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Indonesia Eyes Australian Lithium to Boost EV Battery Ambitions
Indonesia is intensifying efforts to secure lithium imports from Australia as part of its strategy to become a global hub for electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing. The move aims to fill a
06 Aug 2025
Business News
Energy
Energy Transition
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Indonesia’s Economy Grows 5.12% in Q2 2025, Driven by Exports and Consumption
Statistics Indonesia (BPS) recorded Indonesia’s economic growth in the second quarter of 2025 at 5.12% year-on-year, rising from 5.05% in the same period last year. This figure reflects a continue
05 Aug 2025
Business News
Economy
Export & Import
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This Week’s Headlines (Jul. 26 - Aug. 1, 2025)
Business-Indonesia This Week's Headlines Issue #172
01 Aug 2025
Economy
Export & Import
International Cooperation
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Vale Indonesia Begins Construction of Pomalaa Nickel Project in Southeast Sulawesi
PT Vale Indonesia Tbk has officially commenced the construction phase of infrastructure for the Indonesia Growth Project (IGP) in Pomalaa, Kolaka Regency, Southeast Sulawesi.
31 Jul 2025
Business News
Infrastructure
Indonesia to Speed Up FTA Talks with Multiple Countries Ahead of US Trade Deal
The Indonesian government is accelerating the finalization of key trade agreements to reduce tariffs and broaden export market access, amid looming import duties from the United States.
30 Jul 2025
Business News
Economy
International Cooperation
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