Indonesia

Securities / Derivatives

IDX to Launch Gold ETF in Q4 Pending Regulatory Green Light

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/07/2025

The new gold ETF will offer investors exposure to the precious metal through physical bullion or derivative contracts.

Capital / Liquidity

Indonesia Proposes Bill to Establish Deposit Insurance for Cooperatives

By Editors | 30/06/2025

The proposal is part of a new draft law aimed at modernising cooperatives and protecting customer funds, a senior minister said.

Market Infrastructure

Bank Indonesia Announces Formal Designation of Indonesia Clearing House

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/06/2025

ICH has been officially designated the clearing house for foreign exchange and money market derivatives.

ESG / Sustainability

OJK Indonesia Working to Guard Against Corruption Risks

By Editors | 09/06/2025

Officials emphasise the implementation of anti-fraud regulations to guard against corruption. OJK itself was assessed as having low corruption risk.

Fintech / Regtech

Bank Indonesia is Expanding QRIS Footprint to More Markets

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/06/2025

QRIS will connect with Japan and China in August. Further expansion being discussed with India, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia.

AML / KYC

Indonesia and France to Strengthen Financial Cooperation

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/06/2025

The central banks will collaborate on a range of initiatives, including digital payments, sustainable finance, and AML/CTF measures.

AML / KYC

FATF Upgrades Indonesia’s Rating on Recommendation 7

By Editors | 31/05/2025

The 2nd Enhanced Follow-Up report for Indonesia acknowledges regulatory amendments concerning targeted financial sanctions related to proliferation.

China, Indonesia to Expand Local Currency Transactions

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/05/2025

Indonesia and China signed a series of wide-ranging agreements to boost economic cooperation, including deepening sovereign wealth fund collaboration.

Market Infrastructure

Indonesia Implements New Rules for Liquidity Providers

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/05/2025

The new rules aim to improve market depth, enhance price discovery, and attract more investor participation.