Tag: economic stimulus
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Indonesia Aims Village Co-operatives Operational by Mid-2026
Overview: A Bold push for rural economic reform Indonesia’s Ministry of Cooperatives has unveiled an ambitious plan to make newly created red-and-white village co-operatives fully operational by mid-2026. The refreshed policy, part of a broader $12 billion programme, aims to stimulate rural economies by formalising local enterprises, improving access to markets, and fostering community-led development.…
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Brash but popular: Indonesia’s new finance minister Purbaya draws praise and wary glances from investors
Introduction: A high-profile arrival at Indonesia’s finance helm Two months into his term as Indonesia’s finance minister, Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has become one of the country’s most talked-about economic figures. His tenure has been marked by audacious policy shifts intended to stimulate growth and restore momentum to a post-pandemic economy. The public has responded with…