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Indonesia’s New Business Licensing Rules for Foreign Investors

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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

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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

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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

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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?

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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

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Compare PT PMA and Representative Office in Indonesia with guidance on ownership rules, tax, staffing, costs, and regulatory timelines.

Legal Implications of Using Local Nominees in Foreign Ownership Structures in Indonesia

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Using local nominees in Indonesia can lead to legal disputes, loss of control, and new compliance hurdles from updated disclosure rules.

Shareholder Agreements in Indonesia: Legal Protections for Foreign Investors

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Secure your investment in Indonesia with shareholder agreements that define control, protect exits, and reduce legal exposure.

Indonesia’s Construction Market: Growth Drivers and 2030 Forecast

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Explore Indonesia’s construction market outlook through 2030 with key growth drivers, investment trends, and strategies for foreign investors.

Indonesia’s Updated VAT System for Cross-Border Digital Services

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Indonesia launches a new VAT system for cross-border digital services with updated rules, registration steps, and compliance obligations.

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