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Transport Law Revised, Palembang Flights Disrupted

Indonesia revises transport law to include app-based services; Palembang airport faces flight disruptions due to haze.

The picture Stable

Business conditions in Indonesia remain stable with regulatory updates in transportation and fiscal planning. While haze affects Palembang flights, the approval of the 2027 budget ensures fiscal stability.

In this briefing Dudy Purwagandhi · Ministry of Transportation of Indonesia · Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport · Suahasil Nazara · Ministry of Finance of Indonesia

Regulation

  • technology

Transport Law Revised to Include App-based Services

motorcycles and vehicles on road at daytime
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Indonesia's Minister of Transportation, Dudy Purwagandhi, announced that the revised Road Traffic and Transport Law (UU LLAJ) will include regulations for app-based transportation services, according to ANTARA News. This revision aims to provide a legal framework for ride-hailing and other app-based services, addressing safety, pricing, and operational standards. The move reflects the government's effort to adapt to technological advancements in the transport sector and ensure fair competition.

Impact App-based transport operators must comply with new regulations, affecting their operations and compliance costs.

Sources: ANTARA News ↗

Disruption

  • logistics
  • tourism

Palembang Flights Disrupted by Haze

The Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II International Airport in Palembang, South Sumatra, reported disruptions to 18 flights due to haze, according to ANTARA News. The haze, resulting from forest fires, has reduced visibility, affecting both domestic and international flights. Authorities are monitoring the situation and have advised passengers to check with airlines for updates on flight schedules.

Impact Airlines and passengers face delays and cancellations, impacting travel plans and logistics operations.

Sources: ANTARA News ↗

Internal tension

Nothing significant reported today.

Safety & health

Nothing significant reported today.

Companies

Nothing significant reported today.

Markets

Nothing significant reported today.

Trade

Nothing significant reported today.

Politics

  • public-sector
  • finance

Indonesia Approves 2027 State Budget

Indonesia's Finance Minister, Suahasil Nazara, announced the approval of the 2027 state budget, with government spending set at Rp4,100 trillion, according to okezone.com. The budget focuses on infrastructure development, social welfare, and economic growth. The approval is expected to provide fiscal stability and support ongoing development projects across the country.

Impact Government contractors and public-sector projects gain financial assurance for the coming year, impacting infrastructure and social programs.

Sources: okezone.com ↗

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