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Foreign Ownership Rules and Conditional Sector Access in Indonesia

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Foreign investors entering Indonesia must assess ownership limits, conditional sector access, investment thresholds, and long-term structural risk.

Profit Repatriation from Indonesia: Tax, Timing, and Execution Considerations

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Foreign investors repatriating profits from Indonesia must manage tax exposure, timing, and execution risks to ensure predictable cash outcomes.

VAT Registration, E-Faktur, and Ongoing Compliance in Indonesia for Foreign Investors

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Foreign investors operating in Indonesia face VAT obligations tied to e-Faktur, monthly reporting, and ongoing compliance requirements.

Using Business Intelligence to Evaluate Logistics and Port Connectivity in Indonesia

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Indonesia’s logistics and port connectivity are assessed in terms of hub capacity, reliability, last-mile delivery constraints, and ASEAN positioning.

Evaluating Indonesia’s Middle-Class Growth Using Business Intelligence

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Analyze Indonesia’s middle-class growth using business intelligence to identify where consumer demand is real, concentrated, and investable.

Indonesia’s Special Economic Zones: A Structural Shift for Foreign Investors

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Indonesia’s Special Economic Zones reflect a structural shift in policy, incentives, and infrastructure shaping foreign investment decisions.

Should Foreign Companies in Indonesia Appoint Local Directors for Governance or Compliance Only?

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Foreign companies in Indonesia must assess when local directors should hold real authority and how governance choices affect risk and control.

Using BI to Benchmark Consumer Markets in ASEAN with a Focus on Indonesia

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A BI-led framework for benchmarking ASEAN consumer markets and understanding Indonesia’s true demand depth.

How To Amend KBLI Codes When Expanding into New Business Lines in Indonesia

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KBLI amendments are required when activities change, and OSS-RBA reclassification determines the licensing steps for foreign investors in Indonesia.

Business Intelligence for Regulatory Risk in Indonesia Market Entry

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Business intelligence helps foreign investors assess ownership, licensing, staffing, tax, and data requirements before entering Indonesia.

Should Intercompany Fees in Indonesia Be Classified as Services, Royalties, or Cost Recharges?

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Indonesia’s rules on classifying intercompany fees as services, royalties, or cost recharges shape withholding, VAT, and audit exposure for foreign companies.

When a Representative Office Makes Sense in Indonesia

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Foreign investors must choose between a Representative Office or a PT PMA in Indonesia, and this guide explains when each structure fits your entry plan.

How Business Intelligence Identifies Hidden Supply Chain Risks in Indonesia’s Tier-1 and Tier-2 Regions

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Foreign investors can assess hidden supply chain risks in Indonesia’s Tier-1 and Tier-2 regions using localized business intelligence.

Business Intelligence in Indonesia: An Overview

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Navigate Indonesia’s regulatory complexity and regional risks with data-driven intelligence to support clearer, more confident investment decisions.

Tax Dispute Resolution: Objections and Appeals for Foreign Investors in Indonesia

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Foreign investors can contest tax assessments in Indonesia using objections and appeals to protect compliance and financial interests.

Indonesian Accounting Standards vs IFRS: Choosing the Right Framework for Foreign-Owned Companies

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Foreign investors should base reporting on SAK for compliance and apply IFRS reconciliations to ensure accurate audits, tax filings, and group consolidation.

China Further Expands the 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy to 65 Ports

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Effective June 12, 2025, nationals of Indonesia shall be eligible for China's 240-hour visa-free transit policy, bringing the list of eligible countries to 55.

Employment Contracts in Indonesia: Fixed-Term Vs Permanent

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Compare fixed-term and permanent contracts in Indonesia and learn how employers can stay compliant while managing costs efficiently.

Avoiding Penalties During Labor Inspections in Indonesia

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Foreign investors can avoid costly labor penalties in Indonesia through strong HR governance and BPJS compliance systems.

Indonesia–Canada CEPA: What It Means for Investors

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The Indonesia–Canada CEPA opens investment and trade opportunities across manufacturing, energy, digital, and agribusiness sectors.

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