Indonesia’s Peatland Crisis: A Decades-Long Legacy of Industrial Expansion and Policy Failures Threatens Global Climate Goals
The ecological integrity of Indonesia’s peatland ecosystems has reached a critical tipping point, characterized by a massive and structured reduction in territory driven by decades of industrial monoculture expansion and…
Indonesia’s OECD Accession Enters Technical Review Phase Amid High Global Enthusiasm and Strategic Policy Push
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – Indonesia’s bid to join the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has officially entered the crucial technical review stage, marking a significant milestone in its…
Indonesia’s Super-Luxury Property Tax Policy Sparks Industry Outcry Amidst Economic Headwinds
Indonesia’s property sector braced for significant headwinds following the government’s decision to implement a new five percent income tax (PPh) on "super-luxury" properties, effective June 1, 2015. This policy, which…
Navigating Indonesia’s Property Policy Landscape: An In-Depth Look at LTV and Inden Regulations
Indonesia’s property sector finds itself at a critical juncture, caught in a delicate balance between the government’s ambitious vision for market stability and consumer protection, and the practical challenges faced…
Jakarta Transportation Agency Announces Suspension of Ganjil Genap Traffic Policy for Idul Adha 2026 Holidays
The Jakarta Provincial Government, through the Jakarta Transportation Agency (Dishub DKI Jakarta), has officially confirmed that the Odd-Even (Ganjil-Genap) traffic restriction policy will be temporarily lifted on Wednesday, May 27,…
Navigating Indonesia’s Property Policy Crossroads: The Dual Impact of LTV and Inden Regulations on Developers and Consumers
The landscape of Indonesia’s property development sector is currently at a critical juncture, grappling with government policies designed to foster stability and protect consumers, yet simultaneously drawing sharp criticism from…
National Holiday Driving License Renewal Policy and the Regulatory Framework for Motorists in Indonesia for May 2026
The Indonesian National Police Traffic Corps (Korlantas Polri) has formalized the administrative procedures and holiday dispensations regarding the validity of driving licenses, known locally as Surat Izin Mengemudi (SIM), specifically…
Government Property Tax Policy Sparks Controversy as Luxury Threshold Adjustment Threatens Market Stability
The Indonesian government’s new property tax policy, specifically the imposition of a 5% Income Tax (PPh) on "super-luxury" properties effective June 1, 2015, has ignited significant debate and concern within…
Indonesian Youth Demand Climate Justice and Policy Reform in Symbolic Earth Day Protest at National Parliament
The government speaks from the podium, claiming that disaster management is under control and that recovery efforts have reached completion, yet for those living in makeshift tents, safety remains a…
Indonesian Government’s Super-Luxury Property Tax Policy Sparks Industry Concern, Deemed Counterproductive
A new policy imposing a five percent income tax (PPh) on "super-luxury" properties in Indonesia, set to take effect on June 1, 2015, has ignited significant concern within the nation’s…
Thailand Will Abolish 60-Day Visa Exemption Policy to Enhance Tourist Selection
Bangkok, Thailand – April 30, 2026 – The Thai government is poised to dismantle its long-standing 60-day visa exemption policy for international travelers, a strategic move aimed at rigorously screening…

















