The Raohe Street Night Market in Taipei is one of many attractions enticing foreign visitors, including from Indonesia. (Photo by Randy Mulyanto)
Travel & Leisure

Taiwan seeks more tourists from Indonesia

Regional competitors, decline in mainland visitors push more diverse approach

9 March 2024
Sri Mulyani Indrawati has served as Indonesia's finance minister since 2016, earning a reputation for steadfast fiscal discipline.
Indonesia election

Prabowo's call on Indonesia's finance chief worries investors

Concerns rise over Indrawati's expected departure under next president

8 March 2024
A man unloads fresh palm fruit in Malaysia. Demand for palm oil is expected to slow, according to experts.
Commodities

Indonesian palm oil output pressured by weak global economic growth

China, India, U.S., EU expected to buy less from major producers, experts say

7 March 2024
A woman walks past a McDonald's in Jakarta on Feb. 29: The fast food chain's growth has slackened amid a boycott of Western brands amid the Israel-Gaza conflict. (Photo by Nana Shibata) 
Business trends

Indonesia, Malaysia consumer boycotts hit McDonald's, Starbucks and others

Muslims protest Western brands over perceived pro-Israel stance on Gaza

7 March 2024
Electoral officers in Jakarta count votes from Indonesia's general election on Feb. 14.
Indonesia election

Lawmakers from Indonesia's top party urge probe into presidential vote

Prabowo's likely victory clouded by allegations of abuse of power, coercion

6 March 2024
The Southeast Asian tech group has focused on achieving profitability through aggressive cuts in promotional expenses.
Technology

Singapore's Sea expects to stay in black after posting 1st annual profit

NYSE-listed tech group sees Shopee gaining ground despite 'intensified competition'

5 March 2024
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto has promised to provide free lunches to over 78 million students nationwide. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)
Indonesia election

Prabowo's free lunch plan would bite into Indonesia's budget, analysts warn

Rating agencies say $29bn program could put huge strain on national coffers

1 March 2024
Of the OECD's 38 members, only Japan and South Korea are in Asia.
International relations

Indonesia aims to join OECD within two to three years, minister says

33 countries have expressed support for Southeast Asian nation's accession

29 February 2024
Within Southeast Asia, the Singapore market is faring better than Indonesia and Vietnam, according to the staffing platform Glints, with salaries still growing.
Startups

ASEAN startups pay more for sales jobs to chase cash, study finds

Early-stage companies prioritize nontech roles amid less access to funding

29 February 2024
The U.S. Federal Reserve has signaled rate cuts in the coming months as inflation worries decrease, easing the cost of borrowing. (Photo by Shinya Sawai)
Finance

ASEAN banks' fat interest margins wane as Fed rate cuts loom

Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia anticipate rocky road in loan earnings

28 February 2024
Palm oil fruit is unloaded at a factory in Indonesia's West Aceh regency.
Commodities

Indonesia palm oil firms warn of food security risks as biodiesel use rises

Government mulls doubling the subsidy for replanting amid concerns over exports

28 February 2024
Indonesia's leading presidential candidate Prabowo Subianto, left, and his vice-presidential running mate, Gibran Rakabuming, wave to supporters in Jakarta on Feb. 14.
The Nikkei View

Indonesia's next president must not roll back democracy

Progress made over past quarter century should be protected

28 February 2024
Chameleon is the word many analysts have used to describe Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto, a former army general. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Ken Kobayashi and AFP/Jiji) 
Opinion

Prabowo must resist temptation to apply more force in Papua

New face of kindness likely to be tested by push for indigenous rights

27 February 2024
A worker at a Vale Indonesia smelter -- the nickel industry has fueled environmental, social and governance concerns in the archipelago. 
Commodities

Indonesia miner buys another 14% stake in Vale's local nickel unit

State-owned MIND ID becomes largest shareholder with 34% of shares

26 February 2024
Mountain slopes stripped off their flora in New Caledonia. The French territory in the South Pacific is well known for its massive nickel deposits. (Photo by Akira Kitado)
International relations

In EV revolution, resource-rich Global South hopes to turn cash-rich

Bolivia and Indonesia tell Global North to give them a place on the value chain

25 February 2024
Indonesia's accession to the OECD could motivate other ASEAN countries to become members of the group. (Source photos by AP)
International relations

Indonesia's OECD bid enters next stage: 5 things to know

Accession takes 'long time' due to rigorous evaluation, says expert

23 February 2024
The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development will prepare a road map for Indonesia's accession to the group of mostly rich economies.
International relations

Indonesia and OECD to start accession discussions

Island nation would be Southeast Asia's first member of economic group

21 February 2024
Troubles in Indonesia's peer-to-peer lending sector are threatening to drive away retail lenders.
DealStreetAsia

Indonesia's top P2P platforms meltdown spooks retail lenders

Collapse impacts dozens of players and involves billions of rupiah in financing

21 February 2024
Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD's booth at the Indonesia International Motor Show in Jakarta on Feb. 19. The company entered the country's car market last month. (Photo by Nana Shibata)
Automobiles

Indonesia EV competition heats up with VinFast and BYD debuts

Other Asian manufacturers also aim to grab market share with auto show offerings

20 February 2024
Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto speaks to supporters in Jakarta on Feb. 14, claiming victory in the presidential election. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)
Indonesia election

World leaders seek ties with Prabowo after Indonesia election

From India to U.K., countries keen to collaborate on trade, energy and more

20 February 2024
Many worry that Prabowo Subianto, apparent winner of Indonesia's presidential election, has little commitment to democracy. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)
Opinion

Prabowo's victory won't bring authoritarian rule back in Indonesia

Competition among predatory elites will actually help preserve democracy

19 February 2024
Kadokawa drives sales with special editions of works that include figurines and posters. 
Media & Entertainment

Japan's Kadokawa sticks with print in Indonesia manga expansion

Publisher also seeks to tap South Korean webtoons with printed versions

19 February 2024
With their demographic dividends petering out, some ASEAN economies are facing the risk of getting old before they get rich. 
Datawatch

Aging Southeast Asia grapples with weak social safety nets

State pensions cover less than 30% of working-age population in some countries

17 February 2024
Food prices at Singapore's popular hawker centers climbed 15% between 2019 and 2023. (Photo by Fumika Sato)
Economy

Singapore, Thailand and more hand out cash to ease inflation pain

SE Asia governments focus on public support while critics warn of fiscal strain

17 February 2024
Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto speaks to reporters after his election campaign rally in Jakarta on Feb. 10. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)
Indonesia election

Indonesia's Prabowo at risk of leading bloated cabinet after weak legislative vote

Defense minister signals big coalition, calling for 'collaboration' with rivals

16 February 2024