Human Trafficking Recruiters Still Operate Widely
KN. Indonesia has tightened border controls to combat human trafficking and illegal labor recruitment. Between January and July 2026, immigration authorities prevented 8,287 Indonesians from departing through unauthorized employment channels…
Indonesia’s Trade Balance Records $450 Million Deficit in June 2026
Central Statistics Agency (BPS) Distribution and Services Statistics Deputy Ateng Hartono said that Indonesia’s trade balance recorded a $450 million deficit in June 2026 as imports exceeded exports. “The deficit…
Indonesia Prepares Long-Term Contract for Russian Crude
Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said that the Indonesian government is willing to purchase Russian oil on a long-term basis. He added that the second phase of crude…
Indonesian Industry Trapped in Shadow of U.S. Tariff Uncertainty
KN. Indonesia’s 10 percent additional U.S. tariff gives Indonesian exports a relative advantage over products from Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines, which face higher rates, but business groups say the…
Government Launches Program to Repatriate Citizens’ Assets
KN. The government plans to launch a program early next year to repatriate assets held overseas by Indonesian citizens, targeting Singapore, the United States, and China. The Finance Ministry and…











