U.S.–ASEAN bilateral Agreements on Reciprocal Tariffs (ART) commitments reveal that cross-border data flows are far more complex than many assume. These agreements vary significantly across countries, and domestic laws remain decisive...

A silent game-changer is emerging in Indonesia–U.S. data flows. As part of the U.S.–Indonesia Agreement on Reciprocal Tariffs (ART), a draft clause under discussion would allow: “Indonesia will provide certainty regarding the ability to move personal data out of its territory...

Let’s be honest — Indonesia’s PDP Law is already in force, yet many organisations are still scrambling, delaying, or simply “nominating” someone as DPO just to appear compliant. This is happening even though the law is unambiguous: certain organisations must appoint a capable Data Protection Officer (DPO), not a symbolic one...

Featured as a distinguished highlight of a recent event, the signing of books authored by two of the nation’s most respected legal scholars — Prof. O.C. Kaligis and Prof. Dr. I.B.R. Supancana — underscored their continued contribution to Indonesia’s legal development...

The Indonesian Government has recently issued Government Regulation No. 43 of 2025 on Financial Reporting (“GR 43/2025”). This regulation implements Article 273 of Law No. 4 of 2023 on the Development and Strengthening of the Financial Sector. GR 43/2025 applies to business actors in the financial sector...

For many international investors, signing the hotel acquisition agreement feels like crossing the finish line. Yet in reality, it marks the beginning of a far more crucial journey — the post- acquisition phase...

Bali, long hailed as one of the world’s premier travel destinations, hosts a vast array of hotels— from serene boutique villas to five-star international resorts. As tourism and foreign capital continue to surge, hotel acquisition transactions on the island have risen sharply, attracting both local and global investors...

Indonesia continues to stand out as one of Asia’s most promising investment destinations — a country of over 270 million people, a young and dynamic workforce, and fast-rising consumer power. For many foreign investors, expanding a PT PMA (Foreign-Owned Company) in Indonesia is the next natural step toward long-term growth...

As investment from China continues to play a vital role in Indonesia’s property, industrial, and infrastructure sectors, compliance with local construction and building regulations remains essential. One key regulatory requirement for any construction project is obtaining a Persetujuan Bangunan Gedung (PBG)...

Bali’s hospitality market remains one of the most attractive investment destinations in Southeast Asia. Yet acquiring a hotel here is far more complex than a simple sale and purchase. It’s a multi- layered legal and commercial process that requires strategic planning...

The Government of Indonesia, through the Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), has issued Regulation No. 5 of 2025 concerning Guidelines and Procedures for the Implementation of Risk-Based Business Licensing and Investment Facilities through the OSS System  (“Regulation 5/2025”). This Regulation repeals and supersedes three (3) previous regulations that are no longer in effect, namely:..

In Indonesia’s rapidly evolving data-driven economy, personal data protection compliance has become a key concern for businesses, especially for business actors operating in technology, e-commerce, and financial services sectors. The recent Constitutional Court Decision No. 151/PUU-XXII...

As Indonesia strengthens its environmental governance framework, businesses  particularly in manufacturing, energy, and extractive industries, are facing increasing regulatory expectations in how they manage Hazardous and Toxic Materials (Bahan Berbahaya dan Beracun or “B3”) waste...

The Ministry of Investment / Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) has issued Regulation No. 5 of 2025 on the Guidelines and Procedures for the Implementation of Risk-Based Business Licensing and Investment Facilities through the Online Single Submission (OSS) System (“Regulation 5/2025”), which came into effect on 2 October 2025...

Professor Dr Abu Bakar Munir, an internationally renowned scholar, expert, and consultant in Cyber Law and Data Protection Law, as well as Co-Founder of Asosiasi Profesional Privasi Data Indonesia (APPDI), explained that the Order represents Brunei’s decisive step toward establishing...

As part of its recent event, Schinder Law Firm held an insightful dialogue titled “Dialogue on Law and Integrity,” bringing together two of its own Senior Advisors — Prof. Dr. O.C. Kaligis and Prof. Dr. I.B.R. Supancana, among Indonesia’s most distinguished legal scholars...

Undang-Undang Nomor 27 Tahun 2022 tentang Pelindungan Data Pribadi (UU PDP) telah resmi berlaku dan menjadi tonggak penting dalam memperkuat hak privasi dan tata kelola data di Indonesia...

A well-drafted contract is the cornerstone of every successful business. Yet, for many Chinese enterprises in Indonesia, these documents can easily shift from protective safeguards to hidden liabilities. Vague clauses, missing commencement date, or inconsistent language may seem minor but can disrupt operations and expose companies to legal challenges...