Energy Transition in the Power Sector: Key Highlights from MEMR Regulation 10/2025
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Energy Transition in the Power Sector: Key Highlights from MEMR Regulation 10/2025

ByADCO Law

To support Indonesia’s Net Zero Emissions (“NZE”) target by 2060 or sooner, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has issued Regulation Number 10 of 2025 on the Roadmap for Energy Transition in the Power Sector (“MEMR Regulation 10/2025”), which outlines the roadmap for power sector decarbonization. This regulation focuses on the early retirement of…

Patent or Trade Secret: Which IP Protection Best Suits Your Innovation?
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Patent or Trade Secret: Which IP Protection Best Suits Your Innovation?

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In today’s fast-paced digital economy, innovation is what sets your business apart. But without proper legal protection, even the most innovative ideas are vulnerable. This article offers a strategic comparison of the two core types of Intellectual Property (“IP”) protection: Patents and Trade Secrets, to help innovators decide which tool best aligns with their business…

Labour Law Compliance: Building a Positive Work Environment in Indonesia
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Labour Law Compliance: Building a Positive Work Environment in Indonesia

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In Indonesia’s dynamic employment landscape, labour law compliance is critical to fostering a transparent, fair, and productive workplace. From ensuring fair wages and lawful termination to promoting workplace safety and inclusivity, compliance enhances employee trust, reduces disputes, and strengthens organizational stability. When embedded into daily operations—through clear contracts, consistent policies, and regular audits—compliance also supports…

Measuring the Criminal Liability of Directors in Corporate Crimes
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Measuring the Criminal Liability of Directors in Corporate Crimes

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Corporate crimes have become increasingly complex in the modern era, particularly within the context of Indonesia’s evolving criminal law system. The question of whether directors can be held criminally liable for crimes committed by corporations is becoming ever more relevant, especially considering that corporate crimes are now more covert, systemic, and far-reaching due to technological…

Bullion Banking in Indonesia: A Legal Overview of the Emerging Industry
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Bullion Banking in Indonesia: A Legal Overview of the Emerging Industry

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Indonesia has officially entered the bullion banking sector with PT Pegadaian (Persero) (“Pegadaian”) and PT Bank Syariah Indonesia Tbk (“BSI”) becoming the country’s first bullion banks, following approval from the Financial Services Authority (Otoritas Jasa Keuangan – “OJK”). This milestone enables regulated gold-related financial services, including deposits, financing, trading, and safekeeping. Governed by Law No….

Preventing Internal Fraud: Anti-Bribery Measures in Human Resource Management
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Preventing Internal Fraud: Anti-Bribery Measures in Human Resource Management

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Bribery in Human Resource Management (“HRM”) poses significant risks to a company’s integrity, efficiency, and employee morale. Bribery can occur in recruitment, promotions, payroll management, and training allocations, leading to favoritism, nepotism, and financial misconduct. To mitigate these risks, companies must implement strict anti-bribery measures, including merit-based recruitment, ethics training, and disciplinary actions against violations….

Employment Discrimination in Indonesia: Legal Protections and Obligations
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Employment Discrimination in Indonesia: Legal Protections and Obligations

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Employment discrimination in Indonesia remains a significant issue, impacting fairness and productivity in the workplace. To address this, Indonesia has aligned its laws with international standards, notably by ratifying the International Labour Organization (“ILO”) Convention Number 111 Concerning Discrimination in Respect of Employment and Occupation through Law Number 21 of 1999 (“Law 21/1999“) and enacting…

Corporate Obligations and Employee Rights in Mergers & Acquisitions
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Corporate Obligations and Employee Rights in Mergers & Acquisitions

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Mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”) significantly impact corporate obligations and employee rights. Under Indonesian law, companies must notify employees, provide severance packages, and honor collective labor agreements during M&A transactions. Employees, in turn, have the right to information, the right to refuse unfavorable changes, and the right to fair compensation if terminated. By ensuring compliance with…

Constitutional Court Decision No. 100/PUU-XXII/2024: A Key Update on the Definition of International Arbitration in Indonesia
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Constitutional Court Decision No. 100/PUU-XXII/2024: A Key Update on the Definition of International Arbitration in Indonesia

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Constitutional Court Decision No. 100/PUU-XXII/2024 (“Constitutional Court Decision 100/2024“) redefines the term “International Arbitration Award” under Law Number 30 of 1999 concerning Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (“Arbitration Law“). This decision appears to get the Arbitration Law more aligned with the 1958 New York Convention by removing the word “considered” in Article 1 Point 9…

Ensuring Compliance with Indonesia’s 2025 Minimum Wage Regulation: Legal Perspective for Businesses
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Ensuring Compliance with Indonesia’s 2025 Minimum Wage Regulation: Legal Perspective for Businesses

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The Ministry of Manpower’s Regulation Number 16 of 2024 concerning the Determination of the 2025 Minimum Wage mandates a 6.5% increase in Indonesia’s 2025 minimum wage, impacting businesses significantly. While promoting fair compensation, this poses challenges, particularly for labor-intensive sectors. Compliance is crucial, as paying below the minimum wage may lead to severe penalties under…