Indonesia, Japan to Strengthen Trade Cooperation in ASEAN Amid U.S. Tariff Policy
Indonesia and Japan have agreed to deepen trade cooperation within the ASEAN region in response to the United States' reciprocal tariff policies. Learn more.
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Economy
Economy
Indonesia Vessels Maintains Position in Tokyo MoU White List for Fifth Year
Indonesia has maintained its position on the Tokyo MoU White List for five consecutive years, according to the 2024 Port State Control (PSC) Asia-Pacific report,. Learn more.
Economy
Indonesia Ranks 12th Globally in Manufacturing Value Added, Reaching Rp4.26 Quadrillion
Indonesia has emerged as a major global contributor to the manufacturing industry, ranking 12th worldwide in Manufacturing Value Added (MVA) with a value of USD 255.96 billion. Learn more.
Economy
Indonesia, Norway Agree to Strengthen Climate Change Cooperation
ndonesia and Norway have agreed to deepen environmental diplomacy and expand concrete cooperation in addressing climate change, nature conservation, and sustainable development. Learn more.
Economy
Terminal 1F to Serve Low-Cost International Flights by Q1 2026: Minister Erick
Minister of State-Owned Enterprises Erick Thohir confirmed that Terminal 1F at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport will be inaugurated as a dedicated terminal for low-cost international flights in the first quarter of 2026. Learn more.
Economy
Indonesia, U.S. Chambers of Commerce Sign MoU to Boost Bilateral Economic Ties
The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) signed a memorandum of understanding with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C. to boost trade and investment between the two countries. Learn more.
Economy
BPOM Uncovers Rp31.7 Billion Worth of Illegal Cosmetics, a Tenfold Increase from 2024
The Indonesian Food and Drug Authority (BPOM) uncovered over Rp 31.7 billion worth of illegal cosmetics in February 2025, a tenfold increase from 2024. Read more.
Economy
Manpower Minister Hopes Layoff Task Force Finalized by May
Manpower Minister Yassierli raised his optimism on Friday (2/5/2025) that the Layoff Task Force, or locally known as Satgas PHK, initiated by President Prabowo Subianto, will be completed this month. Learn more,
Economy
Indonesia to Reach 4 Million Green Jobs in 2025: Bappenas
The Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas) estimates that green jobs in Indonesia will reach 4 million by the end of 2025, accounting for 2.7% of the national workforce. Learn more.
Economy
Finance Minister Reports Rp 200 Trillion State Revenue Surge in March
Minister of Finance Sri Mulyani Indrawati announced a sharp Rp 200 trillion increase in state revenue in March 2025, signaling economic recovery. Learn more.
Economy
IMF Outlook Won’t Shake Indonesia’s Economic Confidence: State Secretary
State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi said the International Monetary Fund (IMF)’s revised projection of Indonesia’s 2025 growth to 4.7% should not weaken national optimism. Learn more.
Economy
Danantara’s Assets Could Reach $1 Trillion: President Prabowo
President Prabowo Subianto projected that Indonesia’ sovereign wealth fund Danantara’s assets could exceed $1 trillion if managed professionally, transparently, and prudently. Read more.
