Industry

Indonesia Ready for Ramadan, Eid Demand for Textiles and Goods

Indonesia’s Ministry of Industry says domestic manufacturers are ready to meet the surge in demand for textiles, garments, footwear, and cosmetics during Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, as the sector continues to show strong growth and employ millions across the country.

Manufacturing Confidence Holds Strong Ahead of Ramadan

Indonesia’s Industrial Confidence Index (IKI) rose to 54.02 in February 2026, marking its second-highest level since launch, as 19 of 23 manufacturing subsectors remained in expansion despite slight monthly easing.

Regulations for the Tobacco Industry Should Consider All Aspirations

Indonesian House of Representatives member, Willy Aditya, emphasized that tobacco industry regulations should embrace all stakeholder aspirations, given that tobacco excise taxes remain a crucial contributor to Indonesia’s national revenue. “We cannot make regulations that disregard various interests; we need to consider every perspective,” Willy stated on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. The NasDem Party politician […]