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Indonesia Officially Lodges Application to Join Trans-Pacific Trade Pact
By Sebastian Strangio
Jakarta hopes that membership of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership will help broaden the markets for its exports.
Is Indonesia’s Middle Class Really Shrinking?
By James Guild
Given the lack of universal definitions, measuring a country's middle-class can be a complicated business.
Pilot Freed After 19 Months in Rebel Captivity in Indonesia’s Papua Region
By Niniek Karmini and Charlotte Graham-McLay
Phillip Mark Mehrtens, a 38-year-old pilot from New Zealand, was abducted by rebels from a remote airport in February 2023.
Indonesian President’s Son Defends Private Jet Use to Anti-Corruption Agency
By Sebastian Strangio
Kaesang Pangarep's luxurious trip to the United States has highlighted the privileges enjoyed by the country's political elite.
Indonesia, Vietnam Agree to Move Toward Diplomatic Upgrade
By Sebastian Strangio
Indonesia would become the eighth nation, and the first in ASEAN, to establish a comprehensive strategic partnership with Hanoi.
Defund Indonesia’s Deadly Peat Fires
By Refki Saputra
Massive financial flows from abroad have directly fueled the vast scale of peatland conversion and resulting fires in Indonesia.
Why Ace Hardware Is ‘Leaving’ Indonesia
By James Guild
The country's retail market is not as weak as the move might suggest.
Indonesia’s Shifting Views on Marriage and Babies
By I Dewa Gede Karma Wisana and Diahhadi Setyonaluri
Delayed marriages coupled with the growing aspiration of young people choosing to remain childfree may have a substantial impact on Indonesia's fertility rate.
Indonesia Deports Fugitive Philippine Mayor Accused of Involvement in Cyberscams
By Sebastian Strangio
The extradition brings an end to a months-long manhunt for Alice Guo, the primary subject of a Senate investigation into online gaming and scam operations.
Indonesia’s Biodiesel Push Poses Risks to Palm Oil Supply Chain
By Rafi Adis Subarna
With production stagnating, Jakarta's increasing use of palm oil for biodiesel production could lead to shortages in the global market.
Why Indonesia’s Antam Wants to Acquire a Chinese Nickel Smelter
By James Guild
Jakarta has successfully encouraged foreign firms to invest in nickel processing facilities in the country. Now its own firms are looking for a greater piece of the action.
Relocating Indonesia’s Import Gates: A Shortcut to Help Local Industries Compete
By Fajar Hidayat
Indonesia is considering forcing imports of certain goods to transit through ports in its east – necessitating a lengthy and expensive trip to consumer hubs.