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Indonesia Poised to Surpass Vietnam’s 8% Growth with Strategic Structural Gains
An opinion piece highlights Indonesia’s favorable position to outperform Vietnam’s near-8% GDP growth by leveraging its diversified economic foundations, including energy, critical minerals, agriculture, and sectors linked to biodiversity. Analysts suggest that while Vietnam’s growth achievement is notable, its heavy reliance on foreign firms for exports, dependence on imported inputs,…
Indonesia Confident in Reaching Four Million-Ton Rice Reserve Goal in 2026
Indonesia’s Ministry of Agriculture has expressed strong optimism about meeting the 2026 target of absorbing four million tons of government rice reserves. The goal was agreed during a coordination meeting involving the National Logistics Agency (Bulog) and the National Food Agency, emphasizing close collaboration between the central government, Bulog, and…
Toyota Indonesia Navigates Trade Barriers to Protect Latin American Export Markets
Toyota Indonesia is actively working to strengthen and protect its export markets in Latin America as global trade disruptions and geopolitical tensions continue to create challenges for international commerce. The company is engaging with governments and trade partners to address existing trade barriers that could hinder the competitiveness of Indonesian-made…
Three Key Strategies to Drive Indonesia’s Economic Growth Target of 5.6% in 2026
The Great Institute research firm projects that Indonesia's economy could reach a growth rate of 5.3% to 5.6% in 2026, surpassing the government’s official budget assumption of 5.4%. To achieve this optimistic target, economists emphasize that the nation must pivot its focus inward as global trade fragmentation and normalizing commodity…
