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Indonesia Unveils 100 Percent Rupiah Conversion for Resource Exporters
Jakarta prepares regulatory changes allowing natural resource exporters to convert up to 100 percent of foreign exchange earnings into rupiah, reinforcing onshore liquidity and domestic balance sheets
Mount Ile Lewotolok Activity Highlights Indonesian Volcanic Monitoring
Volcanic activity at Mount Ile Lewotolok in East Nusa Tenggara remains elevated at Level II, highlighting local safety protocols and Indonesia's rigorous geological oversight.
Prabowo Welcomes 11 Envoys: What Deepening Ties Mean for Indonesia
President Prabowo Subianto welcomes 11 new foreign ambassadors in Jakarta, signaling expanded economic partnerships and cross-border capital confidence.
Indonesia Intelligence Chief Warns Tapping of President Prabowo May Amount to Treason
A high-level police wiretapping investigation targeting President Prabowo Subianto escalates to treason allegations, testing institutional governance and stability in Jakarta.
Indonesia Q3 GDP Accelerates to 5.47 Per Cent as Nusa Tenggara Leads Growth
Indonesia recorded 5.47 per cent growth in Q3 2026, with Bali-Nusa Tenggara leading all regions. We examine what this macro acceleration means for Lombok property investors.
Bank Indonesia Export Retention Rules Bolster Rupiah Stability and Investor Capital
Bank Indonesia expects natural resource export retention rules to strengthen foreign exchange reserves. Here is what greater monetary liquidity means for foreign capital in Indonesia.
Indonesia Plans Self-Sufficiency Zones in Four Provinces: What Foreign Investors Should Check First
Indonesia is drafting master plans for food, energy and water self-sufficiency areas in four provinces. The source names no project, price or return.
Bank Indonesia sees 2026 growth of 4.9-5.7% as third-quarter expansion picks up pace
Bank Indonesia expects 2026 growth of 4.9 to 5.7 percent after third-quarter expansion of 5.47 percent. What the national data means for Lombok investors.
Indonesia Plans a Grand National Museum at Monas in Jakarta
The President has directed a Grand National Museum for the Monas area in Jakarta, alongside revitalisation of Gambir Station and a railway plan for Bali. Key details are still missing.
Helicopter Crash in Central Kalimantan: Indonesia Presses for Faster Evacuation
A military helicopter crash during a wildfire response in Central Kalimantan has left two personnel confirmed dead and one still missing, with around 25 divers now supporting recovery.
Bank Indonesia Expects Export Retention Rule to Boost Forex Reserves
Bank Indonesia expects its export retention rule to lift forex reserves. What the September start, grace period and planned conversion cap mean for investors.
Indonesia's Reserves Hit US$146.8 Billion: What It Means for Lombok Buyers
Indonesia's foreign exchange reserves rose to US$146.8 billion in October, covering 5.3 months of imports. Here is what that buffer means for foreign buyers in Lombok.
NTB Chili Surplus Highlights Lombok Food Security and Price Stability
Indonesia will distribute West Nusa Tenggara's agricultural surplus to deficit provinces, underscoring Lombok's strong local food supply and controlled inflation.
Rupiah Rebounds to Rp 18,070 as US Midterm Shifts Calm Currency Volatility
Indonesia's rupiah strengthened to Rp 18,070 per US dollar following US midterm results and falling oil prices, offering foreign investors a more predictable currency window.
Jokowi Presents Original Diplomas in Court: Governance and Political Stability
Former President Joko Widodo testified in court to refute diploma forgery allegations, offering international investors a demonstration of legal process and institutional continuity in Indonesia.
Jokowi Testifies in Jakarta Court: What Legal Transparency Means for Indonesian Stability
Former President Joko Widodo appeared in court on November 5, 2026, testifying in a diploma forgery case, signaling institutional accountability for foreign investors.
Lombok Chili Surplus Signals Regional Price Stability Across NTB
A notable agricultural surplus in West Nusa Tenggara has driven staple food prices well below national reference caps, reinforcing regional macroeconomic stability for foreign investors.
Rupiah Strengthens Post-US Midterms: What It Means for Lombok Property
A strengthening rupiah and falling oil prices provide macro relief for Indonesia. Here is how foreign investors should navigate South Lombok property acquisitions.
Bank Indonesia Local Currency Trade Surges Past US$52 Billion
Bank Indonesia logs US$52.6 billion in local currency settlements through September 2026, lowering transaction frictions and currency risk for cross-border regional investors.
Rupiah Stabilises at 18,132 per Dollar: What Currency Shifts Mean for Lombok Villa Assets
The Indonesian rupiah edged up 0.15 percent to 18,132 against the US dollar. Here is how currency shifts shape land acquisitions and net yields in South Lombok.
Indonesia Weighs Higher Export FX Conversions to Bolster Rupiah Stability
Jakarta considers raising mandatory foreign-currency conversion caps for natural resource exporters, reinforcing onshore liquidity and domestic financial resilience.
Jakarta Wiretapping Allegations Test Institutional Discipline Under Prabowo
Allegations of unauthorized surveillance targeting President Prabowo Subianto prompt ministerial scrutiny, legal reviews, and broader questions regarding state institutional governance.
Prabowo Orders Transparent Inquiry into High-Level Wiretapping Case
President Prabowo Subianto directs police leadership to conduct an objective, transparent investigation into alleged wiretapping of state officials and ministers.
Bank Indonesia's Local Currency Boom: What De-Dollarisation Means for Lombok
Local currency transactions hit US$52.6 billion in Indonesia. We examine what Bank Indonesia's bilateral settlement surge means for foreign property investors in Lombok.
Indonesia Eyes Stronger Rupiah via Export Rules: What It Means for Investors
Jakarta plans to raise rupiah conversion caps on natural resource exports. We examine how currency stability and onshore liquidity affect South Lombok property assets.