Other Briefings
The Minimum Wage in Indonesia: Increased by 8.5% for 2020
By January 2020, Indonesia will increase its minimum wage by 8.51 percent from the current 2019 rate. Learn more about how this regulation will impact businesses in the country.
Personal Income Tax in Indonesia for Expatriate Workers Explained
It is important for foreign workers to understand their tax liabilities in Indonesia, and to be able to determine which tax law regime will be applicable to them along with exemptions that may bring.
Indonesia’s Halal Law Takes Effect, Impacting Products and Services
Indonesia’s Halal Law recently came into effect. Consumer products and related services traded in the country need to be Halal-certified. Learn more here.
Tax Incentives for Developing Talent in Indonesia
Indonesia offers tax deductions of up to 200 percent for businesses that invest in human resources development activities, including apprenticeships, work experience programs, vocational programs, and learning activities. Learn more about this incentive.
Expatriate Workers in Indonesia: New Regulation on Positions Open for Employment
Indonesia’s Ministry of Labor issued Regulation 228, 2019 to define the types of job positions open to expatriate workers in the country.
Indonesia is Moving its Capital – What Does it Mean for Businesses?
The Indonesian government announced plans to relocate its capital from Jakarta to East Kalimantan. Read our analysis of what this could mean for businesses.
Export Services in Indonesia: Eligible for Zero-Rated VAT
Indonesia’s Ministry of Finance issued regulation PMK-32, which expanded the list of export services eligible for zero-rated value added tax. Learn more about how to take advantage of this reform.
Indonesia’s New Tax Incentives: What it Means for Investors
Indonesia’s new tax incentives are aimed for businesses that invest in labor intensive industries, training programs, as well as research and development.
Indonesia’s FTA with the European Free Trade Association: Salient Features
Indonesia recently signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) states. Read our latest article to know more about the main features of the trade pact.
Indonesia Signs Comprehensive Free Trade Agreement with Australia
Indonesia and Australia have signed a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) to open up their economies to mutually beneficial growth. Read our latest article to know more about the key provisions of the FTA.
