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CIETAC Strengthens Ties with Austria to Boost Legal and Trade Cooperation

CIETAC Strengthens Ties with Austria to Boost Legal and Trade Cooperation

In March 2025, the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC), under the leadership of Vice President Xie Changqing, concluded a significant legal diplomacy mission to Austria aimed at advancing Sino-Austrian economic and legal collaboration. The visit was part of China's broader internationalization...
Government Regulation No. 8/2025: Exporters Required to Retain Export Proceeds from Natural Resources Domestically

Government Regulation No. 8/2025: Exporters Required to Retain Export Proceeds from Natural Resources Domestically

The President of the Republic of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, has introduced a significant policy aimed at strengthening national economic resilience by requiring the retention of Export Proceeds from Natural Resources (DHE SDA) within the country...
Chinese Court Invalidates Arbitration Clause in Standard Contract: Lessons on Informed Consent and Procedural Fairness

Chinese Court Invalidates Arbitration Clause in Standard Contract: Lessons on Informed Consent and Procedural Fairness

In a recent ruling with broad implications for cross-border contract enforcement, a Chinese court confirmed the invalidity of an arbitration clause in a standard-form agreement due to lack of proper disclosure...
Indonesia’s QR Code Payment System Faces Scrutiny from the U.S.

Indonesia’s QR Code Payment System Faces Scrutiny from the U.S.

Recently, the U.S. government listed Indonesia’s standardized QR code payment system—QRIS (Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard)—as a potential trade barrier in its official 2025 National Trade Estimate (NTE) Report...
Policy on the Waiver of Administrative Sanction in Connection With Coretax Implementation

Policy on the Waiver of Administrative Sanction in Connection With Coretax Implementation

The Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) has issued Director General of Taxes Decree No. KEP-67/PJ/2025, which regulates the policy on waiving administrative sanctions for late payment and/or tax deposit as well as the late submission of Tax Returns (SPT)...
Strategic Decisions in a Global Landscape: What Apple’s Investment in Indonesia Means for Foreign Investors

Strategic Decisions in a Global Landscape: What Apple’s Investment in Indonesia Means for Foreign Investors

Indonesia has once again captured global attention – this time, with one of the world’s most influential tech giants taking center stage: Apple Inc. According to reports, Apple has decided to establish a manufacturing facility in Indonesia for its Apple Tag product. ..
Legal Perspective on the Validity of Financial Statements Under Indonesian Law

Legal Perspective on the Validity of Financial Statements Under Indonesian Law

Pursuant to the Indonesian Financial Accounting Standards ("PSAK No. 201/2022"), financial statements serve as a structured presentation of an entity's financial position and financial performance. The obligation to prepare and present financial statements is further emphasized...
Accelerating Indonesia's Energy Transition: A Comprehensive Guide to the Latest Regulation on PPA for Renewable Energy Projects in Indonesia

Accelerating Indonesia's Energy Transition: A Comprehensive Guide to the Latest Regulation on PPA for Renewable Energy Projects in Indonesia

The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR), continues to strive to accelerate the energy transition to achieve its Net Zero Emission target by 2060. One of the latest steps is the issuance of MEMR Regulation No. 5 of 2025 on the Guidelines for Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) from Power Plants Using Renewable Energy Sources...
Navigating the Regulatory Landscape of Cryptocurrency Mining in Indonesia

Navigating the Regulatory Landscape of Cryptocurrency Mining in Indonesia

Cryptocurrency, or digital currency, has transformed the global financial system. Built on blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum enable secure, decentralized transactions. A vital aspect of this ecosystem is cryptocurrency mining-the process of verifying blockchain transactions while earning crypto rewards...
Increase in VAT Rate to 12%: Government Strategy to Maintain Fiscal Balance and Social Protection

Increase in VAT Rate to 12%: Government Strategy to Maintain Fiscal Balance and Social Protection

The Value Added Tax (VAT) rate in Indonesia will increase from the current 11% to 12%, effective January 1, 2025. This policy is part of the government's strategy to support the implementation of Law No. 7 of 2024 on the Harmonization of Tax Regulations (UU HPP), designed with consideration for vulnerable groups in society. ..
Why Chinese Enterprise Should Look to Indonesia Amid Escalating U.S – China Trade Tensions

Why Chinese Enterprise Should Look to Indonesia Amid Escalating U.S – China Trade Tensions

As the U.S continues to tighten its trade policies toward China, including plans to raise tariffs on some Chinese goods to as high as 145% many global manufacturers are actively rethinking their supply chain strategies...
Empowering Global Investors: Limited Stay Visa as a Strategic Gateway to Business and Residency in Indonesia

Empowering Global Investors: Limited Stay Visa as a Strategic Gateway to Business and Residency in Indonesia

Indonesia remains an attractive investment destination for foreign investors. To support the investment climate, the government provides the Limited Stay Visa for Foreign Investment (Index E28A), which allows foreign investors to reside and conduct business in Indonesia for 2 (two) years...
Landmark Green Energy Project: Schinder Law Firm Supports Tianyuan Group's Successful Operation of AEK SILANG II Hydropower Station

Landmark Green Energy Project: Schinder Law Firm Supports Tianyuan Group's Successful Operation of AEK SILANG II Hydropower Station

Set amidst the verdant mountains of North Sumatra, the AEK SILANG II Hydropower Station is more than just an infrastructure achievement-it is a powerful testament to sustainable development and the growing confidence of Chinese private enterprises investing abroad. Developed by PT. Bakara Energi Lestari and backed by Henan Tianyuan Industrial Group...
Ensuring the Continuity of Construction Service Certification Amid Certification Institution Closures

Ensuring the Continuity of Construction Service Certification Amid Certification Institution Closures

At the beginning of 2025, the Minister of Public Works of the Republic of Indonesia issued Ministerial Decree No. 1/SE/M/2025 regarding the Guidelines for Business Entity Certification Services for Certification Institutions in the Construction Services Sector That Cannot Operate Due to License Status...
Disbursement of THR for Private Sector Employees in 2025: Provisions and Employer Obligations

Disbursement of THR for Private Sector Employees in 2025: Provisions and Employer Obligations

The Religious Holiday Allowance (THR) is a mandatory entitlement for employees and must be provided by employers in accordance with Article 1 of the Regulation of the Minister of Manpower No. 6 of 2016 on Religious Holiday Allowance for...
Driving Excellence in Dispute Resolution – BIAMC and Prof. Dr. OC Kaligis Deliver a Full-House Hybrid Course

Driving Excellence in Dispute Resolution – BIAMC and Prof. Dr. OC Kaligis Deliver a Full-House Hybrid Course

Thursday, March 6, 2025 – BIAMC, a leading force in advancing arbitration and alternative dispute resolution in Indonesia, proudly partnered with one of Indonesia’s most distinguished legal figures, Prof. Dr. OC Kaligis, to deliver a highly anticipated hybrid course
Investment Potential in Indonesia's International Carbon Trading Market

Investment Potential in Indonesia's International Carbon Trading Market

Indonesia officially launched international carbon trading through the Indonesia Carbon Exchange (IDXCarbon) as part of its commitment to achieving the Net Zero Emission target by 2060. This milestone demonstrates the government's strong dedication to supporting the green energy transition while expanding investment opportunities...
Indonesia's New Era of Tax Digitalization: How Does the Core Tax System (CTS) Reshape Tax Administration?

Indonesia's New Era of Tax Digitalization: How Does the Core Tax System (CTS) Reshape Tax Administration?

In this digital era, technology has influenced almost all aspects of life, including taxation. One of the innovations that is being implemented in Indonesia is the new tax administration system: Core Tax. This system aims to improve tax administration efficiency,..