatra Ministry of Education (1962), previously working as a teacher who was sent by Soekarno. While his mother was a kindergarten teacher who was a member of the South Sumatra DPRD in 1956-1959, his mother had also been the editor of the People's Torch published in 1962.
Investigations
Deep dives into hidden truths, exposing the scandals and secrets that shake the foundations of business and governance.
Police raise sea barrier case status in Tangerang to “comprehensive investigation”
The National Police’s Directorate of General Crimes Investigation has raised the status of the 30-kilometer sea barrier case of Tangerang waters in Banten Province from preliminary investigation (penyelidikan) to comprehensive investigation (penyidikan) on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
Politics
Dissecting the pulse of the nation’s politics, where power plays and policies collide in a fight for the future.
Jokowi mulls over establishing an open, inclusive political party accessible to all
Former President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo has revealed his political plans for the future, including the possibility of establishing a political party that is very open to everyone.
Deputy for green and digital transformation at IKN Authority resigns
Mohammed Ali Berawi, Deputy for Green and Digital Transformation at the Nusantara Capital City (IKN) Authority has tendered his resignation from his position, which he had held since October 13, 2022.
Prabowo slams “rebellious” bureaucrats over opposition to budget efficiency
President Prabowo Subianto has hinted at the attitude of bureaucrats who oppose the budget efficiency policy of the government, likening them to “little kings” who feel immune to the law and therefore to oppose the head of state's directives.
Prabowo criticized of revocation of policies, warned of eroding public trust
Public policy experts criticize President Prabowo Subianto's move to revoke two established regulations that were implemented upon receiving widespread negative responses from the public, alleging that the regulations were issued to test the public’s reaction to certain policies.
Majority Indonesians satisfied with Prabowo-Gibran's 100 day performance: Survey
A poll by KedaiKopi reveals that as many as 72.5 percent of the people surveyed were satisfied with the performance of the 100 days of the government of President Prabowo Subianto and Gibran Rakabuming Raka, with the Free Nutritious Meal Program (MBG) as the main factor.
KPK searches PDI-P Secretary General's house amid ongoing bribery probe
Investigators of the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) searched the residence of Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) Secretary General, Hasto Kristiyanto, in Bekasi, West Java, on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 as part of the investigation into a bribery case involving fugitive legislative candidate Harun Masiku.
Economists criticize President's use of personal funds for nutritious meal program
Economists have criticized President Prabowo Subianto for using personal funds to finance the free nutritious meal program, which has the potential to be non-transparent and create a conflict of interest.
Pramono Anung sets up transition team ahead of inauguration in February
Pramono Anung, the elected Governor of Jakarta, has set up a transition team that will prepare power transfer to the new governorship before his inauguration in early February 2025.
Capitol Influence and Lobbying
Powerful insights into the key political players pulling the strings behind government decisions and shaping the nation's future.
House passes revised mining law to strengthen governance, boost industrialization
The House of Representatives (DPR) passed the Fourth Amendment to Law No. 4/2009 on Mineral and Coal Mining (Minerba) into law during the 13th plenary session of the second legislative hearing period on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
House to ratify revised Mining Law, focus on downstreaming, community involvement
The Legislation Body of the House of Representatives (Baleg) has planned to ratify the Draft Revision of Law No. 4/2009 on Minerals and Coal (UU Minerba) next week.
Boy Thohir's consortium to begin Safari Park construction in IKN by end of 2025
Garibaldi Thohir, or Boy Thohir, and his consortium have ensured that the construction of the Safari Park in the Nusantara Capital City (IKN), East Kalimantan, will begin no later than the end of 2025, with the government having prepared 225 hectares (ha) of land for this project.
House delays budget efficiency discussions after govt asks for budget reconstruction
The House of Representatives (DPR) has decided to postpone all budget efficiency discussions in each commission with ministries/institutions due to budget reconstruction policy by the government.
Government to review 280 PSN infrastructure projects for better synergy, efficiency
Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY), has revealed that the government plans to review 280 infrastructure projects listed under the National Strategic Projects (PSN) to synergize with existing infrastructure.
Prabowo’s, businessmen’ India visits spur key MoUs in tech, health
The visit of President Prabowo Subianto and a number of Indonesian businessmen to India has produced a number of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) notes in various sectors from digital to health.
Indonesia leverages BRICS membership to boost mining exports to China, India
Deputy Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Yuliot Tanjung, says that Indonesia will utilize its BRICS membership to export mining products, especially to China and India, Antara reported.
Qatar augments housing development commitment in Indonesia
Fahri Hamzah, Deputy Minister of Housing and Settlement Areas, reveals that Qatar is committed to building six million homes in Indonesia, a considerable spike from earlier commitment of one million homes.
International Geopolitics and Diplomacy
Explore the global forces shaking the world and their ripple effects on Indonesia’s destiny.
Indonesia, Turkiye sign UAV and missile production agreements
PT Republik Korpora Indonesia (Republikorp), Indonesia's private defense industry holding company, signed two strategic agreements with Turkish defense technology companies Baykar Makina and Roketsan Roket Sanayii ve Ticaret A.S (Roketsan) for the localization of production of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and advanced guided missile systems.
35 French firms explore investment opportunities in Indonesia’s energy sectors
A delegation of 35 French companies, represented by the French Business Confederation (MEDEF International), met with Indonesin Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry, Rosan Perkasa Roeslani, in Jakarta on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 to explore investment opportunities in three key sectors: renewable energy, infrastructure, and decarbonization.
MNEK 2025 monument, symbol of maritime diplomacy and world peace
Navy Chief of Staff Admiral Muhammad Ali inaugurated the Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo (MNEK) 2025 Monument at Benoa Harbor, Bali, on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
Danantara set to form JV with UAE, boosting renewable energy and SOEs efficiency
Chairman of the National Economic Council (DEN), Luhut Binsar Panjaitan, reveals that many parties have express interest in establishing a joint venture (JV) with the Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Agency (Danantara), one of them is from the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Indonesia, Czech Republic strengthen defense industry, military technology cooperation
Minister of Defense, Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, met with Czech Defense Minister, Jana Cernochova, at the Indonesian Ministry of Defense, Jakarta, on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, discussing increased defense cooperation, including renewal of Defense Cooperation Agreement (DCA) and strengthening the defense industry.
Trump's EV policy shift sparks concerns for Indonesia's nickel industry, SE Asia's supply chain
U.S. President Donald Trump's policy in revoking electric vehicle (EV) incentives raises concerns on the impact to Indonesia's vital nickel sector, simultaneously creating a domino effect across Southeast Asia's vehicle and other related industries, a report by the South China Morning Post reveals.
Govt prepares strategic adjustment, product diversification for U.S. tariff changes
The Indonesian government is taking measures to anticipate any potential impact of the U.S. policy in increasing tariffs on imported goods, focusing on adjustment tailored to maintain and increase the competitiveness of the national economy.
Germany takes over leadership of RI’s JETP climate funding as U.S. steps down
Indonesia's Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) Secretariat has confirmed that the International Partners Group (IPG) member Germany would take over the U.S. leadership role, with donors such as France and the European Union (EU) appreciating Germany for stepping in to lead JETP climate funding in Indonesia, a report by jakartaglobe.id reveals.
National Resilience
The nation’s ability to manage and recover from challenges is evaluated through its strategies in food security, defense, and energy preparedness. This section assesses Indonesia’s effectiveness in tackling crises and ensuring national resilience.
CEOs and Leaders
A glimpse into the minds of visionary leaders driving corporate giants and redefining success.
Voices and Media
Immersive storytelling and conversations that bring the most critical topics to life through multimedia experiences.
Cyber and Espionage
Step into the shadowy world of cyber threats, espionage, and national security in the digital age.
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Indonesia participates in AIAS summit 2025 in France
Meutya V. Hafid, Minister of Communication and Digital Application (Komdigi), representing President Prabowo Subianto, is attending the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit (AIAS) Meeting in Paris, France on Monday, February 10-11, 2025.
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Indonesian banks on alert as hacker bjorka reappears with fresh ransomware attacks
Hacker Bjorka, who shook Indonesia in 2022 and 2023 when the nation had yet to completely free from the Covid 19 pandemic, now returns with an X account revealing that several private and state-owned banks in Indonesia, such as BCA, BNI, BSI, Bank Mandiri and the Central Bank (BI) will be the next targets of ransomware hacker groups.
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Indonesia-India strengthens cooperation on AI, IoT, digital infrastructure development
The Indonesian and Indian governments have formalized cooperation in the digital sector through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) and the Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
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AI, big data integration support mineral downstreaming, economic diplomacy: Binus
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and big data is considered an innovative geospatial system that can optimize natural resource management, while strengthening Indonesia's position in the global supply chain, a research by a team of Bina Nusantara University researchers reveals.
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Indonesia strengthens digital ecosystem with the launch of IIX-JK2 internet exchange
The Indonesian Internet Service Providers Association (APJII) and Bersama Digital Data Center (BDDC) officially launched the Second Indonesia Internet Exchange Jakarta (IIX-JK2) at the newest data center facility, JST1 (Jakarta-South-East-1) in East Jakarta.
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Komdigi-BPPIK team up to eradicate online gambling, focus on IT governance and HR
Minister of Communication and Digital Application (Komdigi) met with Head of the Special Investigation and Development Control Agency (BPPIK) on Thursday, January 9, 2025, discussing the eradication of online gambling, with focus on improving information technology (IT), IT governance, and improving human resources (HR).
Financial Crimes
A chilling look into the underworld of corruption, illicit wealth, and shadow economies.
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KPK detains PDI-P Secretary General in graft case involving bribery, obstruction of justice
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has detained Hasto Kristiyanto, Secretary General of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P), over a corruption case surrounding the change of House of Representatives (DPR) membership as a result of the 2019 legislative election.
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KPK names former Semarang mayor, husband corruption suspects
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 named Hevearita Gunaryanti Rahayu, then Mayor of Semarang, and her husband Alwin Basri, who was also a member of the Central Java Provincial Legislative Council (DPRD), as suspects in multiple corruption cases within the Semarang City Administration.
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Indonesia's corruption perception index improves, but concerns over political corruption persist says ICW
Transparency International Indonesia (TII) released Indonesia's 2024 Corruption Perception Index (CPI) on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. Indonesia's CPI was recorded to have increased by three points to 37 after stagnating for two years at 34.
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AGO clarifies search at ESDM ministry’s oil&gas directorate general
The Attorney General's Office (AGO) has clarified on the search conducted at three rooms of the Office of the Directorate General of Oil & Gas at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) located on Jalan Rasuna Said in Central Jakarta on Monday, February 10, 2025.
Society, Environment & Culture
Unravel the intricate threads of justice, societal transformation, and cultural narratives shaping Indonesian society.
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Listyo says “no problem” to Sukatani Band's apology
National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo says he holds no grudges against Sukatani Band’s criticism on the police institution after the Purbalingga-based punk band apologized for the lyrics of their song "Bayar Bayar Bayar"(Pay Pay Pay) which offended the police.
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Jatam slams nickel mining policies, citing social and environmental costs
The Mining Advocacy Network (Jatam) has criticized the government’s promotion of nickel mining and downstream processing policies for ignoring the staggering costs of environmental degradation and social disruption endured by local communities.
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ExxonMobil supports Indonesia’s CCS development program, target
U.S. oil and gas company has expressed its support for Indonesia’s Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) development program and target, actively working with the Indonesian government and state-owned oil company PT Pertamina to establish CCS infrastructure in key industrial zones that will help position Indonesia as a regional hub for carbon storage.
Energy and Resources
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AKR Corporindo sets IDR 250 billion Capex in 2023
Refined petroleum trading company PT AKR Corporindo Tbk (AKRA) has allocated IDR 250 billion in Capital expenditure (Capex) for 2023 to increase the company's profit growth.
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Government plan to grant early extension of Freeport permit will violate mineral and coal law
The Indonesian government is awaiting the submission of PT Freeport Indonesia's request for an early extension of its special mining business permit. The current permit will expire in 2041. "We are currently waiting for Freeport to request an extension," Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Arifin Tasrif stated on March 17, 2023.
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Gas reserves discovery in C. Sulawesi to boost energy security, economic growth
PT Pertamina Cepu, a subsidiary of upstream oil and gas company PT Pertamina Hulu Energi (PHE), discovered gas potential in the Tedong (TDG)-001 well located in North Morowali, Central Sulawesi.
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Indonesia invites investors to develop local fish feed industry and reduce import dependencies
Sakti Wahyu Trenggono, the Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, has opened opportunities for investors to establish a fish feed industry in Indonesia. Currently, 89% of the country's fish feed needs are imported.
