South Korea to Develop Batam Airport as Indonesia’s Air Hub

South Korea to Develop Batam Airport as Indonesia’s Air Hub

The Incheon International Airport Corp. (IIAC), a state-run entity from South Korea, is ramping up efforts to bolster Hang Nadim International Airport in Batam, Indonesia, which stands as the country’s third most popular tourist destination. IIAC’s joint...
US Company Works with Indonesia for Elimination of Cervical Cancer

US Company Works with Indonesia for Elimination of Cervical Cancer

It has been revealed that American company Crowell & Moring International (CMI) is working with the Indonesian Ministry of Health to develop a plan to eliminate cervical cancer, one of the leading types of cancer-related death among women in the Southeast Asian...
Japan and Indonesia Enhance Trade and Collaboration

Japan and Indonesia Enhance Trade and Collaboration

As revealed by Indonesia’s Foreign Minister, Japan and Indonesia have agreed to eliminate trade barriers and boost cooperation across multiple sectors. The agreement comes after a bilateral meeting between the leaders of both countries in Tokyo in December 2023....
Indonesia Finalizes Purchase of 42 French Rafale Fighter Aircraft

Indonesia Finalizes Purchase of 42 French Rafale Fighter Aircraft

The Defense Ministry of Indonesia has confirmed signing a contract to procure an additional 18 Rafale fighter jets from France, marking the completion of the 2022’s order for 42 of these aircraft to enhance the country’s air force capabilities. The ministry has...
Indonesia Seeks Dutch Expertise to Advance Agriculture Startups

Indonesia Seeks Dutch Expertise to Advance Agriculture Startups

The Minister of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises affirmed that the Indonesian government is prepared to partner with universities and business incubators from the Netherlands to bolster local agriculture startups. The minister announced plans for...
Indonesia and Vietnam Collaborate to Advance Lobster Production

Indonesia and Vietnam Collaborate to Advance Lobster Production

The Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries of Indonesia has recently expressed confidence in the nation’s potential to emerge as a prominent lobster producer in Southeast Asia. This optimism originates from the government’s ongoing efforts to promote...
Indonesia to Provide Tax Incentives for Electric Vehicle Manufacturers

Indonesia to Provide Tax Incentives for Electric Vehicle Manufacturers

Indonesia plans to provide tax incentives for automakers intending to establish electric vehicle (EV) plants, including exemptions on import duties for fully manufactured EVs until 2025. This effort, announced in a recent presidential decree, seeks to attract further...