Products Labelled ‘Palm Oil-Free’ Banned from Shelves in Indonesia
Indonesia and Malaysia have threatened to retaliate a potential trade war with the EU on palm oil products JAKARTA (BLOOMBERG) – Indonesia, the world’s top palm oil producer and consumer, is joining Malaysia in removing anti-palm oil products from grocery store shelves. Local and imported…
Indonesia arrests 34, blocks Internet in Papua to help curb violent protests
An attempt to rein in the violence of West Papuan protests may have unintended effects Indonesia has arrested 34 people and cut Internet access in its easternmost region of Papua to rein in violence after protesters torched buildings, a market and a prison over mistreatment…
Jakarta City Councilor Wins Supreme Court Case to Clear Sidewalks of Street Vendors
Compliance to the new Supreme Court ruling may have a delayed response after the livelihood of street venders are up in the air The crowded market district of Tanah Abang in Central Jakarta exemplifies the controversy over Jakarta’s sidewalks being used by street vendors and…
Data Valuation: The Holy Grail
There is a common misconception, largely based on outdated accounting standards, that it is not possible to value data. However, with intangible assets such as data, content, brands and software now driving over 87% of all company value and virtually all earnings growth, new methodologies…
Making a Difference for SMEs – Sonny Joseph
With more than 24 years of SME banking under his belt, Sonny Joseph has a deep understanding and passion for helping Indonesian small and medium sized companies grow and succeed. The former banker has helped thousands of SMEs across the archipelago having visited every province in…
A City in Motion: Redefining Mobility in Jakarta
CEO Interview: Agung Wicaksono, President Director of PT Transportasi Jakarta By Shoeb Kagda What makes a city livable? Green spaces, walkability, cleanliness, affordability are all important factors but most city dwellers will rank mobility high on the list. A good transportation system has direct benefits…