Indonesia continues to position itself as a key destination for foreign investment. The government-led initiatives aim to streamline the business registration in Indonesia and foster a more accessible regulatory framework. Thanks to the partly digitalised Online Single Submission (OSS) system, incorporating a company in Indonesia has become easier and more efficient than ever before. Whether…
Indonesia, Southeast Asia’s largest economy, continues to attract a growing influx of foreign investment due to its expanding consumer market, competitive labor costs, and government-backed pro-business policies. For investors seeking to establish a company in Indonesia as a foreigner, understanding the appropriate corporate structures and the regulatory requirements for company registration in Indonesia is essential.…
Indonesia offers a diverse range of business structures to suit different operational needs, from solo entrepreneurs to corporations. Choosing the correct business entity in Indonesia is essential, as it impacts liability, taxation, ownership rules, and operational flexibility. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the five most common types of companies in Indonesia, explain what each…
Ties in AI Connection Strengthened Between Indonesia and China As They Forge A Digital Partnership Indonesia and China are deepening their ties in digital collaboration. Their first mission? To start focusing on AI connection and the development of smart cities. The two countries are determined to lay the groundwork for a potential AI innovation hub…
Indonesia Launches Sovereign Wealth Fund to Oversee $900 Billion in National Assets Indonesia has launched the Danantara, a new sovereign wealth fund with the goal of managing $900 billion in state-owned assets. Formally known as Daya Angata Nusantara, it’s the second sovereign wealth fund in the country after the Indonesian Investment Authority (INA), which was…
Major Smallholder Business Credit Allocation for Small Businesses in 2025 The Indonesian government has set an ambitious goal of distributing Rp300 trillion (approximately US$18.4 billion) in smallholder business credit (KUR) in 2025. This initiative aims to provide accessible funding for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The government has also allocated Rp48 trillion to ease…
Dear Valued Customers, Welcome to Our March Newsletter 2025 Welcome to the March edition of our newsletter! As we step into a new season full of opportunities and growth, we’re excited to share the latest updates, highlights, and happenings with you. We’ve been very busy across our main hubs like Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and…
Energy and Mining Downstreaming Plan in Place in Indonesia Worth $40 Billion Indonesia has approved $40 billion downstreaming for its energy and mining sector in 2025. It’s an initiative led by the National Downstream and Energy Resilience Task Force. The priority is 21 projects across 26 mining commodities to enhance domestic production and reduce reliance…
Indonesia, Japan Partner for a Sustainable Future with Carbon Trading Agreement In line with the Paris Agreement, which aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and global temperature by reducing climate change, Indonesia and Japan recently signed the Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) for a bilateral carbon trading agreement. The agreement aims to reduce greenhouse gas…
Rate Cuts Expected in 2025 As the Indonesia Economy Grew 5.03% The Indonesian economy grew by 5.03% in 2025. Although this is the country’s slowest expansion in three years, it was successful in maintaining its steady pace. While the country’s growth aligns with expectations, it still seems to fall short of the nation’s ambitious 8%…
