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05/08/2026

Indonesia's Economy Beats Forecasts, Expands 5.29% in Second Quarter

Indonesia's economy beat expectations with 5.29 percent growth in the second quarter of 2026, driven by resilient consumer spending and investment despite tighter monetary policy and global economic headwinds.

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04/08/2026

Indonesia's June Imports Jump 34.27% on Raw Material, Oil Purchases

Indonesia's imports jumped 34.27 percent year-on-year in June, driven by higher purchases of raw materials and oil and gas products, contributing to the country's second consecutive monthly trade deficit.

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04/08/2026

Indonesia Prepares New Electric Vehicle Incentives as Government Reviews Automotive Policy

Indonesia is preparing a new package of electric vehicle incentives as the government reviews measures to support EV adoption, domestic production and the development of the national automotive industry.

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01/08/2026

EKONID Launches Member Visit Program in July 2026

EKONID launched its Member Visit program in July 2026, visiting six member companies to strengthen direct exchange and gain first-hand insights into their activities in Indonesia.

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31/07/2026

Surabaya Rail Investment Highlights Growing Indonesia-Europe Transport Cooperation

Germany is providing EUR 236 million to support the first phase of the Surabaya Regional Railway Line, which will modernise, double-track and electrify the Surabaya–Sidoarjo corridor ahead of construction expected to begin in 2027–2028.

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29/07/2026

Indonesia Seeks US Tariff Exemption for Palm Oil Exports

Indonesia has asked the United States to exempt palm oil from new import tariffs imposed under a Section 301 investigation, while a separate US review of excess manufacturing capacity remains underway.

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23/07/2026

EKONID Hosts CEO Business Roundtable

On 23 July 2026, EKONID brought together CEOs from German member companies in Indonesia for a business roundtable focused on the country’s evolving business landscape, regulatory developments, and new initiatives designed to better support members’ needs.

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16/07/2026

Indonesia to Make Corporate Packaging Waste Management Mandatory

Indonesia plans to require companies to finance and manage the collection and recycling of their packaging waste under a new extended producer responsibility regulation, a move that could affect around 10,000 manufacturers, including multinational consumer goods companies.

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15/07/2026

EKONID Hosts EIBN Coordination Meeting 2026

On 15 July 2026, EKONID hosted the 2026 EIBN Coordination Meeting, bringing together European business chambers in Indonesia to exchange updates, align priorities, and strengthen collaboration in supporting the European business community.