# bilateral

Sanction Fears Prevent Indonesian QR Payment Linkage, Russia Says

Russian ambassador Sergei Tolchenov says that Indonesian banks are afraid of secondary sanctions when asked about possible QRIS linkage.
Business Sep 1, 2026 | 8:35 pm

Indonesia Makes More Money from Palm Oil Export, But Volume Dips

Indonesia's palm oil exports rose 5.49% in July from a value standpoint, but its volume dropped 0.97%.
Business Sep 1, 2026 | 4:30 pm

Russia Says No Indonesian Military Base Plan Ahead of Prabowo-Putin Talks

Russia says it has no intention of setting up a military base in Indonesia amid Biak spaceport talks and planned Prabowo's Vladivostok trip.
News Aug 31, 2026 | 9:04 am

Vietnam’s $80 Billion EU Trade Shows Indonesia’s Untapped Potential: Ambassador

Indonesia-EU trade remains below its potential, with the bloc's ambassador pointing to Vietnam's $80 billion trade benchmark.
Business Aug 28, 2026 | 8:04 am

Korea Demands Nickel Battery Incentives, Predictability in Indonesia

South Korean investors want Indonesia to grant nickel-based battery incentives and policy predictability.
Business Aug 27, 2026 | 11:25 am

Indonesia, Korea in Talks for ‘Next Phase’ of KF-21 Jet Deal

South Korea says that it is in talks with Indonesia on the next phase of the cooperation for the KF-21 fighter jet deal.
News Aug 26, 2026 | 9:33 pm

Indonesia’s Palm Oil Export to China Rises by Double Digits

Indonesia's monthly palm oil shipments to China rose by 67% in June, Gapki reported.
Business Aug 26, 2026 | 11:15 am

From Five-Year Visas to Erasmus, EU Eyes More Indonesians

The EU highlights easier Schengen visa access and Erasmus scholarships as it seeks more Indonesian students and travelers to explore Europe.
Lifestyle Aug 24, 2026 | 8:45 pm

Regulatory Uncertainty Remains Key Hurdle to Investment in Indonesia, EU Ambassador Says

EU Ambassador Chaibi says regulatory uncertainty and poor policy coordination remain key hurdles to European IE
Business Aug 24, 2026 | 7:26 pm

EU Sees Solar, Recycling Potential Under Indonesia CEPA

The EU sees solar manufacturing and recycling as potential growth areas for Indonesia as the two sides prepare to implement the CEPA.
Business Aug 24, 2026 | 7:26 pm

Prabowo Opposes Ill Intent Against Chinese Investors

Prabowo has told Wang Yi that he will provide a sound business environment for Beijing's companies, the Chinese government says.
Business Aug 23, 2026 | 10:09 am

Lower US Tariffs Open Market Opportunity for Indonesian Shrimp

Indonesian shrimp exporters see room to expand in the US as tariffs remain lower than those imposed on India and Vietnam.
Business Aug 21, 2026 | 5:16 pm

Indonesia Woos China to Keep Funding Whoosh Train

Foreign Minister Sugiono tells his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi that there should be "sustained financing" for the Whoosh fast train.
Business Aug 21, 2026 | 4:07 pm

Indonesia and China Agree on More Joint Military Drills and Personnel Exchanges

The cooperation will also expand to include human resource development through joint exercises, military education, and personnel exchanges.
News Aug 21, 2026 | 1:29 pm

China’s Wang Yi Warns Indonesia of Unilateralism in Jab at US

China's Wang Yi tells his Indonesian counterpart that "unilateralism has dealt a heavy blow to the world".
News Aug 21, 2026 | 1:26 pm

China's Wang Yi Arrives in Indonesia for Strategic Talks with Sugiono

The meeting will focus on strengthening political, defense, and security cooperation at the bilateral, regional, and global levels.
News Aug 21, 2026 | 10:18 am

China Emerges as Potential Arms Supplier for Indonesia

China and Indonesia will soon have defense talks amid Jakarta's ambitions of having more modern military fleet.
News Aug 21, 2026 | 8:00 am

Sugiono to Visit Melbourne, Auckland for High-Level Bilateral Talks

Foreign Minister Sugiono will visit Australia and New Zealand next week for talks on defense, security, trade, and bilateral ties.
News Aug 20, 2026 | 11:05 pm

Indonesia, Germany Eye Deeper Ties in Green Energy, Semiconductors

Indonesia and Germany are deepening cooperation in renewable energy, semiconductor supply chains and vocational education.
Business Aug 20, 2026 | 5:09 pm