EDITOR'S PICKS
Indonesia
DIPLOMACY
Year In Review
What a Year Indonesia
Indonesia is spending big in order to drive growth, but at what expense? Consumer confidence remains low, yet there are signs that investment may be paying off.
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Indonesia
AGRICULTURE
Review
Natural Gift
Agriculture in Indonesia has gone through periods of explosive growth. Now, the sector stands to benefit from sustainable farming that respects its natural biodiversity.
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HEALTH
Review
Creating Health
While Indonesia continues to make large strides in a number of health areas, reducing lifestyle-related, non-communicable diseases must remain a priority for the public and private sectors.
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Indonesia
TOURISM
Photo Essay: Mount Rinjani National Park
Trekkers’ Paradise
Mount Rinjani offers adventurers a three-day experience in one of Indonesia's most spectacular landscapes.
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Indonesia
AGRICULTURE
Interview
The Milk of Life
TBY talks to Maurits Klavert, President Director of PT Frisian Flag Indonesia, on educating consumers on the benefits of milk consumption, taming the logistical beast, and adjusting to local tastes.
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Indonesia
AGRICULTURE
Column
A Great deal
TBY talks to Melinda Tunjung Wulan Country Manager, Kubota Machinery Indonesia, on the sector.
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Indonesia
DIPLOMACY
Review
Pulling No Punches
Despite tense times with China and the US, Jakarta worked to strengthen its ties with neighboring Australia, Malaysia, and Japan in line with the president's plan to intensify Indonesian economic diplomacy.
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Indonesia
DIPLOMACY
Inside Perspective
Isles of Plenty
Joko Widodo, President of Indonesia, on the country's many achievements since its independence, the importance of supporting the younger generation, and his goals for the country.
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Indonesia
DIPLOMACY
Guest Speaker
Fruitful Partnership
TBY talks to Le Luong Minh, Secretary-General of ASEAN, on the association's work to become an economic community, priority sectors, and the secrets to ASEAN's longevity.
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DIPLOMACY
Focus: New Capital
Capital Gains?
A look at past capital relocations helps one understand the potential benefits and pitfalls of Indonesia's talk to move its political capital, spreading development and relieving urban congestion in Jakarta.
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Indonesia
DIPLOMACY
Guest Speaker
Regional Support
TBY talks to Tevita Lavemaau, Former Minister of Finance and National Planning of Tonga, on the effect of climate change on the country, its work to combat inequality, and further areas of cooperation with Indonesia.
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DIPLOMACY
Year In Review
What a Year Indonesia
Indonesia is spending big in order to drive growth, but at what expense? Consumer confidence remains low, yet there are signs that investment may be paying off.
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ECONOMY
Review
Building Block
GDP growth is expected to remain above 5% for the next few years thanks to high levels of public infrastructure spending and export growth.
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Indonesia
ECONOMY
Interview
Areas of opportunity
TBY talks to Dr. Bambang Brodjonegoro, Minister of National Development Planning (Bappenas), on acquiring financing for infrastructure projects and boosting private sector involvement in the country.
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Indonesia
ECONOMY
Interview
Money matters
Thomas Trikasih Lembong is the Chairman of BKPM. He was a former Minister of Trade of Indonesia from 2015-2016. Prior his appointment in the cabinet, he had a long professional career. He was a Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Partner, and Partner at Quvat Management Pte Ltd and also served as President Commissioner at PT Graha Layar Prima Tbk (BlitzMegaplex) since 2012. He was previously employed with Principia Management Group and the Equity Division of Morgan Stanley (Singapore) Pte. Ltd, among others. He received a bachelor's degree in architecture and urban design from Harvard. He also was elected Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum in 2008.
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Indonesia
ECONOMY
Forum
Chambers
Beyond representing their respective countries and bodies in Indonesia, business chambers also cooperate with local decision makers and associations on areas of importance.
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Indonesia
ECONOMY
Interview
Fueling Growth
TBY talks to Haryanto Adikoesoemo, President Director of AKR Corporindo, on its government contract to sell fuel, its innovative integrated industrial estate and port project, and plans for growth.
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ECONOMY
Focus: Women’s Empowerment
Force of Parity
A highly educated but under-employed female workforce could unleash more than just economic benefits.
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Indonesia
ECONOMY
B2B
economy
With many investment opportunities on offer, consulting businesses guide companies through Indonesia's economy, culture, and legislation.
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Indonesia
ECONOMY
Interview
Upgrading in Progress
TBY talks to Irwan Prayitno, Governor of West Sumatra, on the strength of Sumatra's agricultural sector, projects to boost infrastructure, and diversification into other industries.
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Indonesia
ECONOMY
Forum
Why Indonesia?
With a large population and growing middle-class segment, every sector stands to gain from Indonesia's burgeoning growth.
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Indonesia
FINANCE
Column
Market Players
TBY talks to Friderica Widyasari Dewi, President Director, Indonesia Central Securities Depository (KSEI), on the sector.
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FINANCE
Review
The Depth Charge
Keen to become a sharia banking hub, Indonesia is fine tuning its financial universe for greater depth and participation.
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Indonesia
FINANCE
Forum
Banks Indonesia
With a population that is the fourth largest in the world and a low penetration rate, Indonesia is one of the world's biggest potential banking markets.
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Indonesia
FINANCE
Interview
Winning Formula
TBY talks to Jaroslav Gaisler, CEO of Home Credit Indonesia, on its innovative consumer finance system, localizing its tools and strategies, and areas of opportunity for the company.
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Indonesia
FINANCE
Interview
Record Highs
TBY talks to Dr. Tito Sulistio, President Director of Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX), on the strong performance of the capital markets, its goals to increase the number of listed companies, and the growing importance of digital innovation.
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Indonesia
FINANCE
Forum
Insurance Indonesia
With economic growth predicted to improve in 2018 and a growing middle class expected to purchase new cars or homes, Indonesia represents a great potential target market for insurance companies.
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Indonesia
ENERGY & MINING
Column
Big Vision
TBY talks to Iwan Agung Firstantara, President Director, PT Pembangkitan Jawa-Bali (PT PJB), on the sector.
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ENERGY & MINING
Review
Race Against the Clock
As Indonesian authorities push to make the deadline for the introduction of a 35-GW power generation program by 2019, time is running out for the signing of new contracts.
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Indonesia
ENERGY & MINING
Interview
Power play
TBY talks to Ignasius Jonan, Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, on the importance of infrastructure to the country, its renewable energy efforts, and working to reduce the generation imbalance in the country.
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Indonesia
ENERGY & MINING
Interview
Room for Investment
TBY talks to Amien Sunaryadi, Chairman of Special Task Force for Upstream Oil and Gas Business Activities (SKK Migas), on preparing new block offerings, attracting greater investment into the sector, and pushing for exploration.
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Indonesia
ENERGY & MINING
B2B
Oil and Gas
International oil companies have to turn to alternative subsectors and partnerships to seek further opportunities in a low-price environment.
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Indonesia
ENERGY & MINING
Interview
Power up
TBY talks to Sofyan Basir, Director of PLN, on its plans for its Komodo bond, the growth in renewable energy development, and ensuring access for the entire country.
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Indonesia
ENERGY & MINING
Interview
Leading the Way
TBY talks to Tetsuro Kurita, President Director of PT Fuji Electric Indonesia, on geothermal potential, efficient technology, and investment incentives.
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Indonesia
ENERGY & MINING
Vox Populi
Electricity Indonesia
The 35GW target to increase the electrification ratio to 97.35% in 2019 has resulted in a slew of power projects across the archipelago.
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ENERGY & MINING
Focus: Green Energy
Greening Pains
Rapid urbanization has placed new demands on Indonesia's energy supply, but government officials are pushing for new green energy investments to meet demand and reduce negative externalities.
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Indonesia
ENERGY & MINING
Interview
Drilling Solutions
TBY talks to Khoiri S., President Director of PT Plumpang Raya Anugrah, on industry expertise, public-private cooperation, and rethinking geothermal energy generation models.
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Indonesia
ENERGY & MINING
Forum
Geothermal Energy
Despite some regulatory difficulties, Indonesia's private companies involved in geothermal are helping the country make sure it reaches its renewable energy targets.
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Indonesia
ENERGY & MINING
B2B
The Godfather of Geothermal & A New Player
Regardless of the model for geothermal exploration, players in the industry are tapping into a big opportunity in Indonesia.
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ENERGY & MINING
Focus: MINING REGULATION
Mining to Electrify
Indonesia's overhaul of its mining legislation shows promising signs for coal and mineral mining sectors as well as Indonesia's broader electricity generation goals.
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Indonesia
ENERGY & MINING
Vox Populi
Mining Indonesia
Recent legislation and price speculation mean good things for the mining industry.
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INDUSTRY
Review
Robust Sources
Indonesia's manufacturing sector saw stagnant growth in 2017 due to difficult economic conditions, but industry leaders are optimistic that electronics can lead the sector to better days.
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Indonesia
INDUSTRY
Column
Emerging Markets
TBY talks to Bernard Tan, Managing Director for Corporate Affairs, Sustainability and Global Communications, Asia Pulp & Paper (APP), on the sector.
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Indonesia
INDUSTRY
Interview
Big Opportunities
TBY talks to Airlangga Hartarto, Minister of Industry, on human resource capacity, regional development, and value-added industries.
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Indonesia
INDUSTRY
Interview
Plenty of Fish in the Sea
TBY talks to Dendi Anggi Gumilang, President Director of PT Perikanan Nusantara (Perinus), on the ministry's efforts against illegal fishing, supporting local fishermen, and reinvesting profits.
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INDUSTRY
Focus: Textile Industry
Beyond Batik
Despite external and internal challenges, Indonesia's textile industry shows promising signs of growth, especially in regard to investment in production facilities and adding to its boutique batik fame.
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Indonesia
INDUSTRY
B2B
Associations
Through improved free trade agreements and transportation infrastructure, associations across various industries are pushing to bring in more investment and increase Indonesian exports.
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Indonesia
INDUSTRY
Interview
Indonesia Welcomes You
TBY talks to Sri Prakash Lohia, Group Chairman of Indorama, on developing in-demand products, finding success in Indonesia, and giving back.
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TELECOMS & IT
Review
Push Notifications
Connecting 17,000 islands requires the agile implementation of tech solutions in finance, mobile, and internet services.
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Indonesia
TELECOMS & IT
Interview
Maximizing Technology
TBY talks to Rudiantara, Minister of Communication and Information Technology, on overcoming geographic challenges, encouraging innovation, and promoting inclusive growth.
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Indonesia
TELECOMS & IT
Interview
Digitally Savvy
TBY talks to Raymond Siva, CEO of Edelman Indonesia, on the power of cultural nuances, e-commerce, and digitization in Indonesia.
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Indonesia
TELECOMS & IT
Forum
Payments
Many entrepreneurs are recognizing the potential for fintech to prosper in Indonesia and are determined to help those unserved by traditional banks and finance institutions.
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Indonesia
TELECOMS & IT
Vox Populi
Telecoms Indonesia
Despite a current lack of government regulations, network development and uptake has telecoms firms optimistic about Indonesia.
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TELECOMS & IT
Focus: Formalizing the Economy
Rising Tech Tides
Indonesia sees the transformative power of ICT to formalize its informal economy.
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Indonesia
TELECOMS & IT
Column
Started from Zero
TBY talks to Arya DAMAR, President Director, LintaSarta on sector.
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Indonesia
TELECOMS & IT
Interview
World’s Window into Indonesia
TBY talks to Anthony Wonsono, Executive Editor of Berita Satu, on creating a unifying brand concept, sharing Indonesia with the world, and innovating ahead of the 2019 election.
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Indonesia
TRANSPORT & INFRASTRUCTURE
Column
Started to Generate
TBY talks to Bonny Budi Satiawan, CEO, Mega Manunggal Property, on the sector.
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TRANSPORT & INFRASTRUCTURE
Review
Water World
Indonesia's geography presents significant opportunities and key challenges in the transport sector, as public and private companies seek to improve infrastructure across the archipelago.
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Indonesia
TRANSPORT & INFRASTRUCTURE
B2B
Infrastructure Development
The government has taken huge initiatives in teaming up with private sector giants to spur responsible infrastructure development across multiple transport modals.
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Indonesia
TRANSPORT & INFRASTRUCTURE
Vox Populi
More Than a Fleeting Affair
Airlines and their service industries are reaching new economies of scale as they work to maximize operational efficiency, add new value, and pamper passengers all the more.
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Indonesia
TRANSPORT & INFRASTRUCTURE
Forum
Infrastructure Finance
The government is working with key public and private institutions to drive sustainable investments in infrastructure, but better promotion of the country is needed to drive investment even more.
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Indonesia
TRANSPORT & INFRASTRUCTURE
B2B
Sea Wall
Lest they submerge the capital, the race is on to find sustainable long-term solutions to Jakarta's chronic water needs, whether that is getting dirty water out or keeping sea water from getting in.
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TRANSPORT & INFRASTRUCTURE
Focus: Effects of Mount Agung Eruption
Waiting for the Ash to Clear
Ash clouds grounded jets and ash-mud-covered roads around Mount Agung revealed weak points in Indonesia's transportation systems and their vulnerabilities to natural disasters.
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Indonesia
TRANSPORT
Interview
Freight Expectations
TBY talks to Edi Sukmoro, President Director of Kereta Api, on the rising importance of freight, solving Jakarta's transport ills, and helping the government solve logistics costs.
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Indonesia
TRANSPORT
Vox Populi
Shipping
The development and preponderance of a healthy, robust shipping industry connecting the country's 17,000 islands is paramount to national unity and development.
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Indonesia
CONSTRUCTION & REAL ESTATE
Interview
First Came the Pioneers
TBY talks to Teddy Tjokrosaputro, President Director of PT Rimo International Lestari (RIMO), on stepping back forcefully from the brink, using affordable housing as a springboard, and laying the groundwork for the country's future.
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Indonesia
CONSTRUCTION & REAL ESTATE
Interview
Filling the Niche
TBY talks to Rahmad Pribadi, CEO of PT Semen Baturaja, on insatiable demand in South Sumatra, the perks of being a niche player, and remaining an environmentally friendly cement producer.
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CONSTRUCTION & REAL ESTATE
Focus: Cement
The Hard Way
Analysts are keeping a close eye on both consumption and production in order to understand Indonesian and regional demand to best develop the cement industry.
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Indonesia
CONSTRUCTION & REAL ESTATE
Forum
Real Estate and Construction
Foreign and local firms alike have honed their skills in Indonesia's dynamic market over the past few decades.
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Indonesia
CONSTRUCTION & REAL ESTATE
Review
In the House
As strong economic growth, an optimistic political outlook, and a partially successful tax amnesty to repatriate offshore wealth continue to drive up housing prices in Indonesia's major urban centers, demand for new housing and shares in developers plummeted in 2017.
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Indonesia
AGRICULTURE
Review
Natural Gift
Agriculture in Indonesia has gone through periods of explosive growth. Now, the sector stands to benefit from sustainable farming that respects its natural biodiversity.
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Indonesia
AGRICULTURE
Column
A Great deal
TBY talks to Melinda Tunjung Wulan Country Manager, Kubota Machinery Indonesia, on the sector.
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Indonesia
AGRICULTURE
Interview
Margins for the Motherland
TBY talks to Ronald Walla, President Director of PT Wismilak Inti Makmur, on offering the public a more relevant value proposition, strengthening the ideology of Indonesia's founding fathers, and forging bigger profit margins.
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Indonesia
AGRICULTURE
Interview
The Milk of Life
TBY talks to Maurits Klavert, President Director of PT Frisian Flag Indonesia, on educating consumers on the benefits of milk consumption, taming the logistical beast, and adjusting to local tastes.
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HEALTH
Review
Creating Health
While Indonesia continues to make large strides in a number of health areas, reducing lifestyle-related, non-communicable diseases must remain a priority for the public and private sectors.
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Indonesia
HEALTH
Interview
No Citizen Left Behind
TBY talks to Dr. Nila F. Moeloek, Minister of Health, on achieving universal health coverage in 2019, becoming more self-reliant in the field of pharmaceuticals, and lowering costs across the board.
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Indonesia
HEALTH
Interview
Rounding out and Honing in
TBY talks to Ravi Raj, CEO of Columbia Asia Indonesia, on how to learn from new captive markets, developing broadly before specializing, and creating centers of excellence within each hospital.
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Indonesia
HEALTH
Interview
Superior Quality Test Control
TBY talks to Endang W. Hoyaranda, President Director of Prodia Group, and Erizal Sugiono, Director of Prodia the CRO, on branching out, tackling life-threatening diseases, and supporting firms developing new products.
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Indonesia
TOURISM
Review
The Pearl of Southeast Asia
With some of the region's highest growth rates, the Indonesian tourism industry is a shining example of what can be achieved when a nation capitalizes on its natural beauty and cultural heritage.
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Indonesia
TOURISM
Interview
It’s a Matter of When
TBY talks to Arief Yahya, Minister of Tourism, on his industry's huge contribution to foreign exchange reserves, creeping up the ranks in halal tourism, and boosting homestays in rural villages.
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Indonesia
TOURISM
Interview
Talk of the town
TBY talks to Sven Fitjer, General Manager of The Hermitage Hotel Jakarta, on the importance of creating an experience for guests, its unique offerings, and the hotel's vision moving forward.
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Indonesia
TOURISM
B2B
Tourism Development
With the state pushing to develop the industry as aggressively as the most savvy private players, expect to see rigorous growth in the sector in both absolute and relative terms in the years to come.
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TOURISM
Focus: 2018 Asian Games
Game on Indonesia
Indonesia hosts the 18th edition of the Asian Games and sees an opportunity to leverage exposure and spark growth.
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Indonesia
TOURISM
Photo Essay: Mount Rinjani National Park
Trekkers’ Paradise
Mount Rinjani offers adventurers a three-day experience in one of Indonesia's most spectacular landscapes.
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Indonesia
TOURISM
Column
Join Us
TBY talks to Evy Gozali , CEO, PT Sababay Industry, on the sector.
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EXECUTIVE GUIDE
Review
GROWING ATTRACTION
Improving the business environment for foreign investors has been one of the main goals of President Joko Widodo's administration.
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