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The latest news and information about business in Indonesia.

This Week's Headlines (22-28 August)
The House of Representatives has confirmed Destry Damayanti for the Bank Indonesia (BI) governor position for a full five-year term. Muhammad Misbakhun, chairman of House Commission XI, which oversees
28 Aug 2026
Business News
Economy
Energy
Indonesia-EU Trade Deal Paves Way for Economic Expansion, Though Investment Hurdles Remain
The upcoming Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IEU-CEPA) is positioned to unlock significant economic opportunities for Indonesia.
26 Aug 2026
Agribusiness
Economy
Energy
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This Week’s Headlines (15-21 August)
The Indonesian and German governments are stepping up cooperation in new and renewable energy (NRE), as well as education and vocational training.
21 Aug 2026
Economy
Energy
International Cooperation
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Airlangga Denies US Allegations Calling Indonesia Involved in Transshipment Scandal
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto denied allegations that Indonesia is involved in a global transshipment network used to reroute goods from China to the United States (US)
20 Aug 2026
Economy
Trade
Nusantara Buildout Accelerates as Total Funding Reaches IDR 257.56 Trillion Ahead of 2028 Target
Development of Indonesia’s new capital, Nusantara (IKN), continues with total funding reaching IDR 257.56 trillion (roughly USD 14.44 billion) as the government works toward making the region the coun
19 Aug 2026
Business News