A Share Pledge Agreement Indonesia is one of the most crucial security instruments used in business financing, foreign investment, joint ventures, and corporate debt transactions in Indonesia. Whether you are a lender, investor, venture capitalist, private equity firm, or business owner, understanding how share pledges work will determine how secure your investment truly is. With […]
Over the past decade, Indonesia has undergone a significant transformation in tax administration. The government’s commitment to strengthening fiscal transparency, driven by the Harmonized Tax Law (HPP Law) and the introduction of digital tax systems, has made corporate tax behaviour a central focus of regulatory oversight. Companies that once viewed taxation merely as a compliance […]
On 11 September 2025, the Ministry of Industry of the Republic of Indonesia (MOI) issued MOI Regulation No. 35 of 2025 concerning Provisions and Procedures for Certification of Domestic Component Levels (Tingkat Komponen Dalam Negeri, TKDN) and Company Utilisation Point Ratings (Bobot Manfaat Perusahaan, BMP). This regulation will take effect on 11 December 2025, replacing […]
The Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) has enacted Regulation No. 5 of 2025 on the Implementation of Risk-Based Business Licensing through the Online Single Submission (OSS) System, effective 1 November 2025. This new regulation consolidates and refines various prior implementing rules under Government Regulation No. 5 of 2021 on Risk-Based Business Licensing (“GR 5/2021”). The issuance […]
If you intend to establish, acquire, or invest in a company in Indonesia, you will encounter the country’s distinctive two-tier board system, which separates management under the Board of Directors (Direksi) from supervision under the Board of Commissioners (Dewan Komisaris). This separation is not merely formal, it defines who holds the authority to bind the […]
The Indonesian government has issued PMK 37/2025: E-Commerce Platforms as Income Tax Collectors in Indonesia, a landmark regulation that reshapes digital taxation. Under this rule, e-commerce platforms meeting certain thresholds are formally appointed as income tax collectors, shifting the responsibility from individual sellers to large digital marketplaces. This move ensures fair tax compliance, strengthens state […]
Indonesia’s port infrastructure constitutes the primary artery of its trade system and plays a decisive role in sustaining national economic growth. However, these very ports remain highly susceptible to violations of customs and excise laws, including the trade of non-excise or illegal goods. In recent years, the State has reinforced its position that corporate actors—rather […]
If you own, develop, finance, or invest in land in Indonesia, you are operating in a regulatory window that is closing fast. This legal reminder on Indonesia land certificates: re-registration, customary rights expiry, and state acquisition of abandoned land is not just policy talk—it directly affects your ability to prove ownership, raise financing, complete M&A, […]
Land is not just a piece of earth in Indonesia, it represents wealth, security, and often cultural identity. For many families, land is an inheritance passed through generations, while for companies and investors, it is the foundation of business expansion and infrastructure development. Yet, despite its importance, land ownership in Indonesia is often clouded with […]
Shares classification in Indonesia company is not merely a drafting choice; it is a statutory-anchored mechanism that determines control, economics, governance stability, and investor protections. Under Law No. 40 of 2007 on Limited Liability Companies (UUPT) as amended companies may create one or more classes of shares in their Articles of Association (Anggaran Dasar/AD), provided […]
Construction Companies in Indonesia are the backbone of the country’s ambitious development agenda. With the government targeting massive infrastructure expansion under the “Golden Indonesia 2045 Vision,” the industry is becoming one of the most attractive sectors for both local entrepreneurs and foreign investors. From skyscrapers in Jakarta to renewable energy projects in Sulawesi, the opportunities […]
Energy is the heartbeat of any nation, and Indonesia is no exception. Despite a growing global shift toward renewable energy, oil and gas remain the backbone of Indonesia’s economic and industrial development. They fuel transportation, power industries, and secure state revenues that finance infrastructure, healthcare, and education. For businesses and investors, the oil and gas […]
