Jakarta Weighs Scrapping Import Quotas on Key Goods in Face of US Tariffs

The Indonesian government is deliberating a major shift in trade policy following President Prabowo Subianto’s proposal to remove import quotas on key commodities, just as the United States imposed a 32 percent reciprocal tariff on Indonesian goods. The proposed reform has sparked debate among ministries and lawmakers, with critics warning of potential risks to domestic […]
Gov’t Calls for Import Quotas Elimination

President Prabowo Subianto has called for the removal of import quotas, particularly for commodities crucial to the livelihoods of the people. In this regard, the President stated that he had issued directives to relevant officials to eliminate quota mechanisms that could impede the smooth flow of trade. “But one thing is clear, the Coordinating Minister, […]
The Role of Indonesia Pastry Alliance in Supporting Local Culinary Business

The world pastry business seems to be endless. Even these business opportunities from year to year are increasingly and continue to grow rapidly. Moreover, the world of pastry is one type of food processing and presentation that focuses on various types of cakes. Therefore, the Indonesia Pastry Alliance (IPA) exists as an association or alliance […]
Wicien Widjaja; Introducing the Wine Sommelier Profession Through Basic Wine Training

Enjoying a meal at a well-known fancy restaurant is incomplete without a glass of wine. In a sense, wine is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented fruit, especially grapes. Uniquely, each type of wine has different characteristics and tastes which include fruity, alcoholic, sour, sweet and tannin. All of these flavors are depend on the […]