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Relaxation of TKDN rules could turn Indonesia into a dumping ground: Gapensi
The Indonesian Construction Contractors Association (Gapensi) has warned that the government's move to relax the Domestic Component Level (TKDN) policy, particularly for steel, iron, and piping used in infrastructure, could reduce Indonesia to a mere market for foreign products and threaten local industries.
Government to put illegal oil & gas operations under Pertamina supervision
The Indonesian government has decided to put illegal oil and gas operations under the supervision of State energy company PT Pertamina.
NTT Governor to review geothermal projects in Flores amid mounting concerns
East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) Governor, Melkiades Laka Lena, has decided to review the controversial geothermal power plant projects on the island of Flores, citing flaws in its design and implementation.
Govt, economists confident on RI’s economic resilience amidst global uncertainty
Indonesia’s economy remains resilient despite global uncertainties fueled by shifting geopolitical dynamics and U.S. trade tariff policies, which have disrupted the global trade environment.
Indonesia explores dairy industry cooperation with Estonia
Foreign Minister Sugiono has expressed Indonesia’s interest in exploring potential cooperation opportunities in the dairy industry with Estonia.
FM Sugiono discusses strengthened bilateral cooperation with Russian Ambassador
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono met with Russian Ambassador Sergei G. Tolchenov in Jakarta on March 27, 2025, discussing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations.
Indonesia’s push for DME faces economic hurdles: Expert
An analyst has questioned the feasibility of President Prabowo Subianto’s instruction to the National Energy Resilience and Downstream Task Force to revive coal gasification of dimethyl ether (DME) projects in Sumatra and Kalimantan, which is aimed at reducing Indonesia’s reliance on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports is questionable.
Govt denies approving voluntary migration program for Gazans to Indonesia
The government has denied reports suggesting that it sanctions the plan to relocate Gaza residents to Indonesia under a voluntary migration pilot program initiated by the Israel government.
Indonesia-France strengthen bilateral ties ahead of President Macron's visit
Indonesia and France have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations ahead of French President Emmanuel Macron’s planned state visit to Indonesia in May.
Danantara's fossil energy project funding poses economic risks: CERAH
The government's decision to fund multiple downstream and energy security projects − predominantly fossil-based − through the state-managed Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Agency (BPI Danantara), could cause significant economic risks for the country, says the Center for Education and Research in Humanitarian Action (CERAH).
Nickel miners ask government to reconsider royalty rate hike
The Indonesian Nickel Miners Association (APNI) has strongly opposed the government's plan to increase mining royalty rates, citing concerns over the heavy financial burden on the industry.
Bahlil declares war on LPG mafia, praises police for raiding illegal LPG refilling activities
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has commended the swift action taken by the Specific Crimes Directorate at the National Police Headquarters in apprehending perpetrators involved in the illegal refilling of thousands of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders in Gianyar, Bali.