On November 5, Indonesia’s Statistics Agency (BPS) reported that the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew 5.47% year-on-year in the third quarter of 2026. The figure was above the 5.29% recorded in the second quarter and the 5.18% forecast in a Reuters poll.
Category: Indonesia
SEAcret Gatherings Connects Young Professionals Through Indonesia–Singapore Career Conversations
On 31 October, young professionals gathered in Jakarta for SEAcret Gatherings, a networking event exploring cross-border career opportunities under the theme “Career That Cross the SEA: From Indonesia to Singapore and Beyond”.
“Not A New Levy,” Indonesian Tax Chief Clarifies Hashim’s Claim
The Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) on November 2 issued an official notice to clarify Indonesian public concern regarding the upcoming implementation of “digital tax”, stating that it is merely an adjustment to an existing tax collection mechanism, rather than a new levy.
Indonesian Film to Depict Muhammadiyah Founder’s Childhood
Indonesian historical cinema is exploring new ways to tell familiar stories, including by looking beyond the defining achievements of prominent figures.
Waves of Weave Showcases Southeast Asia’s Rich Textile Heritage
On October 26, Jakarta Fashion Week (JFW) and its partners launched Waves of Weave, a cultural exhibition exploring Southeast Asia’s textile traditions and their role in shaping regional identities.
“Not an Opponent to Topple, but a Referee to Listen To”, Expert Takes on MSCI’s Indonesia Downgrade Threat
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, in his address to the Plenary Cabinet Meeting on October 21, declared that the country is not afraid and will not be intimidated by MSCI. “They are trying to scare us,” he told his ministers.
Indonesia Wildfires Prompt Protests Over Haze and Public Health
On October 20, protests spread across several Indonesian cities over forest fires and toxic haze that have affected public health for weeks, putting renewed pressure on Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s government as it marked its second year in office.
Can Indonesia Grow Its Palm Oil Sector Without Consuming Its Future?
The future of Indonesian palm oil should not be reduced to a choice between economic development and environmental protection. The more difficult question is whether one of the world’s most productive agricultural industries can continue creating “values” for both livelihoods and trade, without making ecological loss the hidden cost of growth.
Indonesia’s Benchmark JCI Plummets 11.5% Following Proposed Standalone MSCI Reclassification
On October 15, the MSCI announced a consultation to reclassify Indonesia from an emerging market to a standalone market status, bypassing a lesser frontier-market downgrade.
Who Protects the Public’s Right to Know?
The Malacca Strait has long been a passage for ships, goods, people and ideas, but in September 2026 it also became an appropriate setting for a more urgent discussion: whether the flow of credible public information in Southeast Asia remains sufficiently free from political pressure, legal intimidation, economic dependency and digital manipulation.