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Tag: indonesia
The Indonesia category covers economic trends, trade relations, investment opportunities, and market developments in one of Southeast Asia’s largest economies. It explores bilateral trade, industry growth, government policies, and infrastructure projects, providing insights into foreign direct investment (FDI), regulatory changes, and key sectors like manufacturing, energy, and digital economy. This section is a resource for businesses, investors, and policymakers looking to understand Indonesia’s evolving market landscape.
Indonesia: 2025 growth outlook cut to 4.7 percent in latest IMF forecast
Indonesia’s economic growth is now projected to slow to 4.7 percent in 2025, down from the 5.1 percent forecast made just six months ago, according to the International Monetary Fund’s April 2025 World Economic Outlook. The IMF has also projected this 4.7 percent growth rate to hold steady in 2026.
Vietnam’s imports of animal and vegetable fats and oils jump 45.29 percent in March 2025
Vietnam imported US$139.10 million worth of animal and vegetable fats and oils in March 2025, a 45.29 percent increase from February, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brought total imports for the first quarter to US$333.27 million.
Vietnam’s exports to Indonesia climb 18 percent in February
Vietnam exported US$515.19 million worth of goods to Indonesia in February 2025, up 17.84 percent from January’s US$437.20 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brought total exports to Indonesia in the first two months of 2025 to US$951.77 million.
Vietnam’s imports from Indonesia soar 46 percent in February
Vietnam imported US$1.01 billion worth of goods from Indonesia in February 2025, a sharp increase of 46.36 percent compared to US$690.99 million in January, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brought total imports from Indonesia for the first two months of the year to US$1.70 billion.
Where are Nikes Made in Indonesia 2025?
Nike products are manufactured in Indonesia primarily in West Java and Central Java, two of the country’s main industrial hubs. Key manufacturing zones include areas around Bandung, Cianjur, Karawang, and Semarang, where Nike’s supplier factories produce footwear, apparel, and equipment. These locations offer access to skilled labour, established infrastructure, and proximity to export ports, making them strategic sites in Nike’s global supply chain.
Manufacturing in Indonesia: Industry Overview 2025
Indonesia’s manufacturing sector is the largest in Southeast Asia by output and a cornerstone of the country’s economic structure, contributing approximately 19 to 21 percent of gross domestic product (GDP). It plays a crucial role in job creation, exports, and industrialisation, and has been central to the government’s ambitions to transition the economy from resource dependence to value-added production. This article breaks down the key details.
How to Start a Business in Indonesia 2025
Indonesia’s booming economy has seen huge numbers of foreign firms enter the market. More often than not, they are looking for a low-cost manufacturing base to make their goods or a rapidly emerging consumer market in which to sell their good. Starting a business in Indonesia for foreign firms can be tricky. This article runs through the procedure and key requirements.
Indonesian tourist arrivals in Vietnam increase in January
Vietnam welcomed 19,274 tourists from Indonesia in January, accounting for 0.9 percent of total international arrivals, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism. This represents a 7.7 percent increase from December and a 7.5 percent rise year-on-year.
US steps back from lead role in Indonesia’s JETP, Vietnam too?
The United States has announced that it will take a step back from its role as a lead partner in Indonesia’s Just Energy Partnership Agreement (JETP), the Jakarta Post has reported. Germany is set to take over the role with JETP Secretariat head Paul Butarbutar telling the publication this would
Indonesian tourist arrivals to Vietnam grow by 16.86 percent in December
Indonesian travellers are drawn to Vietnam for its cultural diversity, shopping opportunities, and vibrant culinary experiences. Popular destinations include Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Da Nang, which are well-suited for short-haul travel…
Indonesia sees decline in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Indonesia invested in 19 new projects in Vietnam with US$27.20 million in newly registered capital…
Indonesian tourist arrivals in Vietnam remain steady in November
Year-to-date, Indonesian arrivals reached 166,000, reflecting a 29.3 percent growth compared to the same period last year. Indonesia remains a key ASEAN market for Vietnam’s tourism industry, with steady numbers contributing to the sector’s recovery.
Vietnam’s imports from Indonesia decline slightly in November
Year-to-date imports from Indonesia totalled US$9.46 billion. Key imported products included coal, which saw a 4.96 percent increase month-on-month to US$216.71 million, and animal, vegetable fats and oils, which declined by 35.49 percent to US$64.43 million.
Vietnam’s exports to Indonesia grow 6.8 percent in October
Vietnam’s exports to Indonesia reached US$527.62 million in October, up 6.80 percent month-on-month with year-to-date export value totalling US$5.16 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
AMRO lowers ASEAN growth forecast on Vietnam, Indonesia downward revisions
ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office–AMRO–has lowered its growth forecast for the ASEAN region from 4.8 percent to 4.7 percent after revising down the GDP growth forecasts of Vietnam and Indonesia by a tenth of a point each, according to the body’s ASEAN+3 Regional Economic Outlook Update, October 2024. “The sharp but
Should Vietnam Be Worried About Indonesia Joining the CPTPP?
Last week, Indonesia officially applied to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade agreement. Whereas the benefits to Indonesia are clear, for Vietnam, a founding member of the agreement, it could be problematic. This article looks at the risks and opportunities for Vietnam if Indonesia’s accession is approved…
Indonesia officially applies to join Vietnam, others in CPTPP
Of note, the Indonesian and Vietnamese economies are relatively similar. They are both export oriented and have developed quickly by providing abundant low-cost abundant labour to global manufacturing. As such, the two countries often compete for foreign direct investment projects. In this context, Indonesia’s ascension to the agreement could chip away at Vietnam’s edge over its neighbour to the south.
Indonesian ride-hailing app GoJek to withdraw from Vietnam market
Of note, it is not the first ride-hailing app to withdraw from the country. South Korea’s Baemin announced it would cease operations in the country back at the end of last year and Uber left Vietnam back in 2018 after selling its Southeast Asian operations to Grab…
US firm pays US$218 million to resolve bribery investigation in Vietnam, India, and Indonesia
US firm, the Albemarle Corporation, has agreed to pay US$218 million to settle claims that it paid bribes to secure tenders in Vietnam, Indonesia, and India, The Investor is reporting. In Vietnam, the chemical company paid above-market rates to a sales agent ‘who requested increased commissions to pay bribes to