
Shanghai Maritime Court Validates Ad Hoc Arbitration — A Judicial Shift with Lessons for Indonesia
The Shanghai Maritime Court issued a pivotal ruling affirming the validity of an ad hoc arbitration clause, the first decision of its kind following the implementation of the Regulations on Promoting the Establishment of an International Commercial Arbitration Center in Shanghai (“Arbitration Regulations”)…

Tax Incentives for Public Companies: Corporate Income Tax Reduction of Up to 3%
In an effort to enhance the competitiveness of the capital market and encourage companies to go public, the Indonesian government offers tax incentives to Public Companies that meet certain criteria. This provision is regulated under Article 64 and Article 65 of Government Regulation No. 55 of 2022 on the Adjustment of Regulations in the Field of Income Tax (“GR 55/2022”), which is a derivative of Law No. 7 of 2021 on the Harmonization of Tax Regulations…

Post-IPO Challenges: What Newly Public Companies in Indonesia Should Be Aware Of
After completing the Initial Public Offering (IPO) process, many companies assume that the most challenging phase is behind them. In reality, becoming a public company marks the beginning of far more complex responsibilities. The success of an IPO is not only measured by how much capital is raised from the public…

IDX Officially Opens Registration for Equity Liquidity Providers to Improve Market Liquidity
The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) officially enacted the Decree of the Board of Directors of the Indonesia Stock Exchange Number Kep-00003/BEI/04-2025 concerning Exchange Regulation Number II-Q on Equity Liquidity Provider Activities on the Exchange (“Exchange Regulation Number II-Q”)

Prohibition of Withholding Diplomas and Personal Documents by Employers
The Government of Indonesia, through the Ministry of Manpower, has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting workers rights by issuing Minister of Manpower Circular No. M/5/HK.04.00/V/2025 concerning the Prohibition of Withholding Diplomas and/or Personal Documents Belonging to Workers/Laborers by Employers…

Initial Public Offering (IPO): Preparing a Company to Go Public in Indonesia
When discussing the capital markets, the topic of IPO is certainly one that cannot be overlooked. Initial Public Offering (IPO), which refers to the process of transforming a company’s funding structure from privately held to publicly owned. An IPO is one of the key methods for a company to raise capital from the public by selling a portion of its shares in the stock market…

Electricity Supply Business Plan 2025-2034 Officially Launched to Guide Indonesia’s Power Sector
The government continues to strengthen its commitment to sustainable energy development through the release of the Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL) of PT PLN (Persero) for the 2025-2034 period. This document serves as a strategic guide for transforming the national electricity sector, with a focus on reducing dependence on fossil fuels and expanding electricity access to remote areas…

Two Strategic Government Regulations Drive Improved Mining Governance and Clean Energy Transition
In an effort to strengthen governance in the mining sector and accelerate the transition toward clean energy, the Government of Indonesia has issued new regulations aimed at enhancing sustainable resource management and supporting national decarbonization goals. These regulatory measures reflect the government’s ongoing commitment to balancing economic development with environmental responsibility…

Effective Management of Employment Termination: Legal Considerations and Schinder Law Firm Success Stories
Termination of employment is one of the most sensitive and contentious aspects of labor law in Indonesia. Employers must navigate a complex regulatory framework to ensure compliance with statutory obligations and avoid costly disputes. At Arta & Partners, we have successfully represented both domestic and multinational clients in various labor disputes, ensuring fair outcomes and risk mitigation…

Indonesia’s Biomass Co-Firing Strategy: Unlocking Cleaner Power Amid Structural Challenges
As part of its energy transition roadmap, Indonesia is embracing biomass co-firing as a key decarbonization strategy. With ambitions to reach 23% renewable energy by 2025 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2060, the government is transforming over 100 coal-fired power plants to integrate biomass…
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