Indonesia’s Property Policy Tug-of-War: Balancing Developer Interests, Consumer Protection, and Market Stability Amidst LTV and Indent Restrictions

The landscape of Indonesia’s property sector continues to be shaped by a complex interplay of government policies, with developers frequently asserting that regulatory frameworks, particularly those pertaining to pre-sales and…

Indonesia Navigates a Significant Shift in Electric Vehicle Policy as New Regulations Signal the End of Total Tax Exemptions for Battery-Powered Cars

The landscape for electric vehicle (EV) ownership in Indonesia is undergoing a fundamental regulatory transformation as the government prepares to transition from a period of total tax exemptions to a…

National Fishermen Day 2026 Highlights a Multidimensional Crisis for Indonesia’s Small-Scale Fishers Amidst Climate Change and Policy Gaps

Every April 6, Indonesia commemorates National Fishermen’s Day, a date intended to honor the contributions of the millions who brave the seas to provide the nation’s primary source of protein.…

Indonesia’s Property Sector Grapples with Policy Tensions: Consumer Protection vs. Developer Financing Challenges Amidst LTV and Inden Ban Debates

The Indonesian government’s policies aimed at fostering the domestic property business are facing scrutiny, with many industry players contending that the regulatory framework does not fully support their operational needs.…

Indonesia Property Watch Raises Alarm Over New Super-Luxury Property Tax Policy

The Indonesian government’s new policy imposing a 5 percent Income Tax (PPh) on properties categorized as "super-luxury," effective June 1, 2015, is facing strong criticism from key stakeholders in the…

Bangka Belitung Regional Office of Ministry of Law and Human Rights Organizes Forum to Elevate Public Policy Quality

PANGKALPINANG – The Regional Office of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights (Kanwil Kemenkumham) for Bangka Belitung Islands Province recently convened a pivotal Policy Communication Forum (FKK) aimed at…

The Challenge of Accelerating Customary Forest Recognition in Indonesia a Strategic Analysis of Policy Hurdles and Future Prospects

The Indonesian Ministry of Forestry has embarked on a high-stakes mission to overhaul the legal recognition of customary forests, aiming to condense a decade’s worth of administrative progress into a…

KAI Implements Full Refund Policy and Alternative Transport Amidst Sasaksaat Landslide Disruptions

PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) Daerah Operasi (Daop) 2 Bandung has confirmed a 100 percent refund policy for all passengers impacted by the significant disruption to train services following a…

PT Taspen Commences Repayment of Civil Servant Housing Savings (Taperum PNS) Amidst Significant Policy Overhaul for Retirees

PT Taspen (Persero), Indonesia’s state-owned enterprise entrusted with managing social insurance for civil servants and state officials, has officially announced the commencement of repayments for the Civil Servant Housing Savings…

International Olympic Committee Implements Strict New Policy Barring Transgender Women from Women’s Olympic Categories Starting 2028

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has formally announced a significant policy shift, prohibiting transgender women from competing in the women’s category at the Olympic Games, effective from the Los Angeles…

CNN Indonesia Responds to Media Guidelines and Copyright Concerns with Comprehensive Policy Update

CNN Indonesia has issued a comprehensive update to its media guidelines and copyright policies, addressing concerns surrounding the republication of content and ensuring adherence to international standards. The announcement, made…