Other Briefings
Indonesia Considers an SEZ on Natuna: Investment Prospects, Challenges
The Indonesian government is mulling the prospect of turning the Natuna Regency into a special economic zone.
An Overview of Indonesia’s Geothermal Energy Sector
Indonesia is home to some 40 percent of the world’s geothermal resources, and the sector will be key to the country’s energy sustainability goals.
2023 Foreign Investment Opportunities in Indonesia
Indonesia has been a major recipient of Chinese investment for some time. The country offers opportunities in various sectors including the digital economy, healthcare, and finance, among others.
Indonesia Makes Changes for the Disbursement of Old Age Security Funds
Employees in Indonesia will not have to wait until the age of 56 to withdraw their JHT / old age security funds. We discuss the new criteria.
Indonesia’s President Becomes First Asian Leader to Visit Ukraine and Russia, Since Conflict
Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo became the first Asian leader to visit Ukraine and Russia since the start of the conflict. The President came with a mission to be a peace broker.
Smart Cities Cooperation: Indonesia and Finland
As Indonesia pushes ahead with its ambitious smart cities program, we look at the role Finland can play in this initiative.
Indonesia Ponders Issuing Five Year, Tax Free ‘Digital Nomad’ Visas
Indonesia is pondering whether to issue ‘nomad visas’ to attract digital nomads to work from popular destinations such as the island of Bali.
Comparing Mexico and Indonesia as Manufacturing Hubs for US Investors
We look at the economic and business environment in Mexico and Indonesia and discuss their comparative prospects as an offshore production hub.
Opportunities in Indonesia’s Internet of Things Sector
Indonesia’s Internet of Things market is expected to reach US$30 billion by 2022. Its impact can enhance industrial productivity and reduce operational costs.
Indonesia Bans the Export of Palm Oil, Impacting Global Food Prices
As of April 28, 2022, Indonesia has begun a complete ban on palm oil exports, a move that could threaten global food prices.
