Policy
Indonesia sees U.S. trade deal as golden opportunity for agriculture sector
Indonesia’s recent trade agreement with the United States, valued at US$4.5 billion, is being hailed as a major opportunity for the country’s agricultural sector, following the reduction of import tariffs on Indonesian products by Washington.
Indonesia’s tax collection more efficient than India, China, Philippine: Tax chief
Indonesia has demonstrated stronger cost-efficiency in tax collection compared to regional peers like China, India, and the Philippines, as reflected in the declining cost-to-revenue ratio over the past five years, according to the Directorate General of Taxes.
KKP–Konservasi Indonesia partner to boost blue carbon ecosystem development
The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) has signed a strategic partnership with Konservasi Indonesia (KI) to enhance marine spatial planning and develop blue carbon ecosystem zones.
WWF warns of “Empty Forest Syndrome,” urges stronger governance
In a hearing with Commission IV of the House of Representatives (DPR) on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, the World Wide Fund (WWF) Indonesia, raised serious concerns over the country’s forest condition, warning of a growing “empty forest syndrome” − forests that appear intact but are ecologically barren.
Bali launches electricity roadmap toward Net Zero Emission by 2045
The Bali Provincial Administration launched the Bali Electricity Roadmap Toward Net Zero Emission (NZE) 2045 on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, marking a significant step in accelerating clean energy transition and achieving energy independence on the island.
House approves Finance Ministry’s indicative budget, urges efficiency
Finance Commission XI of the House of Representatives (DPR) has approved the indicative budget ceiling for the Finance Ministry in the 2026 draft state budget, withholding endorsement of an additional Rp 4.88 trillion (US$296 million) requested by Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati, pending further efficiency reviews.
Trade ministry proposes Rp886.63 B budget hike to support new staff, nat’l priorities
Deputy Minister of Trade, Dyah Roro Esti, has submitted a proposal for an additional Rp886.63 billion (US$54.5 million) in funding for the Ministry of Trade’s 2026 fiscal year.
Civil Society demands new, fair forestry law to protect ecosystems
A coalition of Indonesian civil society organizations asks the House of Representatives (DPR) to abandon the ongoing amendment of Forestry Law No. 41/1999 and instead draft an entirely new forestry law that ensures justice, protects forest ecosystems, and recognizes the rights of indigenous peoples.
Sarbumusi: US$36 M worth of goods stalled during nationwide truckers' strike
A nationwide strike on July 13-14, 2025, involving 15,000 logistics drivers across Indonesia has caused an estimated Rp600 billion (US$36 million) in undelivered goods, according to the Indonesian Muslim Workers Confederation (Sarbumusi).
Indonesia to boost chicken production ahead of nutrition program launch in August
The Ministry of Agriculture is set to ramp up broiler chicken production starting next month in anticipation of the full-scale rollout of 8,000 SPPG (Satuan Pelayanan Pemenuhan Gizi or Nutrition Fulfillment Service Units) kitchens in August 2025.
Finance ministry seeks Rp52 trillion budget for 2026 despite prior cuts
Finance Minister, Sri Mulyani Indrawati, has proposed an expanded budget of Rp52.02 trillion (US$3.21 billion) for the 2026 fiscal year, marking an increase of Rp4.88 trillion (US$301.2 million) from the initial indicative ceiling of Rp47.13 trillion (US$2.91 billion).
Government clarifies e-commerce platforms not to collect taxes from MSMEs
Minister of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), Maman Abdurrahman, has emphasized that e-commerce platforms will not be appointed to collect taxes from micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) operating on their platforms.