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Business Intelligence for Regulatory Risk in Indonesia Market Entry
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?
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
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
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: Reducing Investor Risks with Data-Driven Decisions
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
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
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
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
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
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
The Indonesia–Canada CEPA opens investment and trade opportunities across manufacturing, energy, digital, and agribusiness sectors.
Indonesia Lowers Paid-Up Capital for Foreign Investors to IDR 2.5 Billion
Foreign investors can enter Indonesia with lower risk as paid-up capital drops to IDR 2.5Bn under Regulation 5/2025.
M&A in Indonesia – Deal Structures, Approvals, and Post-Merger Licenses
Foreign investors must manage deal structures, approvals, and post-merger compliance to achieve success in Indonesia’s M&A market.
EU–Indonesia CEPA: Unlocking Market Access and Growth Strategies for Investors
The EU–Indonesia CEPA lowers tariffs, opens services, and raises ESG standards, reshaping investment decisions in Indonesia.
Indonesia’s New Business Licensing Rules for Foreign Investors
Indonesia updates business licensing under GR 28/2025, offering faster approvals and stricter compliance for foreign investors.
Customs and Trade Strategy in Indonesia: An Investor’s Guide — Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine
The latest ASEAN Briefing Magazine on Indonesia’s customs and trade strategy is now available for subscribers to download free.
The Future of Chinese Investment in Indonesia
Chinese investors face major opportunities in Indonesia’s EVs, renewables, digital economy, healthcare, and infrastructure by 2030.
Agency, Distribution, and Franchising in Indonesia: What Contract Terms Win
Foreign investors must balance control, tax, and compliance when structuring agency, distribution, or franchising deals in Indonesia.
Foreign Ownership Limits in Indonesia — Is 100% Ownership Possible?
Foreign investors can own 100 percent of an Indonesian business in many sectors, with limits depending on KBLI and the Positive List.
Choose The Right Entry Vehicle in Indonesia: PT PMA Vs RO
Compare PT PMA and Representative Office in Indonesia with guidance on ownership rules, tax, staffing, costs, and regulatory timelines.
