Indonesia plans to embed AI in key programmes, including $15 billion free-meal drive, document shows

Indonesia plans to embed artificial intelligence in some key government programmes including its $15 billion free meals plan, according to a ‌presidential regulation draft seen by Reuters, part of a strategy that the government believes could lift its gross domestic product by 12% by 2030.

Reuters • Jun 22, 2026

Bank Indonesia Raises Rates Again to Defend Rupiah

Indonesia's central bank raised interest rates again Thursday as it seeks to support the rupiah and contain inflation risks stemming from geopolitical volatility.

WSJ • Jun 18, 2026

What The U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Means For Asia

The peace deal and partial resumption of oil flows reduce near-term inflation risks, giving some central banks (notably Taiwan and India) room to delay tightening. However, a broad pivot remains premature, as still-elevated oil prices, rising food price risks, and second-round effects keep the policy stance asymmetric and biased towards caution.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 19, 2026

Asian Currencies Consolidate Before Decision by Warsh-Led FOMC

Asian currencies consolidated against the dollar before first decision by a FOMC led by Chairman Kevin Warsh later.

WSJ • Jun 17, 2026

Bank Indonesia Surprises With Rate Hike to Stem Rupiah Bleeding

Indonesia's central bank hiked rates in an off-schedule decision on Tuesday, coming as a complex mix of headwinds hammer the country's currency.

WSJ • Jun 9, 2026

Younger Generations Drive Investment Growth In Southeast Asia

The retail surge is driven by rapid digitalization, a young demographic and increasing disposable income. Young investors are embracing both traditional and alternative assets.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 7, 2026

Bank Indonesia Delivers First Rate Hike in Years as Rupiah Flounders, Risks Rise

Indonesia's central bank snapped a long-running pause as it delivered its first rate hike in over two years.

WSJ • May 20, 2026

Foreign firms eye Hong Kong listings as IPO rebound broadens

About 10 companies from countries including Indonesia, South Korea and Singapore have filed for Hong Kong listings this year and some others are exploring options, an ​exchange executive said, as the market's robust IPO momentum lures global firms.

Reuters • May 19, 2026

Indonesia wants to reforest 12 million hectares of degraded land, may sell carbon offsets, minister says

Indonesia is committed to rehabilitate 12 million hectares (29.65 million acres) of degraded land ​and potentially integrate new tree-planting efforts ‌with its plan to develop carbon offset projects, its forestry minister said in a statement on Tuesday.

Reuters • May 12, 2026

Hunting For Dividends: Is ASEAN Next?

ASEAN's dividend opportunity is underpinned by diverse and evolving market characteristics. The FTSE ASEAN Index, which captures the large- and mid-cap companies listed in the five ASEAN markets - Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and Philippines - has delivered a 10-year average dividend yield of 3.57%. Across multiple market cycles over the past 25 years, a back-test of the FTSE ASEAN ex REITs Target Dividend Index's strategy showed notable resilience during market downturns and lower overall volatility compared with the broader ASEAN market.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 14, 2026