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Indonesia Targets Full Operation of Carbon Market by June 2026
Indonesia is aiming to have its national carbon market fully operational by the end of June 2026, with large-scale carbon trading expected to commence in July. The target is supported by Presidential Regulation No. 110 of 2025, which establishes the legal and institutional framework for implementing carbon economic value instruments…
Indonesia Boosts Domestic Demand and Exports amid Global Headwinds
Indonesia is strengthening its domestic market and export performance through a series of priority trade programs aimed at maintaining economic resilience amid increasing global volatility. The Ministry of Trade is focusing on improving the competitiveness of local products to ensure they dominate the domestic market while reducing reliance on imports.…
Indonesia Hits Top Five in Iron and Steel Exports via Downstreaming
Indonesia has successfully entered the world’s top five exporters of iron and steel products, marking a significant milestone driven by the government’s downstreaming strategy. Trade Minister Budi Santoso stated that Indonesia has climbed sharply from 17th place in 2019 to fifth position globally, now ranking behind China, Germany, Japan, and…
Indonesian Manufacturing PMI Strengthens to 52.6 Level in Early 2026
The Indonesian Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) was recorded in the expansion zone in January 2026, rising to 52.6 from 51.2 in the previous month. This strengthening serves as evidence that the national industrial fundamentals remain secure despite challenges from global supply chain disruptions and weakening export orders. High domestic…
