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Indonesia's Economic Initiatives

Indonesia ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Economy & Trade

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Indonesia plans to deposit an additional 400 trillion rupiah into state banks to ease liquidity. The National Nutrition Agency aims for budget savings without compromising program quality. Meanwhile, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank will open a branch in Indonesia, committing $17 billion for development projects and planning a representative office.

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Indonesia to implement new cigarette tax layers this year

- Indonesia's Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa confirmed plans to add new excise tax layers for cigarettes this year. - The government and parliament are still discussing the implementation details but aim for enactment within 2026. - Civil society groups oppose the move, arguing it won't eliminate illegal cigarettes and could increase health spending.