Indonesia to Strengthen Underwater Security

Indonesia to Strengthen Underwater Security

Jan 4, 2021

Following the recent discovery of an Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV) near Selayar Island in South Sulawesi, Indonesia looks to strengthen its underwater security and defense. The Deputy Speaker (DPR) of the House of Representatives recently urged the Indonesian...
Indonesia’s E-Commerce Sector Number One in South East Asia

Indonesia’s E-Commerce Sector Number One in South East Asia

Jan 4, 2021

According to research undertaken by Bank DBS Indonesia, the country has the highest rate of e-commerce in South East Asia. Since 2019, 90% of internet users in Indonesia have made purchases via e-commerce platforms. Since the pandemic, online shopping has increased by...
Taco Bell Opens its First Restaurant in Jakarta

Taco Bell Opens its First Restaurant in Jakarta

Jan 4, 2021

Taco Bell – the world-renowned Mexican-inspired quick service restaurant (QSR) – officially opened its doors to the public in Indonesia on December 18, 2020, with the opening of its branch in Jakarta. This also marks the restaurant’s first flagship location in the...
Indonesia to Scale Up Battery Manufacturing for Electric Vehicles

Indonesia to Scale Up Battery Manufacturing for Electric Vehicles

Jan 4, 2021

In October 2020, several state-owned Indonesian companies formed a joint venture for batteries for electric vehicles (EV). The new joint venture, called Indonesia Battery Holding, will cover everything from producing chemicals and minerals to the manufacturing of...