Indonesian President tightens sanctions against polluting factories

Indonesian President tightens sanctions against polluting factories

Indonesian President Joko Widodo announced on August 30 that it could impose strict sanctions, including mandatory closures, on factories that refuse to install pollution control systems.
Indonesia suspends visa exemption policy on 159 countries

Indonesia suspends visa exemption policy on 159 countries

Indonesia’s visa-free visit policy for 159 countries was revoked based on the outcomes of a benefit-based evaluation, stated President Joko Widodo on June 21.
Indonesia offers incentives for investors in new capital

Indonesia offers incentives for investors in new capital

Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo has approved a new regulation that offers incentives to businesses investing in its new capital Nusantara, including tax holidays of up to 30 years and 95-year land use permits.
COVID-19: Indonesia offers free electricity, discounts for poor households

COVID-19: Indonesia offers free electricity, discounts for poor households

Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo announced on March 31 that the country will provide free electricity and discounts for poor households to help them cope with the economic shocks caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.