Business trends
McDonald's, Starbucks, others hit by Indonesia, Malaysia boycotts
Muslims protest Western brands over perceived pro-Israel stance on Gaza
Indonesia
Indonesia election
Lawmakers from Indonesia's top party urge probe into presidential vote
Prabowo's likely victory clouded by allegations of abuse of power, coercion
Technology
Singapore's Sea expects to stay in black after posting 1st annual profit
NYSE-listed tech group sees Shopee gaining ground despite 'intensified competition'
Indonesia election
Prabowo's free lunch plan would bite into Indonesia's budget, analysts warn
Rating agencies say $29bn program could put huge strain on national coffers
International relations
Indonesia aims to join OECD within two to three years, minister says
33 countries have expressed support for Southeast Asian nation's accession
Startups
ASEAN startups pay more for sales jobs to chase cash, study finds
Early-stage companies prioritize nontech roles amid less access to funding
Finance
ASEAN banks' fat interest margins wane as Fed rate cuts loom
Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia anticipate rocky road in loan earnings
Commodities
Indonesia palm oil firms warn of food security risks as biodiesel use rises
Government mulls doubling the subsidy for replanting amid concerns over exports
The Nikkei View
Indonesia's next president must not roll back democracy
Progress made over past quarter century should be protected
Opinion
Prabowo must resist temptation to apply more force in Papua
New face of kindness likely to be tested by push for indigenous rights
Commodities
Indonesia miner buys another 14% stake in Vale's local nickel unit
State-owned MIND ID becomes largest shareholder with 34% of shares
International relations
In EV revolution, resource-rich Global South hopes to turn cash-rich
Bolivia and Indonesia tell Global North to give them a place on the value chain
International relations
Indonesia's OECD bid enters next stage: 5 things to know
Accession takes 'long time' due to rigorous evaluation, says expert
International relations
Indonesia and OECD to start accession discussions
Island nation would be Southeast Asia's first member of economic group
DealStreetAsia
Indonesia's top P2P platforms meltdown spooks retail lenders
Collapse impacts dozens of players and involves billions of rupiah in financing
Automobiles
Indonesia EV competition heats up with VinFast and BYD debuts
Other Asian manufacturers also aim to grab market share with auto show offerings
Indonesia election
World leaders seek ties with Prabowo after Indonesia election
From India to U.K., countries keen to collaborate on trade, energy and more
Opinion
Prabowo's victory won't bring authoritarian rule back in Indonesia
Competition among predatory elites will actually help preserve democracy
Media & Entertainment
Japan's Kadokawa sticks with print in Indonesia manga expansion
Publisher also seeks to tap South Korean webtoons with printed versions
Datawatch
Aging Southeast Asia grapples with weak social safety nets
State pensions cover less than 30% of working-age population in some countries
Economy
Singapore, Thailand and more hand out cash to ease inflation pain
SE Asia governments focus on public support while critics warn of fiscal strain
Indonesia election
Indonesia's Prabowo at risk of leading bloated cabinet after weak legislative vote
Defense minister signals big coalition, calling for 'collaboration' with rivals
Currencies
Thai baht, Malaysian ringgit sink to three-month lows against dollar
Emerging nation central banks balk at rate cuts to defend currencies
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Indonesia election
Indonesia election: How Prabowo's big night unfolded
Defense minister claims victory based on unofficial counts while rivals cry foul
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Indonesia election
Prabowo faces 'power game' with Jokowi after claiming victory
Analysts say costly election pledges in focus amid fiscal discipline concern