Blog Category: Pembaruan Hukum

Indonesia’s Proposed Centralized Export Regime: Key Legal and Commercial Considerations

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Indonesia’s export regime for strategic natural resources may soon undergo one of its most significant structural changes in recent years. The Government is reportedly preparing a regulation that would centralize the export of certain commodities through PT Danantara Sumber Daya Indonesia (“DSDI”), which is expected to function as the primary intermediary between domestic producers and … Indonesia’s Proposed Centralized Export Regime: Key Legal and Commercial Considerations

Promoting Transparency in Indonesia’s Job Market Governance: A Closer Look at Mandatory Job Vacancy Reporting Obligations

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Over the years, the Government of Indonesia, through the Ministry of Manpower (“MOM”), has progressively introduced regulatory measures aimed at improving labor market governance, including the implementation of mandatory job vacancy reporting through digital platforms. The initial legal framework was introduced under Presidential Regulation No. 57 of 2023 regarding Mandatory Reporting of Job Vacancies (“PR … Promoting Transparency in Indonesia’s Job Market Governance: A Closer Look at Mandatory Job Vacancy Reporting Obligations

Indonesian Supreme Court Confirms Invalidity of Trademark Assignment Executed After Trademark Owner’s Death

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The Indonesian Supreme Court has upheld the decision of the Commercial Court at the Central Jakarta District Court regarding the invalidation of the recordation of a trademark assignment after finding that the purported assignment agreement had been executed several years after the original trademark owner had passed away. The dispute involved the “BB BAKERY” trademarks … Indonesian Supreme Court Confirms Invalidity of Trademark Assignment Executed After Trademark Owner’s Death

Indonesia Introduces Updates to Patent, Trademark and Online IP Enforcement Regime

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Indonesia has introduced several important updates to its intellectual property framework with the issuance of new regulations governing patents, trademarks, and IP enforcement against infringement taking place in electronic systems. These regulations reflect continued efforts to modernize Indonesia’s IP regime, streamline administrative procedures, and strengthen protection and enforcement mechanisms in the digital era. The new … Indonesia Introduces Updates to Patent, Trademark and Online IP Enforcement Regime

Indonesia Proposes Overhaul of Copyright Law with Focus on Digital Content and Emerging Technologies

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Indonesia is preparing for a significant update to its copyright regime through a draft new Copyright Law being discussed at the House of Representatives and included in the 2026 National Legislative Program (Prolegnas). If enacted, the new law would revoke and replace the current Copyright Law (Law No. 28 of 2014). One of the most … Indonesia Proposes Overhaul of Copyright Law with Focus on Digital Content and Emerging Technologies

Indonesia Reintroduces Limits on Outsourcing Under New Manpower Regulation

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On April 30, 2026, Indonesia’s Ministry of Manpower enacted Regulation No. 7 of 2026 regarding Outsourcing, introducing a significant shift in the country’s labor regime. The new regulation, consisting of 11 articles, marks a departure from the broader flexibility previously seen under the Job Creation Law framework by reimposing clearer limits on outsourcing practices. Return … Indonesia Reintroduces Limits on Outsourcing Under New Manpower Regulation

Padel Facilities in Jakarta: Greater Flexibility Paired with Stricter Controls

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The surge of padel in Jakarta in recent years has led to a corresponding increase in the development of padel facilities across the city, including in urban areas near residential neighborhoods. This growth has raised concerns, particularly regarding noise pollution and its impact on surrounding communities. In response, the Government of DKI Jakarta, through the … Padel Facilities in Jakarta: Greater Flexibility Paired with Stricter Controls

From Boom to Boundaries: DKI Jakarta’s New Padel Restrictions

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The rapid development of padel in the Special Capital Region of Jakarta is reflected in a boom in the construction of padel buildings and courts across the capital, including in residential neighborhoods. While this growth reflects rising public interest in the sport, it has also given rise to concerns, particularly regarding noise disturbances and other … From Boom to Boundaries: DKI Jakarta’s New Padel Restrictions

Indonesia’s Payment System Reform: Key Changes under BI Regulation No. 10/2025 and MBG Regulation No. 32/2025

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Bank Indonesia (“BI”), the country’s central bank, recently issued BI Regulation No. 10 of 2025 regarding the Payment System Industry (“BI Reg. 10/2025”). This regulation revokes BI Regulation No. 22/23/PBI/2020 on Payment Systems and amends provisions of BI Reg. 23/6/PBI/2021 regarding Payment Service Providers (“BI Reg. 23/6”) and BI Reg. 23/7/PBI/2021 on Payment Service Infrastructure … Indonesia’s Payment System Reform: Key Changes under BI Regulation No. 10/2025 and MBG Regulation No. 32/2025

Indonesia Introduces a Dedicated BNPL Regulatory Framework

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The Indonesian Financial Services Authority (Otoritas Jasa Keuangan or “OJK”) has issued OJK Regulation No. 32 of 2025 on the Organization of Buy Now Pay Later (“OJK Reg. 32/2025”), establishing a dedicated regulatory framework for Buy Now Pay Later (“BNPL”) in Indonesia. Previously, BNPL operated under general financing regulations, without a standalone regime. Clear Definition … Indonesia Introduces a Dedicated BNPL Regulatory Framework