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The Government of Indonesia has set a maximum increase of 13% for domestic airline ticket prices, following a rise in aviation fuel costs. The policy allows airlines to raise fares within a range of 9 to 13%. Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto said the government has introduced several measures to keep fare increases […]

Indonesia is a cultural melting pot and draws a diverse range of expatriates from all over the world. While the expat lifestyle can be exciting, starting a new life in a foreign country can also be daunting, particularly when building new social and professional networks. In recent years, Indonesian expat networking has emerged as a popular […]

Indonesia Fuel Price Increase in Focus Amid Surge in Global Oil and Gasoline Markets The prospect of an Indonesia fuel price increase in April 2026 is under close scrutiny as global oil prices continue to rise and the rupiah weakens against the US dollar. These combined factors are increasing pressure on domestic energy costs, particularly […]

Global Energy Crisis Intensifies Amid Iran Conflict, Prompting Policy Responses Across Asia The global energy crisis is deepening following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route responsible for transporting around 20 per cent of the world’s daily oil supply. The disruption, which began on Saturday (28 February), has significantly affected global […]

The government has confirmed plans to introduce a work-from-home (WFH) policy for civil servants and encourage similar arrangements in the private sector after the holiday period, in a move aimed at improving energy efficiency amid rising global oil prices. The measure will apply only one day a week and will not cover sectors that require […]

Indonesia’s tourism industry continues to show strong momentum in 2026, but global uncertainties are prompting the government and industry players to rethink how the sector moves forward. In 2025, Indonesia welcomed 15.39 million international visitors, generating around US$18.27 billion in foreign exchange earnings and contributing Rp945.7 trillion, or 3.97 percent of the country’s GDP, according […]

Indonesia currently has fuel reserves that can last for around 20 days, according to the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Bahlil Lahadalia. “Currently, fuel reserves are still 20 days,” Bahlil said, as quoted by Kontan. He said the reserves are sufficient to meet domestic fuel needs for now, despite rising concerns over the conflict […]

Technology company Apple has launched the MacBook Neo, its latest laptop, with a starting price of US$599 (approximately IDR 10.1 million based on an exchange rate of IDR 16,800). The announcement was made on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. Apple also offers a 12-month instalment plan, allowing buyers to pay US$49.91 per month (around IDR 842,000). […]

Jakarta, Indonesia — 2025 Standing tall in Jakarta’s skyline since 1996, Wisma 46 Kota BNI has long been an architectural icon. Today, it’s also a symbol of sustainability, officially recognized with the GreenShip Existing Building Gold Certification from the Green Building Council Indonesia (GBC Indonesia).This recognition affirms Wisma 46’s success in applying sustainable “green building” […]

The Indonesian government is preparing to redenominate the rupiah by simplifying its nominal value, with Rp1,000 to become Rp1. The plan is detailed in the Ministry of Finance’s 2025–2029 Strategic Plan, under Minister of Finance Regulation (PMK) Number 70 of 2025, issued on 10 October 2025. The regulation, signed by Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, […]