China Navigates Middle East Tensions with Cautious Diplomacy Ahead of Crucial Xi-Trump Summit

Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – Beijing is meticulously threading a needle in the escalating conflict between the United States and Israel bloc and Iran, balancing overt diplomatic engagement with Tehran with…

Foreign Scrutiny Highlights Alarming "Pump-and-Dump" Valuations and Market Integrity Concerns in Indonesia’s Capital Market

Jakarta’s capital market is currently under intense scrutiny from international financial media, notably the Financial Times, which has drawn attention to a troubling phenomenon colloquially known as "saham gorengan" –…

Indonesia Escalates War on Illicit Cigarettes Amidst Pervasive Black Market Presence

The widespread circulation of illegal cigarettes continues to pose a significant challenge across various regions in Indonesia, with these untaxed products readily available in numerous small retail outlets known as…

Indonesia’s Energy Paradox: Leveraging Abundance for Long-Term Resilience Through a National Endowment Fund

Indonesia, often lauded as an energy-rich nation, frequently finds itself grappling with a critical paradox: an abundance of natural resources coexists with persistent vulnerabilities in its long-term energy resilience. This…

ESDM Revises National Electricity Supply Business Plan 2025-2034 for Enhanced Flexibility and Alignment with National Energy Needs

Jakarta, Indonesia – The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) of Indonesia is undertaking a comprehensive review of its Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL) for the 2025-2034 period. This…

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…

Ten Nations Issue Urgent Condemnation Following Killing of UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon Amid Escalating Regional Hostilities

Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – A coalition of ten nations, including Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Japan, has issued a forceful joint condemnation following the tragic killing of United Nations…

Indonesia’s Environmental Fund Relaunches Green Innovation Funding with Enhanced Focus and Strategic Adjustments to Accelerate Low-Carbon Transition

The Indonesian government, through the Environmental Fund Management Agency (BPDLH) under the Ministry of Finance, has announced the reopening of its highly anticipated Innovation and Technology Fund (ITF), marking the…

Parents Criticized for Allowing Children’s Disruptive Tantrums in Economy Class While Occupying First Class Seats

A recent incident aboard a United Airlines flight has ignited a firestorm of criticism directed at both the airline and the parents involved, following allegations that children were allowed to…

Roblox Implements Comprehensive Age-Gating and Content Restrictions Globally Amidst Mounting Regulatory Pressure and Child Safety Concerns

Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – In a significant policy overhaul, Roblox, one of the world’s most popular online entertainment platforms, has announced a new framework mandating age-specific accounts for its younger…

OJK Unveils Sweeping Reforms to Accelerate National 3 Million Homes Program, Bolstering UMKM Access to Housing Finance

Jakarta, Indonesia – The Financial Services Authority (OJK) has announced a robust package of policy reforms and strategic initiatives aimed at significantly accelerating Indonesia’s ambitious national priority program to provide…