Reporter for economic desk.
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![Asuransi Jiwasraya Headquarters in the Harmoni area, Jakarta, February 4, 2019.
TEMPO/Tony Hartawan](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/09/01/869059/869059_400.jpg)
Jiwasraya Customers’ Concern Ahead of Liquidation
The government plans to liquidate Jiwasraya after the settlement of policyholder claims. A massive deficit still hangs over the company.
Economy Edisi : Monday, September 2, 2024
![Vice President-elect Gibran Rakabuming Raka (center) distributes food packages while inspecting a trial of the free nutritious meal program at Klampis Ngasem 3 State Primary School, Surabaya, East Java, August 1. The trial of the free nutritious meal program, funded by the CSR budget of the private company Gojek Indonesia, is part of efforts to reduce malnutrition and prepare Indonesia’s golden generation.
ANTARA/Moch Asim](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/08/25/868548/868548_400.jpg)
The Trial and Budget for Free Nutritious Meal Program
The trial of the free nutritious meal program involves military personnel and private parties. Authorities manage everything from communal kitchens to food distribution.
Economy Edisi : Monday, August 26, 2024
![Illustration by TEMPO/Alvin Siregar](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/08/11/867435/867435_400.jpg)
The Plan to Impose Tax on Sweetened Beverage Products
The government revives plans to impose taxes on sweetened beverages and other food products. There are also plans to implement a color-coded label as a replacement for the tax.
Economy Edisi : Monday, August 12, 2024
![The IKN Solar Power Plant (PLTS) in North Penajam Paser, East Kalimantan, August 1.
ANTARA/Hafidz Mubarak A](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/08/04/866990/866990_400.jpg)
New Regulations on Local Content Requirement in Solar Power Industry
The government revises regulations on solar panel and photovoltaic power station’s local content requirement. Investors are hesitant due to unreasonable requirements.
Economy Edisi : Monday, August 5, 2024
![President Joko Widodo inspects the progress of the construction of the field planned to be used for the 79th Indonesian Independence Day celebration at the Nusantara Capital City (IKN) area, North Penajam Paser Regency, East Kalimantan, June 5.
BPMI Setpres/Rusman](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/07/27/866414/866414_400.jpg)
Jokowi’s Ambitions in Nusantara City
President Jokowi’s plan to move his office to the Nusantara Capital City missed the initial target of July. Water facilities are not yet ready.
Special Report Edisi : Monday, July 29, 2024
![Illustration by TEMPO/Alvin Siregar](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/07/21/865827/865827_400.jpg)
Cosmetic Preservatives in Long-Lasting Bread
Two bread brands are suspected of using a type of preservative that is not allowed in food. It is believed as a way to attack small and medium-scale bread producers.
Economy Edisi : Monday, July 22, 2024
![Illustration by TEMPO/Alvin Siregar](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/07/14/865338/865338_400.jpg)
Indonesia’s Textile Industry Hit by a Flood of Imported Textiles
Mass layoffs hit the textile industry. The latest import regulation triggered a flood of textile imports, causing the local industry to collapse.
Economy Edisi : Monday, July 15, 2024
![President Joko Widodo inspects the progress of the construction of the field planned to be used in the celebration of the 79th Indonesian Independence Day in the IKN, North Penajam Paser Regency, East Kalimantan, June 5.
BPMI Setpres/Rusman](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/07/07/864859/864859_400.jpg)
How the IKN and Free Meal Programs Drain the State Budget
The biggest budget absorbers in 2025 will be the development of the new capital city and the free nutritious meal program. A great number of civil servants will soon relocate.
Economy Edisi : Monday, July 8, 2024
![Visitors look at the helicopters on display at the Heli Expo Asia 2024 at the Cengkareng Heliport, Soekarno-Hatta Airport, Tangerang, Banten, June 26).
ANTARA/Muhammad Iqbal](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/07/01/864403/864403_400.jpg)
Opportunities for the Aviation Industry amidst High Maintenance and Operational Costs
Aviation industry players are strategizing under pressure. Hoping for an upswing to focus on services.
Economy Edisi : Monday, July 1, 2024
![Illustration by TEMPO/Alvin Siregar](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/06/23/863853/863853_400.jpg)
Behind Tokopedia's Mass Layoffs
Tokopedia made significant cuts in its workforce following its business consolidation with TikTok. A consequence of inefficient business operation.
Economy Edisi : Monday, June 24, 2024
![Aerial photo showing part of the residential area experiencing rolling power outages in Pisang village, Padang, West Sumatra, June 5.
ANTARA/Iggoy el Fitra](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/06/16/863384/863384_400.jpg)
Causes of PLN’s Power Outage in Sumatra
State electricity company PLN is investigating the reason for power disturbances in Sumatra. The island still awaits the completion of the Aceh-Lampung high-voltage power line.
Economy Edisi : Monday, June 17, 2024
![Taman Buah Kutabumi 2 Pasarkemis housing complex, Tangerang Regency, Banten, June 5.
TEMPO/Ayu Cipta](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/06/10/862928/862928_400.jpg)
Overlapping Housing Programs in Tapera and BPJS Ketenagakerjaan
Workers and entrepreneurs consider that the Tapera policy overlaps with the MLT program. Developers continue to benefit from both programs.
Economy Edisi : Monday, June 10, 2024
![A cargo ship carrying containers of imported goods enters Tanjung Port, Priok, Jakarta, January 15.
TEMPO/Tony Hartawan](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/06/03/862428/862428_400.jpg)
Complicated Import Regulations
The complicated import regulations is causing congestion at ports. The constantly changing rules do not solve the problem.
Economy Edisi : Monday, June 3, 2024
![A farm worker drying Lengkong garlic at a garlic wholesaler depot in Dangkel village, Temanggung, Central Java, Marcg 26, 2022.
ANTARA/Anis Efizudin](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/05/26/861879/861879_400.jpg)
Low Harvest Causing Garlic High Prices
The volume of garlic harvests in a number of production centers is dwindling. The price hike is becoming more difficult to contain.
Economy Edisi : Monday, May 27, 2024
![Installation of Starlink devices at the office of the General Election Supervisory Agency of Yahukimo Regency, Papua, February 10.
Photo Courtesy of David Sobolim](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/05/19/861345/861345_400.jpg)
Impacts of Better Internet Connection
Last year, Starlink reached government offices, community health clinics, and households in Papua. The company offers fast and stable connection.
Cover Story Edisi : Monday, May 20, 2024
![Illustration by TEMPO/Alvin Siregar](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/05/12/860832/860832_400.jpg)
Finding Dairy Cattle for the Free Milk Program
The government is asking businesses to provide dairy cows for the free milk and lunch program.
Cover Story Edisi : Monday, May 13, 2024
![Livin’ by Mandiri service at Bank Mandiri’s head office in Jakarta, March 8.
TEMPO/Tony Hartawan](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/05/05/860363/860363_400.jpg)
Digital Service Innovations, Big Banks’ Way to Dominate Market
The four big banks that dominate the Indonesian banking market are backed by strong capital and major innovations. Small banks will have an even smaller piece of the pie.
Economy Edisi : Monday, May 6, 2024
![The loading and unloading activity of wheat flour at Sunda Kelapa Port, Jakarta, September 2023.
TEMPO/Tony Hartawan](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/04/29/859925/859925_400.jpg)
How Restrictive Import Regulation Hits Wheat Flour Industry
Import restrictions make it difficult for flour producers to obtain raw ingredients. Regulatory bans and restrictions threaten many industries.
Economy Edisi : Monday, April 29, 2024
![Acting Head of the West Java Health Office Nina Susana (left) at the Sidawangi Lung Hospital in Cirebon Regency, West Java, January 2023.
West Java Health Office Doc.](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/04/14/858840/858840_400.jpg)
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.
Economy Edisi : Monday, April 15, 2024
![A number of vehicles pass through the road development project connecting the industrial area and the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Batam, Riau Islands, March 15.
ANTARA/Teguh Prihatna](https://images-tm.tempo.co/all/2024/03/31/857906/857906_400.jpg)
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.