JAKARTA - During a recent visit to Shenzhen at the invitation of the Chinese Government, Deputy Chairman of the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR) Eddy Soeparno received complaints from local investors. They raised concerns about thuggery disrupting Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD (Build Your Dreams) at the Subang Smartpolitan industrial estate in West Java. BYD is estimated to be investing a considerable sum — up to Rp11.7 trillion — to commence operations in 2026.

Kendari (ANTARA) — The 61st anniversary celebration of Southeast Sulawesi Province in 2025, held in Kolaka Regency, has had a remarkable impact on the local economic circulation amid public euphoria. Kolaka Regional Legislature (DPRD) Deputy Speaker Syaifullah Halik said on Saturday that the anniversary activities had an extraordinary economic impact on the community, particularly for micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) operators.

JAKARTA - Thuggery conducted under the guise of civic organisations (ormas) has become a spectre haunting foreign investment in Indonesia. Such acts of intimidation have disrupted factory construction activities through illegal levies demanded from factory owners. Most recently, the factory of Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD experienced intimidation by ormas at its facility in Subang, West Java.

The Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) is intensively socialising Government Regulation Number 17 of 2025 on the Implementation of Child Protection in the Digital Space, known as PP Tunas. Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Nezar Patria stated that a shared perception between national digital platform operators and the Ministry is necessary to optimise child protection in digital spaces.

Bank Banten has demonstrated its strong commitment to supporting the Banten Provincial Government’s programmes. Most recently, the bank has been actively collaborating to ensure the success of the Motor Vehicle Tax (PKB) arrears elimination programme for 2024 and prior years. Head of Bank Banten’s Serang Sub-Branch Office, M.

MAKASSAR — Gatot Subyargo Wijayadi of the Ministry of Investment/BKPM has once again emphasised the importance of project clarity and regional government commitment in attracting investment, particularly in South Sulawesi. He made the remarks when met at the South Sulawesi Governor’s office on Friday, 25 April 2025. Gatot highlighted the need for supportive regulations and South Sulawesi’s significant potential as a draw for private investors.

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (Indosat/IOH) held the Indonesia AI Day for Mining Industry as part of its commitment to supporting the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in the mining sector. The event carried the theme “Navigating the Future of Indonesia’s Mining Industry” and was attended by industry players, regulators, and global technology partners. Minister of Investment and Downstreaming/Head of BKPM, Rosan Roeslani, expressed his appreciation for the initiative.

Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has highlighted a number of issues it characterises as non-tariff barriers imposed by Indonesia. In its annual 2025 National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers, the USTR stated that Indonesia’s import licensing system continues to be a significant non-tariff barrier for US businesses, owing to numerous overlapping licensing requirements that complicate market access.

PONOROGO – The licensing enforcement task force of Ponorogo Regency has conducted an operation to forcibly cut fibre optic internet network cables identified as illegal. The first such enforcement action took place on Jalan Menur, Ronowijayan Sub-district. Acting Head of the Ponorogo Regency Investment and One-Stop Integrated Services Agency (DPMPTSP), Etik Mudarifah, said the operation was carried out as part of efforts to improve urban tidiness.

Batam — The presence of PT Pegaunihan Technology Indonesia in the Batamindo Industrial Estate, Muka Kuning, officially commenced with a grand opening ceremony on Thursday (24/04/2025). The event was marked by a ribbon-cutting by the Coordinating Minister for Law, Human Rights, Immigration and Corrections, Yusril Ihza Mahendra. Batam Mayor Amsakar Achmad, represented by Batam City Secretary Jefridin, expressed his appreciation and full support for the establishment of the company.

The Batam City Government and BP Batam continue to drive strategic investment through streamlined licensing, including OSS (Online Single Submission) and IBOSS (Indonesia Batam OSS). These services enable investors to process permits online in a fast and transparent manner.