# industry

Indonesian Minister Flags Economic Risks of Planned Indian Pickup Imports

Agus Gumiwang signaled objection to a Rp 25 trillion plan to import Indian pickups, saying local factories can meet demand.
Business Feb 23, 2026 | 7:33 am

Honda Civic Hybrid Selected Best Car by Edmunds, Hyundai Wins Two SUV Awards

With its available hybrid powertrain, the Civic achieves up to an EPA-estimated 49 miles per gallon (mpg) in combined city/highway driving.
Business Feb 18, 2026 | 10:22 pm

Indonesia Aims to Take Control of Global CPO Pricing With Biofuel Strategy

Indonesia wants to become a global price setter for palm oil by expanding biofuel and downstream industries to boost exports and growth.
Business Feb 18, 2026 | 11:15 am

Italjet Unveils Affordable Dragster R200 in Global Premiere in Jakarta

Italian motorcycle maker Italjet launched its Dragster R200 in Indonesia, marking a global debut aimed at expanding its local footprint.
Business Feb 17, 2026 | 11:08 pm

Indonesia Steps Up Oversight of Jewelry Trade After Tiffany & Co Case

Indonesia is tightening oversight of its jewelry industry after Tiffany store closures, promoting bullion banking to boost compliance.
Business Feb 15, 2026 | 6:53 pm

Prabowo Holds Closed-Door Talks With Tycoons on Jobs and National Development

Prabowo met leading tycoons in Bogor, urging job-creating investment and closer government-business collaboration to boost growth.
Business Feb 11, 2026 | 12:09 pm

Chinese Automakers Roll Out Electric SUVs Under Rp 600 Million at Jakarta Auto Show

Chinese automakers debuted electric SUVs priced below Rp 600 million at IIMS, intensifying competition in Indonesia’s growing EV market.
Business Feb 11, 2026 | 1:03 am

Mitsubishi Prioritizes Gasoline Cars in Indonesia Despite Government's EV Push

Mitsubishi says it will keep prioritizing gasoline cars in Indonesia, citing strong demand, while planning to introduce hybrids later.
Business Feb 10, 2026 | 7:08 pm

Indonesia Sounds Alarm as Malaysia Overtakes It in Car Sales

Indonesia has warned its dominance of ASEAN’s auto market is under threat, as sales slide at home and Malaysia posts aggressive growth.
Business Feb 6, 2026 | 8:49 pm

From Biofuel to Salt, Danantara Breaks Ground on $7 Billion Downstream Projects

Danantara begins work on six downstream projects worth $7 billion as Indonesia steps up efforts to boost value-added industries.
Business Feb 6, 2026 | 6:58 pm

Indonesia Eyes Sarawak Partnership to Jumpstart Semiconductor Ambitions

Sarawak has set a goal of developing a holistic semiconductor ecosystem by 2030 to add RM30 billion (about $7.6 billion) to its GDP.
Tech Feb 6, 2026 | 8:11 am

Purbaya Inspects Tangerang Steel Plants Over Alleged Rp 500 Billion VAT Evasion

One of the inspected firms is foreign-owned and operates in partnership with local business interests, Purbaya said.
Business Feb 5, 2026 | 9:35 pm

Suzuki Launches First Electric Car in Indonesia With e-Vitara Debut

Suzuki has launched its first electric car in Indonesia, unveiling the e-Vitara at Jakarta’s IIMS with prices starting at Rp 755 million.
Business Feb 5, 2026 | 5:25 pm

Danantara to Break Ground on 3 Million-Ton Steel Plant to Cut Indonesia’s Import Reliance

The steel plant is being developed through a partnership between state-owned steelmaker Krakatau Steel and China’s Delong Steel Group.
Business Feb 4, 2026 | 6:35 pm

Indonesia Targets H1 2026 Groundbreaking for Titan Battery Project Led by Huayou, EVE

Indonesia plans to break ground on a Huayou-EVE battery megaproject in H1 of 2026 as it accelerates efforts to build a domestic EV supply.
Business Jan 30, 2026 | 8:41 pm

Indonesia’s Alcohol Industry Contributes Rp 9 Trillion to State Coffers

The distinctive characteristics of traditional alcoholic drinks in each region reflect Indonesia’s cultural richness.
Business Jan 29, 2026 | 11:51 pm

End of EV Incentives Signals Policy Shift in Indonesia, Expert Says

As EV incentives end, experts urge Indonesia to shift from subsidies to structural rules for a self-sustaining market.
Business Jan 26, 2026 | 4:00 pm

Indef Warns Cutting EV Incentives Could Undercut Surging Sales

INDEF warns that ending EV incentives could slow Indonesia’s energy transition and strain the state budget amid global uncertainty.
Business Jan 21, 2026 | 4:26 pm

Government Eyes New State Textile Company to Save Sritex Workers

Indonesia plans to form a state-owned textile firm to keep Sritex operations running and protect jobs after the company’s bankruptcy.
Business Jan 19, 2026 | 5:22 pm