China's Investment in Indonesia Exceeds RMB 254 Billion
According to the latest data from the Investment Ministry, from 2020 to the first half of 2025, China's cumulative direct investment in Indonesia reached IDR 578 trillion (approximately RMB 254 billion), an increase of 31% compared to six years ago, firmly positioning it as one of Indonesia's largest foreign investment sources. Investment focuses on three major sectors: metal processing industry (44%) with key investments in the North Maluku nickel industrial park, exceeding IDR 254 trillion. Transportation and communication (18%) include ports, 5G infrastructure projects, etc.; chemical and pharmaceutical (10%) drive the upgrade of the local pharmaceutical industry chain. 60% of funds are invested outside Java Island,
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From 500MW to 7GW: Indonesia's Ambitious Nuclear Power Layout Exposed
Chinese Companies Accelerate Entry into Indonesia's Aluminum Industry Chain
Giant North Java Sea Wall Project Set to Launch
Latest Regulations for Foreign Citizens Entering Indonesia
According to the latest notice from the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Guangzhou, starting September 1, 2025, all international passengers arriving at Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK), Bali Denpasar Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS), and Surabaya Juanda Airport (SUB) must use the All Indonesia declaration system for entry declaration. Meanwhile, all international airports in Indonesia will fully implement this regulation starting October 1, 2025. Passengers can download the All Indonesia application on the App Store and Google Pla
Chinese Brand Trucks Dominate Indonesian Mining Market
According to Indonesia's Law No. 22 of 2009 on Road Traffic, imported trucks (CBU) operating only in mining/industrial zones are exempt from SRUT certification (vehicle type registration test). The applicable scenarios are internal mining transport, closed industrial zones, and other non-public road operations. Reasons for exemption include: vehicle design only suitable for complex mining terrain (e.g., 40° slopes), maximum speed ≤40 km/h, not meeting public road safety standards; exemption from testing reduces import costs by 20% (price of Chinese Shacman trucks drops to IDR 1.8 billion). The mining truck market is currently
Indonesian Textile Association Questions Unfair Import Quota Allocation
The Secretary General of the Indonesian Synthetic Filament Association publicly questioned the systemic unfairness in import quota allocation, where some companies received 100% capacity quotas while most companies received only 30-50%. Over 20 textile companies are actually controlled by 4 individuals, monopolizing quota resources. From 2024 to 2025, yarn and fabric imports surged 239% (from 14.07 million kg to 47.88 million kg), forcing 60 local textile mills to close, triggering massive layoffs. The association demanded that the Minister of Industry thoroughly investigate the quota approval department (retrospective of 8 years of data), but the Ministry of Industry spokesperson instead accused association members of exploiting
Indonesian Ministry of Industry Criticizes Trade Association for Duplicity
The Ministry of Industry pointed out that the Indonesian Synthetic Filament Yarn Association, on one hand, demands the government strengthen import restrictions to protect the domestic industry, while on the other hand, it condones its member companies significantly increasing raw material imports, creating policy arbitrage. From 2024 to 2025, the total import volume of yarn and fabric by association members surged from 14.07 million kg to 47.88 million kg, an increase of 239%. Fifteen companies utilizing bonded zone policies circumvented scrutiny through General Import Licenses. In fact, tariff protection for polyester staple fiber extends until 2027, for synthetic fiber yarn until 2025, and for fabric until 2027.
Indonesia Establishes the North Java Coast Authority
President Prabowo signed a presidential regulation establishing the North Java Coast Authority (Badan Otorita Pantura), with two key tasks: leading the construction of the giant sea wall project and attracting investment to the north coast region. The chairman is Deputy Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries Didit Herdiawan Ashaf, with vice chairmen Darwin Trisna Djajawinata and Suhajar Diantoro. The steering committee includes Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Y
China's Xinjiang Signs Multiple Investment and Industrial Synergy Agreements with Indonesia
The China Committee of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) and the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps jointly hosted the "China (Xinjiang) - Indonesia Economic and Trade Exchange" in Jakarta. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening economic cooperation in multiple fields, extending beyond trade to cover supply chain development, halal industry strengthening, and creating long-term mutually beneficial opportunities. The cooperation is based on mutual respect, reciprocity, and the large Muslim populations of both sides, and Xinjiang's industrial strengths in agriculture, logistics, energy, and healthcare align with the priorities of President Prabowo's government. Additionally, in the first five months of 2025, bilateral trade between Indonesia and China reached
Xiaomi Dominates Southeast Asia and Indonesia Smartphone Markets in Q2
In the second quarter of 2025, Xiaomi surpassed all competitors to become the champion in both the Southeast Asian smartphone market (25 million units shipped, down 1% year-on-year) and the Indonesian market. This marks the first time Xiaomi has reclaimed the top spot in the region since Q2 2021. Xiaomi shipped 4.7 million units in Southeast Asia, capturing a 19% market share (up 8% year-on-year), while its market share in Indonesia reached 21%, driven by the popularity of the Redmi series, an extensive distribution network (direct sales + operator partnerships), strong growth from sub-brand Poco (shipments more than doubled), and the notable success of the flagship Xiaomi 15 series (up 54% year-on-year).