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Jakarta, 23 June 2026 — Geopolitical dynamics between the United States and Iran have caused global oil prices to fluctuate throughout 2026. The tensions had previously pushed crude oil prices above USD120 per barrel. Global oil prices eased after a temporary peace agreement was reached in mid-June. As of trading on 22 June 2026, Brent crude moved within the range of USD80 per barrel. However, thi

Jakarta, June 4, 2026 — Amid persistently high global uncertainty, Statistics Indonesia (BPS) recorded Indonesia’s export performance as fairly encouraging. Although inflationary pressure has also tended to increase and the rupiah exchange rate has weakened, Prasasti sees an opportunity for exports to continue growing, while also recognizing challenges that require swift and precise handling. The

Piter Abdullah, who serves as Policy and Programs Director at Prasasti, will appear as a guest speaker on Tempo's Jelasin Dong podcast. This particular episode tackles the theme "The Debate Surrounding Online Lending Rate Limits and Consumer Protection." Structured as a strategic dialogue, the program unpacks the interplay of policy direction, regulatory jurisdiction, and the legal as well as econ

Jakarta, 22 May 2026—The Government is strengthening the governance of strategic natural resource commodity exports through the establishment of an export body or aggregator, Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia (DSI). This was conveyed directly by the President of the Republic of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, during the DPR Plenary Meeting on the 2027 Macroeconomic Framework and Fiscal Policy Principles