#Government
President Joko Widodo plans to add 20 more visa-free countries to boost tourism revenue
President Joko 'Jokowi' Widodo is considering adding 20 more countries to the list of visa-free entry nations to Indonesia. This decision aims to achieve the country's tourism revenue target of IDR 200 trillion for the upcoming year.
APINDO provides government with economic data following boycott on allegedly Israel-affiliated products
The Indonesian Employers Association (Apindo) has submitted data to the government outlining the economic impact of the boycott on products suspected of having affiliations with Israel. The report contains information on the conditions of companies affected by the boycott.
The Attorney General's Office (Kejaksaan Agung) questions the Secretary of the Karawang Regency
The Attorney General's Office questioned Acep Jamhuri, Secretary of Karawang Regency, in a corruption case tied to Army Housing Mandatory Savings (TWP AD) for 2019-2020. The inquiry involves land procurement for TWP AD housing by suspect TN.
PLN Secures 4 Strategic Collaborations to Accelerate Energy Transition at COP 28
PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) has successfully secured four significant agreements aimed at expediting the incorporation of renewable energy sources during the United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP 28, held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates over the past weekend.
Waskita's delisting by Indonesia Stock Exchange might affect investors
PT Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI) recently announced PT Waskita Karya Tbk (WSKT) to be removed from the stock exchange or delisted which has a direct impact on investors.
Indonesia secures climate collaborations at COP28, inking milestone agreements
Indonesia has marked its presence at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP28, by entering into several groundbreaking agreements focused on emissions reduction.
The National Council of Special Economic Zones approves the establishment of three new Special Economic Zones
The National Council of Special Economic Zones (SEZ) has given the green light for the creation of three new SEZs—Setangga, Tanjung Sauh, and Nipa, in an effort to boost economic development.
ASEAN's urgent call for a green transportation revolution as a road to sustainability
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) spans an incredibly diverse geography, covering approximately 4.5 million square kilometers, making it one of the world's largest regional organizations in terms of landmass.
The Indonesian government call for caution, transparency, and safety in developing nuclear power plants
The government is advised to exercise caution in developing nuclear power plants (NPPs) as their development poses various risks that require careful consideration.
WTO forms panel to review EU import duties on Indonesian biodiesel
The World Trade Organization's (WTO) dispute settlement body has agreed to form a panel to review the import duties imposed by the European Union (EU) on biodiesel imports from Indonesia.
Indonesia aims to boost exports to non-traditional markets amid global economic slowdown
The government plans to encourage larger exports to non-traditional markets such as India, Pakistan, and Mexico. Indonesia's exports have traditionally been dominated by China, the United States, and European countries.
Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources explores collaboration with South Korea on Carbon Capture and Storage technology in oil and gas industry
The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), is exploring collaboration with South Korea regarding the utilization of Carbon Capture and Storage/Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCS/CCUS) technology in the oil and gas industry.