Indonesia can boast some of the most extensive and biologically diverse areas of tropical forest in the world. Moreover, the countrys forests have amazing potential for development and utilization, and many individuals and businesses are attempting to utilize and even exploit the entirety of the natural resources contained therein to the very limits of their abilities. However, limits have indeed been set on the utilization of the countrys forests in order to ensure balance and the overall protection of the environment. Indonesias forests are controlled under several laws and regulations, including Law No. 41 of 1999 on Forestry, Law No. 5 of 1990 on the Conservation of Living Natural Resources and Ecosystems and Law No. 32 of 2009 on the Protection and Management of the Environment. This weeks ILD offers a general outline of Indonesias forests and their various classifications, as well as the procedures which have to be followed in order to secure permits for the utilization of timber and/or non-timber forestry products in areas of production forest.

Task Force also set to raise issue of unnecessary ministry-level regulations

Ministry of Finance admits that e-commerce taxation is a worldwide problem which is still in need of a definitive solution

Corporate perpetrators often disguise themselves as representatives of local communities in order to secure more concessions

As one of the most populous nations in the world, not to mention one of Asia's most vibrant marketplaces, Indonesia offers numerous opportunities for the development of profitable startup companies. And indeed, many young entrepreneurs are currently attempting to establish startups across Indonesia. However, in doing so, there are a number of important areas that have to be considered, such as the formulation of a suitable business model and the securing of the necessary licenses. This weeks ILD offers a general outline of a number of different business models which are suitable for startups, as well as a rundown of the various licenses that should be secured by entrepreneurs prior to the rendering of any services to the general public.

Such payments can now be made through a virtual-account system established by the BPJS for Health

The Draft Bill currently under deliberation and believed to fully support national interests

Since the official implementation of the Tax-Amnesty program last July, which mandates that certain assets should be repatriated to Indonesia, the government is pushing forward with a number of initiatives relating to the channeling of future investments. One alternative open to any new investors is the option to establish businesses in special economic zones (Kawasan Ekonomi Khusus KEK). In order to accommodate this initiative, the Minister of Finance has issued Regulation No. 104/PMK.010/2016 on Tax, Customs and Excise Treatments in Special Economic Zones (2016 Regulation). In essence, this regulation set out further details relating to the various tax, custom and excise facilities, as well as various breaks which can be enjoyed by any companies or businesses which are engaging in commercial activities within KEKs.

Various House members speak against the move, claiming that such a speedy citizenship reinstatement violates the country?s Citizenship Law

Two out of panel?s nine judges offer dissenting opinions against the ruling