Indonesia’s Updated Vat System for Cross-Border Digital Services

Indonesia has overhauled its VAT framework for cross-border digital transactions, creating a new compliance landscape for foreign investors and digital service providers. The updated system introduces a centralized collection mechanism to ensure...

Indonesia set to raise crypto transaction tax for exchanges, by how much?

The Indonesian government plans to raise taxes on cryptocurrency transactions, effective immediately starting from August 1. The new law will apply to overseas exchanges, domestic exchanges and more. Summary Starting in August, Indonesia will...

Indonesia to Issue Kangaroo Bond in August, Says Sri Mulyani

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The government plans to issue Kangaroo Bonds, which are Indonesian debt securities denominated in Australian dollars. According to Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati, the foreign currency bonds will be issued next month....

Indonesia's Oil Lifting Surpasses 2025 State Budget Target, Says Minister

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia announced on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, that Indonesia's oil lifting had reached 608 thousand barrels per day (bpd), surpassing the State Budget target of 605 thousand...

Jakarta Government Explores Revitalizing River Transportation

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Jakarta Transportation Agency is currently studying the possibility of reinstating river transportation in the capital city. River transportation, or a waterway system, was previously operated in 2007 during the era of...

Kongsberg Maritime Expands in Indonesia with Two New Offices

Kongsberg Maritime, one of the world’s leading providers of maritime technology solutions, has announced the opening of two new offices in Indonesia, located in Jakarta and Batam. This strategic expansion reflects the company’s commitment to...

South Jakarta prosecutors detain three in TaniHub graft probe

he South Jakarta District Attorney’s Office (DAO) has detained three individuals as part of an expanding investigation into alleged corruption and money laundering involving the now-defunct agritech start-up, PT Tani Group Indonesia (TaniHub). The...

Chief Minister: Jakarta meeting beneficial for Sabah

Chief Minister: Jakarta meeting beneficial for Sabah Published on: Thursday, July 31, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jul 31, 2025 Text Size: Dark Mode: Off Hajiji said the Ambalat issue was not discussed specifically during the meeting, as it falls under...

Venezuela and Indonesia Forge Stronger Bonds: New Ambassador Ushers in Era of Strategic Cooperation

Bolivarian Venezuela and Indonesia deepen diplomatic relations with ambassador’s arrival. Photo: Presidential Press. July 30, 2025 Hour: 6:43 pm Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro received credentials from Indonesia’s new ambassador, Firky...

Becirovic and Sitompul highlight Strong Bilateral Ties between BiH and Indonesia

Member of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), Denis Becirovic, received the Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to BiH, Manahan M.P. Sitompul, on an inaugural visit. Ambassador Sitompul conveyed expressions of support from the...

Will TaniHub case herald new accountability era for Indonesia’s startups?

AFF U-23 Cup Winners History: Vietnam's Hat Trick, Indonesia's Two-Time Silver

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Vietnam’s national under-23 football team made history once again by winning the 2025 AFF U-23 Cup. In the final held at Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium in Jakarta on Tuesday, July 29, Vietnam defeated host nation Indonesia 1-0...

Arya Properties Sets A New Standard For World-Class Villas & Resorts, Transforming Property Investment In Eastern Indonesia

(MENAFN- GetNews) Arya Properties may still be a new name for many, but this Bali-based developer is quickly emerging as one of the most dynamic forces in property and resort development across Eastern Indonesia. With standout projects in Sumba,...

Indonesia's Elang Hitam surveillance UAV makes maiden flight

A screen-grab from a PTDI video showing the maiden flight of its Elang Hitam UAV at West Java International Airport (BIJB) in Majalengka on 28 July. (PTDI) Indonesian state-owned aerospace company PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) announced on 29...

US Man On Trial In Indonesia For Allegedly Selling Porn Videos Online

LOADINGERROR LOADING JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — A trial began Wednesday in Indonesia against an American man accused of misusing his tourist visa by producing and selling pornographic videos online. The trial at the South Jakarta District Court was...

Indonesia plans fresh stimulus for Xmas, New Year holidays

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati has announced that the government is preparing a new economic stimulus package ahead of the Christmas 2025 and New Year 2026 holiday season. “The holiday season stimulus is currently being...

MNC Group partners with Friend MTS to tackle piracy in Indonesia

Friend MTS (FMTS), an anti-piracy provider in media, sports, and entertainment, has announced it is partnering with MNC Media & Entertainment to implement anti-piracy strategies and services for its video streaming platform, VISION+. FMTS’...

Indonesia to Raise Crypto Transaction Taxes While U.S. Looks to Cut Them

## Indonesia and U.S. Crypto Tax Regulations Update ### Introduction Indonesia and the United States are making significant changes to their crypto transaction tax regulations, each taking a different approach towards managing crypto revenues....

PH’s Christian Bautista teams up with Indonesia’s Raisa

Asia’s Romantic Balladeer, Christian Bautista, has dropped his long-awaited single, “Rainbow,” out now via his new record label, Sony Music Entertainment. The heartfelt duet, featuring Indonesian singer-songwriter Raisa, reimagines the South...

Indonesia to double crypto transaction taxes, scrap VAT for buyers starting August

Key Takeaways Indonesia will double crypto transaction taxes and remove VAT for buyers starting August 1. Crypto assets in Indonesia are now classified as financial assets rather than commodities. Share this article Indonesia will double taxes on...