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As Indonesia’s consumer market continues to expand, brand owners are increasingly seeking entry into the country. However, navigating the regulatory framework for appointing and operating through
Author
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Callista Putri Bourdeau & Nurul Fatimah Khasbullah
12 Aug 2025
Regulation
Legal and Economic Pathways Under the Indonesia–EU CEPA
The Indonesia–European Union Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IEU-CEPA), following nearly a decade of negotiations, marks a pivotal development in EU–Indonesia economic relations.
Author
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Hendra Setiawan Boen
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Regulation
Regulatory Framework for Halal Certification
Halal certification is regulated by the Indonesian Ulema Council (Majelis Ulama Indonesia/MUI) and enforced by the National Halal Agency (Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Produk Halal/BPJPH).
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Halal Certification
Risk-Based Business Licensing Regulation Reform: What’s New?
Risk-Based Business Licensing, or Perizinan Berusaha Berbasis Risiko (“PBBR”), is a system where the licenses required for a business are determined by the potential risks associated with its
Author
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Callista Putri Bourdeau & Nurul Fatimah Khasbullah
23 Jul 2025
Regulation
Introducing Indonesia’s New Import Policy
On June 30, 2025, the Indonesian Ministry of Trade established Ministerial Regulation No. 16 of 2025 on Import Policy and Regulation (“MR 16/2025”) which will take force on 30 August 2025––60 (sixty)
Author
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Callista Putri Bourdeau & Nurul Fatimah Khasbullah
04 Jul 2025
Import - Export
Constitutional Court Ruling 168
Constitutional Court Ruling on Case Number 168/PUU-XXI/2023 (“Ruling 168”) has altered several provisions in the Indonesian manpower law, as regulated under Law Number 13 of 2003 on Manpower
06 May 2025
Regulation
Understanding Phytosanitary Certificates: Ensuring Safe Plant Exports
In international trade, especially the export of plants, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations is a critical aspect of maintaining global agricultural integrity. One key requirement i
Author
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Kania Aisha Firdausi & Nurul Fatimah Khasbullah
06 Feb 2025
Import - Export
Regulation
Products From Abroad: Mandatory Halal Certification Extended For 2 Years
Effective as of October 18, 2024, the enforcement of mandatory halal certification of certain product categories from abroad will be extended until October 17, 2026. This two-year extension is crucial
04 Nov 2024
Regulation
SIINAS: Revolutionizing Indonesia’s Industrial Sector with a Centralized Data Integration
The Indonesian National Industrial Information System, commonly referred to as "SIINAS" (or Sistem Informasi Industri Nasional), was established in 2020 under the Regulation of the Indonesian Ministry
Author
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Kania Aisha Firdausi, Nurul Khasbullah
03 Sep 2024
Industrial Estates
Regulation
Understanding the Legal Obligations of Investment Activity Reporting in Indonesia
In Indonesia, businesses are subject to stringent regulatory requirements aimed at fostering transparency, accountability, and regulatory compliance. Among these requirements is the submission of
Author
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Nurul Khasbullah
19 Jul 2024
Investment
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