AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCentral Bank Shock: Bank Indonesia’s governor Perry Warjiyo quit unexpectedly, renewing worries about monetary policy credibility and central bank independence as ratings agencies flag potential rupiah and capital-flow volatility. Energy & Industry: Indonesia signed for a $2.3bn coal-to-methanol project expected to produce 2m tonnes of methanol a year, while West Java broke ground on the Legok Nangka waste-to-energy plant targeting 40MW and about 1,500 construction jobs. Digital Economy & SMEs: New rules aim to protect micro and small sellers on digital marketplaces by tightening transparency on platform fees and partnership terms. Trade & Tariffs: Business groups warn US Section 301 forced-labor tariffs could hurt Indonesia’s export competitiveness, pushing for exemptions under trade arrangements. Environment & Fires: A new satellite platform shows Indonesia has already logged over 96,000 fire hotspots by July 27—higher than prior years—raising alarms ahead of peak wildfire months. Public Services: The government moved to shut hundreds of free-meal kitchens over hygiene violations and is revising the program for risk zones. Sports: Indonesia’s futsal team will play Spanish clubs in friendly matches in Spain ahead of the 2028 FIFA Futsal World Cup.
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