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Edisi Monday, April 15, 2024
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Regional Bonds, A New Regional Finance Alternative
The OJK and the Finance Ministry will soon issue a regulation on regional bonds. Some see this as a risky way to increase debt.
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West Java to be the First to Issue Regional Bonds
The West Java government will issue Rp1 trillion in regional bonds. It will be the first province to issue the new financing model.
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Not All Regions Can Issue Bonds
Finance Ministry’s Director-General of Fiscal Balance, Luky Alfirman, explains regional bonds.
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Simple, Quality Regulation for Regional Bonds
Head of the Department of Regulation and Market Development of the Financial Services Authority (OJK) explains regional bonds.
Edisi Thursday, April 4, 2024
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Umrah Business Profits During Ramadan
The number of Indonesian umrah minor pilgrimage travelers grows during the fasting month of Ramadan. The nation’s umrah economic potential has not been fully harnessed.
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How Airlines are Enticing Pilgrims
Airlines are competing for passengers traveling for minor pilgrimage. Different marketing strategies are used by Indonesian and foreign airlines.
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The Growing Independent Umrah in Saudi Arabia
There is growing interest in independently organized minor haj pilgrimage on a backpacker’s budget. Self organizing minor pilgrimage can help lower costs and keep a flexible schedule.
Edisi Monday, April 1, 2024
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Who Benefits from Regulations on Marine Sediment Utilization
Several companies are applying for permits to utilize sediment, including sea sand. Large corporations use landfills for land reclamation areas.
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The Impacts of Sand Dredging in Karimun
The dredging of sea sand triggers abrasion on the coast of the Karimun Regency. Suctioning marine sedimentation will cause further damage.
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Demand of Sea Sand for Construction Projects in Batam
Several projects in Batam are experiencing a shortage of sand supply. Developers cannot immediately utilize marine sediment materials.
Edisi Monday, March 25, 2024
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Government's SOE Strategic Streamlining for Efficiency
The government consolidates state-owned enterprises into around 30 companies to increase efficiency and provide space for the private sector.
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Balancing Financial Health and Debt Risk in State Construction Companies
The government plans to merge several state-owned construction companies, reducing their number to just three. This could spread debt problems among them.
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State Banks Stop Loans to State Construction Companies amid Credit Crunch
State banks stop distributing loans to state construction companies. Government assignment projects are burdening banks.
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Imported Good Restrictions Spark Public Outcry
The Trade Ministry is re-evaluating the regulation on imported goods restrictions, which triggers concerns for travelers and threatens business supply chains.
Edisi Monday, March 18, 2024
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BTN Syariah’s Plan to Acquire Bank Muamalat
BTN Syariah is preparing to acquire Bank Muamalat. It is the latest option to improve the financial health of Bank Muamalat, despite the move being rejected by the MUI.
Edisi Monday, March 11, 2024
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Finding the Budget for Free Lunch Program
Several ministries start to design the free lunch program worth hundreds of trillions of rupiah.
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Balancing Energy Subsidies and Free Lunch Program in Indonesia
The government opens the option of switching energy subsidies for the free lunch program. This threatens poor households.
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School Operational Assistance Fund for the Free Lunch Program
Teachers reject using the school operational assistance fund to finance a planned free lunch program. It can violate the National Education System Law.
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Leveling Up the National Game Industry with Special Funding Initiatives
The government issues a regulation to develop the game industry. There will be a special funding agency.
Edisi Monday, March 4, 2024
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Illegal Levies in the Soaring Price of Rice
The distribution of cheap rice is rife with problems. Unauthorized levies are causing prices to soar.
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State Logistics Agency CEO Bayu Krisnamurthi: We Will Take Action and Impose Sanctions
State Logistics Agency CEO Bayu Krisnamurthi reveals why rice prices are high and stocks are scarce.
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Sealing the Deal on Vale Indonesia's Divestment
MIND ID acquired 14 percent of Vale Indonesia’s shares, becoming the majority shareholder without complete control.
Edisi Monday, February 26, 2024
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The Meat Import Uncertainty
Problems in meat imports indicate the return to the quota regime. Permits are issued late, and the volume allocated is only one-third of what is asked.
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Meat Import Restrictions
The government modified beef import regulations several times. Some led to instances of bribery and corruption.
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Causes of Rice Price Increase
The price of rice continues to rise above its maximum retail price. Supplies are being withheld due to low rice yields.
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Farmers Get No Benefit from Rising Rice Prices
Farmers do not get profits from the soaring price of rice. Yields continue to decline because of technical issues and land conversion.
Edisi Monday, February 19, 2024
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Desperate Measures to Save Whoosh
KAI discontinues a number of Argo Parahyangan train trips to increase passenger occupancy on Whoosh. There are efforts to secure loans from China.
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The Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Train Dilemma, to Go Fast or Go Economical
The Jakarta-Bandung high-speed train is considered less competitive than the Argo Parahyangan regular train service. The company is working to boost its non-passenger revenue.
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KCI’s Plan to Purchase Electric Trains
KCI purchases used trains from China. The price is competitively higher, but the specifications are deemed to be the most suitable.
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Jawa-1 PLTGU Financial and Technical Problems
Operators of the Jawa-1 steam-gas power plant are in a financial strain. Technical problems are slowing down the project’s development.
Edisi Monday, February 12, 2024
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Istaka Karya’s Financial Problems that Led to Its Bankruptcy
Istaka Karya is embroiled in issues arising from a number of its projects. There are overpayments and problematic partners.
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The Victims of Istaka Karya
Istaka Karya project vendors and subcontractors are desperately trying to collect receivables from various projects. Many end up indebted to banks.
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The Risk of Automatic Adjustment of the State Budget for Jokowi’s Social Assistance
The 2024 State Budget’s automatic adjustment funds are redistributed to social assistance programs and fertilizer subsidy. This policy may be in violation of two laws.