Indonesia Tightens Coal Rules as Exports Hit $18.1 Billion

Indonesia has tightened its coal export rules as coal exports reached $18.1 billion. The new regulations come amid a 23% drop in Indonesia's coal exports as global demand heads for a record. The country's investment reached Rp 1.93 quadrillion in 2025, but formal jobs lagged. Meanwhile, Bank Indonesia is balancing growth and rupiah stability, with attention on interest rates.