First Iran now Indonesia… feels like everyone starts to impose fee on straits one by one

If this keeps spreading, global shipping costs start getting shaped by geography pricing instead of pure fuel economics. Indonesia Announces Plan to Impose Fees on Ships Transiting the Strait of Malacca Indonesia has declared that it intends to introduce transit charges on vessels passing through the Strait of Malacca, one of the world’s busiest and …

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Several Asian economies including Taiwan Indonesia and India are reportedly facing dollar funding pressure linked to oil driven cash demand

Several countries across Asia are confirming they experienced major dollar funding losses last month amidst a cash crunch on surging demand for money to buy oil. Officials in Taiwan, Indonesia, India and in other places have had to scramble to contain the monetary pressure, causing several of them to expend significant reserves just to keep …

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Canada’s newest trade agreement with INDONESIA is a game changer.

Canada’s newest trade agreement is a game changer.  With this deal, 95% of our exports to Indonesia will be more competitive in their economy. President @prabowo and Canada are unlocking huge economic opportunities for our workers, and greater prosperity for both our nations. pic.twitter.com/MNtpMyJizQ — Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) September 25, 2025 https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/economy/canada-and-indonesia-ink-deal-to-slash-trade-barriers/ar-AA1NfisP The agreement, known as …

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Indonesia pledges 20,000 soldiers for Gaza, Prabowo says world has failed Palestinians and promises “boots on the ground”; Spain and Italy deploy warships

INDONESIA SAY THEY ARE DONE WITH WORDS AND COMMIT TO 20,000 BOOTS ON THE GROUND IN GAZA‼️ pic.twitter.com/Xl5rMVyoxa — Earth Hippy 🌎🕊️💚 (@hippyygoat) September 23, 2025 “Indonesia’s leader on Tuesday offered to send at least 20,000 troops as peacekeepers to Gaza to safeguard any future peace deal. Addressing the UN General Assembly, President Prabowo Subianto …

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What’s behind the rioting in Indonesia?

Indonesia’s deadly protests, sparked by economic frustration and anger over elite privileges, show no sign of abating. Demonstrators demand lower taxes and stronger support for the poor, pressuring President Prabowo Subianto to shift course. Read more: https://t.co/H9funI0dLI pic.twitter.com/Ac9pmZWPVB — Nikkei Asia (@NikkeiAsia) September 2, 2025 The situation in Jakarta is not yet as serious as …

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Trump strikes trade deal with Indonesia.

https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114858589029028619 2/ Trump just ended decades of one-sided — against U.S. — trade with Indonesia. 🇺🇸 Full access for American ranchers, farmers & energy producers 🇮🇩 Tariffs stay unless Indonesia builds in America Reciprocity or consequences.https://t.co/6YvSCpIlsG — Rod D. Martin (@RodDMartin) July 15, 2025 4/ Here’s how Trump made it happen: 🔹 Sent formal 32% …

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China to Indonesia: let’s team up before Trump tariffs us to death…UK and India agree on 90% of the free trade agreement, avoiding consequences of the U.S tariffs…

🇨🇳🇮🇩CHINA TO INDONESIA: LET’S TEAM UP BEFORE TRUMP TARIFFS US TO DEATH President Xi called Indonesia’s President Prabowo to toast 75 years of diplomatic ties – and to lock in another ally as Beijing scrambles to counter Trump’s tariff blitz. He called the partnership… https://t.co/ws0VOzLz6C pic.twitter.com/qShep4wCyU — Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) April 13, 2025 https://twitter.com/PseudoProphet/status/1911351023823618491 BREAKING: …

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INDONESIA DEPLOYS TOP ECONOMIC TEAM TO WASHINGTON FOR TRADE TALKS

🇮🇩🇺🇸 INDONESIA DEPLOYS TOP ECONOMIC TEAM TO WASHINGTON FOR TRADE TALKS Indonesia is sending Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati and top officials to the U.S. for critical trade negotiations following Trump’s sweeping tariffs. The delegation, led by Coordinating Economic… https://t.co/50IYVLB8o6 pic.twitter.com/cS8IXkEnzt — Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) April 8, 2025 Only 187 more country’s to go

Starting in March, All Diesel Sold in Indonesia Must Contains 40% Palm Oil.

Indonesia is set to reach full implementation of its mandatory B40 biodiesel programme, which contains 40% palm oil fuel, starting this March. The programme was initially poised for implementation starting 1 January 2025 but was delayed due to regulatory issues. Indonesia to implement mandatory B40 diesel starting March 2025 According to Reuters, the B40 diesel reduces the …

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Indonesia has implemented spyware tools from Israel, the European Union, and Malaysia.

Amnesty International has raised alarm over Indonesia’s utilization of spyware tools sourced from Israel, the European Union, and Malaysia, citing concerns about potential infringements on privacy and freedom of expression in the country, the organization reported. Heightened surveillance could result in a climate of fear and self-censorship, undermining democratic principles and creating an environment where …

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