Blog Category: Legal Updates

Indonesia Issues BKPM Regulation No. 5 of 2025 to Implement Updated Risk-Based Business Licensing Framework

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Indonesia’s Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry/Head of the Investment Coordinating Board (“BKPM”) has issued BKPM Regulation No. 5 of 2025 on Guidelines and Procedures for the Implementation of Risk-Based Business Licensing and Investment Facilities through the Electronically Integrated Business Licensing System (Online Single Submission/OSS) (“BKPM Regulation 5/2025”). The regulation was issued on October 1, … Indonesia Issues BKPM Regulation No. 5 of 2025 to Implement Updated Risk-Based Business Licensing Framework

Non-Competition Clauses in Indonesia: Insights from an Indonesian Supreme Court Ruling

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In late 2023, the Indonesian Supreme Court, in Decision No. 3549 K/Pdt/2023, granted an appeal filed by a company in the elevator industry against a former employee. The decision has attracted much attention as a notable development in the enforceability of non-competition clauses in employment agreements and their treatment as a breach of contract under … Non-Competition Clauses in Indonesia: Insights from an Indonesian Supreme Court Ruling

Indonesia Enacts New Criminal Procedure Code: Key Implications for Investigations and Enforcement

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On December 17, 2025, the President of Indonesia signed the criminal procedure bill into Law No. 20 of 2025 (the “New KUHAP”), following its parliamentary approval in November 2025. The New KUHAP replaces Indonesia’s four-decades-old Law No. 8 of 1981 (the “Old KUHAP”) and took effect on January 2, 2026. While public discourse continues to … Indonesia Enacts New Criminal Procedure Code: Key Implications for Investigations and Enforcement

2025 BANI Rules and the Introduction of Emergency Arbitration: Navigating the Challenges of Enforcement in Indonesia

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The 2025 Rules of Badan Arbitrase Nasional Indonesia (“BANI”), Indonesia’s leading arbitral institution for domestic and international commercial disputes, mark a significant milestone with the formal introduction of emergency arbitration into Indonesia’s arbitral framework. This mechanism allows parties to seek urgent interim relief prior to the constitution of a full arbitral tribunal. The introduction of … 2025 BANI Rules and the Introduction of Emergency Arbitration: Navigating the Challenges of Enforcement in Indonesia

Indonesia Launches ‘Lapor Menaker’ Digital Platform to Strengthen Labor Law Enforcement

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On November 12, 2025, Indonesia’s Ministry of Manpower (“MoM”) officially launched Lapor Menaker, an integrated reporting platform designed to receive public complaints and reports concerning compliance with labor and employment norms in Indonesia. The MoM has emphasized that Lapor Menaker is intended to serve as the government’s official, fast and direct communication channel for the … Indonesia Launches ‘Lapor Menaker’ Digital Platform to Strengthen Labor Law Enforcement

Indonesia Overhauls Export Proceeds Requirements for Natural Resources

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The Government of Indonesia is set to introduce a revised regulatory framework governing the placement of export proceeds derived from natural resources (Devisa Hasil Ekspor Sumber Daya Alam or “DHE SDA”), scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026. Currently, the DHE SDA regime is governed by Government Regulation No. 36 of 2023 regarding Foreign … Indonesia Overhauls Export Proceeds Requirements for Natural Resources

Pathways Toward Enhanced Child Safety in the Digital Gaming Ecosystem: The Indonesian Game Rating System Framework

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Over the past two years, the Government of Indonesia has launched several significant initiatives to strengthen digital safety, including specific measures aimed at protecting children within the gaming ecosystem. In early 2024, through Presidential Regulation No. 19 of 2024, dated February 12, 2024, regarding the Acceleration of the National Game Industry, the Government established a … Pathways Toward Enhanced Child Safety in the Digital Gaming Ecosystem: The Indonesian Game Rating System Framework

Indonesia Issues Draft OJK Regulation on Digital Financial Asset Offerings

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With the rapid expansion of digital assets in Indonesia and growing market interest in Initial Coin Offerings (“ICOs”) and Initial Token Offerings (“ITOs”), the Financial Services Authority (Otoritas Jasa Keuangan or “OJK”) has issued a long-anticipated draft regulation that, for the first time, will establish a regulatory framework for the public offering of digital financial … Indonesia Issues Draft OJK Regulation on Digital Financial Asset Offerings

Indonesia Issues New Environmental Standard: What Mining Companies Must Know

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Indonesia’s Ministry of Environment (“MOE”) has issued a significant new regulation aimed at strengthening environmental safeguards in the mining sector. MOE Regulation No. 20 of 2025 concerning Standard Criteria for Environmental Damage to Land Resulting from Mining Operations and/or Activities (“MOE Reg. 20/2025”) came into force on October 23, 2025. The regulation establishes clear standards … Indonesia Issues New Environmental Standard: What Mining Companies Must Know

Indonesia Halal Certification Compliance Strengthened: Mandatory Labelling and Publication for Certified Products

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The Indonesian government has introduced a new layer of accountability for businesses under the Halal Product Assurance framework. Circular Letter of the Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Produk Halal or “BPJPH”) No. 7 of 2025 regarding the Publication of Halal Products and the Obligation to Include the Indonesian Halal Label on Halal-Certified … Indonesia Halal Certification Compliance Strengthened: Mandatory Labelling and Publication for Certified Products