Bali Set to Become Southeast Asia’s Next Financial Hub
Under the leadership of President Prabowo Subianto, the government of Indonesia is developing an ambitious plan to turn Bali into a financial center of national and regional importance.
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Crypto Takes a Legal Turn in Indonesia: What Changes?
The Directorate General of Taxes (DGT) in Indonesia is developing new rules for taxing crypto assets. This is due to the change in the status of cryptocurrencies—from a commodity to a digital financia…
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US Imposes 19% Tariff on Indonesian Imports: Key Takeaways from the Deal
US President Donald Trump announced the implementation of a 19% tariff on all goods from Indonesia starting August 1, 2025.
This is the result of negotiations between the leaders of both countries—Trump and Indonesia’s President Prabowo, who agreed to replace the previously announced 32% tariff with more lenient terms.
A Foreigner's Guide to Buying a Car in Bali
Navigating the car-buying maze in Bali as a foreigner can feel like a high-stakes game.
With online expat forums buzzing with questions like, “Can I buy a car in Indonesia?” and “Can I register it in my name?” it’s no wonder the process might seem daunting.
Bali Scraps Vehicle Tax Hike, Launches Debt Amnesty Program
Bali has abolished the progressive tax scale for cars and motorcycles: now the rate no longer depends on the number of vehicles registered to the owner. At the same time, an amnesty has been introduce…
Bali Customs Guidelines: Allowed, Restricted, and Prohibited Items for Entry and Exit
Whether you are planning a short trip to Bali or a major import or export operation, it is essential to understand the regulations governing what you can and cannot bring into and out of Indonesia. Th…
Bali’s Economy Grows 5.52% in Q1 2025, Outpacing National Average
Bali province’s economy showed confident growth in the first quarter of 2025, increasing by 5.52% year-on-year, according to data published by Indonesia’s Central Statistics Agency (BPS). This figure…
Indonesia’s Biggest Tech Deal: Grab + GoTo
The Singaporean company Grab Holdings Ltd. is negotiating the acquisition of Indonesia’s largest technology company, GoTo Group. This group includes services like Gojek (the main transport aggregator…
Indonesia Launches AI-Based GovTech AI Public Service Platform
In 2025, Indonesia launched the national GovTech AI project—a digital system for providing public services based on AI.
The initiative is approved by Presidential Decree No. 83/2025 and implemented under the coordination of the Digital Transformation Acceleration Committee. The committee is led by the Chairman of the N…
