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Indonesia and UAE Strengthen Energy and Investment Cooperation
The Indonesian government and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have recently elevated their partnership in the energy and investment sectors. High-level meetings between Indonesian officials and their UAE counterparts affirmed a shared commitment to advance Indonesia’s clean energy transition and enhance industrial digitalisation. The collaboration includes major renewable-energy projects such…
Indonesia’s Creative Economy Grows Under Prabowo’s Leadership
Under the leadership of President Prabowo Subianto, Indonesia’s creative economy has shown impressive momentum. In 2025 the sector contributed 5.69 percent to national GDP and supported the creation of around 26.4 million jobs. Exports of creative-economy products reached USD 12.89 billion, representing 49 percent of a USD 26.4 billion target.…
Strong Food Safety Could Add IDR 8,000 Trillion to Indonesia’s Economy: BPOM
According to the head of Indonesia’s National Food and Drug Authority (BPOM), reinforcing food-safety protocols can significantly boost the national economy. Current certifications, permits and recommendations issued by BPOM already contribute nearly IDR 6,000 trillion (about USD 370 billion) annually by helping industries expand. BPOM projects that improving processes—such as…
Indonesia Launches IPFO to Attract Global Infrastructure Investment
Indonesia has officially launched the Infrastructure Project Facilitation Office (IPFO) to accelerate infrastructure investment by fostering strategic partnerships between the government, investors, and the private sector. Inaugurated by Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY), the IPFO aims to reduce bureaucratic obstacles and facilitate smoother collaboration…
