Under Article 1 paragraph 9 of the Minister of Trade Regulation No. 16/2025 on Import Policy and Regulation (Permendag 16/2025), importation is defined as the activity of bringing goods into the customs territory of Indonesia. Generally, imports aim to meet domestic...
Precision Medicine: The Future of Personalised and Effective Healthcare in Indonesia
Advancements in medical science and biotechnology are revolutionising how healthcare systems understand and treat disease. Among the most significant breakthroughs in recent decades is precision medicine, a model that rejects the “one-size-fits-all” approach, focusing...
Geographical Indications: A Pathway for Indonesian MSMEs to Compete Globally
As globalisation accelerates and market competition intensifies, Indonesia’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) face growing pressure to maintain product quality while building a distinctive identity recognised beyond local markets. Many Indonesian products,...
Divorce Between Indonesians and Foreign Citizens: Legal Process, Property Rights, and Residency Rules
Mixed marriages between Indonesian citizens and foreign nationals are increasingly common in Indonesia’s globalised society. Yet when such unions dissolve, the legal process can be complex and requires careful handling. Divorce in mixed marriages involves not only...
Indonesia Ends EV CBU Incentives in 2025: What It Means for Producers and Consumers
In line with its long-term vision of “Indonesia Emas 2045”, literally means Golden Indonesia 2045, the government continues to push for a transition toward environmentally friendly vehicles. One of its key strategies has been to offer tax incentives for electric...
Importing Cosmetics into Indonesia: Key Legal Requirements Under Trade and BPOM Regulations
The cosmetics industry in Indonesia is expanding rapidly, driven by rising awareness of beauty, health, and personal care. In just three years after the pandemic, the number of businesses in this sector grew by more than 77%, from 726 in 2020 to 1,292 in 2024. This...
Indonesia’s Halal Certification: Legal Framework and Global Market Strategy
The global halal industry has emerged as one of the fastest-growing sectors in the world economy. With rising awareness among Muslim consumers about the importance of halal products, global demand continues to increase sharply. As the world’s most populous...
The Urgency of Biometric Data Protection in the AI Era
As digital technologies and artificial intelligence advance rapidly, biometric data has become a central element in identification and authentication systems. Biometric identifiers, such as fingerprints, iris scans, and DNA, represent unique biological characteristics...
Money Laundering in Indonesia: Legal Framework, Enforcement, and Evolving Methods
Money laundering (Tindak Pidana Pencucian Uang or TPPU) is more than a financial crime; it is a manipulation of the financial system that conceals illicit assets behind seemingly legitimate transactions. By disguising the origins of funds from corruption, narcotics...
ESG in Indonesia: Key to Sustainable Corporate Governance and Growth
In today’s modern business landscape, companies are increasingly integrating sustainability principles to ensure that operations generate not only financial returns but also positive impacts on the environment, society, and corporate governance. The Environmental,...









