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Toyota Explores IDR 5 Trillion Bioethanol Investment in Indonesia, Targets Production by 2028
Japanese automotive company Toyota Motor Asia is reportedly exploring an investment partnership with a subsidiary of PT Pertamina to develop bioethanol in Indonesia. The project is estimated to be
21 Apr 2026
Automotive
Business News
Energy
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This Week's Headlines (April 11-17, 2026)
This Week: RI Draws Investors Fleeing Middle East, Minister Claims, Eyes Russian Oil While Balancing US Partnership, and Eyes Fertilizer Exports to India on 1.5 Million-Ton Surplus.
17 Apr 2026
Energy
Export & Import
International Cooperation
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Indonesia’s External Debt Reaches IDR 7,488 Trillion, Loans from China Records Highest Increase
Indonesia’s external debt (ULN) rose to USD 437.9 billion, equivalent to IDR 7,488 trillion (assuming an exchange rate of IDR 17,100 per USD) as of February 2026, according to Bank Indonesia, marking
16 Apr 2026
Business News
Economy
Financial
IMF Cuts Global Growth Outlook to 3.1%, Indonesia Forecast at 5% in 2026
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised down its global economic growth forecast, projecting expansion of 3.1% in 2026, as rising energy prices and uncertainty linked to the Middle East
15 Apr 2026
Business News
Economy
Financial
Prabowo, Putin Discuss Energy and Downstream Industry in Five-Hour Kremlin Meeting
President Prabowo Subianto and President Vladimir Putin held a five-hour meeting at the Kremlin, agreeing on long-term cooperation in energy and mineral resources while expanding bilateral ties.
14 Apr 2026
Economy
Energy
International Cooperation