Minister of Manpower Circular Letter No. M/3/HK.04.00/III/2026: Mandatory Payment of Religious Holiday Allowance (THR) in 2026

Minister of Manpower Circular Letter No. M/3/HK.04.00/III/2026: Mandatory Payment of Religious Holiday Allowance (THR) in 2026

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The Ministry of Manpower of the Republic of Indonesia has issued Circular Letter No. M/3/HK.04.00/III/2026 concerning the Implementation of Religious Holiday Allowance (Tunjangan Hari Raya or “THR”) Payments for Employees in 2026 (“Circular Letter 3/2026”).  The issuance of this circular letter forms part of the Government’s annual practice of reminding employers of their obligation to provide THR to…

Dendi Adisuryo Named Among Indonesia’s Most Influential Lawyers 2026 by Hukumonline
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Dendi Adisuryo Named Among Indonesia’s Most Influential Lawyers 2026 by Hukumonline

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ADCO Law is proud to announce that Senior Partner Dendi Adisuryo has once again been recognized in the 200 Club: Indonesia’s Most Influential Lawyers 2026 by Hukumonline. The 200 Club is a prestigious assembly of 200 distinguished practitioners who have played a pivotal role in advancing and reforming Indonesia’s legal landscape. This marks the second consecutive year…

ADCO Law Celebrates Associate Promotions
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ADCO Law Celebrates Associate Promotions

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As the firm continues to expand, ADCO Law is pleased to announce the promotion of two of its talented lawyers. Beginning their careers as legal interns under the ADCO Law Youth Program (ALYP) Batch 1, they progressed to Junior Associates and have now advanced to Middle Associates. The promoted associates are: Muhammad Zata Mahardika, Litigation…

Understanding Fixed-Term and Indefinite-Term Employment Agreements in Indonesia 
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Understanding Fixed-Term and Indefinite-Term Employment Agreements in Indonesia 

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In Indonesian employment practice, the employment relationship between an employee and an employer always begins with an employment agreement. This agreement serves as the legal basis for determining the rights and obligations of the parties, and provides certainty regarding the employee’s employment status. In general, Indonesian employment law recognizes two main types of employment agreements, i.e., Fixed-Term Employment Agreements (Perjanjian Kerja Waktu Tertentu, “PKWT”) and Indefinite-Term Employment Agreements (Perjanjian Kerja Waktu Tidak Tertentu, “PKWTT”). Each type carries distinct characteristics, functions, and…

Hybrid Power Plants Now Regulated: Key Takeaways from MEMR Regulation Number 19 of 2025 for Business Actors
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Hybrid Power Plants Now Regulated: Key Takeaways from MEMR Regulation Number 19 of 2025 for Business Actors

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Issued in December 2025, Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Regulation Number 19 of 2025 on Hybrid Power Plants (“MEMR Regulation 19/2025”) introduces a comprehensive regulatory framework for the development of Hybrid Power Plants or Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Hibrida “PLTH” in Indonesia, particularly for small islands and remote areas. This regulation reflects the government’s policy objectives of ensuring a reliable electric supply, improving operating hours, accelerating the national de-dieselization program,…

The Direction of Crypto Asset Regulation in Indonesia Following the Transfer of Supervisory Authority from Bappebti to the OJK
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The Direction of Crypto Asset Regulation in Indonesia Following the Transfer of Supervisory Authority from Bappebti to the OJK

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Indonesia’s regulatory approach to crypto assets has undergone a fundamental shift following the transfer of supervisory authority from the Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency or Badan Pengawas Perdagangan Berjangka Komoditi (“Bappebti”) to the Financial Services Authority or Otoritas Jasa Keuangan (“OJK”). Initially regulated as commodities, crypto assets are now positioned within the broader digital financial…

ADCO Law Recognized as one of the Firms to Watch for Intellectual Property Practice in Legal500.
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ADCO Law Recognized as one of the Firms to Watch for Intellectual Property Practice in Legal500.

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ADCO Law is proud to announce its inclusion in Legal500’s prestigious “Firms to Watch” list for Intellectual Property Practice. This recognition highlights the firm’s growing reputation and commitment to excellence in protecting clients’ intellectual property. Since the establishment of the IP Practice in 2024, with the appointment of Adolf M. Panggabean as Partner and Practice Lead, the firm has built…

ADCO Law Strengthens Leadership with Appointment of Aditya Kesha Wijayanto as Co-Managing Partner
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ADCO Law Strengthens Leadership with Appointment of Aditya Kesha Wijayanto as Co-Managing Partner

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Effective January 5, 2026, ADCO Law officially appointed Senior Partner Aditya Kesha Wijayanto as Co-Managing Partner. This appointment enhances ADCO Law’s commitment to sustainable leadership and the continued strengthening of the firm’s strategic management. Aditya Kesha Wijayanto, fondly known as Kesha, will join Senior Partner Dendi Adisuryo in his capacity as Co-Managing Partner. Through this…

ADCO Law Achieves Landmark Trademark Ruling for Leading Korean Beauty Brand in Invalidation Claim
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ADCO Law Achieves Landmark Trademark Ruling for Leading Korean Beauty Brand in Invalidation Claim

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ADCO Law is proud to announce a successful representation for the Leading Korean Beauty Brand in a trademark invalidation action before the Commercial Court at the Central Jakarta District Court. The ruling is significant because it integrates findings of well-known status, overall similarity, and bad‑faith registration into a single framework. Significantly, the Court affirmed that protection…

When AI processes Portraits: A Copyright and Ownership Perspective 
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When AI processes Portraits: A Copyright and Ownership Perspective 

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Street photography and the use of human portraits have taken on new legal significance in the age of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”). Photographs captured without consent are no longer static images, but can be transformed, replicated, or monetized through AI systems, raising complex questions about copyright, moral rights, portrait rights, and ownership. Amid regulatory gaps under…