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TNI deployment to guard prosecutors’ offices sparks constitutional concerns
The deployment of Indonesian Military (TNI) personnel to secure prosecutors’ offices across the country has ignited a hefty wave of criticism, with former Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs, Mahfud MD, warning that the move could breach constitutional boundaries if made permanent.
Indonesia to probe wildlife trafficking linked to money laundering
The Directorate General of Law Enforcement at the Ministry of Environment and Forestry is intensifying efforts to investigate illegal wildlife trade (TSL) in Indonesia, with a focus on its potential connection to money laundering crimes (TPPU).
Government raises CPO export levy to boost downstream industry
Ministry of Finance has raised the export levy on crude palm oil (CPO) from 7.5 percent to 10 percent, a move the government says is aimed at enhancing productivity and adding value to downstream palm oil products, particularly for smallholder farmers.
RI strengthens marine conservation efforts with new nat’l committee, iInitiative
The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the country's vast marine ecosystems by targeting the conservation of 30 percent of Indonesia’s marine area − around 97.5 million hectares (ha) − by the year 2045.
Industry pushes back as govt reaffirms plan to impose excise tax on SSBs
The government’s renewed commitment to impose excise tax on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) this year has sparked concern and resistance from industry players as the policy could severely affect an already weakened sector and miss its public health target.
Govt eyes selective easing of local content rules amid U.S. tariff talks
President Prabowo Subianto has signaled plans to ease Indonesia’s local content (TKDN) regulations and certain import restrictions as part of a broader trade strategy to negotiate with the United States. The potential relaxation comes in response to recent U.S. tariff hikes on Indonesian exports and is aimed at improving Indonesia’s global competitiveness.
Easing of U.S.-China trade war brings mixed impact for Indonesia: Apindo
The Indonesian Employers Association (Apindo) sees the easing of trade tensions between China and the United States as having at least two major implications for Indonesia's economy.
Govt asked to immediately conduct clinical trials of “Bill Gates” TB vaccine
Health Commission IX of the House of Representatives (DPR) asked Minister of Health Budi Gunadi Sadikin to accelerate clinical trials and distribution of the Tuberculosis (TB) vaccine developed with the support of U.S. tycoon Bill Gates.
Income stagnation undermines purchasing power: CORE Indonesia
Amid relatively stable inflation, Indonesia’s declining purchasing power is being primarily driven by stagnating income levels, according to Mohammad Faisal, Executive Director of the Center of Reform on Economics (CORE) Indonesia.
Beverage industry calls for policy synergy amid economic slowdown
The Indonesian soft drink industry has called for coordinated policy measures to maintain sectoral stability in 2025, as early signs of an economic slowdown and weakening consumer demand pose significant challenges to the food and beverage sector.
AHY eyes LVC scheme to lure foreign investors for giant sea wall project
Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY), has announced plans to implement a Land Value Capture (LVC) scheme to attract foreign investment for the ambitious Giant Sea Wall project.
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.