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Textile Industries’ Predicaments
Textile industries seek a special waging policy. They fear being unable to pay minimum wages amid low demand.
Cover Story Edisi : Monday, December 2, 2024
Taking Over Agriculture SOEs
Agriculture Minister Amran Sulaiman aims to take control of state-owned enterprises in the agriculture and food sectors in an attempt to orchestrate food self-sufficiency.
Economy Edisi : Monday, November 25, 2024
MSME Debts Write-Offs
The government’s policy of allowing MSME loans write-offs under certain conditions is deemed prone to moral hazard and misuse.
Economy Edisi : Monday, November 18, 2024
The Long Road to State Companies Super-holding
The plan for a super-holding for state-owned enterprises dates back to the New Order era. The SOEs Ministry will be replaced by a giant corporation.
Cover Story Edisi : Monday, November 11, 2024
The Fall of Textile Factories
After Sritex, other major textile companies are also collapsing. Incentives and support are needed to curb imported goods.
Economy Edisi : Monday, November 4, 2024
Concerns over Mandatory Halal Certification
Entrepreneurs are pressured by the mandatory halal certification regulations. The costs associated with obtaining halal labels are considered expensive, and the procedures are complicated.
Economy Edisi : Monday, October 28, 2024
Jokowi’s Debt Legacy Burden on State-Owned Enterprises
The Joko Widodo administration leaves a heavy burden for state-owned enterprises. Many projects result in big debts.
Cover Story Edisi : Monday, October 21, 2024
VIVA’s Maneuvers on the Brink of Bankruptcy
VIVA Group is facing a restructuring process under a debt payment suspension scheme and is threatened with bankruptcy. There are maneuvers to lobby creditors and reduce debt.
Economy Edisi : Monday, October 7, 2024
Concerns Regarding Sea Sand Export Policy
The demand for sea sand continues to increase, driven by the growth of infrastructure, construction, and the glass and solar panel industries.
Cover Story Edisi : Monday, September 30, 2024
Behind the Coup in Kadin
Anindya Bakrie ousts Arsjad Rasjid from the position of General Chair of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin). The Palace’s support shifted.
Economy Edisi : Monday, September 23, 2024
Controversial Power Wheeling Articles in New and Renewable Energy Bill
Articles on power wheeling prevent the legislation of a New and Renewable Energy Bill. State electricity company PLN’s unique position could be left precarious.
Cover Story Edisi : Monday, September 16, 2024
Capital Injections in Gibran and Kaesang’s Startups
Startups owned by Gibran Rakabuming Raka and Kaesang Pangarep are flooded with venture capital injections. Assisted by a presidential advisor.
Economy Edisi : Monday, September 9, 2024
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.