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News and information about business as well as COVID-19 developments in Indonesia.

Sea Toll, Maritime initiatives continue to drive Indonesia’s shipbuilding sector
In 2020, the maritime industry contributed 11.3% to Indonesia’s total GDP and is expected to grow up to 12.5% by 2045. Given the extensive scope of Indonesia's maritime sector, its significance
17 Jan 2024
Logistics & Transports
Maritime
This Week’s Headlines (Jan. 6 - 12, 2024)
Business-Indonesia This Week’s Headlines Issue #103
12 Jan 2024
Economy
International Cooperation
Logistics & Transports
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BYD, Vinfast, rouses up EV competition in Indonesia
It may be noted that BYD has also expressed its long-term commitment to expanding its business expansion in Indonesia. The company is currently having ongoing negotiations with the Indonesian
10 Jan 2024
Electric Vehicles
This Week's Headlines (Dec. 30, 2023 - Jan 5, 2023)
Business-Indonesia This Week's Headlines Issue #102
05 Jan 2024
Economy
International Cooperation
Manufacturing
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Indonesia imposes 10% tax on e-cigarettes
A new regulation imposing a 10% tax on electronic cigarettes or e-cigarettes has been enacted by the Indonesian Ministry of Finance, effective from January 1, 2024.  As stipulated by Minister of
04 Jan 2024
Regulation