Jakarta, Indonesia, January 31, 2012—A new report from IFC and the World Bank released today finds that business reforms undertaken by Indonesian cities have paid off,  making it easier for local entrepreneurs to start and operate a business

Jakarta, January 19, 2012 – The Investment Coordinating Board of Republic of Indonesia (BKPM) today announces the fourth quarter (October - December) 2011 and period of January to December 2011 of its investment realization figures for both domestic (PMDN) and foreign direct investment (PMA).

Jakarta, 6 January 2012 - The government has launched a new round of tax incentives aimed at boosting downstream investment, widening the floor for 129 business sectors to be eligible for the so-called “tax allowance”.

Jakarta, 15 December 2011 - Indonesia’s sovereign debt rating was raised to investment grade on Thursday by Fitch Ratings, who cited the country’s “strong and resilient” economy.

Jakarta, December 8^th 2011 – In order to enhance and accelerate the development of pioneer industries, pursuant to Article 18 of Law Number 25 Year 2007 concerning Investment, the Government may grant facilities in the form of income tax exemption or reduction in certain amount and period (tax holiday) to new investments.