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Domestic consortium silently developing Indonesian made high-speed train called Merah Putih
A group consisting of Indonesian entities and companies, which includes PT Industri Kereta Api (Persero) (INKA), BRIN, UGM, ITS, ITB, and LPDP are developing an Indonesian-made high-speed train called "Merah Putih" valued at IDR 4 billion.
Indonesia-Europe Business Forum will bring more than 400 companies together
The Indonesian Foreign Ministry, Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Indonesian Employers Association will hold a 2023 Indonesia-Europe Business Forum on October 17 to 18, 2023, in Ritz Carlton Hotel, Mega Kuningan, Jakarta.
Indonesia and Ghana establish bilateral business and trade partnership, opening up profitable markets
Indonesia has warmly embraced the prospects of business and trade partnerships with Ghana. Currently, Ghana is focusing on sustainable economic development and attracting global investments and partnerships, which are predicted to benefit both nations.
Indonesia invites Brazil to invest in cattle farming to boost food security
Indonesia has invited Brazil to invest in cattle farming within its territory as part of the government's efforts to stabilize meat prices and enhance food security.
Indonesian Ministry of Communications and Informatics race to complete implementing regulation for Data Protection Law
Indonesia's Ministry of Communications and Information (Kominfo) is working against the clock to finalize regulations stemming from Law No. 27 of 2022, which pertains to Personal Data Protection. Several implementing regulations, including government, presidential, and ministerial regulations, need to be issued to fully implement the law by October next year.
Foreign companies under scrutiny for worsening air quality in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore
Several foreign companies are being scrutinized as potential contributors to deteriorating air quality in various regions of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore.
Ministry of Communication and Informatics admits need of more comprehensive regulation in the field of AI
The Indonesian had initiated the development of the artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem since 2020. However, the Ministry of Communication and Informatics believed that more comprehensive regulations in the field of AI are necessary.
President Jokowi tightens import restrictions electronics and textiles, and 9 other key commodities
President Joko 'Jokowi' Widodo, has announced significant restrictions on the importation of 9 (nine) specific commodity categories. This strategic decision was reached during a closed-door meeting led by President Jokowi on Monday, October 9, 2023.
Indonesian Armed Forces enhances defense capabilities with new planes, boats, tank and aircraft
The Indonesian National Armed Forces (Tentara Nasional Indonesia or TNI) celebrated its 78th anniversary on October 5, 2023. Over the years, the TNI has been a stalwart guardian of the nation, continually strengthening itself with various state-of-the-art weapon systems.
DEFEND ID deny allegations of weapons sales to Myanmar military
In response to recent allegations selling weapons to the Myanmar military, the Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises (Kementerian BUMN) and DEFEND ID have both vehemently denied any involvement in such activities.
Attorney General initiates investigation into sugar import scandal at the Ministry of Trade
Investigators from the Attorney General's Office (Kejagung) conducted a search at the Ministry of Trade (Kemendag) on October 3, 2023. This move is part of an ongoing probe related to sugar imports.
Minister Syahrul Yasin Limpo went missing during European trip, his current whereabouts unknown
Indonesia has been left in the dark regarding the whereabouts of Syahrul Yasin Limpo (SYL), Agriculture Minister, who embarked on an official visit to Europe. The Ministry of Agriculture confirmed the loss of contact with Minister Syahrul during his visit, which was meant to strengthen diplomatic and agricultural ties with European countries.