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23/10/2020, page ...London, UK-ASEAN Business Council, BritCham Indonesia, and TheCityUK. If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch with Reza Edriawan (reza.edriawan@equatorise.com / +44 7495 536167). May 2024...
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[Member’s News] Updates from ISC Research _ 140421
14/04/2021, post ...ISC Research White Paper on why parents select an international school – please see https://www.iscresearch.com/whitepaper-why-parents-select-international-school 3. ISC Research 2021 report on wellbeing in international schools – please see https://www.iscresearch.com/wellbeing-report-march-2021...
[Member’s News] Michael Page – Foreign Investment into Indonesia
16/02/2021, post ...Riches mengatakan optimisme ini dibangun dari adanya tren aliran penanaman modal… https://m.bisnis.com/ekonomi-b… View in Brandwatch Michael Page: Pasar Kerja RI Masih Menjanjikan Bisnis.com, JAKARTA – Perusahaan perekrutan tenaga profesional global,...
...to ensure the questions at hand are being answered by the candidates. However, this becomes impossible if the panelists are not allowed to implore more. “In reality, the questions are...
Rocky Path Ahead in Search For Sustained Growth
18/03/2024, post Reacting to the latest GDP figures published this morning, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s data, showing an estimated 0.1% decline in GDP...
Trade Secretary Fights for Free and Fair Trade at Global Summit
26/02/2024, post Trade Secretary Kemi Badenoch flies to Abu Dhabi for 13th WTO conference to meet international counterparts and defend free trade UK using negotiations to maintain tariff-free digital trade, and protect...
Business Secretary Updates BCC Business Council
17/09/2024, post ...the UK’s most prominent companies were given an update on his assessment of the economic and trade landscape ahead of October’s Budget. The council also quizzed him on a wide...
Travel to Indonesia Updates _ 4 January 2021
04/01/2021, post All foreign nationals are banned from entering Indonesia from 1 January 2021 until 14 January 2021 with exception to: ITAS (temporary stay permit) & ITAP (permanent stay permit) holders; Diplomatic...
MPR deputy chief questions VAT imposition plan on food stuffs
10/06/2021, post ...potentially clash with the Pancasila state ideology’s fifth tenet on social justice. “The constitutionality of the policy is open to questions if it is really to be incorporated into law...
GDP and the UK economy: Your questions answered
16/01/2023, post ...are forecasting the UK economy to contract through much of 2023 – and therefore enter a recession Although the economy is in a better position than forecasters expected, families and...
[PRESS RELEASE] EY Indonesia Entrepreneur Of The Year™ program is ready for its return after two years
18/05/2022, post ...and industries who is an active member of top management in the company – including the founder/major owner/executive. The company must be at least three years running and operating in...
Government sets out plans for how tech regulator will tackle dominance of major firms
09/05/2022, post ...own prices for the online services they provide businesses without challenge, which can be passed on to consumers. The impact of weakened competition is stark – the Competition and Markets...
Govt to help 32 mln MSMEs enter digital market by 2024
09/09/2021, post Source From Antara News Original News HERE The government is targeting to help 32 million micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) enter the digital market system by 2024, Coordinating Minister...
Indonesia Elections 2024: High Stakes as Presidential Candidates Face Off in Last TV Debate
05/02/2024, post ...those who choose free internet rather than free meals have a slow brain. “Do you approve this (free internet programme) to improve digital inequality?” Mr Ganjar asked Mr Prabowo. The...
Chairmans’s First AGM message
29/06/2021, post ...Committee and the Board to identify, represent and gain real traction on key issues on behalf of the Members. This partnership will also run plenary update sessions for members to...
FAQ
29/10/2020, page ...directly in Indonesia, Representative Office if want to explore business opportunities in Indonesia for your foreign company (through market research, networking, etc.) without engaging in commercial transactions and Local Partner/Distributor...
Source From Antara News Original News HERE The Industry Ministry has urged small and medium-sized industries (SMEs) in the country to enter the global supply chain by increasing their competitiveness....
BI policy to boost weak demand hinges on consumer, bank appetites
24/02/2021, post ...article was published in thejakartapost.com with the title “BI policy to boost weak demand hinges on consumer, bank appetitesJakartans sign up to buy their own homes”. Click to read: https://www.thejakartapost.com/news/2021/02/21/bi-policy-to-boost-weak-demand-hinges-on-consumer-bank-appetites.html....
Property, Real Estate Contribute 14.63 Pct to Indonesia’s GDP
11/04/2023, post The property, real estate, and building construction sectors contributed 14.63 percent to the national gross domestic product (GDP) in 2022, according to a study by the research institute LPEM of...
Minister of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Teten Masduki has encouraged Indonesian consumers to buy domestic products. “Local products are cool and unique, it’s different from foreign brands,”...
REMOVAL OF QUARANTINE FOR DOUBLE JABBED EU AND US NATIONALS TO ENTER ENGLAND IS GREAT NEWS – BCC
29/07/2021, post ...around the world. For more information, visit: www.britishchambers.org.uk Media contact: Steve Partridge – Head of Media and Communications s.partridge@britishchambers.org.uk +44 (0) 7825 746812 Mark McVitie – Press and Communications Officer...
[PRESS RELEASE] SELANGKAH: SEmangat LAwan KAnker: Screening as an Effort to Fight Cancer with Siloam for a Healthier Indonesia
17/03/2023, post Jakarta, March 7, 2023 – Today, Siloam Hospital Group kicked off the SELANGKAH (SEmangat LAwan KANker) campaign to enhance its service commitment by providing free breast cancer screening services to...
Publications & Survey
17/05/2023, page Here you will find all our external communications, publications, media releases and media coverage, including our Business Confidence Index. For enquiries, kindly contact communications@britcham.or.id Guide to British Business in Indonesia...
Consumer Price Inflation, UK: September 2023
23/10/2023, post ...on the month compared with a rise of 0.4% a year earlier. The owner occupiers’ housing costs (OOH) component of CPIH rose by 5.0% in the 12 months to September...
The Rise of Smart CIties: A Real Estate Perspective
17/09/2020, eventPRESS RELEASE: Indonesia is fifth most cost competitive manufacturing hub in the world
18/09/2020, post ...attached file for Press Release and Visit Cushman & Wakefield’s global website to download 2020 GLOBAL MANUFACTURING RISK INDEX THE RISE AND RISE OF ASEAN For further information contact: info.indonesia@ap.cushwake.com...
[Press Release] Brompton is Now B Corp Certified
15/01/2024, post ...and create what can be, just like Andrew did in 1975. Download Brompton 2023 Sustainability Report Download B Corp Retailer Guidelines & Toolkit We create urban freedom for happier lives...
Membership Type
07/09/2020, page ...Select Plan Other Membership Plans International Associate IDR 4,750,000 /year Free entrance to selected regular events One Voucher ONLY applicable for International companies that do not have a representative office...
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation of the Transportation Ministry has informed that currently, international travelers (PPLNs) can enter Indonesia through ten international airports. “It is regulated in the Circular...
Aim to Reduce Motorcycle Traffic with Free Exodus Transport: Govt
14/03/2023, post ...a press conference, which was followed online on Monday. Business entities and companies would also provide free exodus services with the hope of reducing the number of people traveling on...
[Member’s News] Ipsotek awarded new security contract in Qatar and appoints dedicated Country Manager as investment in the country grows
06/01/2021, post ...Qatar’s leading Systems Integrator and the Information & Communication Technology Division of Mannai Corporation, Ipsotek has a number of other major projects across Qatar. The company has also announced today...
...of 8%+ per annum and security from legal ownership of UK property. • Buy-to-Let Properties – Opportunity to purchase buy-to-let properties with monthly instalments without the need for large deposits...
[PRESS RELEASE] Haleon Launches with Mission to Deliver Better Everyday Health with Humanity
14/11/2022, post Haleon has launched as an independent company on 18 July 2022 – 100% focused on consumer health, completing its demerger from GSK. The newly listed business is driven by its...
INDIKA ENERGY, ALTILIUM GROUP & TERRA SUSTINERI BERDAYA JOIN FORCES TO LAUNCH THE DNi PROCESS™ IN INDONESIA
21/11/2022, post ...clean the air and oceans that sustain life on Earth. www.altiliumgroup.com For further information contact: chris.gower@altiliumgroup.com ABOUT INDIKA ENERGY PT Indika Energy Tbk. (Indika Energy) is Indonesia’s leading diversified investment...
[PRESS RELEASE] Siloam Hospitals Group (SHG) Renews Its Multiyear Partnership Agreement with Philips Indonesia to Provide Continuous Quality Care
11/10/2023, post ...For more information about Siloam Hospitals, visit www.siloamhospitals.com About Royal Philips Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a leading health technology company focused on improving people’s health and well-being...
Could AI ‘Trading Bots’ Transform the World of Investing?
05/02/2024, post ...at risk. Or putting it more simply – you could lose your money – whether it is a human or a computer that is making stock market decisions on your...
Repatriation Package for BritCham
01/03/2021, post ...Solitaire at MO available at MO.com for your reference on following link – please mention in the note that you are a member of Britcham to enjoy the Upgrade: https://www.mandarinoriental.com/reservations/rooms?adults=2&rooms=1&arrive=2021-03-01&depart=2021-03-06&hotel=528&language=en-GB&rates=true...
Sarinah Duty Free: Govt’s Global Dream for Local Businesses
06/02/2023, post The recently launched Sarinah Duty Free store in Jakarta is expected to help pave the way for local businesses to go global, according to State Owned Enterprise Minister Erick Thohir....
...Trans-Papua Road system, such as the Jayapura-Oksibil corridor and the 183-kilometre Keerom Batom-section, will be completed by gradual means until 2024,” Ministry’s spokesperson, Endra S. Atmawidjaja, stated here, Tuesday. He...
Indonesia Urges UK Not to Follow EUDR That Potentially Harms Farmers
09/06/2023, post ...argued that the EUDR potentially harms small-scale farmers of Indonesia’s primary export commodities, especially palm oil. Hartarto discussed derivative regulations from the Due Diligence on Forest Risk Commodities being formulated...
...to protect consumers from hackers and cyber criminals from accessing devices with internet or network connectivity – from smartphones to games consoles and connected fridges – as the UK becomes...
25 mln MSMEs expected to enter digital marketplace by 2024: official
18/05/2022, post At least 25 million micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) could gain access to the digital marketplace by 2024, an official from the Ministry of Co-operatives and Small and Medium...
Bali Special Economic Zone – Turtle Island
02/05/2023, post ...integrated resort, hotels and resorts, commercial and mixed-use, a Wellness Center, and an educational and technological park. Kompas.com reports that the Kura Kura SEZ will realize an investment with a...
...cent compared with this country’s closest European neighbours, delivering a blow to British businesses at a time when many were struggling to survive. The reality is every sale diverted from...
Business Representatives Gather at Heathrow to Call On Chancellor to Ditch The Tourist Tax
12/02/2024, post ...of Commerce (BCC) said: ‘It was great to be at Heathrow today to hear how a new internationally competitive tax free shopping scheme would turbocharge Britain’s economy, helping retailers and...
Indonesia Eyes $25B Additional Revenue from Visa-Free Entry Policy
08/01/2024, post Indonesia’s tourism sector could potentially generate up to $25 billion in additional revenue through the implementation of a visa-free entry policy, A senior official said on Wednesday. The government intends...
Interest-free Loans for MSMEs to be Increased: Governor
13/02/2023, post Riau Islands Governor Ansar Ahmad has said that the amount of interest-free loans for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) will be increased from Rp20 million (US$1,317) to Rp40 million...
...owners of tall buildings and the public are obliged to use water supplied by the tap water company PAM. This is stipulated in the Governor’s Regulation No. 93/2021 on groundwater-free...
Eight Indonesian provinces free from FMD
05/09/2022, post Eight out of 34 provinces in Indonesia are currently free from food and mouth disease (FMD), according to the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB). “Since August 15, 2022 no FMD...
[PRESS RELEASE] ERM Collaborates with Kadin Net Zero Hub in Indonesia to bring G20’s Sustainability Agenda Forward
21/12/2022, post ...of Indonesia’s business, regulatory, and cultural environment. For more information, please visit: www.erm.com For further inquiries, you can contact: Dini Priadi, ERM Marketing & Communications, Indonesia dini.priadi@erm.com | +62 811881165...
High palm oil price delays Indonesia’s B40 biodiesel plan
24/02/2021, post ...stationary engine test on B40’s compatibility with conventional car engines. Meanwhile, state-owned oil giant Pertamina successfully produced pure green diesel (D100) – a necessary ingredient to make B40 – using...
Approaching its 90th Anniversary, Unilever Indonesia Inaugurates One of the Largest Solar Panel Installations in the Jababeka Industrial Area
14/08/2023, post ...Noviarti, President Director of Unilever Indonesia, reiterated the Company’s commitment to strongly supporting the government’s renewable energy agenda and the Net Zero Emission target, “The challenges posed by climate change...
Altilium Group on Business Enquirer
09/05/2022, post ...factories or electric vehicle manufacturers – and supply them directly,” he says. “Full commercialisation of the process will bring real benefits to Indonesia in terms of developing the local economy,...
[Press Release] Siloam Hospitals Launches Online Service for Laboratory and Radiology Tests
09/10/2023, post ...booking, patients can come directly to the hospital and enter the express queue, reducing waiting time. According to research from Asosiasi Penyelenggara Jasa Internet Indonesia (APJII), the internet penetration rate...
Navigating Indonesian Waters: Notable Practical Issues on Civil Liability Arising from Vessel Collisions
07/06/2022, post ...colonial era, the Commercial Code (Kitab Undang-undang Hukum Dagang or KUHD), particularly Book II of the Commercial Code. Shipping Law mostly deals with the administrative and public aspects of shipping,...
...written consent of SSEK. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT STEPHEN IGOR WAROKKA stephenwarokka@ssek.com YAN DIAZ M. SIREGAR yansiregar@ssek.com AGUNG K. SIHOMBING agungsihombing@ssek.com Source from SSEK Original News HERE...
Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions in the Time of COVID-19
16/06/2020, eventIndonesia’s First Presidential Debate: Five Key Takeaways
18/12/2023, post ...of law and human rights, with candidates – Prabowo Subianto, Ganjar Pranowo and Anies Baswedan – presenting mission statements before answering questions prepared by experts. The candidates then asked each...
Following Delays, Indonesia’s Jokowi Expected to Start Work in New Capital Nusantara
29/07/2024, post ...June, the then-head and deputy of the body overseeing Nusantara’s planned development unexpectedly resigned, raising questions about the US$32 billion mega project. COMPLETION OF PRESIDENTIAL OFFICE On Tuesday, Minister of...
Indonesia’s BMKG Warns Countries About Real Threat of Climate Change
23/10/2023, post Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has warned countries about the real threat of climate change during a recent international climate workshop. During “the International Workshop on Climate Variability...
[PRESS RELEASE] Ecosystem and Trend in Implementing Geospatial Technology in Indonesia
28/10/2022, post ...be used for arriving tourists in Bali and other locations. “We can use the same technology for tourists who come to visit Bali, they can download the apps, and we...
UK Space Agency’s Space for Everyone Tour Successfully Engages Over 160,000 Young People
23/10/2023, post ...I’m a Space Person, which highlights the range of careers in the space industry. Here, visitors can also download a range of free space-based education resources and career tips as...
[PRESS RELEASE] CyberRes Unveils Galaxy, an Interactive Threat Research Experience to further Strengthen Cyber Resilience
28/01/2022, post ...to address threats while enhancing their overall cyber resilience. More Information Galaxy Community Edition is available today. Register for a free account at www.CyberResGalaxy.com. For a quick explanation of...
EMBARGOED BCC PRESS RELEASE: Quarterly Recruitment Outlook
07/07/2021, post ...visit: www.britishchambers.org.uk Media contacts: Steve Partridge – Head of Media and Communications s.partridge@britishchambers.org.uk +44 (0) 7825 746812 Mark McVitie – Press and Communications Officer m.mcvitie@britishchambers.org.uk +44 (0) 7772 910507...
[PRESS RELEASE] Holding an Investment Festival Attended by V BTS (Kim Taehyung), SimInvest Invites Indonesian Investors to South Korea
03/04/2023, post Jakarta, April 3, 2023 – SimInvest as an innovative Indonesian online platform for equity and mutual fund investments from PT Sinarmas Sekuritas announces the implementation of the SimInvestival Goes to...
Why a One-Round Election Appeals to Indonesia’s Economic Minds
05/02/2024, post ...awaiting the outcome of the 2024 Presidential Election, as it will determine the future direction of business activities. “The inclination of business leaders and potential investors, especially in the real...
Inflation Remains a Real Concern for Business
18/02/2024, post ...support businesses. Companies across the UK will be looking for a clear plan from the Chancellor that prioritises investment and skills.” Source from British Chambers of Commerce Original News HERE...
BCC: March rise in exports must lead to a real recovery
13/05/2022, post Commenting on the latest ONS Trade data, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC William Bain, said: “March 2022 saw a modest but welcome rise in UK exports led by...
The Rise of Smart Cities: A Real Estate Perspective
17/09/2020, videoThe Rise of Smart Cities: A Real Estate Perspective
08/01/2021, podcastIndonesia looks to develop digital startup ecosystem
16/06/2022, post The Communication and Informatics Ministry has prepared a stimulus in the form of an assistance program to support the development of the digital startup ecosystem. “The existence of the government...
National Press Day Advocates Informed Voting and Hoax-Free Elections
12/02/2024, post ...Press Day theme,” said Usman Kansong, the Director General of Information and Public Communication at the Communication and Information Ministry, on Friday. National Press Day is commemorated on Feb. 9...
Sponsorship & Advertising
29/09/2020, page ...Free entry 2 (two) of your representatives Complimentary 2x e-banner size 1024x400 pxl on BritCham Business Snapshot that will be sent out to ±6000 recipients Display company roll-up banner and...
No profit motive in vaccine distribution : Thohir
19/05/2021, post Source from: Antara News Original News HERE State-owned Enterprises (SOE) Minister Erick Thohir has said that his ministry has no plans to commercialize COVID-19 vaccines. “Regarding prices, from the beginning,...
Guardian International Membership
29/09/2020, page ...-desking Personnel legalization. Sponsored business visas for qualifying management /executives Free land-line, national cell-phone calls Personal assistant services Free use of webinar facilities Free use of meeting rooms. An option...
Minister outlines programs to realize carbon-free nation by 2060
19/10/2022, post ...and developing in Indonesia. Electric motor propulsion uses batteries. The components are also being produced domestically or in collaboration with local companies. Source from Antara News Original News HERE...
Connected Britain 2023: Digital Infrastructure Minister Speech
02/10/2023, post ...largely driven by competition. We remain firmly committed to wholesale competition in the broadband market being the best strategy to meet our strategic objectives. And so we continue to establish...
Construction Industry Impacts of Covid-19 – an article from the civil engineering students at BINUS University
02/06/2021, post ...Indonesia Masuk dalam 4 Negara Besar di Dunia. Sehat Negeriku. Adrian Wail Akhlas. (2021). Indonesia plans $2b sukuk issue to fund infrastructure projects – Business – The Jakarta Post https://www.thejakartapost.com/news/2021/01/21/indonesia-plans-2b-sukuk-issue-to-fund-infrastructure-projects.html...
...Climate initiative. Forest Risk Commodities Between 2016 and 2018, WWF estimate that around 21 million hectares – an area almost the size of the UK – was required each year...
Ministry holds Electric Vehicle Fun Day to Promote EV Use
21/11/2022, post ...(BBM),” Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumadi stated. If people usually spend Rp100,000 a day to buy fuel for their conventional vehicles, meanwhile the consumption of electric vehicles only costs around...
GDF to create more than 4,000 jobs within the first 25 years
03/10/2022, post ...sustainable jobs for a local community. We are now making real progress and having conversations with a number of communities about the potential for them to host a GDF.” A...
Trade Minister Pledges to Support Kadin’s ASEAN-BAC Chairmanship
23/06/2023, post ...the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZFTA), and the establishment of a supporting unit for the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta. The deliverables also...
UK Shows Commitment to Indo-Pacific Following Major Exercises
12/08/2024, post Royal Marine Commandos from 47 Commando Raiding Group working alongside Australian forces on Exercise Predators Run The Royal Air Force, Royal Navy and Royal Marines have taken part in a...
...being developed are: Energy generation and supply to existing mobile networks – delivered via Energy Services Company (ESCO) partnerships and Power-as-a-Service (PaaS) platforms Managed network services – the integration of...
GAPKI Records Surge in Indonesian Processed Palm Oil Export
22/11/2023, post ...biodiesel, dropping from 956,000 tons in August to 924,000 in September. Meanwhile, oleochemical consumption hiked up from 183,000 tons in August to 190,000 in September. Source from Tempo.co Original News...
Manufacturing sector investment reaches Rp230 trillion in first half
25/07/2022, post ...said. In addition to increasing foreign exchange and employment, it also improves the manufacturing structure so that Indonesian industries can become more competitive. “Indonesia is still an investment destination because...
Indonesia Expects to Exit COVID-19 in Next February
17/10/2022, post Indonesia’s Minister of Health Budi Gunadi Sadikin expressed his optimism that Indonesia would be able to put an end to the COVID-19 pandemic if there are no spike in cases...
Investors Expected to Begin Participating in IKN Development in 2023
05/12/2022, post ...here on Sunday. Many investors had sent letters of intent to the ministry and the IKN Authority to invest in the project, he said. The PUPR Ministry has commenced the...
Indonesia to be largest digital economy in SE Asia by 2030: Minister
22/08/2022, post ...further. By 2024, the government is targeting 30 million micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to enter the digital market, including 19.5 million MSMEs in 2022. Minister Masduki is optimistic...
Visiting Indonesia on Visa On Arrival
12/09/2022, post ...an EDC form (link depends on entry point – attached is for Soekarno Hatta) Payment of the VoA: IDR 500,000 Complete Vaccine Certificate (second dose at least 14 days before...
New Visa Fees Set to Come into Effect Next Month
18/09/2023, post ...later in the Autumn. A full list of the new fees can be found at: Visa fees transparency data – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Source from GOV UK Original News HERE...
...service provider for commercial and industrial businesses trusted by small to large sized manufacturing companies as the solar energy partner of choice, we look forward to supporting companies in driving...
[PRESS RELEASE] Atalian Indonesia Expands Innovation Space to East Java Market with Launch of New Office in Surabaya
28/03/2023, post ...contact: Rakhmah Tersier Marketing Communication Manager, ATALIAN Global Services Indonesia E-mail : rakhmahtersier.permataasri@atalianworld.com HP: +62813 98230 985 Asti Candramaya Senior Consultant, IMOGEN Public Relations E-mail: asti@imogenpr.com HP: +62877 8233 7840...
Chairman of the General Election Commission (KPU) Hasyim Asy’ari said that the third debate for the 2024 presidential election is expected to help people decide their preferred candidates in the...
Chambers of Commerce Chief: It’s Time for a Reset with Government
01/07/2024, post ...British Chambers of Commerce annual conference on Thursday to plead for a “real partnership” with the next government that creates the “right environment” for companies to grow. Motherhood and apple...
[Member’s News] KPMG on the Data Privacy Thought Leadership “Data Privacy as a way of life”
21/09/2021, post ...Dhirendra.Kumar@kpmg.co.id Download PDF (1.7 MB) © 2021 Siddharta Widjaja & Rekan – Registered Public Accountants, an Indonesian partnership and a member firm of the KPMG global organization of independent member...
BCC Response to Plan B Announcement
13/12/2021, post ...on clinical trials. Businesses can download the NHS Pass Verifier which will scan someone’s vaccine passport and hold the data within the NHS, so removing any barrier or GDPR concern....
COVID-19 update 19072021
19/07/2021, post ...of Circular Letter No. 15 (2021) UK Government COVID-19 Guidance_updated on 07/06 Indonesia is now in the red zone for entering the UK, effective from 19 July at 4am BST....
Lessons from Indonesia’s Digitised Social Safety Net
29/07/2024, post ...Lowy Institute Research Director Hervé Lemahieu said: “Countries looking to supercharge their poverty reduction efforts and make their societies more resilient to economic shocks, should look to Indonesia. Digitising the...
Investment helping tackle digital exclusion in Greater Manchester
17/01/2022, post ...UK’s largest Local Full Fibre Networks Programme (LFFN) across Greater Manchester. Locally, free connectivity has been provided at Deeplish Community Centre and the Bangladesh Association & Community Project. Further connectivity...
...industry leaders – her first speech since being appointed last week. The Department for International Trade will today publish a five-point plan for establishing a free and fair digital trade...
President Jokowi Inaugurates Nusantara Swissotel in New Capital
17/09/2024, post ...out. The head of state then drew attention to the Duty-Free Nusantara Mall, expressing optimism about the trade center making the IKN more alive. “The Nusantara Duty-Free Mall, whose construction...
Andalin launches Andalin Trade to Aid Indonesian Economy
17/06/2022, post ...Chandroo as chairman of the Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Huynh Dinh Thai Linh as executive director of World Trade Center Binh Duong New City-Becamex IDC; and Monsinee...
Indonesia, UK Strengthen Collaboration Through FACT Dialogue
09/08/2023, post ...commodities through the FACT Dialogue. The meeting addressed issues related to trade in agricultural commodities between Indonesia and the United Kingdom (UK), small farmers and certification, trade commitments in the...
...chain. In England, companies that reside within freeports will be offered temporary tax breaks, including reductions to the tax they pay on their existing property and when they buy new...
...extent of short-term lets in their area, the effects on their communities, and underpin compliance with key health and safety regulations. Short-term lets are now a significant part of the...
Looking Forward to Indonesia’s Solar Future
02/09/2024, post ...local components in renewable energy projects. Realization and development According to data from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, the realization of the installed capacity of Indonesia’s renewable energy...
TikTok Set to Restart E-commerce in Indonesia with US$1.5 billion Tokopedia Investment
12/12/2023, post China’s TikTok has agreed to spend US$840 million to buy most of Indonesian tech conglomerate GoTo’s e-commerce unit – a move that appears to allow it to restart its online...
Good News For Foreign Citizens, You Can Take Mutual Cooperation Vaccines If You Have A KITAS-KITAP
05/05/2021, post ...on priority zones, this vaccine program will also be given to companies that have registered with the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. “(Giving, red) is based on companies that...
Foreign direct investment, experimental UK sub-national statistics: May 2021 https://www.ons.gov.uk/releases/foreigndirectinvestmentexperimentaluksubnationalstatisticsmay2021 Details Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence. Published 19 July 2021...
Jakpreneur Fest encourages Jakarta’s MSMEs to grow
21/06/2021, post ...training programs featuring various mentors from industrial companies. The two classes can be accessed for free via the Jakarta Provincial Government YouTube channel www.jakpreneurfest and Shopee Live on June 20-22.....
Gov’t asks e-commerce sites to add more MSME products
06/04/2022, post The Communications and Informatics Ministry has asked online marketplaces to feature more domestically made products, especially those produced by micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and ultra-micro enterprises (Umi). “I...
Minister Urging MSMEs on Foraying into Global Markets
20/11/2023, post ...enter the digital market, continue to expand their networks, create innovative products, be competitive, and keep up with latest trends. “Business players should also make the most of technology to...
Indonesian businesses have committed to taking the lead and pushing for developing and adopting a unified global sustainability disclosure standard to make it easier for companies worldwide to attract investments...
Britain outlines tax incentives for new investment zones
26/09/2022, post ...deliver them around the United Kingdom. “On purchases of land and buildings for commercial or new residential development, there will be no stamp duty to pay whatsoever,” Kwarteng told lawmakers...
Investment Linked to Tourism Destination Development: Ministry
19/12/2022, post ...will comprise the bank and financial technology, specific financing, government fund, community fund, and the Indonesia Spice Up the World (ISUTW) working groups. “This working group (ISUTW) is in accordance...
Trade Ministry Develops Ecosystem to Advance MSMEs
02/03/2023, post Trade Ministry is developing an ecosystem involving micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), funding institutions, modern retail and market place, Trade Minister Zulkifli Hasan noted during the 2023 Trade Ministry...
Skills and connectivity boost for East Yorkshire and the Humber as region is named UK’s fastest growing region for digital jobs
07/03/2022, post ...The partnership – a coalition of local authorities, businesses and education providers – will make it easier for businesses and residents to identify gaps in their skills and access training...
Cross-sectoral collaboration crucial to revive tourism: Minister
01/11/2021, post ...as the importance of coordinated cooperation between the central government and tourism organizations in Indonesia. Based on the digital travel platform’s search data, Bali remains the top choice for international...
Expect Sail Tidore to Support Economy in Eastern Indonesia: Minister
28/11/2022, post ...by 90 small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The event is featuring several attractions, competitions, art performances, underwater photo competitions, and business forums, besides healthy gymnastics activities, rowing competitions, social services,...
International Business Confidence Index 2020
11/11/2020, eventOnly entry for foreigners with Vaccination Certificate
05/07/2021, post Original article HERE [Starting from July 6, foreigners can only enter Indonesia with vaccination certificate (fully vaccinated) + PCR 48 hours + 8 days mandatory quarantine at arrival] PRESS CONFERENCE...
[PRESS RELEASE] Mercedes-Benz Introduces the EQE SUV: A New Level of Luxury Electric Mobility in Indonesia
16/07/2024, post ...a new benchmark for luxury electric vehicles in Indonesia. This launch completes the whole Mercedes-Benz EQ family and marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to sustainable mobility and...
Youth Participation in Indonesia’s Upcoming Election: Does It Determine Future Democracy?
29/01/2024, post ...freedom country. Indonesia has Electronic Information and Transaction Law (EIT). This law contains ambiguous clauses, which are usually used to silence freedom of expression. Research from the Law Reformation Institution...
[DITUNDA] Sentra Vaksinasi Bersama BritCham Indonesia
14/04/2021, post ...Kementerian Kesehatan Republik Indonesia. Tim kami juga telah membuat Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) yang dapat Anda akses melalui link ini. Lokasi : Universitas Ciputra, CitraLand CBD Boulevard, Surabaya Waktu :...
...facilities requires tax-free certificate (SKB) and the certificate of uncollected tax (SKTD) that will lead to administrative costs, he stated. In comparison with other nations, the VAT rate in Indonesia...
Indonesia to offer 47 sustainable investments in G20
18/03/2022, post ...Thursday. “This information is a real offer from Indonesia in the G20 because what we are offering is already a real project to them,” he remarked. Ichwan also assured that...
BREXIT: Early observations from the British Chambers’ Network
04/01/2021, post ...areas where our business communities see a real opportunity for the UK to be at the cutting edge – e.g. around fintech – we should push for change to happen....
Prime Minister to Announce Major Reform Package to Boost Apprenticeships and Cut Red Tape for Thousands of Small Businesses
18/03/2024, post ...includes increasing the number of companies which qualify as a smaller or medium sized business through a 50% uplift to the thresholds that determine a company’s size. This is expected...
Red Tape, Regulation & Costs Holding Back Exports
11/12/2023, post ...just 0.1% a year between 2024 and 2027. Commenting on the research, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “The OBR’s forecast makes for pretty sobering reading...
Budget Boosts Jobs But Economic Challenge Remains
12/03/2024, post ...many companies. It is vital that the economy remains front and centre of the campaign to come.” On jobs, Shevaun said: “The prospect of an additional 200,000 entering into the...
BCC Brings Politicians Together in Push for Export Growth
13/11/2023, post ...to discuss the BCC’s Trade Manifesto, which is supported by logistics company WTA. It sets out a comprehensive list of steps to get more UK businesses, currently just 10%, involved...
Changes Proposed to UK’s Trade Remedies System
13/03/2023, post ...include: TRA taking on responsibility for investigating bilateral safeguard cases as part of free trade agreements; Ministerial powers to request the TRA provides alternative options to its main recommendations, as...
UK Regains Control of Business Subsidy Regime
09/01/2023, post ...UK meeting international commitments on subsidy control, including its international commitments at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and in Free Trade Agreements. Source from GOV UK Original News HERE...
Indonesia-UK Ministers Discuss Trade and Economic Cooperation
02/05/2024, post ...idea of free trade cooperation, Indonesia’s accession as a member of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), and regional cooperation. Hartarto said that Indonesia is open to free...
Tackling pandemic must remain priority, business leaders to APEC
07/06/2021, post ...economic integration, trade implications resulting from the economic response to COVID-19, and how economies can be made more resilient to future shocks. “Free, fair, and open trade has unlocked massive...
Bawaslu Intensifies Election Supervision Corners in All Indonesia
22/01/2024, post The Elections Supervisory Agency (Bawaslu) intensified the use of supervision corners in public spaces throughout Indonesia to invite public participation in ensuring elections that are free from cheating and identity...
KPU utilises e-SPIP application to monitor election budget
13/11/2023, post The General Elections Commission (KPU) is utilising a digital application to monitor the utilisation of the budget for the 2024 General Elections across all KPU offices. “We are utilising an...
Election 2024: Presidential Candidates’ Visions in Foreign Policies
16/11/2023, post ...and leadership in the global political arena to realise national interests and world peace. The policy aims to place Indonesia’s position as the epicenter of the Southeast Asian region as...
BritCham Chat & Cheers
12/01/2021, eventASEAN Predicted to Be Net Importer of Natural Gas by 2025
31/07/2023, post ...to become a net importer of natural gas by 2025,” Nuki Agya Utama, the executive director of the think-tank ASEAN Center for Energy (ACE), said at a press briefing in...
Minister Nadiem Calls for Education Stakeholders in the UK to Participate in the Government’s Programmes
15/05/2023, post Speaker: Prof. Ir. Nizam, M.Sc., DIC., Ph.D, plt. Direktur Jenderal of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology On the 9th of May 2023, Minister of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology, Nadiem...
BritCham Business Centre
29/09/2020, page ...Competitor and Consumer Intelligence Webinar For British companies interested in hosting or attending webinars, we are able to provide a platform to share and exchange market information with Indonesian companies,...
First-quarter economic growth realization to be better: Ministry
05/04/2022, post The realization of economic growth in the first quarter of 2022 would be better than the previous quarter, as various sectors had shown increase in recovery, according to the Finance...
UK Takes Action to Boost Supply Chain Resilience for Critical Goods and Back Businesses
22/01/2024, post ...this vital engagement to boost Britain’s resilience and competitiveness – essential to the continued success of the UK as a top tier investment destination for the automotive sector. Sean Sargent,...
New Powers to Strengthen Council Planning
29/04/2024, post New planning powers come into effect today giving local councils greater tools to hold rogue developers to account as part of the Government’s landmark Levelling-up and Regeneration Act. Council planners...
Q&A Session with British Ambassador to Indonesia and Timor-Leste
17/04/2020, eventPaperless trade for UK businesses to boost growth
17/10/2022, post ...flown around the world daily. Business-to-business documents such as bills of lading – a contract between parties involved in shipping goods – and bills of exchange – used to help...
...at “2.5 percent plus minus 1 percent”. “The inflation is still in accordance with the inflation target, namely 2.5 (percent). However, because of the volatile food component, we tolerate plus...
Five Provinces Gets Gov’t Attention for Rising Inflation
19/08/2022, post ...energy prices that may trigger commodity prices to soar. The annual inflation was recorded at 4.94 percent in July as people can still buy subsidized gasoline product Pertalite at half...
Innovation Zero 2024 – Sustainability Conference
06/05/2024, post ...to attract investment and press our competitive advantages, you will have seen that when it comes to the cost of living for people – whether it’s their cars or their...
What Does GDP Growth Mean for Me?
13/05/2024, post ...are now rising more slowly. Combined with wages now growing faster then prices, this makes the cost of living more affordable, because you can buy more with the money in...
General Election 2024: Businesses Have a Long Wish-list from Parties
24/06/2024, post ...& Spencer and Pearson, which also made donations to other parties. Some, such as Hanson – whose founder Lord Hanson was a loyal supporter of Margaret Thatcher – continued to...
Indonesia moved to ‘flush out’ palm oil after slow export resumption
13/06/2022, post ...and levy to $488 a tonne from $575, in hopes that the latest policy will free up some stockpiles, encouraging refiners to buy farmers’ palm fruits again. What Happens To...
UK inflation hits new 40-year high of 10.1% as food and energy price surge continues
22/08/2022, post ...1995 while projecting that the U.K. will enter its longest recession since the global financial crisis in the fourth quarter of the year. The Bank expects inflation to top out...
Britain’s Morrisons agrees $8.7 bln takeover by Fortress-led group
05/07/2021, post ...offer. CD&R declined to comment. Analysts have also speculated that other private equity groups and Amazon (AMZN.O), which has a partnership deal with Morrisons, could enter the fray in a...
Investing in Talent, Building Communities
12/03/2024, post ...We now have a real opportunity to make the system quicker and more efficient for everyone. It is all about investing in talent and building communities.” Victoria Hills, Chief Executive...
...across the UK Package reaffirms government’s commitment to making the UK the best place in the world to start and grow a business The Government is today reaffirming its commitment...
Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act receives Royal Assent
27/05/2024, post ...to provide clearer information to consumers before they enter a subscription contract, remind consumers that their free trial or low-cost trial is coming to an end, and ensure consumers can...
BRIN, Kadin explore collaboration for strengthening industry
20/01/2022, post The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) and the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) are exploring collaboration for strengthening and enhancing the development of the industrial sector in...
Government positive economic recovery on horizon
23/05/2021, post ...prices of those commodities helped improve economic conditions in several regions during the first quarter of 2021. The economic improvement was also supported by the realization of the national economic...
SME Exporters Under Tightening Pressure
20/01/2023, post ...“Other measures Government should consider include providing effective end-to-end trade finance and setting up a trade accelerator – by working alongside our global network to help firms enter new markets...
BCC Press release on flexible working
31/05/2021, post ...visit: www.britishchambers.org.uk Media contacts: Steve Partridge – Head of Media and Communications s.partridge@britishchambers.org.uk +44 (0) 7825 746812 Mark McVitie – Press and Communications Officer m.mcvitie@britishchambers.org.uk +44 (0) 7772 910507...
Virtual Kick-off Meeting Smart Sustainable Cities HUB
18/07/2023, eventHeat Pump Grants Increased by 50 per Cent
23/10/2023, post ...by energy suppliers. The increased grants form part of the government’s pragmatic, proportionate and realistic approach to reaching net zero – reducing costs on British families (after huge pressures families...
Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt Considering Cuts to Inheritance Tax
20/11/2023, post ...spend – and introduce tax cuts – is subject to its own, self-imposed spending and taxation – or fiscal – rules. Whether and how the government meets its rules, depends...
[PRESS RELEASE] The 9th Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup, World’s Most Prominent Corporate Golf Tournament, Returns to Jakarta on the 5th July 2024.
12/07/2024, post ...Jakarta Golf Club was the 48th of 118 tournaments in this year’s Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup – with the victors competing in the Grand Finals in Türkiye later this...
Indonesian Economic Growth Rises to Nine-Year High
19/02/2024, post ...rates drag on activity,” said Gareth Leather, senior Asia economist at Capital Economics. “We expect growth to slow further over the coming quarters.” Source from Kompas.com Original News HERE...
Manufacture Performance to Reach 5.8 Percent in 2024: Minister
15/01/2024, post ...electric motorbike subsidy, the realization would be 98.3 percent, or an increase compared to the realization in 2022 of 98.1 percent,” he said. Meanwhile, absorption from electric motorbike subsidy program...
Professional Women’s Hub: Wisdom & Impact of Social Enterprise
20/10/2023, eventIndonesia to Provide Up to 10 Percent Tax Incentives on Electric Car, Bus Purchases
26/02/2024, post ...buses with a domestic component level (TKDN) of above 40 percent, following the Industry Ministry’s requirements. Thus, only one percent VAT would be imposed on those products, the minister said...
[PRESS RELEASE] Island Media Secures Strategic Merger with Western Australia’s Digital Agency of the Year: Juicebox
02/11/2023, post ...best-in-class digital products and experiences that deliver meaningful and measurable impact for ambitious clients. juicebox.com.au About Island Media, a Juicebox Company Island Media is a leading branding and digital...
Women’s Sport to be Boosted by New Investment Scheme
28/08/2023, post ...women’s sports rightsholders – leagues, teams, competitions and events – who are seeking investment together with industry experts and sports investors. The new programme will provide a series of sessions...
Soekarno-Hatta Airport Dominating Aviation Market in ASEAN: AP II
10/01/2023, post ...region after the airport recorded a capacity of 2.15 million flight seats in December 2022. Meanwhile, Flightsfrom.com, which is a provider of world airline route data and schedules, placed Soekarno-Hatta...
The government plans to hike fuel prices to control ballooning energy subsidies, media reported on Monday, citing comments from Energy and Mineral Resources Minister. The price hike will be complemented...
Indonesia to ban palm oil exports to tackle domestic shortage
25/04/2022, post ...compensate for rising food prices. But the commodity continued to become harder to find at markets and grocery stores, with long queues appearing at many locations. This week the Attorney...
[Member’s News] Update from British School Jakarta _ 09/03/2021
09/03/2021, post The Jakarta Post article: British School Jakarta Receives Gold Greenship Certification (link here) Kompas.com article: Raih Gold dari GBCI, BSJ Anggap Sekolah bukan Sekadar Gedung (link here) ...
Digital Economy in Indonesia Booming: Minister Uno
30/10/2023, post ...have shifted to the digital realm, therefore contributing to the digital economy. Meanwhile, the growth of e-commerce’s gross merchandise value (GMV) in Indonesia is estimated to increase from US$59 billion...
Luhut Pandjaitan – Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment explains the latest changes to PPKM extension
26/07/2021, post Original News from Detik.com HERE Regarding the government extended PPKM level 3 and level 4 in Java and Bali. There are a number of rules that have been changed. Coordinating...
...digital world. Themes such as digital transformation and digital literacy are also discussed. Attendees’ questions regarding cyber security in businesses and enterprise are also addressed within the webinar. We would...
UK development strategy to put ‘economic power at the centre’
23/05/2022, post ...to spend around three-quarters of its funding … through country and bilateral programmes.” These relationships will be “tailored to the geopolitical reality faced by low- and middle-income countries – helping...
BCC Response to Government Announcements on Net Zero
21/10/2021, post Source from BCC Original News HERE On the Net Zero Strategy “This is a positive step on the journey to net zero, however many questions on how we will get...
The UK economy still has a huge mountain to climb
31/05/2021, post ...a surge in infections, but there were still questions over how much the variant was making it worse. Britain “can’t cope” with too large a surge in cases, Ferguson told...
Climate Change – A Global Corporate Perspective
26/11/2020, eventContact Us
07/09/2020, page ...business? Complete the following short form to get in touch with our team. Name Email Mobile Phone Company Name How Should We Contact You? —Please choose an option—EmailPhone This site...
Consumer Behavior in the “New Normal”
02/07/2020, eventNEW : Digital Transformation Series
22/05/2020, eventIndonesia: The Giant Of Southeast Asia
23/06/2020, eventWomen and Realizations in the “NEW NORMAL” Beyond COVID-19
12/05/2020, event ...increase their protection this winter. Targeted communications for individuals with long term health conditions, pregnant women and ethnic minority communities, with a particular focus on those with low vaccine confidence,...
Government funding boost for life-changing technologies
20/06/2022, post ...Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) and backed by £8.5 million – the UK’s first major research programme on AI ethics of this scale. It will bring together diverse research...
...On Tuesday, SSE, the electricity generator and network company, upgraded its profit forecasts after changes to weather conditions improved output from its renewable energy generation sources. The company – which...
BritCham Ministerial Series: East Java – Strategic, Amibitious
14/07/2020, eventVirtual Kick-off Meeting SMEs HUB
17/07/2023, eventNo Decline in Foreign Tourists after Criminal Code Passed: Minister
20/01/2023, post ...questions, and we have given many explanations, and we will continue to give explanations,” the minister noted at the Indonesia Tourism Outlook 2023 event held here on Wednesday. Uno said...
UK Launches ASEAN Chevening Scholarship to Empower Future Leaders
09/09/2024, post ...ASEAN Scholarship unless they choose to opt out. This new scholarship opportunity underscores the UK’s commitment to fostering educational exchanges and strengthening ties with ASEAN Member States. UK Ambassador to...
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07/09/2020, page ...Updates BCC Business Council READ MORE All News Get in Touch with Us Do you have any questions for BritCham’s team on a certain issue? Or would you like to...
KPU Names 11 panelists for First Presidential Debate
11/12/2023, post The General Elections Commission (KPU) on Saturday announced a list of 11 panelists for the first presidential debate scheduled for December 12 at the KPU office in Jakarta. KPU Commissioner...
Acting chairman of Indonesia’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin), Yukki Nugrahawan Hanafi, underlined the necessity for the government to protect business professionals from the ongoing significant movement to boycott...
Publication Centre
23/11/2023, page ...can now be guided by a comprehensive and deliverable sustainability agenda. Pages: 164 Language: English Publisher: BritCham Indonesia Reviews “An essential, comprehensive, holistic and integral must-read for entrepreneurs, academicians, captains...
Gen Z Leads Drive to Reverse Brexit
17/09/2024, post ...got under Boris Johnson – on the trading front, on research and development, and on security.” Sir Keir’s supporters say a second referendum would be divisive and a distraction from...
BCC Continues Expansion with New Research Insights Unit
03/07/2023, post ...of a new research unit. The BCC Insights Unit will bring together all of the strands of research the BCC currently undertakes, including the Quarterly Economic Survey, the largest private...
Reopening U.K. Economy on June 21 Hangs ‘in the Balance’
31/05/2021, post ...a surge in infections, but there were still questions over how much the variant was making it worse. Britain “can’t cope” with too large a surge in cases, Ferguson told...
Economist Forecasts 4.9% National Economic Growth in 2023
11/01/2023, post ...a press conference here on Tuesday. He predicted that exports will decline due to the normalization of commodity prices, while investment will slow due to an increase in the central...
AIS Forum Supports Small Businesses and Human Resource Development
09/10/2023, post ...with potential partners and others. Several collaborations were also carried out, including providing support to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by facilitating more than 1,500 MSME activists ranging from...
Indonesia’s manufacturing PMI continues to increase in July
03/08/2022, post ...as Vietnam (51.2), the Philippines (50.8), Malaysia (50.6), and Myanmar (46.5). The impressive performance of real sector activities is proof of the resilience of the domestic economy in the midst...
Historic devolution deal to be signed with York and North Yorkshire
01/08/2022, post A historic devolution deal putting greater power into the hands of local communities in Yorkshire will be signed today by the Levelling Up Secretary Greg Clark. This historic moment comes...
Market Investigations: 75 Years of UK Experience
27/05/2024, post ...in Scotland. Our predecessor body, the Competition Commission (CC), concluded that common ownership precluded effective competition between these airports with consequences reflected in BAA’s performance – lack of engagement with...
3,000 jobs created in one year by ‘resilient’ UK space sector
18/04/2022, post ...by £23 million to £2.27 billion. In line with the UK Government’s commitment to increasing public and private R&D spending, investment in research and development saw a 19% boost to...
Driving a green and sustained economic recovery in Indonesia
01/07/2021, post ...registries using big data is essential. So are programs that work with family and community structures to encourage responsible behavior and compliance with health protocols. Social assistance programs should pay...
Accelerating PSN Completion to Boost Indonesia’s Economic Growth
31/07/2023, post ...remaining projects targeted for completion this year and 31 projects for 2024. President Jokowi had also set a target of completing all PSNs by next year. Coordinating Minister for Economy...
PM to Host Cabinet Meeting in Yorkshire and the Humber
26/02/2024, post ...come, empowering local authorities to drive economic growth, level up communities, and improve the daily transport connections that people rely on. This investment demonstrates our commitment to reinvest all of...
BCC Economic Forecast: Economic Growth Stuck in a Rut
11/12/2023, post ...community to build on the Autumn Statement commitments and develop a much-needed long term economic plan to give companies confidence to invest in people, trade and grow.” David Bharier, Head...
...metropolitan Sydney area. Today, Ipsotek’s AI solutions are at the core of Atos Computer Vision Platform, a unique end-to-end computer vision platform providing pre-trained & customizable AI models powered by...
Labour Market Tensions Remain
19/08/2024, post ...with real wage earnings still rising strongly, amid widespread recruitment difficulties and ongoing competition for skilled workers. “Bridging the UK’s long-standing skills gap will be crucial to bringing more balance...
UK fishing industry to receive £75m modernisation boost
03/01/2022, post Fishing and coastal communities are to benefit from a £75m funding boost, the UK government has announced. It said the money would be used to modernise UK ports and processing...
Ministry endorses Indonesia’s G20 priority agendas
03/01/2022, post The Communication and Information Technology Ministry has said it will support Indonesia’s priority agendas at the G20 forum. “Indonesia, through the Communication and Information Technology Ministry, will prioritize three issues...
...2030. Sean Marett, Chief Business Officer & Chief Commercial Officer at BioNTech SE, said: BioNTech and the UK Government share a common goal – to improve the life of people...
CBI warns UK government over Northern Ireland protocol
13/06/2022, post ...may come on Monday – to take unilateral action in response are unhelpful.” The head of the lobby group, which represents 190,000 companies across the UK, said renewed Brexit uncertainty...
More Support for Industry to Cut Emissions and Energy Bills
22/01/2024, post ...and infrastructure, to convert its conveyance and processing systems to electric power, helping to reduce their carbon emissions Natural World Products in Dunmurry – a producer of peat-free composts and...
Trade Secretary Sets Out Plan to ‘Future-proof UK Economy’
07/11/2022, post ...companies and our showcase will allow investors to experience first-hand how these technologies can have a real impact in the energy sector by streamline processes, reducing emissions and allowing companies...
...tourism industry, and a net-zero maritime sector.” The multi-million-pound Zero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure (ZEVI) competition, launched today, 6 February 2023 – will see innovative companies apply for the funding,...
Indonesian President in Damage Control Over New Capital
10/06/2024, post ...Travelling to Nusantara just a day after the two respected technocrats in charge resigned without explanation, the president broke ground on schools, office complexes and promised foreign investment was coming....
Booze and Cigarettes, the Sunny Uplands: Beyond Brexit
16/08/2021, post Source From Bloomberg Original News HERE What’s happening? U.K. trade continued its recovery in June, and travelers stocked up on alcohol and tobacco, taking advantage of post-Brexit duty-free shopping. Six...
UK seeks to break down digital trade barriers, says minister
20/09/2021, post ...has sought to include agreements on digital trade and common standards in professional services to spur service sector growth. Trevelyan will use her first speech since taking up the role...
Joint review conducted on Batam’s electrical energy security
26/09/2022, post ...the Center for the Development of Free Trade Areas and Free Ports and Special Economic Zone at the BP Batam, Irfan Syakir Widyasa, noted in a statement here on Saturday....
£1.8 Billion Benefits Through Public Sector Productivity Drive
04/03/2024, post ...pre pandemic levels would save the equivalent of £20bn. Plan will free up thousands of police officer hours spent on admin, to instead help tackle crime, and expand the violence...
Asia-Pacific Trade Bloc Deal ‘A Boost For Business’
20/05/2024, post ...trade, investment and in regional security.” British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce CEO, Jennifer Lopez, said: “The ratification of the CPTPP is a pivotal milestone as it symbolises the first free...
Sulawesi’s First Trains Begin Transporting Passengers in Trial
31/10/2022, post ...neighboring Pangkep. The governor said the train will transport South Sulawesi residents for free during the trial until the end of the year. “The trains now come into operational in...
Chancellor Must Outline Sustainable Growth Plan
18/02/2024, post ...existing cliff edge. Government should reform business rates to make it a tax that incentivises growth. The Chancellor should introduce a new internationally competitive tax-free shopping scheme. Findings from the...
Indonesia First in Region to Implement MLFF on Toll Roads: RITS
06/12/2023, post Indonesia is the first country in Southeast Asia to implement the Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) system for barrier-free toll payments based on global navigation satellite systems (GNSS). Director of PT...
...mainly coming from energy and food commodities,” he said. University of Indonesia economist Fithra Faisal Hastiadi said that inflation is a major concern for lower income earners and a “realistic”...
Minister Highlights Health, Knowledge to Optimise Demographic Bonus
06/11/2023, post ...to create job opportunities in order to break free from the tendency of merely searching for jobs. To that end, however, we need to enhance their capabilities,” he emphasised. Source...
BCC CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE EMERGENCY BUDGET
09/05/2022, post ...for a minimum of one year. Address labour shortages by reinstating free Covid tests for companies to ease the strain on productivity caused by persistent high absences Together the three...
Voyage to net zero in maritime underway as UK confirms £12 million for zero emission technologies
30/05/2022, post Zero emission ferries and vessels are one step closer to being a reality, as Maritime Minister Robert Courts today (24 May 2022) confirmed £12 million funding to accelerate the research...
...system could link investors with ministries or agencies, local governments, administrators of special economic zones (KEK), and the Free Port Free Trade Zone (KPBPB). The OSS system can accommodate licensing...
Member to Member Marketplace
17/11/2020, page ...Free Financial Planning Consultation Free Registration & Deposit Fee Exclusive Mercedes-Benz Offer for Britcham Members Title Company Company Name Valid Company Name Promo Code Company Name Patron & Sustaining Sponsors...
BritCham Christmas Party 2022
18/11/2022, event ...city in East Kalimantan—and free nutritious meals for school students. The free meal program marks a new approach to the transitional state budget, incorporating the next government’s initiatives into the...
BRIN Initiates Development of Dengue Vaccine in Indonesia
16/10/2023, post ...produced, the public was expected to be able to receive it for free. “When it comes to the public the price can be cheaper or even free,” he said. Source:...
Support development of Sabang as green port: Coordinating Ministry
13/08/2021, post ...Power and PT Enertec Mitra Solusi to turn Sabang into a green port. The partnership has been registered through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Sabang Free Trade Area...
Electric vehicle uptake to lower current account deficit: DEN
18/05/2021, post ...stated. However, it necessitated the provision of fiscal and non-fiscal incentives, including free parking, free toll road tariff, or cashback while buying electric vehicles to attract public interest to use...
Electric vehicle uptake to lower current account deficit: DEN
16/05/2021, post ...stated. However, it necessitated the provision of fiscal and non-fiscal incentives, including free parking, free toll road tariff, or cashback while buying electric vehicles to attract public interest to use...
...bring. “We urge the government to engage closely with businesses over the coming months on how to get the most value out of the final agreement. Chambers of Commerce stand...
ASEAN Economy to Grow 4.6 Pct This Year
07/08/2023, post ...economy in a much more competitive way,” Singh said. Similar upgrades are underway for ASEAN’s trade deals with its partners. For instance, the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area (AANZFTA), aims...
Gov’t focusing on three things to turn food threat into opportunity
21/06/2022, post ...corporations, and state-owned enterprises, everything must be increased. Don’t do it as (you would on) daily routine,” the President said during the Plenary Cabinet Session at the State Palace, here...
Ministry Launches Program to Promote Tourism Village Packages
23/11/2022, post The Tourism and Creative Economy Ministry has launched the Buy Creative Tourism Village (Beti Dewi) program to promote travel packages to tourism villages across Indonesia. Under the program, the ministry...
The community could save their operational cost around Rp1 million to Rp1.5 million per year by using electric vehicles, estimating that the people buy about six litres of fuel for...
Government extends soybean subsidy for tofu, tempeh producers
03/10/2022, post ...informed at the Presidential Palace. Therefore, President Widodo urged state-owned enterprises (BUMN) to purchase the commodity from farmers at a predetermined price. Source from Antara News Original News HERE...
Jokowi Bans New Coal-Fired Power Plants, With Few Exceptions
16/09/2022, post ...Projects list will be allowed to proceed. The exempted committing over plants must fulfill several requirements, the regulation stipulated. That includes committing to reducing greenhouse gas emissions within ten years...
Economic recovery driven by domestic consumption: Indrawati
09/08/2022, post ...has reminded each ministry and government institution to buy products with high local content to realize the government’s spending, the minister noted after attending a plenary cabinet ministerial meeting on...
UK Parliament investigating food prices amid high inflation
01/08/2022, post ...inquiry by 30 September. The government inquiry comes as U.K. consumers say they their trust in food has declined by 8 percent, according to new research from YouGov commissioned by...
Rishi Sunak could help firms buying British under new tax break plan
20/06/2022, post Businesses who invest by buying products or services from other British firms could receive tax breaks under new plans. Some in government are pushing for the idea as a way...
...for (the distribution to be expedited) at more than 10 thousand (places), so people can buy it at a price of Rp14 thousand,” he stated. Later on, at those places,...
Expect EVs to Help Reduce Fuel Consumption: Minister
03/02/2023, post ...Maritime Affairs and Investment said. Therefore, the government will increase the market share of EVs in the country by up to 10 percent by providing incentives to buy and convert...
[PRESS RELEASE] Andalin signs MoU with Vietnam Industrial Estate
27/04/2022, post ...612 companies and has been named among the top 50 listed companies in 2021 by Forbes Vietnam. Using its trading platforms, Andalin allows manufacturers and distributors in different countries to...
Industry players should use non-subsidized fuel: Energy Minister
12/04/2022, post ...because world oil prices are currently increasing very high. We must be able to allocate this fuel subsidy while disciplining the community to buy fuels based on their rights,” he...
Digital Payment Platforms – Q1 2022 Update
07/03/2022, post ...an existing technology powerhouse – with a broadly-based eco-system – such as Shopee (Bank Seabank Indonesia) and GoTo (Jago Bank). Neo Banks – non-bank Fintech start-ups that offer user applications,...
£25 million funding for high tech machinery on farms
24/01/2022, post ...worth £25 million in total, is the latest installment of the Farming Investment Fund – an umbrella fund which opened in November and is designed to increase productivity on farms....
PM to announce electric vehicle revolution
29/11/2021, post ...Northern Ireland based Catagen Ltd’s development of catalytic converters has helped vehicle manufacturers to reduce emissions. NanoSUN Ltd – a company based in Lancaster – develops and manufactures hydrogen refuelling...
2021 Mandalika WSBK to spark Indonesia tourism revival: Uno
04/11/2021, post ...who buy tickets online will need to scan their PeduliLindungi app, complete their COVID-19 vaccination, and bring their negative antigen swab test results taken 24 hours prior or RT-PCR test...
...bus services, especially in areas of deprivation and for communities who do not have access to a car. The North East Combined Authority will receive nearly £20 million to buy...
Committed to Supporting Development of Local Products: Ministry
08/05/2023, post ...well as state-owned enterprises’ budget; easing the Domestic Component Rate certification for small and medium industries; promotion; and information dissemination, he added. The ministry is also assisting in other types...
...transport procurement can be in the form of retrofits or a combination of retrofits and imports,” he remarked. Retrofit is an approach to add more features or components to existing...
All Cities Should Prepare for Mass Transportation: President
09/01/2024, post ...all cities, especially on Java Island, are already experiencing traffic jams. “Some regions have severe congestion and others have moderate congestion. It was caused by residents’ financial power to buy...
How We’re Fixing the Foundations of the Country
02/09/2024, post ...homes over the next five years. The new targets will boost housebuilding in areas most in need, to help more people buy their own homes, and help drive growth –...
...million investment. Individuals not looking to set up a company must place US$350,000 and US$700,000 to gain a 5-year and 10-year permit respectively. The money can be used to buy...
...trustees have mainly complied with the actions required of them and the Commission notes and welcomes their commitment to complete the outstanding actions promptly. The trustees have been advised to...
Reaping Demographic Dividend in the Digital Era
11/06/2024, post ...comfortable digital economic ecosystem. Consumers’ level of awareness regarding their rights in a digital economic activity highly determines the quality of a transaction. Head of the Communication and Education Commission...
Electric Vehicles at IKN to Start Operating in August 2024: Minister
10/06/2024, post ...KIPP phase 1, in this case related to the procurement of electric buses and operational plans. Then, for 2024 a Buy the Service (BTS) budget has been proposed to serve...
Purchase of 30,083 E-motorcycles Subsidized So Far: Govt
29/05/2024, post ...electric vehicles in Indonesia, comprising two-wheeled vehicles, three-wheeled vehicles, passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and buses, has reached 144,547 units. Earlier, secretary general of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources,...
Good Governance Can Boost Tourism Competitiveness: Deputy Minister
13/02/2024, post Deputy Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy Angela Tanoesoedibjo said that good governance is needed to boost the competitiveness of the tourism sector and creative economy products in Sidoarjo, East...
Indonesia Building Agri Supply Chain Ecosystem to Boost Financing
22/11/2023, post Indonesia’s Ministry of Co-operatives and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) is developing an agricultural supply chain ecosystem to boost financing for the production sector. “The banks are pessimistic about funding...
Indonesia Accounts for 40% Digital Transaction Value in ASEAN: OJK
17/03/2023, post ...including activity on social media to transactions at online stalls (e-commerce), he added. He said that the ICS has been one of the breakthroughs for micro, small, and medium enterprise...
Carbon Tax to Put Indonesia on Track Toward 2030 Climate Goal
22/09/2023, post ...allowable emissions. Businesses can trade emission allowances. In other words, big emitters can buy carbon credits from low-emitting companies if they exceed the limit. Source: Jakarta globe Original News: Click...
Carbon Tax to Give Businesses Alternative to Reduce Emissions: MoF
18/09/2023, post ...Friday. The government has provided an opportunity for businesses to seek carbon credits on their own, he said. However, if they do not want to buy carbon credits, they can...
Source from: Antara News Original News HERE Increasing portion of bank lending for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) could accelerate economic recovery through boosting economic activity and job absorption,...
Maintaining human and natural resources key to sustainable tourism
23/09/2021, post ...of Balinese people are the keys to maintaining sustainable tourism in the island. At a webinar on the 2nd Planet Tourism Indonesia 2021 – ‘Beyond Recovery, Towards Sustainability’, Wednesday, Sukawati...
Digital Economy Expected to Become New Growth Engine
12/04/2022, post ...has channeled more than Rp 5 trillion in credits to approximately 1 million Indonesian customers since the company was founded in 2016. Co-founder Julo Adrianus Hitijahubessy said the company’s services...
Ministry mobilizes all resources to realize bulk cooking oil program
11/07/2022, post ...Hasan emphasized the need for continuous communication and coordination between related stakeholders to help all Indonesians have easy access to buy cooking oil with price in accordance with the government...
Should I pay to top up my State Pension?
15/05/2023, post ...– for example, around tax. If you aren’t on track to get the full State Pension, it’s possible to buy top-ups. Those with big gaps to fill can take advantage...
...comprise subsidized tariffs for train passengers, an urban transportation subsidy under buy-the-service (BTS) scheme, and subsidized tariffs under the sea toll program. At the webinar, Sumadi also called on stakeholders...
Gov’t prioritizing MSMEs to push economic recovery: minister
28/04/2022, post ...and help revive the economy of families and communities in their respective regions,” Fauziyah said. The ministry will also continue to expand training to improve workers’ skills and competence during...
Inflation Holding Steady
22/07/2024, post ...in the UK have access to the capital needed to make productivity gains, especially as we enter into the AI revolution.” Source from British Chambers of Commerce Original News HERE...
Press Release: Foreigners from 23 Countries are Eligible for Visa on Arrival for Tourism
07/03/2022, post Jakarta: The Directorate General of Immigration (DGI) of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights of the Republic of Indonesia has issued regulations for the commencement of Visa on Arrival...
Ministers of Cooperatives, Trade Seek to End Used Clothes Imports
28/03/2023, post ...the impact of used clothing imports because the domestic clothing industry cannot compete with them, considering that illegally imported second-hand clothes enter as waste as they are not subject to...
Gov’t Commences Discussion on Co-operative Bill by Forming Committee
20/01/2023, post The government has formed an inter-ministerial committee (PAK) to discuss the Draft Law on Co-operatives, the Ministry of Cooperatives and Small and Medium-sized Enterprises stated. “This is a momentum to...
Indonesia to Become Largest EV Battery Producer in 2027: Minister
18/01/2023, post ...State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) MIND ID holding and EV battery manufacturers from China Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Limited (CATL) on Monday. “We are ready to enter a new era of building...
Surabaya Offers Packages for Tourists Arriving Through Cruise Ship
12/12/2022, post The Surabaya City Government, East Java, offered four packages for foreign tourists that arrived in the city through a cruise ship. “There are about 27 buses entering Surabaya, and we...
Ministry Asks MSMEs to Create More Products of Global Standard
12/12/2022, post The Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Ministry is encouraging micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to make more products that meet international and large business standards. “Hence, it...
Pre-Employment Card Program helps women entrepreneurs
18/10/2022, post The Pre-Employment Card Program encourages female entrepreneurs to re-enter the labor market by entrepreneurship through various online training provided, Executive Director of the Pre-Employment Card Program Management Denni Puspa Purbasari...
High level of rice stock proves RI’s food system resilience: Jokowi
15/08/2022, post ...receiving the award from the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI). The award was given for Indonesia’s success in achieving food system resilience and rice self-sufficiency during 2019-2021. Jokowi said the...
House speaker urges government to secure diesel fuel availability
31/03/2022, post ...we will enter Ramadan. Thus, the biodiesel crisis that occurs must be addressed immediately. The government must be able to ensure the availability of biodiesel supply so as not to...
The Rise of Industry 4.0 in Emerging Country
04/03/2022, eventElectric vehicle battery industry can be game changer: official
13/01/2022, post ...for realizing its ambitions regarding the electric vehicle industry, quality batteries produced in the country must enter the global market, he said. This also requires building people’s demand for electric...
Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Uno is committed to supporting the implementation of Experience Indonesia 2022 that was initiated by the Indonesian Embassy to the United Kingdom, Ireland, and...
New Import Entry Point Could Boost Economy: Minister
22/07/2024, post ...the entry route for imported goods outside Java to block the circulation of the seven imported commodities that are flooding Indonesian markets. Currently, most imported goods enter through ports in...
PAL Indonesia to Build Frigates under Babcock License
20/09/2021, post ...ship is the predictive maintenance system – which identifies issues early, maximizing value for money for taxpayers. “Indonesia and the UK have an excellent defense and security relationship – facilitated...
Indonesian fishers should be masters in their own country: KSP
15/09/2021, post ...is committed to continuously working to improve the protection and welfare of Indonesian fishers, he added. According to Moeldoko, the MoU and cooperation agreement have been signed so that fishermen...
Sports Ministry, Kadin ink pact to develop domestic sports industry
09/09/2021, post ...products from the industry which can compete in the international market. According to ministry data, around 250 companies are engaged in the sports industry; however, only one company has been...
PaDI can assist MSMEs to boost businesses: SOE minister
07/09/2021, post ...remarked. On Monday, the MSME Digital Market will also launch the latest services as a commitment to streamlining services from SOEs to MSMEs. The demand for entering the digital world...
Finance Minister optimistic demand will improve in 2021
01/09/2021, post ...2021, and not just government spending indicators. “This year, we hope that every demand aggregate element starts to enter the positive zone. Hence, the state budget will not work alone,...
...policies, Uno expects entrepreneurs and the creative economy community to be able to compete in the industrial era 4.0. “Our hope is that entrepreneurs as well as the creative economy...
COVID-19 update_12072021
12/07/2021, post ...Availability – non-negative pressure ICU room without ventilator: 11 Bed Availability – negative pressure isolation room: 169 Bed Availability – negative pressure isolation room: 336 Bed Availability – NICU room...
COVID UPDATE_[25 Jan 2021]
28/01/2021, post ...list of hotels for eligible foreign nationals who enter Indonesia and must go through a minimum 5 days self quarantine. [Circular] Indonesia’s Economic Recovery Plan_updated on 08/01 Government realizes National...
Gov’t Allocates Rp 7 Trillion for E-Motorbike Subsidies
24/03/2023, post ...The incentives for electric motorbikes have now entered into force. According to Finance Minister Sri Mulyani, each unit of brand new electric two-wheelers and a converted e-motorbike that originally ran...
Indonesia, UK plan to build EV battery supply chain: Minister
25/11/2021, post ...cells, and battery packs, ESS, charging stations to recycling. President Jokowi hosted a meeting with several CEOs of large companies in the UK that resulted in an investment commitment worth...
Indonesia prepares strategic plan for developing biodiesel
01/12/2021, post ...the Dumai Refinery Unit II of state-owned oil and gas company Pertamina in 2022,” he said at a webinar monitored here on Tuesday. The company will also build two standalone...
Choose Investment Instruments Based on Financial Goals: Official
19/02/2024, post ...In the next stage, investors can enter investment instruments that are more “attacking,” or with higher risks, such as stocks and crypto, Ridwan said. He observed that the share of...
Government Eyes Selling 50 Thousand Electric Cars In 2024
02/05/2024, post ...the industry to be mature, so that more (companies) can enter. Later, we will evaluate, and of course, communicate with the next government,” he remarked. On the same occasion, Chairperson...
Ministry Devises Scheme To Link MSMEs With Industries
29/04/2024, post The Ministry of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) is preparing a scheme to connect micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with industry players to increase their competitiveness. Speaking...
...as nickel and reaching other commodities, it is still necessary to enter an industry that has at least 70 percent of added value in Indonesia. As for incentives for industrial...
Homes England Funding to Unlock 820 Homes in Oxfordshire
01/04/2024, post ...Abingdon. Following the GFA, Oxfordshire County Council will now enter into a contract with its selected contractor to ‘design’ and ‘build’ the scheme. Detailed design will commence in March 2024,...
25.2 Million MSMEs Entered Digital Ecosystem: Minister
27/05/2024, post Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan stated that 25.2 million micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have entered the digital ecosystem as of 2023. Under the...
New Fishing Policy Targets Sustainability, Economic Growth: Official
10/06/2024, post ...for commercial or industrial purposes, including research, training, or recreational purposes. The policy is enacted to create optimal and sustainable benefits as well as to ensure the sustainability of fish...
BCC Economic Forecast
10/06/2024, post ...they have sustainable long term economic plans. These must play to the UK’s strengths and give companies confidence.” David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said:...
Goct to Expedite Addition of Rice Stocks Ahead of Ramadan: Bapanas
28/02/2024, post ...despite the rice distribution requiring a relatively long time. Several regions have also been projected to enter the harvest season, such as Tuban, Lamongan, and Bojonegoro in East Java, Demak...
...of all sizes and across all sectors are being encouraged to come forward to back the programme. The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), with founding partner Aviva, is establishing a...
...reach 17 million people. This number increased as compared to the realization of 11.68 million visits in 2023. Malaysia is the largest contributor of foreign tourists to Indonesia in 2023,...
Govt to Help Boost Global Market for West Lampung Robusta Coffee
26/01/2024, post ...to compete in the market anymore, he added. “In the past, Lampung was famous for coffee, pepper and cloves, but now it’s just coffee, which also has to compete with...
Asia-Pacific Trade Bloc Deal a Boost for Export Prospects
17/07/2023, post ...businesses in reduced costs to import components from member countries to use in manufactured goods for export. “There are also generous terms for data flows which underpin an increasing part...
General Elections Commission (KPU) member Yulianto Sudrajat stated that all presidential and vice presidential candidate pairs had agreed to the design of the ballot for the 2024 Presidential Election, and...
South Korean Trade Negotiations Can Boost UK
27/11/2023, post ...very welcome. It could deliver for the UK’s food and drink sector, manufacturing companies and services providers, as well as locking in record inward investment into the UK. “South Korea...
COVID-19 update_05072021
05/07/2021, post ...for Domestic Traveller during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Effective from 2 July 2021 Implementation of Micro-Scale Restriction on Public Activities (PPKM)_ updated on 05/07 Java (including Jakarta) & Bali – In...
...has made all preparations to carry out the activity to commence development of the VVIP Airport. The minister stated that President Jokowi would personally lay down the first brick of...
Bakauheni readies 4 harbors, 16 ferries for logistics transportation
10/05/2021, post ...stop them before entering the Bakauheni Port to verify documents. “Just follow the government’s policy, as there will be a verification of documents before they can enter (the port). We...
...enter the digital ecosystem. According to him, the current competition is increasingly high, and MSME players must also improve their capacity to enable them to compete. To this end, the...
...allowed to enter Indonesia through digital commerce platforms, such as books, music, film, and software. Foreign traders are also required to include proof of halal certificates, comply with Indonesian standards,...
Ministry Invites Investment in Tourism Sector
07/08/2023, post ...investors to enter Labuan Bajo,” he said. Tourism investment opportunities in Labuan Bajo include accommodation, amusement parks, theme parks, Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions (MICE), golf courses, commercial centers, renewable...
UK Space Agency Announces New Headquarters And Regional Offices
25/03/2024, post ...a collective vision shared worldwide, and that’s to push our limits and tackle real-world problems through partnership, creativity, and innovation. Further comment UK Government minister for Scotland, Donald Cameron, said:...
Scale of Workplace Equity Challenge Revealed
12/03/2024, post ...now look to come up with practical recommendations for SMEs, to be published in a full report in September. Sarah Howard – chair of the British Chambers of Commerce, and...
Empowering Local Economies – A Key To UK Prosperity
26/02/2024, post ...forces need to come together – the community, business and local government. Among the themes to emerge in the work of the report are the need to provide local government...
...(IOSM) facility at the Westcott Space Cluster in Aylesbury. The facility will provide unique capabilities in the UK where companies can verify, validate and demonstrate a range of in-orbit operations...
Water Quality Index Improved in Some Areas: Ministry
21/02/2024, post Indonesia’s Environment and Forestry Ministry highlighted an improvement in the water quality index (WQI) in 2023 as compared to 2022, as was apparent from an increase in water quality in...
Minister Accepts Council’s Levelling Up ‘Frustration’
12/02/2024, post ...delivering real change to communities. His comments come after Durham County Council announced it was seeking a judicial review of the process, after it spent £1.2m on five failed bids....
Election Positive Boost for Indonesia’s Economy: Ministry
29/01/2024, post ...period tends to boost domestic economic activity through government spending and other consumption, especially non-profit institutions serving households. In addition, activities during the election period can increase the real gross...
Wage Growth Slows as UK Job Market Begins to Stall
22/01/2024, post ...5.25% – a 15-year high – in recent months. Inflation has fallen sharply and financial markets, as well as some economists, have suggested the Bank could cut interest rates soon....
Labour Marker Continues To Slowly Loosen
22/04/2024, post Responding to the latest labour market data from the ONS, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “With the number of vacancies continuing to...
...and I were delighted when hundreds of representatives of that selfless army of people – volunteers who serve their communities in so many ways and with such distinction – were...
Costly Paperwork Burden Lifted for UK Steel Product Exporters
01/04/2024, post Thousands of UK businesses are breathing a huge sigh of relief after the European Union decided to lift a huge paperwork burden. Since last autumn, companies exporting products containing iron...
Skills Focus Vital To Solve Labour Market Conundrum
19/06/2024, post Responding to the latest labour market data published by ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “There are further signs that...
UK and ASEAN Deepen Ties on Financial Services via the New ASEAN-UK Financial Services Collaboration Package
22/04/2024, post ...UK and our longstanding and deep-rooted presence in ASEAN, we are committed to sharing our financial services expertise and capabilities – alongside other leading UK institutions – with ASEAN and...
Digital Trade Enters New Era
05/08/2024, post ...of paperless trade the easier it becomes to use – generating more cross-border commerce, and global economic growth. This Agreement is a win-win for consumers and e-commerce exporters. Allied with...
...speaker. Jeffry Johary, Managing Director of OCS Group Indonesia, underlined the importance of collaboration in making the ESG efforts a reality within Sanur SEZ. “As a global facilities services company...
Equity Commission Urges Action On Workplace Barriers
17/09/2024, post ...the Commission recommends legislative changes, government support for SMEs and proactive measures from employers. Research carried out for the Commission by the polling agency Find Out Now in March revealed...
MSMEs Urged to Join Cooperative for Enhanced Productivity
17/09/2024, post Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises Minister Teten Masduki encouraged players of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to join a cooperative to increase their business scale, productivity, and competitiveness....
BCC Economic Forecast
09/09/2024, post ...investment, support growth and maintain competitiveness. David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “The UK economy has grown at a higher than expected rate in...
UK Secures £400 Million Investment to Boost Clinical Trials
02/09/2024, post ...for commercial clinical trials. Up to 18 new Commercial Research Delivery Centres (CRDCs) will be established across the 4 nations to enhance and build upon the UK’s commercial clinical trials...
Bleak Trade Picture For Most SME Exporters
12/08/2024, post ...World Trade Organisation’s E-commerce agreement and committing to improving our relationship with the EU. “Legislation announced in the King’s Speech also has the potential to ease the problems of regulatory...
BCC: Next Government Must Partner With Business
01/07/2024, post ...Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Global Annual Conference 2024 on Thursday June 27. In her keynote address, she will also urge the next Government to use the BCC’s Election Manifesto as...
Time to look beyond JETP
06/05/2024, post ...2022. A year later, in November 2023, Jakarta published its Comprehensive Investment and Policy Plan (CIPP) for the JETP, and not much seems to have happened since. The nitty-gritty of...
Indonesia’s Solid Fundamentals to Strengthen Rupiah, Says KSSKIndonesia’s Solid Fundamentals to Strengthen Rupiah, Says KSSK
24/06/2024, post President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo convened the Financial System Stability Committee (KSSK) at the Presidential Palace on Thursday to address the recent depreciation of the rupiah and current economic developments. The...
No GDP Growth In April But Broader Trend Ticks Up
19/06/2024, post Responding to the latest labour market data published by ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “There are further signs that...
Creative Industry Needs Capable Human Resources: UI
19/06/2024, post ...According to Wicaksono, students can continue to be creative by gaining fresh experiences and insights from real practitioners in the creative sector. He affirmed that UI’s cooperation with the creative...
Easing Inflation Further Supports Rate Cut Calls
27/05/2024, post Reacting to this morning’s inflation data, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s data showing CPI inflation is at 2.3% is positive news that...
The Future of UK Finance
20/05/2024, post ...– important things – which we need to do more on. But when you boil it down, I am confident that we are – hand in hand with industry –...
Leading Tech Firms Invest over £2 Billion in the UK in One Week
13/05/2024, post Over £2 billion invested by world leading tech companies in the UK this week AI firm CoreWeave are investing £1 billion in the UK Comes as the Chancellor visits the...
Indonesian Workforce Grows 3.55 Mln In Feb: BPS
13/05/2024, post ...compared to the year-ago period. “Meanwhile, the number of unemployed people declined by 0.79 million people,” acting BPS head Amalia Adininggar Widyasanti said at a press conference in Jakarta on...
BCC Quarterly Economic Survey: Business Confidence Boost Fails to Revive Investment
08/01/2024, post ...disproportionately, with nearly a third (32%) of firms reporting a decrease in investment. The BCC’s Quarterly Economic Survey – the UK’s largest and longest-running independent business survey – shows a...
Industry Ministry holds Indonesia 4.0 Conference & Expo 2021
23/08/2021, post Source from Antara News Original News HERE The Industry Ministry held the Indonesia 4.0 Conference & Expo 2021 virtually on August 18-20, 2021, to boost competitiveness of the national industry...
CBRE: The Role of Facility Managers in Achieving Sustainability Targets
28/11/2023, eventInvestment in human resources is key to Indonesia’s growth: minister
17/01/2022, post ...noted that the real challenge for Indonesia is in the form of the knowledge-based economy, wherein during this era, humans and their innovations become the center of growth. Hence, Indonesia...
UK businesses report stronger-than-average growth – CBI
01/11/2021, post ...other services companies – rose slightly to +29 from +27 in September, after hitting its highest since 2014 in August at +34. “Given the headwinds business has faced, achieving above...
Exports, imports to support economic growth in 2022: Trade Ministry
25/11/2021, post ...said. Real exports of goods and services are estimated to grow by 4.16 percent, non-oil exports are estimated to grow 5.40–5.79 percent, while the ratio of exports of services to...
Indonesia Strives to Cultivate Digital Talents
26/11/2021, post Source From Jakarta Globe Original News HERE Indonesia strives to actively cultivate Indonesian digital talents to meet the demands of the growing digital economy, the Minister of Education, Culture, Research,...
2022 state budget focuses on six main policies: President Jokowi
30/11/2021, post ...emissions and the movement to develop the environment in a sustainable manner. We must show real action toward (realizing) a green and sustainable economy,” he added. The 2022 State Budget...
Government sets out plans to clean up the UK’s supply chains to help protect forests
06/12/2021, post ...air and water, home to indigenous communities and some of the most precious biodiversity on Earth – protecting them is essential to our survival. Now the Environment Act has passed...
...near term from a combination of negative real wage growth and stretched household finances amid rising inflation. “Trading conditions for UK exporters are expected to remain difficult over the forecast...
...Hartarto stated at the Sherpa Track-Finance Track G20: Working Lunch in Jakarta, Wednesday. Thus, the series of G20 activities in Indonesia are expected to involve Macro, Small, and Medium Enterprises...
...get more UK businesses, currently just 10%, involved in international trade. This compares to more than 60% of companies which are members of an Accredited Chamber of Commerce. To do...
Digital, cultural transformation savior during pandemic: BRI
25/08/2021, post ...said. “By executing this transformation program, BRI as one of the largest state-owned enterprises is optimistic to take the important role to (support) the economic recovery amid hints of a...
Ministry to underline key points of energy transition at G20
26/01/2022, post ...Head of the Communication, Public Information, and Cooperation Bureau at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources Agung Pribadi said Indonesia is prioritizing three main issues for its G20 Presidency—transition...
Hope B20 will help G20 achieve net-zero emission target: Hartarto
28/01/2022, post ...ensure a greener recovery, he added. Without real and continuous support, the G20 will not be able to achieve the net-zero emissions target by the middle of this century, he...
...reaching London standards, widespread 5G internet, local skills planning and devolution of funding decisions to the local level – take real significance and be enshrined in law. “What must now...
State-owned firms’ CSR program to promote sustainability: Minister
04/02/2022, post State-owned Enterprises Minister Erick Thohir affirmed that the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs of government enterprises would focus on the education, environment, and MSMEs empowerment sectors to promote sustainable community...
Indonesian youth declare support for energy transition
09/02/2022, post ...real contribution to the energy transition program and climate change mitigation actions in Indonesia, he added. Prabowo said that the government has encouraged Indonesia’s young generation to collaborate with working...
Indonesia invites G20 forum to accelerate energy transition
14/02/2022, post ...and the previous G20 presidency in order to achieve carbon neutrality that Indonesia has targeted by 2060 or sooner with real support from the international community,” he explained. Furthermore, Tasrif...
Indonesian G20 pushes for concrete actions in three priority fields
18/02/2022, post ...G20 Presidency sees the importance of real joint actions in all three priority fields towards realizing sustainable global recovery,” Hartarto noted here on Thursday. In the health sector, the Indonesian...
Scotland set to have competing freeports
04/10/2021, post Source from BCC Original News HERE Scotland is set to have two types of freeport, with the UK and Scottish governments setting them up in competition. After the two administrations...
Technology-based services to help taxpayers: minister
19/08/2021, post ...without having to come to the tax office,” she said at the online IT Summit 2021organized by the Taxation Directorate General (DJP), originating from Jakarta on Wednesday. She said the...
UK confirms delivery partner for £288m green heating fund
11/03/2022, post ...project that has excited and engaged the community, industry, finance and political stakeholders. “Heat networks are complex infrastructure projects but the team has demonstrated an ability to inject real immediacy...
The Sustainability Revolution
05/05/2021, post Is it happening? Is it real? What is it? Well to be honest it’s a bit premature and it is not really a revolution but there is now some hope...
Business Still Struggling to Understand Net-Zero Target
04/12/2023, post On the eve of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 28) in Dubai, a groundbreaking survey of 1,000 businesses – mostly SMEs – by the British Chambers of Commerce...
A personal and important message from Ainsley Mann, Chairman of BritCham Indonesia.
13/10/2020, post ...Cities Focus Group When it comes to the subjects of urban planning, architectural design, digital twinning, infrastructure design & provision, renewable energy, waste management, transportation planning and big data analytics...
Keeping Your People Safe in an Uncertain World-Global 1st Tech
30/09/2020, eventEY Indonesia leveraging data analytics and digitization to support the Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises in the fight against COVID-19
18/09/2020, post ...Enterprises (SOE) through pro-bono work to provide a platform to advance the distribution of medical supplies to state-owned hospitals “with transparency and accountability in a timely manner” during the COVID-19...
BritCham Event in association with British Embassy and OCAJI
10/04/2019, eventOmnibus Law: Expectations vs Reality
24/03/2021, eventPupuk Indonesia readies 803,000 tons fertilizer stock before Eid
10/05/2021, post ...the state-run fertilizer company noted in a statement here on Monday. The stock comprises 349 thousand tons of urea, 175 thousand tons of NPK, 102 thousand tons of ZA, 83...
Minister asks industry to adapt to global trends
18/08/2021, post Source from Antara News Original News HERE The national industry must adapt to global dynamics and trends to ensure competitiveness and growth, Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita has said. “Currently,...
March retail sales up 6.1%: BI survey
16/05/2021, post ...“Real Sales Index (IPR) March 2021 grew 6.1 percent (mtm), increasing from the previous month’s growth of minus 2.7 percent (mtm),” executive director of the central bank’s communication department, Erwin...
National economic growth is on right track: Kadin
16/05/2021, post ...of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) for National Entrepreneur Development, Arsjad Rasjid. “The growth in gross domestic product (GDP) in the first quarter of 2021, which was minus 0.74 percent as...
Global, domestic economic recovery starting to show: BI
04/06/2021, post ...head of the Communications Department of Bank Indonesia (BI). From a global perspective, several early indicators have shown a recovery, including an increase in trade volume, commodity prices, and export-import...
Emergency PPKM: BI maintains forecast of 7% credit growth
05/07/2021, post ...spread of COVID-19,” he remarked. Credit growth this year has begun to show positive signals, especially in the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) segment, where it has reached 1.7...
Economic transformation basis for healthy growth: BI
29/07/2021, post ...transformation need to be pursued together as a synergy to accelerate activities in the real sector and to redirect economic performance to its potential growth rate,” he stated at the...
Ministry reveals four keys to escape middle-income trap
05/08/2021, post ...have managed to escape the middle-income trap. This is a real challenge,” she said in an online discussion here Wednesday. The first key is improving the quality of human resources...
...for rural communities. “As part of the B20, Pertamina fully supports and is committed to being active in working group activities, such as the Climate Sustainability Working Group (CSWG), led...
BCC Forecast: UK economic growth to halve this year as domestic & global headwinds soar
07/03/2022, post UK economic growth is expected to halve this year amid soaring inflation, major tax rises, and global shocks – including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. UK Economic Outlook – 2022 The...
Finance, technology needed in climate change-handling strategy: govt
21/10/2021, post ...Transformation Festival event here on Tuesday. “This is a real challenge,” she affirmed. Indrawati stressed that a strategy, in terms of finance and technology, should be prepared in order to...
Scottish Secretary visits Belfast to discuss Union connectivity
04/04/2022, post ...state of the roads on the Scottish side of the ferry link – in particular the A77 and A75 – is an issue highlighted by Sir Peter Hendy in his...
Net Zero Change Pivotal to UK Plc’s Competitiveness
14/06/2023, post ...consider the report before making its final recommendations to Government. Commenting on the proposals, Ms Haviland, said: “Net Zero is simply about commercial competitiveness and positioning companies to seize the...
MPR highlights economic improvement on back of positive recovery
29/08/2022, post ...(August 26) evening, Soesatyo highlighted that optimism for Indonesia’s economic recovery is on the right track, and the CEIC and Verdana Research data showed that government revenue had increased positively...
...Retno added. The president called for intensive communication so there wouldn’t be any prolonged doubt among the international public. Intensive communication is also necessary to be done with relevant parties...
BCC says inflation will climb further in months ahead
24/01/2022, post Commenting on the inflation statistics for December 2021, published today by the Office for National Statistics, Head of Economics at the BCC Suren Thiru, said: “The latest figures confirm that...
Indonesia’s G20 Presidency to bring economic, strategic benefits
06/12/2021, post ...bring economic benefits that, if combined, are 1.5 to two folds higher than that of 2018’s IMF – World Bank Annual Meeting in Bali. Furthermore, Moegiarso spoke of a projected...
Govt sets unhusked rice production target at 55 million tons
08/09/2021, post ...value, job opportunities, and investment in the real sector and industrialization. “In principle, when it comes to commodities, we will focus on developing rice, corn, and local food crops,” he...
...in store as the chancellor’s emergency help is withdrawn. There is a burgeoning consensus that we need an investment boom in new – and, for that matter, certain older –...
BCC Economic Forecast: Upgrade to GDP but UK Economy Flatlining
09/06/2023, post ...the future state of our economy against a still challenging international environment.” David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “UK growth expectations have been upgraded...
BCC Quarterly Economic Survey: Signs Inflation Pressure Easing
05/07/2023, post ...Unit, of over 5,000 firms – 92% of whom are SMEs – also reveals business performance across different sectors varies considerably, with hospitality and retail firms suffering more widely from...
BCC Economic Forecast: Economy to Shrink in 2023 Before Rebounding
13/03/2023, post ...expected to continue with a 4.5% decline in exports predicted across 2023. BCC research also shows that while overall export values have held up, many smaller companies are not reporting...
Minister Encourages Broadcasters to Embrace AI Technology
14/08/2023, post Minister of Communication and Informatics Budi Arie Setiadi has encouraged broadcasters to adopt the latest digital technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI). He made the statement at the 90th National...
Private Investors Set to Begin Construction in Nusantara
21/08/2023, post ...and shopping centers constructed by national private companies,” he added. Bambang revealed that the authority has garnered investment commitments from private companies amounting to Rp 10 trillion ($653.5 million) thus...
Business Still Under-Pressure As Inflation Eases
21/08/2023, post Reacting to the latest inflation data from the ONS, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s news that consumer price inflation continued to ease...
Supporting The Development of Green Tourism
25/10/2023, post ...matching funds and competitive funds from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology. As many as 12 lecturers in PNB, with their sustainability-concept project proposals in cooperation with partners,...
4,400 Indonesian Rivers Can be Tapped for Power Generation: Widodo
01/11/2023, post ...explained. This phenomenon is a real threat to people in various parts of the world. So, tackling it will require collaborative work. Indonesia is fully committed to accelerating the energy...
Export package launched to promote world-class UK seafood overseas
09/05/2022, post ...package will: identify new overseas buyers and connect them with UK seafood companies promote UK seafood at international events increase expertise on British seafood produce in our Embassies and Consulates...
Autumn Statement Gives Hope to Business
27/11/2023, post ...right direction, but nothing can be taken for granted and we must all continue to focus on encouraging companies to grow.” Source from British Chambers of Commerce Original News HERE...
UKEF and Public Financial Institutions Welcome the Government’s 2023 Green Finance Strategy
03/04/2023, post ...Alongside other government levers, we support cutting-edge research, unleash the full potential of start-ups and scale-ups, finance critical infrastructure projects, and realise the massive export opportunities of bringing UK-based solutions...
Qualified human resources key to Labuan Bajo’s tourism growth: govt
07/09/2021, post ...disciplined, then super-priority and sustainable tourism can be realized in Labuan Bajo. Luhut also emphasized that the real commitment of various parties is the key to successful development. Hence, all...
...has been established between Indonesia and the UK. He expects that this series of meetings can bring real results for the development of Indonesian trade and investment. “The ICA signing...
Indonesia has shown commitment to mangrove rehabilitation: BRGM
11/08/2022, post ...is being realized through real action, BRGM’s deputy for planning and evaluation, Satyawan Pudyatmoko, said on the sidelines of the G20 Environment Deputies Meeting and Climate Sustainability Working Group (EDM-CSWG)...
BCC: EYE-WATERING SURGE IN INFLATION RAISING PROSPECT OF RECESSION
23/05/2022, post Commenting on the inflation statistics for April 2022, published today by the Office for National Statistics, Head of Economics at the BCC, Suren Thiru, said: “The jump in UK inflation...
Maneuvering Toward Sustainable Energy Transition in Indonesia
22/02/2023, post ...provides solutions to global energy-related challenges, while creating value for business and society, without compromising the balance of the energy triangle”. Energy is a vital sector as it accounts for...
Green Nudge to Greater Knowledge: COP26 trials launched
27/06/2022, post ...promoting sustainability. Having carried out lots of research in these areas, the majority of our funds are already invested in companies with a strong environmental focus. We are research-driven and...
Jokowi invites G7 countries for clean energy investment in Indonesia
29/06/2022, post ...developing countries faced real risks due to climate change. “Indonesia’s commitment and efforts to climate change and energy transition are very clear,” Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi noted in a press...
£1 billion technology investment to bring railway into 21st century
04/07/2022, post ...playing a vital role in the prosperity of the nation’s economy. The technology, which will be rolled out across the entire southern section of the line – from London’s King’s...
Carbon Tax in 2022 Is Still on The Table Despite Delays
18/07/2022, post ...today and the global economy faces a real possibility of a recession. So, the ministry decided to delay the carbon tax again. “So, we need to focus on the economic...
Green Building Innovation
04/07/2022, event ...services also rose 15.03 percent, while government consumption contracted 7.74 percent. “Government consumption in the first quarter was relatively negative, but this can be compensated for in the third and...
Adopting renewable energy for future of Indonesia’s economic growth
23/05/2022, post Many countries in the world are now competing to apply new and renewable energy (EBT) for their sustainable economic growth. For Southeast Asian countries that depend on the agriculture and...
Fall in Second Quarter GDP a Sign of Difficult Times Ahead
15/08/2022, post Responding to today’s ONS figures on the first estimate of GDP for Q2, David Bharier, Head of Research at the BCC, said: “Today’s 0.1% fall in GDP data is yet...
G20 DIN a space for digital innovation amid recovery: minister
05/09/2022, post The G20 Digital Innovative Network (DIN) event will provide space for digital innovations from start-ups that present real solutions for global recovery, especially after the pandemic, Communication and Information Minister...
Kadin, Central Sulawesi cooperate to develop transportation
19/09/2022, post ...economic development of a region is the supply chain. With this system, there is a network between companies and their suppliers to produce and distribute certain products to final buyers,”...
Soft-Spoken Jokowi Emerges as Surprise Power Broker at G-20
21/11/2022, post ...without any major blow-ups,” said Greg Poling, head of the Southeast Asia program at Washington’s Center for Strategic and International Studies. “After all the political fireworks, they were able to...
...Chris Skidmore – the man who signed our climate commitments into law – for his detailed report today, which offers a range of ideas and innovations for us to consider...
UK Minister for Exports Visits Jakarta to Discuss Railway Projects
02/02/2023, post UK Minister for Exports Andrew Bowie is visiting Jakarta on February 1-2 to reiterate the importance of close commercial ties between the UK and Indonesia and discuss collaboration in key...
OVERSEAS TRADE SINKS IN JUNE AS ECONOMIC HEADWINDS GAIN STRENGTH
15/08/2022, post ...this data shows the risks of weakening, instead of stabilising, our trade relations with the EU. “There is now an urgent need for real delivery by the UK Government’s Export...
Asia Pacific Investors Set to Pour Millions Into UK Tech After Biggest Post-Brexit Trade Deal
12/06/2023, post ...further investment talks later today at the London Eye. This includes a strategic partnership between Malaysian company Sunway Group – one of Southeast Asia’s leading conglomerates – and Cambridge-based venture...
Minister Hasan Distributes Rice Aid During Market Operation in Solo
25/09/2023, post Trade Minister Zulkifli Hasan on Sunday distributed rice aid to underprivileged communities during his working visit to Solo Legi Market in Central Java. The minister attended the market operation...
STEADY JULY FOR UK TRADE – WITH EXPORTS UP
18/09/2023, post ...growth – which accounts for just under half of our overseas trade. “The BCC is recommending that an Exports Council is established by the UK Government to use ONS and...
£80 Million Boost for Coastal Communities and Green Shipping as London International Shipping Week Gets Underway
11/09/2023, post ...UK Government funding will benefit communities in Orkney – with 2 new electric ferries – and Aberdeen through the introduction of low carbon technology to its maritime sector. The environment,...
Adaptation to Climate Change Prevents GDP from Falling 1.24 Percent
11/09/2023, post ...plan to achieve the emission-free target by 2060. One of the approaches is by making policies and conducting regulatory reform in obtaining investment from the private sector. “Hence, if there...
Third ASEAN Economic Ministers-UK Consultation – Joint Statement
21/08/2023, post ...in order to navigate the challenging global environment, stronger and more impactful cooperation is essential. The Meeting reaffirmed its commitment to a rules-based, non-discriminatory, open, free, inclusive, equitable, and transparent...
...agriculture sectors, we can make progress in realizing a world where food security is not just a goal, but a reality,” she remarked. Motivated by this goal, the ministry held...
Transjakarta to Have 100 Electric Buses by End of 2023
14/06/2023, post ...some adjustments,” Syafrin said. According to Syafrin, the remaining 70 buses will come from operators Mayasari Bakti and Bianglala, among others. State-run bus company Perum PPD, which recently merged with...
2022 Gernas BBI must reach members of Indonesian diaspora: ministry
21/02/2022, post The Ministry of Co-operatives and Small and Medium Enterprises’ Deputy for SMEs Hanung Harimba Rachman has expressed hope that this year’s Proud of Indonesian-Made National Movement (Gernas BBI) would attract...
Ministry targets to inoculate 300,000 MSME players
02/08/2021, post ...Hippindo, the East Java provincial government, the TNI, the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce (Kadin), and the East Java Entrepreneurs Association Communication Forum (Forkas) for the vaccination program for MSME players....
The Mobile Telecoms Industry in Indonesia Enters The 5G Era
01/11/2021, post ...technology, increased service affordability and the creation of pervasive customer-centric experiences – all brought about by competitive pressures – are the main stimulants of growth in the sector. In addition,...
...save them money and attract new customers – ultimately helping them maintain a competitive advantage locally and globally. The commitments build on the government’s recently published Net Zero Strategy, which...
West Kalimantan’s advantage amid Indonesia’s G20 Presidency
21/02/2022, post ...the Sunda Strait, Karimata Strait, Natuna Sea, and the South China Sea. ALKI is set to connect two free waters, namely the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. Meaning that...
World Surf League Championship Tour in Banyuwangi goes along with environmental campaign
30/05/2022, post ...there seems to be no paradise free of waste,” he added. “The competition also runs alongside a joint environmental campaign wherever we are,” Regent Ipuk said. No residents live in...
Support acceleration of motorcycle conversion: Minister Sumadi
05/10/2022, post ...(SRUT) for free to provide convenience. Currently, there are about 28 thousand SRUTs of electric vehicles that we have completed,” he said. Source from Antara News Original News HERE...
Jakarta MRT Provides Solar Charging Stations in Dukuh Atas TOD
10/11/2022, post ...Central Jakarta. “We will disseminate information regarding these solar charging stations to the community with our key partners, namely the Jakarta Environmental Service (DLH) and the state-owned electricity company, PLN,”...
...vision and mission, they are committed to developing Indonesia by paying close attention to the welfare of people in villages, with the aim of realising an equitable economy that will...
EIBN Joint Oktoberfest 2023
28/08/2023, eventIndonesia’s GDP Growth Holds just Above 5% in Q2
05/08/2024, post ...new measures to boost activity in the second half of 2024. Gross domestic product in the April-June quarter expanded 5.05 per cent from a year earlier, compared with 5.11 per...
UK and South Korea to Launch Talks on New Trade Deal as Korean Businesses Back Britain with £21 Billion of Investment
27/11/2023, post ...on a modernised trade deal with South Korea to boost trade and strengthen our relationship with a key ally. It comes as Korean businesses commit £21 billion of investment into...
...Chambers of Commerce, UKEF has set out ambitions to support 1,000 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) a year by 2029. Greater access to business financing will support enterprise growth across...
Indonesia Offers Unique Potential for Investors
05/12/2022, post ...‘Top 10’ of all developing countries in respect of total foreign direct investment (FDI) activity. Having secured political and social stability – coupled with macro-economic resilience – Indonesia is evolving...
Widodo to Meet Business Actors at IKN Palace
30/07/2024, post ...Command, East Kalimantan Regional Police, Military Resort Command, North Penajam Paser Resort Police, and North Penajam Paser Military District Command. Jokowi began working from his IKN office on Monday. On...
Most SMEs Still Struggling to Embrace AI
29/07/2024, post ...new data shows that B2B companies are most likely to be currently using AI (33%). Meanwhile, manufacturing firms are the sector least likely to be using AI technology (19%) –...
UK “Open for Business” as Trade Secretary Heads to G7
22/07/2024, post ...free, fair trade. It’s why our Chancellor is pursuing a clear-eyed strategy of ‘securonomics’ – prioritising economic strength and resilience to increase market confidence and spur growth. Governments cannot rely...
Bung Karno Stadium to be Declared National Strategic Project
15/07/2024, post ...Management Center. According to data presented by the Management Center on December 31, 2021, the estimated total value of assets within the SUGBK Complex was registered at Rp348.11 trillion (US$21.5...
The Road Ahead for Indonesia—One of the Fastest Growing Economies in Asia | Opinion
24/06/2024, post ...comes to children; to provide free meals to pupils at schools across the country, for instance. I am optimistic that through such policies, we will increase school attendance and performance...
Dr Paul Golby Confirmed As New Energy System Operator Chair
06/05/2024, post ...Zero Select Committee on 24 April after a competitive recruitment process. Appointing Dr Golby as NESO’s inaugural chair is a key milestone that demonstrates the government is fulfilling its plan...
Prioritise Sustainable Travel: Minister To Tourists
25/04/2024, post ...realize carbon-free tourism. Meanwhile, his ministry also conveyed its programs to support Earth protection at the UN General Assembly Sustainability Week in New York some time ago. The concrete efforts...
Anniversary of Edinburgh Reforms Marks Further Progress
11/12/2023, post ...and grow a business.” Miles Celic, Chief Executive Officer, TheCityUK, said: “The Edinburgh Reforms – and the subsequent Mansion House Reforms – were a positive signal of the government’s commitment...
Leader for a Day 2024, “Inspire Inclusion”
18/03/2024, post ...Meeting with the Mayor of Rivera – Cr. Richard Sander. Meeting with the Binational Commission on Gender-Based Violence: integrated by the Commission for a life free of GBV (INMUJERES, MIDES...
Ministry Continues Push to Develop Creative Economy Products
12/03/2024, post ...Toba, Ternate, Tanjung Pinang, Labuan Bajo, and Merauke. The series of activities for free AKI registrations will be held until the end of March and will be open to all...
Indonesia is One Step Closer to Becoming OECD Member: Minister
22/02/2024, post ...member. According to the minister, the government and OECD will work together to devise the road map that will focus on several priority issues, such as free trade and investment,...
Marsudi Optimistic of Future Leader Continuing Diplomatic Success
19/02/2024, post ...future. The minister also expressed confidence that her successor would continue to adhere to Indonesia’s diplomacy principles, such as the free and active policy and the spirit of the Bandung...
BCC Welcomes UK Supply Chain Strategy
22/01/2024, post ...the war in Ukraine, and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East show the UK’s deep connectivity with the rest of the world for key medicines, communications technology and components for...
Govt Looking to Create 100,000 Digital Talents in 2024
22/01/2024, post The Ministry of Communication and Informatics is targeting to draw as many as 100 thousand people to its Digital Talent Scholarship (DTS) training program in 2024 to boost the number...
EIBN Joint Gathering New Year Reception
09/01/2024, event£1,000 Yearly Tax Cut for Households from Today
08/01/2024, post ...on to an extra £2,690 free from tax whilst taking 2.2 million people out of paying tax altogether. Today’s tax cut combined with above-inflation increases to tax thresholds since 2010...
PM Statement at G20 Press Conference: 16 November 2022
21/11/2022, post ...create the conditions that will help the UK – and other global economies – return to growth. At this summit G20 partners have come together to strengthen our international economic...
Vice House Speaker asks govt to protect small, medium suppliers
20/09/2021, post ...in the country. “Don’t let them get involved in unlimited free competition. They will no doubt lose to minimarkets managed by giant companies,” he said in a written statement released...
Archipelago Day Momentum to Realize Blue Economy: Minister
14/12/2022, post ...A number of activities were organized by the Investment Ministry for commemorating Archipelago Day this year, including the Sea Cleaning Movement, Love to Eat Fish Campaign, Archipelago Culinary Competition, as...
Prime Minister Confirms Move to Plan B in England
13/12/2021, post ...variant and reduce the chances of the NHS coming under unsustainable pressure, while buying time to deliver more boosters. While it is likely there is some level of reduced vaccine...
Foreign Secretary launches new International Development Strategy
23/05/2022, post ...the UK’s foreign policy which uses all the levers available – including development, diplomacy, investment, trade, defence and intelligence – to deliver on our foreign policy objectives. The strategy will...
Trade Remedy Authority instructed on steel safeguards measures
28/03/2022, post ...in preparing for this call-in and looks forward to supporting the Secretary of State in completing the reconsideration, which is due to be completed by 30 June 2022. Source...
...year. Dedicated to creating a world free from shipping emissions, UK SHORE will implement a comprehensive research and development programme, including a multi-year CMDC, and will work in partnership with...
Indonesia Pursues Bilateral FTA with UK during Trevelyan Visit
24/02/2022, post ...of exploring a bilateral FTA for the future,” Lutfi said in a joint news conference. “And I hope this will come into realization sooner than later considering the potential benefit...
New laws to strengthen national security come into effect
10/01/2022, post The National Security and Investment (NSI) Act – the biggest shake-up of the UK’s national security regime for 20 years – has fully commenced today (4 January 2022). From today,...
Indonesia’s fish export acceptance rate reaches 98 percent: Ministry
17/12/2021, post ...To enhance domestic inter-province transfer of fisheries products, Rina echoed her agency’s commitment to providing free-of-charge domestic transfer certification in line with Government Regulation No. 85 of 2021. The agency...
Source From Shropshire Star Original News HERE The Government must make forcing companies to lower shipping costs for UK businesses a “top priority”, the director of a London-based toy company...
...to encourage exports by cutting levies on the commodity. “Issues concerning FFB prices cannot be [disclosed] at the present time, because we also have to consider developments,” Coordinating Maritime Affairs...
Indonesia receives 21.2 million doses of Sinovac bulk vaccine
28/07/2021, post ...doses, he informed. “We need to emphasize that vaccination is a government strategy to deal with the pandemic. Vaccination needs to be complemented by community discipline and it must be...
UK’s New Trading Scheme to Lower Tariffs for Indonesia
26/07/2021, post ...create a million jobs in Indonesia. “The proposed DCTS scheme signals the UK’s appetite to promote global free and fair trade, as well as demonstrating our commitment to Indonesia, by...
Governor Ridwan Kamil Emergency Response
23/07/2021, post ...free to delegate to an appropriate colleague. FROM THE OFFICE OF WEST JAVA GOVERNOR RIDWAN KAMIL Governor Ridwan Kamil wants to meet multinational companies who operate in West Java to...
PANDEMIC EMERGENCY
23/07/2021, post ...countless efforts worthy of support, but in many cases our members would struggle with the governance behind making financial contributions to entities with whom there is no pre-existing commercial relationship....
BCC calls for Government to work with business on accession talks for the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
28/06/2021, post ...Zealand free trade negotiations are completed, the UK should have preferential trade agreements with all of its potential CPTPP partners other than Malaysia and Brunei. “If accession is successfully completed,...
PEN, vaccination programs, incentives key for sustaining recovery
06/05/2021, post ...the total fund, with a big chunk of Rp49.07 trillion flowing into the social protection program, the minister disclosed. The second aspect is accelerating the free COVID-19 vaccination program, which...
Pertamina Confident of Stopping LPG Import by 2027
19/05/2021, post Source from: Tempo Original News HERE State-owned oil and gas company Pertamina President Director Nicke Widyawati expressed confidence in the plan to stop LPG imports by 2027. She said this...
EIBN (EU – Indonesia Business Network) Joint Gathering 2022
08/06/2022, eventInvestment Ministry to distribute NIBs to individual MSEs in Medan
20/07/2022, post ...Medan would be attended by Investment Minister Bahlil Lahadalia, State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) Minister Erick Thohir, Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Minister Teten Masduki, and North Sumatra Governor Edy...
OCS Group Indonesia Proudly Supported the World Environment Day
06/06/2023, post ...initiative near its head office at Cibis Park complex in South Jakarta. This special ceremonial event celebrated the company’s commitment to protecting our planet. By planting trees, OCS Group Indonesia...
...the leadership team to open up new markets, support companies across the country to trade and protect British businesses from unfair competition.” Source from GOV UK Original News HERE...
BCC Responds to New Australia and New Zealand Trade Deals
31/05/2023, post ...begin today as the first trade agreements agreed by the United Kingdom since it left the European Union come into force. “Combined bilateral trade with Australia and New Zealand amounts...
...a UK SAF industry by Philip New, former CEO of the Energy Systems Catapult and BP Alternative Energy. The independent evaluation – commissioned by the Department for Transport – assesses...
SMEs Ministry Urges Indonesians to Use Local Products
20/03/2023, post Deputy of small and medium enterprises at the Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Ministry Hanung Harimba Rachman has urged Indonesians to use local products instead of buying branded...
Close the Care Gap: Siloam Hospitals Committed to Fight Cancer for a Healthier Indonesia
27/02/2023, post Jakarta, 7 February 2023 – In World Cancer Day, Mochtar Riady Comprehensive Cancer Center once again expressed its commitment and participation in increasing awareness and pushing preventive efforts, detection, and...
...to ensure a smooth 2023 Eid homecoming movement are preparing public transportation armada to anticipate passenger surges and organizing free homecoming trips to help reduce the use of personal modes...
Chancellor Sets Out Long-term Vision to Grow the Economy
30/01/2023, post ...out his aim to increase enterprise, supporting businesses by using our new-found Brexit freedoms to review regulations in key growth sectors to make it easier for companies to innovate, alongside...
Government Kickstarts £2.6 Billion Investment in Communities as UK Takes Back Control of EU Funding
12/12/2022, post ...plans approved today, England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are all receiving at least as much as they did before, while also being free from bureaucratic EU processes and having...
77th Independence Day momentum to realize food security: ID FOOD
15/08/2022, post The commemoration of the 77th Independence Day can be a momentum to realize food security for all people, state-run food holding ID FOOD has said. “On the 77th anniversary of...
New EHRC Commissioners Appointed
05/12/2022, post Minister for Women and Equalities appoints two new Commissioners to the Equality and Human Rights Commission Board With a track record of promoting racial equality and free expression, they each...
Chancellor Brings Forward Further Medium-Term Fiscal Plan Measures
24/10/2022, post ...VAT-free shopping scheme for non-UK visitors to Great Britain. Not proceeding with this scheme is worth around £2 billion a year. Freezing alcohol duty rates from 1 February 2023 for...
EIBN (EU – Indonesia Business Network) Joint Gathering
27/04/2023, event ...to realize digital transformation as well as to expand access for MSMEs, so they can compete and become part of the global supply chain through the Inclusive Closed Loop scheme,”...
Joint Oktoberfest 2022
20/09/2022, eventRed tape cut for thousands of growing businesses
03/10/2022, post ...Minister Liz Truss announced earlier today. Currently, small businesses are presumed to be exempt from certain regulations. However, many medium sized businesses – those with between 50 and 249 employees...
Bangka Belitung gov’t maps out investment potential, opportunities
26/09/2022, post ...providing them with incentives such as providing free land, and equity participation. He said that those attending the gathering might have experience that could be shared,and the regional heads who...
Visiting UK
12/09/2022, post ...the UK. Apply for a Standard Visitor visa online – if you need one. When you arrive in England from abroad you do not need to take any COVID-19 tests,...
Jokowi Says Govt Outlines Rp3,613.1 Trillion Spending Plan for 2025
19/08/2024, post ...sector will get Rp197.8 trillion—or 5.5 percent of the total state spending—to enhance service quality, reduce stunting, combat infectious diseases, and provide free health checks. Food security is a priority...