Indonesia’s Increasing Domestic Demand for LNG Indonesia, a major global exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG), is contemplating a ban on LNG exports to address its rapidly growing domestic demand. The Chief Investment Minister, Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, revealed this plan during a conference in Jakarta, emphasizing the necessity of prioritizing…
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With the aim of making the sector of creative economy products as the primary source of exports, Indonesia is strategically targeting pilgrims in Saudi Arabia. The creative economy, driven by fashion, crafts, and culinary products, accounted for 7.8 percent of Indonesia’s GDP in 2022, with export value exceeding $25 billion…
Indonesia’s Downstream Ambitions for EV Industry Indonesia has attracted a consortium led by Glencore, the mining giant, and other British firms to invest approximately $9 billion in the country’s mining and electric vehicle (EV) battery sectors. As the nation with the world’s largest nickel reserves, Indonesia is eager to develop…
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Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) aims to reduce carbon emissions and achieve net zero by 2060. Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN), the Indonesian state utility, has announced its intention to seek a $700 million investment to install a 200-megawatt (MW) solar panel system. This initiative aims to replace diesel power generators, contributing to the company’s ambitious goal of reducing carbon emissions and achieving net zero by 2060. The plan is part of…
TPNPB-OPM’s New Video Surfaces, Highlighting Hostage Situation Months have passed since the abduction of Phillip Merthens, a New Zealand-born pilot, in Nduga, West Papua by the West Papua Liberation Army, also known as TPNPB. The armed group, an offshoot of the Papua Liberation Army Movement (OPM), recently released a video showcasing the hostage and their demands. (Read Also: Rebels Threaten to Shoot New Zealand Pilot Held Hostage in Papua, Indonesia,…
Indonesia’s Anti-Monopoly Agency Orders Fines on Cooking Oil Companies for Sales Restrictions
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Investigation and Penalties Imposed by KPPU Indonesia’s anti-monopoly agency, the KPPU, has issued fines of up to $2.8 million to seven cooking oil companies for restricting sales during a period of scarce supplies last year. The investigation was initiated by the KPPU in response to the Indonesian government’s temporary price cap on retail prices and subsequent export ban on palm oil, the country’s primary cooking oil source. Out of the…
In a new video released by rebels in Indonesia’s Papua region, Phillip Mehrtens, a New Zealand pilot held hostage since February, is seen surrounded by Papuan fighters wielding assault rifles. The rebels, who seek to liberate Papua from Indonesian control, demand that countries engage in independence talks within two months. Failure to comply would result in Mehrtens being shot, according to the video. Hostage Pleads for International Dialogue on Papuan Independence The video shows Mehrtens, visibly frail and holding the…
Suspects Accused of Fatally Assaulting Indonesian Man and Attacking Indian National The Denpasar Police in Bali have arrested two Indian nationals on charges of murdering an Indonesian man and assaulting another Indian national. The suspects were apprehended at Ngurah Rai International Airport while allegedly attempting to flee the country. According to authorities, the two 21-year-old suspects are accused of killing a 39-year-old Indonesian man after a series of altercations at the victim’s residence on Jl. Tukad Bilok in Sanur Kauh.…
Indonesian police are delving into a heartbreaking case involving a Chinese couple who were found lifeless, naked, and covered in blood at a hotel in Bali. The initial investigation suggests that the boyfriend, identified as Lhi Chiming, 25, inflicted fatal harm on his girlfriend, Cheng Jianan, 22, before tragically taking his own life. The crime scene analysis, coupled with surveillance footage from nearby hotels, reveals a series of arguments and fights leading up to the harrowing event. (Read Also: Man…
Foxconn Expands iPhone Manufacturing Operations in Karnataka Apple Inc supplier Foxconn has announced plans to commence iPhone manufacturing in the southern state of Karnataka by April 2024, according to a statement by the state government on Thursday. The government confirmed that the land for the factory will be handed over to Foxconn by July 1, marking a significant development for the region’s manufacturing sector. The expansion of iPhone manufacturing operations in Karnataka highlights the state’s growing importance as a key…
Corruption Investigation against Communication Minister Johnny G. Plate: A Fight for National Interests and Accountability
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In a significant development, the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has asserted that the ongoing corruption investigation involving Communication and Informatics Minister Johnny G. Plate is purely an act of law enforcement aimed at protecting national interests and preventing the misappropriation of state assets. The statement came shortly after the minister was named a suspect and detained by prosecutors for his alleged involvement in a graft scandal related to the procurement of telecommunication towers and 4G internet infrastructure. Upholding the Rule…
Indonesia’s Emergence as an Investment Hotspot In recent years, Indonesia has emerged as a compelling investment destination, attracting global attention due to its stable economy and enticing risk-reward ratios. Amid rising geopolitical tensions and trade disputes between major economies, investors are increasingly seeking alternative markets that offer higher growth rates. As a result, Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund, the Indonesian Investment Authority (INA), has gained momentum and is poised to boost its spending this year, presenting abundant opportunities for investors looking…
President Joko Widodo, popularly known as Jokowi, continues to demonstrate his commitment to citizen engagement through the power of social media. During his inspection of damaged roads in North Labuhanbatu District, North Sumatra, the President announced that he had received an overwhelming response from the public regarding the state of roads across the country. Through his Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook accounts, President Widodo acknowledged approximately 7,400 reported locations of damaged roads. This initiative showcases his dedication to addressing public grievances…
Shockwaves as Cabinet Member Johnny Plate is Detained for Corruption Charges Communication and Informatics Minister Johnny Plate found himself in the eye of a storm on Wednesday when he was detained by prosecutors from the Attorney General’s Office. In a rare move that has sent shockwaves throughout the political landscape, an active cabinet member has been implicated in corruption charges. The allegations against Johnny Plate are centered around bribery related to the procurement of telecommunication towers and internet infrastructure within…