#Regulations
Lawmaker backs revocation of licenses for mass organizations involved in thuggery
A legislator of the House of Representatives (DPR) Commission II, Indrajaya, has voiced his support for the Ministry of Home Affairs’ plan to revoke the legal status of community organizations (ormas) involved in acts of thuggery, while emphasizing that the state must not be defeated by criminal activity disguised as civil organizations.
Indonesia’s mining royalty hike seen as opportunity to accelerate energy transition
Experts urge the government to channel the increased state revenues, which are expected following the enactment of Government Regulations No. 18/2025 and No. 19/2025 on increasing mineral and coal royalties, towards a just and sustainable energy transition.
Ministry to revoke licenses of mass organizations involved in thuggery
The Indonesian Ministry of Home Affairs has threatened to revoke the registration status of mass organizations and freeze their access to government services, including public funding, should they be found to be involved in acts of thuggery or public disorder.
Worldcoin halts ID verification amid regulatory concerns, pledges cooperation
Tools for Humanity (TFH), the developer behind Worldcoin, has voluntarily paused its identity verification services in Indonesia following a regulatory freeze by the Ministry of Communication and Digital Application, which has affected both Worldcoin and its World ID product.
Phytosanitary, import duty issues threaten MSME exports
The phytosanitary policy imposed by the Quarantine and Customs Office is considered sudden and not well socialized to exporters as it has hampered delivery of export goods, resulting in the accumulation of containers at ports and airports.
Radio broadcasting revisited − awaiting law ratification
Indonesia is awaiting the ratification of the revised Broadcasting Law, an important milestone in transforming the national media ecosystem, with crucial change being the legitimacy of State-run radio station RRI as the first national digital radio broadcaster to broadcast free-to-air.
Mahfud backs presidential institution bill as safeguard against abuse of power
Constitutional law expert Mahfud MD has voiced strong support for the proposed Presidential Institution Bill, calling it a crucial legal tool to curb potential abuse of presidential authority.
Finance ministry targets illegally operating sectors to boost tax revenue
Minister of Finance Sri Mulyani Indrawati said the government is intensifying efforts to expand the country’s tax base by targeting previously untapped sectors, including those operating illegally.
Aprobi urges regulatory clarity as Indonesia targets 500 bioethanol plants
The Indonesian Biofuel Producers Association (Aprobi) has requested clarity on government regulations regarding the use of bioethanol domestically, suggesting that the plan to build 500 bioethanol factories requires clear regulations.
BI ready to cooperate on QRIS payment system with the U.S
The Indonesian Central Bank (BI) has expressed its readiness to cooperate with the United States in using the Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard (QRIS) digital payment system.
Indonesia moves to revoke key trade policies in response to U.S. tarrifs hike
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has instructed the revocation and adjustment of a number of trade and industrial policies implemented during the administration of the 7th President Joko Widodo.
Police chief says no SKK requirement for foreign journalists reporting in Indonesia
National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo has emphasized that foreign journalists can still freely cover activities in Indonesia as long as they do not violate the existing laws.