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…

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)…

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…

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…

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…

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. ..

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…

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…

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…

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…