AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBlackouts & Energy Transition: Indonesia’s rolling power outages have reignited debate over a coal-dependent grid, with officials citing constrained coal supplies and analysts warning the centralized system is vulnerable. Trade & Inflation: Indonesia logged its first trade deficit in six years in May as imports jumped on higher oil prices and a weaker rupiah, while inflation hit a three-month high of 3.34% in June. Energy Policy: The government says all sectors are ready for Prabowo’s July B50 biodiesel rollout, aiming to cut diesel imports and boost energy security. Tourism: Foreign tourist arrivals rose to 1.38 million in May, up 5.83% year-on-year, alongside growth in domestic travel. Environment & Land Restoration: Indonesia is pushing faster peatland restoration and has flagged 250 critically degraded watersheds for recovery over five years. Digital Economy & Taxes: Indonesia plans to start collecting e-commerce income tax on Aug. 1 and asked platforms to collect income tax from sellers. Governance & Safety: Criticism is growing after deaths of civil trainees tied to Prabowo’s village-cooperative program, raising questions about training design and safety.
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