Indonesia To Boost Coal Output As Oil Prices Surge

JAKARTA, March 20 (Bernama) -- Indonesia plans to increase coal production in response to rising global oil prices, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto said.

Oil Price Shock Could Force Indonesia To Breach Three Per Cent GDP Deficit Rule

JAKARTA, March 13 (Bernama) -- Indonesia may struggle to keep its budget deficit within the legal ceiling of three per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) if global oil prices continue to surge due to prolonged geopolitical tensions, potentially forcing the government to consider extraordinary fiscal measures.

Pertamina's RDMP Balikpapan Operation Boosts Indonesia’s Refining Capacity

JAKARTA, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- After nearly a decade of development, the Refinery Development Master Plan (RDMP) Balikpapan project, the flagship initiative under the national RDMP programme of PT Pertamina (Persero), has entered its initial operation phase, marking a major milestone in Indonesia’s refinery modernisation efforts.

CPO Futures Close Lower On Expectations Indonesia Maintains B40 Biodiesel Programme

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi and Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Tuesday due to the expectation that Indonesia will continue its B40 biodiesel programme this year, said a trader.

APEC Leaders' Commendations Underscore Malaysia's Leadership Capabilities -- PM Anwar

From Nor Baizura Basri

GYEONGJU (South Korea), Oct 31 (Bernama) — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the congratulatory messages from Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders for Malaysia’s successful hosting of the recent 47th ASEAN Summit underscore the country’s ability to lead with wisdom and determination.

Malaysia, Indonesia Agree Tebedu-Entikong Trade Route -- Abang Johari

KUCHING, Sept 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Indonesia have agreed to open an official trade route between Tebedu in southwest Sarawak and Entikong in Kalimantan, marking a significant milestone in strengthening cross-border economic collaboration.

ASEAN Must Focus On Building More Integrated, Resilient Economy - PM Anwar

JAKARTA, July 29 (Bernama) -- It is imperative that ASEAN focus its energies inward, towards building a more integrated and resilient economy in facing today’s global economic headwinds, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. 

Trump Says 19 Pct Tariff To Be Charged On Indonesian Goods

NEW YORK, July 16 (Bernama-Xinhua) -- US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that Indonesia will pay a 19 per cent tariff on all goods exported to the United States (US), while US exports to Indonesia are to be free of tariff- and non-tariff barriers, reported Xinhua.

Malaysia, Italy To Deepen Economic Ties With Focus On Energy Transition

From Arul Rajoo Durar Raj

ROME, July 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Italy have agreed to enhance their long-standing economic ties, with a focus on energy transition that has also attracted interest from Japan and Indonesia.

Anwar, Prabowo Agree To Boost Strategic Cooperation, To Jointly Develop Ambalat Area 

From Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar

JAKARTA, June 27 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto have expressed the strong commitment of both countries to accelerate strategic cooperation in various fields including joint development in the maritime border area of ​​Malaysia and Indonesia in Ambalat in a peaceful and mutually beneficial manner.

Tengku Zafrul Discusses Economic Cooperation With Singapore, Indonesia Leaders

KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) -- Investment, Trade and Industry Minister, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz, held discussions with leaders from Singapore and his counterpart from Indonesia to enhance and strengthen economic cooperation for the mutual benefit of the three neighbouring countries.

BIMP-EAGA Fuels Trade, Investment And Energy Growth – Marcos Jr

By Karina Imran & Anas Abu Hassan 

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 (Bernama) -- The joint initiatives under the Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) have played a vital role in narrowing the development gap within the sub-region.