Indonesia to Lower Coal Production in 2026
The Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) recently confirmed that coal production in 2026 will be reduced to approximately 600 million tons. In comparison, the national coal production in 2025 reached 790 million tons. At a press conference on "2025 ESDM Sector Performance Results" held in Central Jakarta on January 8, 2026, he stated that he had met with the Director General of Minerals and Coal to revise the Work Plan and Budget (RKAB) in order to reduce output. He noted that the specific figure for the RKAB is still being calculated by the Director General, but it will be around 600 million tons.
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Indonesia Imposes Safeguard Tariffs on Cotton Textiles from January 10
Indonesia will impose safeguard measures (BMTP) on certain imported cotton textile products in early 2026 to curb the influx of foreign textiles into the Indonesian market. The policy is incorporated into <strong>Minister of Finance Regulation No. 98 of 2025</strong>, signed by the Minister of Finance on December 31, 2025, and officially takes effect 10 days after promulgation, i.e., January 10. The purpose of the safeguard tariff is to compensate for serious losses suffered by domestic industries due to import surges, or to prevent the risk of serious injury to relevant industries, thereby assisting domestic industries in making necessary adjustments.
Indonesian Customs Strengthen Supervision to Ensure 336 Trillion Rupiah Tax Revenue Target
The Directorate General of Customs and Excise of the Indonesian Ministry of Finance announced comprehensive reinforcement of import and export supervision to ensure the successful achievement of the 336 trillion rupiah customs and excise revenue target by 2026. Starting from 2026, the government plans to impose new export duties on coal and gold. Customs will simultaneously upgrade supervision quality, implement risk-oriented enforcement models, and expand the tax base for customs duties, export duties, and excise. The Director of User Communication and Guidance at the Directorate General of Customs and Excise stated that in the import duty sector, the department will focus on developing an AI-driven*
Start Date of Ramadan 2026 in Indonesia Confirmed
Muslims are about to welcome the sacred month of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and the start date of Ramadan 2026 has once again become a public focus. The Ministry of Religious Affairs, through the "2026 Indonesian Hijri Calendar," predicted that the first day of Ramadan 1447 AH is expected to fall on February 18, 2026 (Wednesday) or February 19, 2026 (Thursday). The government's final official determination will be based on the results of the moon sighting conference held at the end of Sha'ban. Meanwhile, the Muhammadiyah organization of Indonesia has already determined, based on the global unified Hijri calendar, that the first day of Ramadan 1447 AH is
Indonesia Becomes Top Overseas Investment Destination for Chinese Enterprises
With the world's largest nickel ore reserves, a young labor force, and continuously improving investment policies, Indonesia has become the preferred destination for Chinese enterprises' overseas industrial and energy investments. Data from the General Administration of Customs of China shows that in the first 11 months of 2025, bilateral trade between China and Indonesia reached US$150.3 billion, already exceeding the total trade volume for the entire year of 2024. Indonesia's downstream industry strategy, which requires mineral resources to be processed domestically rather than exported as raw ore, precisely provides China with a stable source of critical minerals and a strategic manufacturing base. The electric vehicle industry chain is a key area of cooperation between the two countries.
Chinese Petrochemical Enterprise Enters Indonesia's Special Economic Zone
Indonesia's state-owned gas company (PGAS) Third Sales and Operations Region confirmed that a new Chinese investor has decided to enter the Gresik Special Economic Zone (JIIPE) in East Java. After an in-depth comparison with industrial zones in Central Java and Batam Island, the investor ultimately selected East Java as the investment destination. The head of PGAS Surabaya Third Sales and Operations Region stated that this upcoming petrochemical enterprise is expected to become a major natural gas consumer, with demand potentially accounting for 40% of the total gas consumption of the Gresik petrochemical base. He emphasized
Indonesia's Eight Major Tax Policies for 2026
Fiscal year 2026 marks the first full year in which the Minister of Finance, who took office in September 2025, will implement tax policies for the entire year. He clearly stated that no new taxes will be introduced or tax rates increased in 2026, even though the tax revenue target is set at IDR 2,357.7 trillion, an increase of 7.69% from IDR 2,189.3 trillion in 2025. He indicated that tax rates will only be considered for adjustment after economic growth consistently exceeds 5%, ideally reaching 6%, and after a significant improvement in public purchasing power. Regarding Value Added Tax (PPN), there are currently no plans for adjustment, unless
Indonesian Government to Overhaul Mining and Oil & Gas Sectors
The Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources recently emphasized that strict measures will be taken against holders of problematic mining business licenses (IUP), including companies that have failed to fulfill their obligations to the state. This demonstrates the government's commitment to overhauling the national mining governance and maximizing benefits for the public. He noted that sound mining management can increase state revenue, which can then be used for regional development, nutritious food, healthcare, education, and infrastructure construction. Alongside strict enforcement, future mining management will focus on environmental protection to prevent disasters such as floods and landslides caused by mining activities; mining activities should also promote