CNBC Indonesia Unveils Top Women Fest 2026: A Celebration of Powerful Women Driving Indonesia’s Economic Future

CNBC Indonesia is set to host its inaugural Top Women Fest 2026, an empowering summit dedicated to recognizing and amplifying the pivotal contributions of Indonesian women across diverse sectors, scheduled…

Indonesia Eyes Property Ownership Rule Overhaul for Foreigners, Sparking Debate and Economic Hopes

The Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency (ATR/BPN) is actively pursuing a significant revision to Government Regulation (PP) No. 41 of 1996, a move poised to reshape…

Domestic Economic Pressures Emerge as President Trump’s ‘Achilles’ Heel’ in Seven-Week Iran Standoff, Forcing Diplomatic Pivot.

The seven-week-long geopolitical confrontation between the United States and Iran has not only sent ripples across global political landscapes but has also starkly illuminated a critical vulnerability for President Donald…

Navigating the Paradox of Coal Dependency and the Imperative for Economic Diversification in Indonesia’s Resource-Rich Regions

The high level of dependency on the coal sector has emerged as a formidable challenge to the economic sustainability of Indonesia’s primary mining regions, particularly as global market dynamics shift…

Indonesia’s Used Car Market Navigates Divergent Fortunes: Luxury Segment Stalls While Mid-to-Low End Thrives Amidst Economic Shifts and EV Competition

Jakarta, Indonesia – The bustling automotive hub of WTC Mangga Dua in North Jakarta, typically a vibrant barometer of Indonesia’s used car market, is currently reflecting a tale of two…

President Jokowi Inaugurates Toraja Airport, Paving the Way for Economic Growth and Enhanced Connectivity

President Joko Widodo officially inaugurated the Toraja Airport on Thursday, March 18, 2021, marking a significant milestone for the Tana Toraja Regency in South Sulawesi. Formerly known as Buntu Kunik…

Sri Lanka Grapples with Triple Shock: Cyclone Ditwah’s Devastation Compounded by Economic Fragility and Global Conflict

Sri Lanka is currently in the throes of a profound humanitarian and economic crisis, grappling with the lingering wounds of Cyclone Ditwah, which struck in November 2025, even as its…

OJK West Java Advocates for Innovative Islamic Finance to Bolster Financial Inclusivity and Economic Resilience

BANDUNG, West Java – The Financial Services Authority (OJK) West Java has issued a strong call for the banking sector, particularly Islamic financial institutions, to embrace innovation and expand their…

The Dark Side of Green Energy Displacement and Economic Despair in the Shadow of the Mentarang Induk Hydropower Project

As twilight fades over the dense rainforests of North Kalimantan, the flickering glow of fireflies provides the only illumination for the residents of Harapan Maju Village. Gathered on a wooden…

Harmonizing Cooperative Regulations Between Central and Regional Governments: A Crucial Step for Indonesia’s Economic Democracy

The urgent need for a comprehensive overhaul and synchronization of cooperative regulations between the central government and regional administrations in Indonesia was vehemently emphasized by Stefanus B.A.N. Liow, Chairman of…

Indonesia’s New Luxury Property Tax Sparks Developer Outcry Amidst Economic Headwinds and Market Uncertainty

A contentious new policy imposing a five percent Income Tax (PPh) on super-luxury properties, effective June 1, 2015, has ignited significant concern and criticism within Indonesia’s real estate sector. The…