# bilateral

Indonesia Seeks Fast-Track Panda Bond Approval from China

Indonesia secured China's support for a planned Panda Bond issuance to diversify funding and expand its investor base.
Business Jun 19, 2026 | 1:58 pm

Purbaya Courts Chinese Investors Ahead of Panda Bond Issuance

Indonesia is turning to China’s bond market to diversify funding sources and deepen bilateral financial cooperation.
Business Jun 17, 2026 | 3:04 pm

Jakarta Seeks Singapore Investment for MRT Expansion Projects

The meeting reinforced a longstanding relationship between Pramono and Wong, dating back to their respective roles in the government.
News Jun 16, 2026 | 9:31 pm

Prabowo Woos Germany’s Steinmeier for EV Investment as EU Pact Nears

Years passed since Steinmeier's last visit, but Indonesia's offer remains the same: for Germany to invest in its EV sector.
Business Jun 15, 2026 | 3:04 pm

Indonesia’s Trade Pact with Canada to Kick In By End-2026

Indonesia will likely ratify the Canadian trade pact via presidential regulation.
Business Jun 15, 2026 | 9:16 am

Tariff-Free Indonesian Palm Oil to Keep Dominance in US

Indonesia will not lose its market dominance to rival producer Malaysia ahead of a Section 301 tariff exemption.
Business Jun 12, 2026 | 12:28 pm

From 32% to 10% to 18%: Indonesia Lives Under Trump's Tariff Uncertainties

Indonesia has been trying to navigate US trade uncertainties, but officials are confident that the tariffs won't derail exports.
Business Jun 12, 2026 | 8:05 am

Indonesia to Establish Renminbi Clearing Bank to Deepen Financial Ties With China

Indonesia and China have agreed to establish a renminbi clearing bank in Indonesia to expand local-currency transactions.
Business Jun 11, 2026 | 11:26 pm

UK, OECD Candidate Indonesia to Work on Trade Barriers

Official statistics showed that Indonesia-UK’s annual trade had always been around the $2 billion mark in recent years.
Business Jun 11, 2026 | 8:28 am

Indonesia and Singapore Explore Regional Data Center Partnership

Indonesia and Singapore are exploring a strategic partnership to develop a regional data center ecosystem.
Tech Jun 10, 2026 | 7:50 am

Trump to Exempt Indonesian Palm Oil from Tariffs

Indonesia says rubber and coffee will also gain US tariff exemptions.
Business Jun 9, 2026 | 8:33 pm

Bali Financial Center Plan Can Benefit Singapore: Deputy PM

Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong says Indonesia's plan to set up an international financial center can be mutually beneficial.
Business Jun 9, 2026 | 7:00 pm

Prabowo Receives Second Batch of Ambassadors Amid Scrutiny Over Accreditation Delays

President Prabowo Subianto received credentials from nine newly appointed ambassadors, bringing the total accredited this week to 17.
News Jun 9, 2026 | 6:00 pm

Indonesia Assigns Lemigas, Not Pertamina, to Handle Russian Oil Imports

Indonesia plans to use state energy agency Lemigas, rather than Pertamina, to manage crude oil imports from Russia under a new regulation.
Business Jun 8, 2026 | 5:57 pm

Russia and Indonesia in a New World

Russia considers Indonesia, with its economy and prestige increasing significantly, as one of the centers of power in the Asia-Pacific.
Opinion Jun 8, 2026 | 5:49 pm

Indonesian, Philippine Firms Turn to Barter Trade to Reduce Reliance on US Dollar

Indonesian and Philippine companies have signed countertrade agreements worth up to $350 million to reduce reliance on the US dollar.
Business Jun 8, 2026 | 4:04 pm

Singapore DPM Gan Kim Yong to Co-Chair Key Economic Meeting with Indonesia

Indonesia is Singapore's sixth-largest trading partner globally, while Singapore has remained Indonesia's largest source of FDI since 2014.
Business Jun 8, 2026 | 11:53 am

Indonesia, India Discuss Modi’s Planned Visit to Jakarta

Indonesia and India are preparing for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Jakarta as the two countries seek closer economic ties.
News Jun 7, 2026 | 6:29 pm

Indonesia Targets EU Trade Deal Ratification in 2026, Implementation by Early 2027

Indonesia aims to ratify its trade agreement with the European Union this year, paving the way for implementation in 2027.
Business Jun 7, 2026 | 12:28 pm