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Indonesia's export rules create confusion amid revenue drive

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Indonesia has implemented new regulations aimed at boosting its foreign exchange reserves by cracking down on commodity exports. These rules mandate that most non-oil and gas exporters must deposit 100% of their earnings in state-owned banks for a year. However, exemptions exist for countries with existing trade agreements, who only need to deposit 30% for three months, leading to widespread confusion among businesses. AI

RANK_REASON New national-level economic policy with significant potential impact on trade. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Indonesia's export rules create confusion amid revenue drive

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Resty Woro Yuniar ·

    Chasing billions: Indonesia’s commodity export crackdown sows confusion

    Indonesia lost nearly US$1 trillion in resource wealth over a 34-year period due to deceptive trade practices, President Prabowo Subianto declared in parliament on May 20. That same day, a set of new export controls was unveiled. Foreign-exchange earnings would be locked in Indon…

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