Indonesian Government Sets China as Top Export Market
Trade Minister plans to increase export value by 7.1% in 2025 to reach US$294 billion (approximately IDR 4,851 trillion), hoping to drive economic growth to 8%. In 2024, Indonesia's export value was US$24.883 billion. If the 7.1% growth target is achieved, export value in 2025 will increase significantly. China, the United States, Japan, India, and Malaysia are the main target markets, with China contributing the most, reaching US$602.2 billion. The Ministry of Trade will use targeted strategies to develop and stimulate export markets led by China to promote export growth. The Ministry will also assist small and medium enterprises
Indonesian Durian to Enter Chinese Market Soon
Indonesia's Largest Hydropower Station Built by Chinese Enterprises Reaches Full Dam Crest
Chinese Enterprises Vigorously Develop Indonesia's Landfill Gas Power Generation Sector, Generating 24 Million kWh Annually
China's Advanced Copper Smelting Technology Debuts Overseas in Indonesia
Great Wall Motors Actively Expands into Indonesian Market
Great Wall Motors (GWM) plans to launch three new models in 2025, including the Ora electric vehicle and new versions of the Tank 300 and Haval. The Tank 500 and Tank 300 are the brand's best-selling models in Indonesia, accounting for 84% of total sales, with the Tank 500 contributing 50% and the Tank 300 contributing 34%. The Haval H6 and Haval Jolion each account for 8% of total sales. Although Haval sales are lower than Tank, they still have great development potential and have shown a positive trend in the first two months of 2025. As of March 2025, GWM had 6 official dealers in Indonesia, distributed across 5
Chinese Enterprise Signs Southeast Asia's First Green Electricity, Hydrogen, Ammonia and Methanol Project
The consortium of China Energy Engineering Corporation (CEEC) Zhongdian Engineering International Company and Northeast Electric Power Design Institute recently signed an EPC contract for the Batam Island Green Synthetic Ammonia Renewable Energy Project in Indonesia. Located on Batam Island, Indonesia, the project plans to build onshore and floating photovoltaic power stations with a total installed capacity of 240 MW, as well as a green synthetic ammonia facility with an annual output of 37,500 tons. This is the first project in Southeast Asia to implement CEEC Zhongdian Engineering's advanced green electricity, hydrogen, ammonia and methanol technology, providing an integrated solution covering technical scheme design, equipment supply, engineering construction and operation management to ensure efficient implementation and long-term stable operation. The green synthetic ammonia produced will be transported to Singapore.
Chinese and Indonesian Enterprises Deepen Cooperation in Environmental Protection
The signing ceremony of the strategic cooperation意向书 between Chinese company Beijing OriginWater Technology Co., Ltd. (Jingyuan Environmental Protection) and Indonesia's Intan Group was held at Jingyuan's headquarters, attended by the Indonesian Ambassador to China and leaders from both sides. The two parties will carry out in-depth cooperation in Indonesia, including the construction of clean water equipment production bases, treatment centers, as well as technology R&D and talent cultivation. The chairman of Jingyuan Environmental Protection stated that this is an important step in the internationalization strategy, implementing the Belt and Road Initiative. The president of Intan Group believes that Jingyuan Environmental Protection can provide efficient water treatment solutions for Southeast Asia. In recent years, Jingyuan has continuously deepened its internationalization strategy, and after entering the Indonesian market in 2024, it launched the "ReClear"
Chinese Company Becomes Major Shareholder of Indonesian Nickel Mining Company
Chinese battery and materials recycler GEM Co., Ltd., through its subsidiary GEM Hong Kong International Co., Ltd., purchased over 1 million new shares of Bahodopi Nickel Smelting Indonesia (BNSI) worth approximately IDR 1 trillion (USD 60 million), becoming the major shareholder of the company. PT Vale Indonesia's stake has decreased, as BNSI was previously controlled by PT Vale Indonesia.
Indonesian Presidential Palace Opens to Public for Eid al-Fitr Today
President Prabowo will hold an open house event for Eid al-Fitr 2025. He plans to first perform the Eid prayer at the Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta on March 31, 2025 (Eid al-Fitr day), and then proceed to the Merdeka Palace for the open house. The open house aims to provide a platform for interaction and exchange between the President and government officials, foreign envoys, prominent figures from various sectors, and the general public, thereby strengthening mutual connections. The event also carries significant social meaning, symbolizing the elimination of barriers and promoting social unity and cohesion. The open house invites ordinary citizens to participate, and the public can enter the Merdeka Palace from 9:00 AM Western Indonesia Time, with the entrance at the main gate of the State Secretariat Building (located on Jalan Majapahit, Central Jakarta). The event starts at 9:00 AM and lasts until it concludes.
Garlic Import Quota Monopoly Drives Price Surge in Indonesia
In 2025, long-established garlic importers in Indonesia failed to obtain import quotas, forcing them to purchase quotas from shell companies allegedly controlled by a few privileged importers, incurring an extra cost of 7,000 to 8,000 rupiah per kilogram. For example, Jaya Sartika, a member of Pusbarindo, and Herry Thio, an importer with 25 years of experience, both applied for RIPH on January 8 but were rejected on the grounds that quotas were full. About 300 business participants applied for RIPH but none were approved. Five long-term importers stated that privileged importers trading licenses have caused garlic prices to soar in the market.
Indonesia Adjusts Royalty Rates for Various Minerals
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has revised regulations on royalties and non-tax state revenues in the mineral and coal sectors, aiming to increase the mining industry's contribution to state finances. The royalty rate for nickel ore will be raised from 10% to 14%-19%; nickel processing products such as nickel matte, ferronickel, and nickel pig iron will also see gradual rate increases based on price rises, with hikes ranging from 0% to 250%. Many minerals including coal, tin, gold, silver, and copper have planned royalty rate adjustments, such as coal having different rate adjustments depending on conditions; copper ore, copper concentrate, and cathode copper royalty rates will also increase significantly, ranging from 100% to 250%;