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Operational commencement of Cleo mineral water factory in IKN
The mineral water factory belonging to the mineral water emitter affiliated with conglomerate Hermanto Tanoko, namely PT Sariguna Primatirta (CLEO) of Tanobel Group, is officially operational in the New Capital City (IKN) of Nusantara.
Indonesia postpones Mirage 2000-5 fighter jet purchase from Qatar
The Indonesian government has decided to postpone the purchase of used Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets from Qatar, citing fiscal limitations. The issue was later on brought to public by Presidential Candidate Number 3, Ganjar Pranowo, during the third presidential debate session on Sunday.
Indonesia offers import duty, luxury goods tax exemptions for EV
Starting from the 15th of January, 2023, the government will waive import duties and luxury goods tax on completely built-up (CBU) electric car imports. Nonetheless, manufacturers must fulfill certain requirements in order to qualify for this incentive.
Ganjar Pranowo top performer at third debate
Presidential candidate number 3 Ganjar Pranowo is considered to be the best master in the third debate session on Sunday compared to the other two rivals, said the Kompas Research & Development poll results.
Presidential hopefuls unveil strategies for handling RI's foreign debt
The three Indonesian presidential hopefuls outlined their strategies for managing the country's foreign debt, shedding light on their distinct approaches and perspectives. The three presidential candidates − Anies Baswedan, Prabowo Subianto and Ganjar Pranowo − presented their insights at the third debate session for the 2024 Presidential Election on Sunday evening.
Acting regional heads more likely to commit election fraud
The potential for fraud in the 2024 elections is anticipated to be much greater than in previous elections. Acting regional heads down to village heads are considered to have the most potentials to commit fraud by exerting their influence to direct voters to certain candidate pairs.
ESDM sets B35 biodiesel quota at 13.41 million for 2024
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has set the quota for the distribution of B35 biodiesel, a blend of Solar with 35 percent palm oil-based biofuels (BBN), at 13.41 million kiloliters (KL) for 2024.
Energy ministry still reviews Freeport's work plan, budget
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) is still evaluating the Work Plan and Budget (RKAB) of Copper and Gold mining company PT Freeport Indonesia (PTFI).
Energy minister: 117 mining companies have yet to pay PNBP obligations
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) is still waiting for several mining companies that have not deposited their obligations to the state. These obligations include deposits of non-tax state revenue (PNBP).
Erick Thohir revamps Pelindo’s board of commissioners
Minister of State-Owned Enterprises (SOE), Erick Thohir, has restructured the Board of Commissioners at State-owned port operators PT Pelabuhan Indonesia (Pelindo).
Ministry reassesses Trans Kalimantan Gas Pipeline Development Plan
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) is currently evaluating the continuation of the Trans Kalimantan gas transmission pipeline project concerning the certainty of gas supply and current industrial absorption. The evaluation includes the stretch won by PT Bakrie & Brothers Tbk. (BNBR), from Bontang (East Kalimantan) to Takisung (South Kalimantan).
Public Works and Housing Ministry auctions Rp1.7 trillion project in IKN
The Ministry of Public Works and Housing has initiated the auction for the Construction of Second Government Infrastructure in the National Capital of Nusantara (IKN) worth Rp1.7 trillion (US$ 109 million). Quoting the official page of the Electronic Procurement Service (LPSE) of the ministry, the Construction of Second Government Infrastructure encompasses the construction of the Vice President's Palace, Vice President's Office, Vice President's Secretariat Office, Vice President's Residence, and other supporting buildings in IKN.