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Archive: 19 June 2025

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Indonesian Industrial Estate Association Calls for Stronger Regulations to Boost Manufacturing Investment

JAKARTA - The Indonesian Industrial Estate Association (HKI) held a National Dialogue entitled “Optimising the Role of Industrial Estates in Strengthening Manufacturing Investment Competitiveness for Job Creation” at the JS Luwansa Hotel, Kuningan, Jakarta, on Thursday, 19 June 2025.

UNCTAD Foreign Investment Figures for Indonesia Fall Far Short of Government Data

JAKARTA — The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has revealed that foreign investment inflows into Indonesia reached Rp363.18 trillion in 2024, a figure far lower than the data released by the Ministry of Investment and Downstreaming/Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM). The data was disclosed in UNCTAD’s World Investment Report 2025, published on Thursday (19/6/2025).

Spatial Planning Integration with OSS Key to Attracting Infrastructure Investment, Says ATR/BPN

Jakarta — Director General of Spatial Planning at the Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency (ATR/BPN), Suyus Windayana, spoke at the thematic forum on Infrastructure Investment Process in Indonesia, held as part of the International Conference on Infrastructure (ICI) 2025 on Wednesday (11/06/2025).

HMS Prince of Wales and KNM Roald Amundsen Arrive in Indo-Pacific, Norwegian Frigate Heading for Indonesia

Carrier Strike Group 25, led by the aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales, has officially commenced operations in the Indo-Pacific, according to a press release from the British Ministry of Defence. The Norwegian frigate KNM Roald Amundsen is sailing alongside the British carrier, together with warships from Canada, Spain and New Zealand. In recent days, the frigate has been docked in Singapore for an extended port call, the Norwegian Navy reported.

Government Affirms OSS as Channel for Tax Incentive Applications Under PP 28/2025

JAKARTA, DDTCNews – Through Government Regulation (PP) 28/2025, the Government has affirmed the role of the Online Single Submission (OSS) system as a channel for business operators to apply for tax incentives. Under Article 188 paragraph (3) of PP 28/2025, the investment facilities subsystem is stipulated as one of seven subsystems within the OSS framework. The investment facilities subsystem can be accessed using authorised credentials.

Thuggery Against Investors in Indonesia Beginning to Subside, Says Deputy Investment Minister

Deputy Minister of Investment and Downstreaming, who also serves as Deputy Head of BKPM, Todotua Pasaribu, stated that thuggery targeting investors in Indonesia has begun to subside. The government is said to be taking firm action to create a safe and comfortable investment climate. “Every week our colleagues from the regional police chiefs provide reports, and the situation has significantly improved,” Todotua told reporters in Jakarta on Thursday.

Investment Facilitation Task Force Nearing Completion, Says Deputy Minister

JAKARTA - Deputy Minister of Investment and Downstream Industries, who also serves as Deputy Head of the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), Todotua Pasaribu, has revealed that the Task Force for Investment Facilitation and Acceleration is in its final stages of establishment.

Deputy Investment Minister Claims Thuggery Disruptions to Investment Activities Declining

JAKARTA - Deputy Minister of Investment and Downstreaming/Deputy Head of the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), Todotua Pasaribu, has claimed that thuggery disruptions to investment activities in Indonesia are now beginning to decline. This was affirmed during the National Conference of the Industrial Estate Association (Munas HKI) on Thursday (19/6/2025). Todotua stated that weekly reports from regional police chiefs indicate improving conditions.

Spatial Planning Integration with OSS Key to Attracting Infrastructure Investment, Says ATR/BPN

Jakarta, Luwuk Times — Director General of Spatial Planning at the Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency (ATR/BPN), Suyus Windayana, spoke at the thematic forum on Infrastructure Investment Process in Indonesia, held as part of the International Conference on Infrastructure (ICI) 2025 on Wednesday (11/06/2025).

BKPM Confirms Sharp Decline in Thuggery Cases Affecting Investors

JAKARTA — Deputy Minister of Investment and Downstreaming/Deputy Head of the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) Todotua Pasaribu has revealed that cases of thuggery (premanisme) disturbing investors have decreased significantly. Although he did not disclose detailed data on the decline, he confirmed the improvement through regular reports submitted by regional police chiefs (Kapolda) across the country.

Thuggery Declines as Government Assures Investment Safety in Indonesia

Deputy Minister of Investment and Downstreaming, who also serves as Deputy Head of BKPM, Todotua Pasaribu, stated that cases of thuggery affecting investors have seen a significant decline in recent weeks. “Every week our colleagues from the regional police chiefs report that conditions have improved considerably,” said Todotua, as quoted by Antara on Thursday (19/6).

Thuggery Cases Disrupting Investors Have Significantly Declined, Says Deputy Investment Minister

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Deputy Minister of Investment and Downstreaming/Deputy Head of the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) Todotua Pasaribu said that cases of thuggery disrupting investors have significantly declined. “Every week our colleagues from the regional police chiefs provide reports, and the situation has greatly improved now,” said Todotua in Jakarta on Thursday. He said the government is firmly cracking down on thuggery problems that disturb the investment climate in the country.

House Commission XII Chair Urges Mining Industry to Adopt Sustainable Practices

Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - Environmental issues in mining practices have once again come under the spotlight. The Chairman of House of Representatives Commission XII, Bambang Patijaya, has advised the mining industry to adopt sustainable practices and avoid triggering conflicts with surrounding communities.

Government Vows to Eradicate Thuggery and Illegal Levies Hindering Investment

JAKARTA — Minister of Industry Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita has affirmed that the government is committed to continuously eliminating practices that obstruct investment flowing into Indonesia. The move is intended to boost domestic investment from both foreign and local sources. “I believe the government under President Prabowo is firmly committed to eradicating anything that damages our investment climate,” said Agus, as quoted from Antara, Jakarta, Thursday (19/6).

Thuggery Cases Disrupting Investors Have Significantly Declined, Says Deputy Investment Minister

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Deputy Minister of Investment and Downstreaming/Deputy Head of the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) Todotua Pasaribu said cases of thuggery disrupting investors have significantly declined. “Every week our colleagues from the regional police chiefs provide reports, and the situation has now significantly improved,” Todotua said in Jakarta on Thursday. He said the government is firmly combating thuggery issues that disrupt the investment climate in the country.

Spatial Planning Integration with OSS Key to Attracting Infrastructure Investment, Says ATR/BPN

JAKARTA — Director General of Spatial Planning at the Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency (ATR/BPN), Suyus Windayana, spoke at the thematic forum on Infrastructure Investment Process in Indonesia, held as part of the International Conference on Infrastructure (ICI) 2025 on Wednesday (11/6/2025).

EU and Indonesia Establish Investment Desk to Strengthen Bilateral Economic Ties

Efforts to strengthen economic relations between Indonesia and the European Union (EU) have entered a new chapter. The EU Delegation to Indonesia and the Ministry of Investment/Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) have officially signed a Cooperation Statement to establish an EU Desk within the Ministry of Investment. The inauguration of the EU Desk marks a strategic commitment from both parties to enhance investment cooperation whilst promoting higher quality and sustainable capital flows.

Alleged Licensing Violations by Agarwood Businesses in Probolinggo Prompt Legislative Hearing

Probolinggo – Alleged licensing violations by eight agarwood processing businesses in Dringu District, Probolinggo Regency, East Java, have come to light. Members of the public organised under the Probolinggo Regency Activist Alliance have voiced their concerns and demanded clarity on the legality of these operations. In response, the Probolinggo Regency Regional Legislative Council (DPRD) facilitated a public hearing on Wednesday (18/6/2025).

Investment Minister Bahlil's Resignation Pledge Over Mining Permit Irregularities Goes Viral

Social media has been set abuzz by a video featuring a striking statement from Investment Minister and Head of the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), Bahlil Lahadalia. In the video uploaded to Instagram, Bahlil declared his readiness to step down from his position if any irregularities were proven in the process of revoking and restoring Mining Business Permits (IUP). The statement was made by Bahlil during a working meeting with Commission VI of the House of Representatives (DPR RI) in 2024.