This chapter contains listings for embassies, state ministries and other facilities, contacts for useful services and organisations, helpful tips and information for new travellers, and accommodation options around Indonesia.
Economy
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Long considered South-east Asia’s economic powerhouse, Indonesia has seen growth decelerate in recent years as commodities prices fall and demand in China weakens, while currency depreciation in light of US monetary easing has affected its manufacturing and industrial sectors, as well as small and medium-sized enterprises. Falling global oil prices led to a removal of oil subsidies, which...
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Articles & Analysis | Ridwan Kamil, Mayor of Bandung; and Tri Rismaharini, Mayor of Surabaya: Interview from The Report: Indonesia 2017
Which areas present the greatest opportunities for investment in 2016/17?
Articles & Analysis | Decentralisation paying off for three dynamic regional cities in Indonesia from The Report: Indonesia 2017
During the years of former President Suharto’s rule, Indonesia’s political and economic power was concentrated in Jakarta. But with democratisation has come decentralisation, a trend that has gathered momentum since direct local elections were introduced in 2005, in turn creating a new breed of grassroots politician. After all, it was...
Interviews & Viewpoints | Hugo Swire, UK Member of Parliament: Interview from The Report: Indonesia 2017
How can the UK capitalise on the potential Indonesia holds to create more business opportunities for British companies?