Truck Operators Protest 16-Day Eid Holiday Restrictions
Trucking association Aptrindo protested at major ports against the government’s 16-day Eid transport restriction from 24 March to 8 April 2025. Learn more.
Trucking association Aptrindo protested at major ports against the government’s 16-day Eid transport restriction from 24 March to 8 April 2025. Learn more.
President Prabowo Subianto is seeking new revenue sources from the mineral and coal sector by increasing royalties on gold, nickel, coal, and other commodities. Learn more.
The government’s Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program has significantly contributed to economic growth, job creation, and poverty reduction, said National Economic Council (DEN) Chairman Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan. Learn more.
The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) imposed a temporary trading halt at 11:19:31 Jakarta Automated Trading System (JATS) time on Tuesday (17/3/2025) after the Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG) dropped over 5%. Read more
Minister of Trade Budi Santoso is closely monitoring the potential impact of U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed tariff hikes on Indonesian exports. Learn more.
Minister of Transportation Dudy Purwagandhi emphasized that there is no outright ban on trucks during the 2025 Eid AL-Fitr transport period, but only operational restrictions. Learn more.
State-owned ferry operator PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry is ready to expand international ferry services from Batam to Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Read more.
The government will require Saudi employers to maintain salary deposits to ensure proper wage payments for Indonesian migrant workers. Learn more.
Deputy Minister of Public Works Diana Kusumastuti has confirmed that the Trans-Sumatra Toll Road is ready to use for this year’s Eid Al-Fitr homecoming , despite some sections remaining under construction. Read more.
Minister of Housing Maruarar Sirait will launch a complaint service to address housing-related grievances, ensuring stronger consumer protection. Learn more.
Minister of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) Erick Thohir is considering changing the status of ANTARA, Peruri,, and Damri, from public corporations (Perum) to limited liability companies (PT).
Minister of Foreign Affairs Sugiono stressed the need for fair and mutually beneficial cooperation in boosting trade and investment between Indonesia and the European Union. Read more.
