Exclusive | Inside Indonesia’s inner circle: Hashim Djojohadikusumo on his brother Prabowo’s vision

Hashim Djojohadikusumo is smiling almost beatifically, but the trademark feistiness is unmistakable. We are sitting down for a chat amid the turmoil gripping Indonesia’s capital markets and he says emphatically that “it’s good, it’s good” that it happened. This unvarnished answer is one of several he gives as we talk about his country, nearly two … Read more

Indonesia and Thailand Embark on Historic OECD Accession Journey

  “Joining the OECD represents an opportunity for Indonesia and Thailand to demonstrate their commitment to international standards,” added Mursitama. “It’s a journey that benefits our economies, citizens, and regional stature.”       Thailand’s Journey: Building on Decades of Engagement Chutintorn Gongsakdi, secretary to the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Thailand, provided … Read more

Southeast Asia Pivots to ‘Quality Over Quantity’ in Investment Strategy

    “Predictable, transparent processes for investment screening are essential,” Baird noted, adding that such mechanisms should address legitimate national security concerns without hindering competition or valuable investment.     Structural Reforms Key to Success Jens Arnold, Head of Division at the OECD Economics Department, provided broader context for the region’s challenges.   … Read more

Google Rate & Trump’s Elimination Plan

Trump’s Return Casts Shadow on Global Digital Tax Efforts Table of Contents Trump’s Return Casts Shadow on Global Digital Tax Efforts OECD’s Tax Reform Efforts Stalled Spain’s Digital Services Tax US Opposition⁣ and International Tensions Unilateral Taxes and Retaliation A Truce and a Looming Threat Trump’s ​Return and the ⁣Future of ⁤Global‍ Digital ⁤Taxes: ‍A … Read more

Sweden Begins Work On Expansion Of Short-Lived Radioactive Waste Repository

SKB announces start of six-year project at Forsmark facility The facility needs to be extended to accommodate decommissioning waste from Sweden’s six nuclear power plants. Courtesy SKB. Work to extend Sweden’s final repository for short-lived radioactive waste has begun with blasting 45 metres below ground, nuclear fuel management company SKB said. What we offer … Read more

US Angry About Indonesia Joining BRICS? Airlangga’s Response Explained

Archyde Indonesia’s Strategic Entry into BRICS: A Game-Changer in global Economics Jakarta – In a move that has turned heads across the globe, Indonesia has officially entered the ranks of BRICS—the influential alliance comprising Brazil, russia, India, China, and South Africa. This decision, while celebrated in some quarters, has also raised eyebrows, notably concerning its … Read more

Unlike OECD, BRICS Has No Membership Dues: Mari Elka

Jakarta. Indonesia has just become the newest full member of the BRICS grouping. Unlike the OECD which Jakarta is also pursuing, BRICS does not require its members to pay a certain amount of money, according to a presidential advisor. Indonesia is now the 10th member of BRICS which originally brought together Brazil, Russia, India, China, … Read more