Tariff Showdown: How Indonesia and the Philippines Stack Up Globally
The implementation of a 19% import tariff on both Indonesia and the Philippines by the U.S. has raised questions: how…
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Special Train Fares from Jogja Start at Rp45,000 in July 2025
Special train fares from Jogja have returned as of July 2025 and are being enthusiastically welcomed by travelers. PT Kereta…
Rice Prices Surge After Adulteration Scandal: Medium-Grade on the Rise
Medium rice prices have seen a steep increase in recent days, following the shocking discovery of widespread rice adulteration across…
China Cuts Indonesian Coal Imports, Price Slumps
China avoids Indonesian coal in a major energy shift, as its imports from Indonesia plummet sharply in July 2025. This…
Sluggish Indonesian Economy Hampers Job Creation Efforts
The Indonesian economy continues to grow at a pace below the 5% mark, a threshold many economists consider essential for…
Trump Highlights Trade Gap: Indonesian Exports Surge, US Goods Face Barriers
Trump Slams Indonesia Over Trade Imbalance with US Former US President Donald Trump reignited trade tensions by claiming that Indonesian…
Primary School Costs Surge, Outpacing Parents’ Salary Growth
Every year, Elementary school fees continue to increase, putting more pressure on parents. Meanwhile, their salaries do not rise at…
Indonesia Responds: Japan’s 2026 Worker Blacklist Sparks Diplomatic Talks
Indonesia responds to rising concern over Japan’s reported plan to blacklist Indonesian workers in 2026. This news has unsettled many…
Trump’s 19% Import Tariff Could Hit Indonesian Exports
The announcement of a Trump’s 19% import tariff has sent ripples through Indonesia’s trade and manufacturing sectors. As Donald Trump…
Kemendag Budget Cut: Ministry Seeks Rp886B in 2026
Kemendag budget cut of Rp 752 billion prompts a fresh request: the Ministry of Trade (Kemendag) is seeking an additional Rp 886.6 billion for…