Why Expat Hiring in Indonesia Now Demands Stronger Justification and Documentation

Indonesia has long relied on foreign professionals to support strategic industries—from advanced manufacturing and energy to digital transformation and infrastructure development. But as expatriate numbers rise, the government is recalibrating…

School holidays no longer provide mental health protection for Victorian adolescents

New research as found that school holidays, which previously provided a protective buffer against suicidal and self-harm behaviours in adolescents, no longer have this effect in the post-pandemic era. Using data from…

Why More Foreign Firms Are Choosing Employer of Record Over Entity Setup in Indonesia

Indonesia continues to rank high on the list of expansion targets for foreign companies. With Southeast Asia’s largest domestic market, a young workforce, and strong demand across digital, professional services,…

Is Indonesia Still Competitive for Startups in 2025?

Indonesia has long been positioned as Southeast Asia’s most promising startup market: a vast consumer base, rapid digital adoption, and steady government efforts to attract foreign investment. Yet as 2025…

Indonesia’s Latest Licensing Reform Signals a Shift in How Foreign Investment Is Managed

Indonesia has taken another step toward reshaping its investment climate with the issuance of BKPM Regulation No. 5 of 2025, a move that quietly but materially alters how businesses—particularly foreign-owned…

Weather-related disasters can sway votes but won’t deliver climate action, study shows

A new study shows that, despite fires, floods and record heat, most Australians do not change their behaviour or beliefs in response to climate change – except in a narrow window following…

Is IDR 10 Billion the Cost of Entry or the Cost of Growth in Indonesia?

For many foreign investors considering Indonesia, one number has long loomed large: IDR 10 billion. It is often cited—sometimes asserted—as the minimum capital required to establish a foreign-owned company (PT…

Why Documentation Determines How Fast Foreign Investors Can Enter Indonesia

Indonesia continues to attract foreign investors drawn by its scale, digital growth, and strategic position in Southeast Asia. Yet for many, the biggest determinant of success is not market demand…

Music Australia co-invests $1.7 million with Australian record labels to drive the breakthrough of Australian recording artists

Music Australia has announced the recipients of the Record Label Development Scheme, and the inaugural Marketing & Manufacturing Grants, matched-funding initiatives designed to boost the development and advancement of Australian…

KM Pest Control Perth Champions Eco-Friendly Solutions for Safer Pest Removal Perth

Emphasizes the use of products and methods that are safer for families, pets, and the Western Australian ecosystem. BYFORD, WA – The demand for environmentally conscious property maintenance has led…