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Global oil prices, for both Brent and WTI, plummeted over 2% at the close of trading on Thursday, August 13, 2026, concluding a week of gains. Renewed global economic slowdown fears and an unexpected US supply surplus were the primary catalysts for this sharp decline.
BPI Danantara has launched a 0% down payment program for national electric motorcycles in 2026, aiming to remove financial barriers and drive mass EV adoption. CEO Rosan Roeslani states this move will significantly boost public interest and support Indonesia's transportation electrification targets.
In 2026, Indonesia's Islamic economy shifts from theoretical understanding to tangible national implementation, driven by a collaboration between Danantara, Baznas, and Kemenkop UKM. This initiative, championed by MES Chairman Rosan Roeslani, aims to make Islamic economics a core pillar of inclusive growth through digitalization and SME empowerment.
Many businesses in 2026 are struggling with stagnant sales despite a large reseller network. Sales Optimization Programs (SOPs) offer a solution, leveraging AI and data analytics to transform reseller networks into profit powerhouses.
Pelita Air is celebrating Indonesia's 81st Independence Day in 2026 by offering up to a 45% ticket discount on selected domestic routes. This initiative aims to stimulate domestic tourism and strengthen the airline's position in a competitive market.
Minister of Finance Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa announced a significant increase in the operational budget for the Directorate General of Customs and Excise for 2026, strengthening its capacity to combat smuggling. This move aims to protect the domestic economy, boost state revenue, and modernize border surveillance technology.
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa reaffirmed the government's commitment to prosecuting tax corruption after two DJP civil servants were named suspects in a pulp export case in 2026. The Ministry of Finance and DJP have strengthened oversight systems and technology to ensure the integrity of state revenue.
Indonesian Customs (Bea Cukai) successfully thwarted two gold smuggling attempts totaling Rp 63 billion at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. This success was driven by inter-agency synergy and the deployment of advanced inspection technology.
President Prabowo Subianto urges the public to switch to electric motorcycles, promising up to 50% operational cost savings by 2026. He warns petrol motorcycle users of impending challenges as the energy transition unfolds, supported by government subsidies and rapidly expanding charging infrastructure.