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The New Era for Outsourcing in Indonesia: Understanding the Minister of Manpower Regulation 7 of 2026
Indonesia’s Minister of Manpower Regulation No. 7 of 2026 tightens outsourcing rules by limiting outsourced work to six supporting service categories. The regulation also strengthens worker protections through mandatory written agreements, registration requirements, and stricter compliance obligations for user companies. Following the regulation’s implementation, businesses are encouraged to review and adjust their outsourcing arrangements during the two-year transition period to ensure compliance with the new framework.
Navigating Underlying Rights in Work-for-Hire OTT Productions
In work-for-hire over-the-top (OTT) productions, a production house may retain copyright on paper while unknowingly giving away its most valuable commercial rights through broadly drafted clauses. This update examines the four key provisions producers should watch carefully and what they should do to protect their position before the first deal closes.
A Legal Guide to Setting Up a Franchise Business in Indonesia
The establishment and operation of franchise businesses in Indonesia are primarily governed by Government Regulation No. 35 of 2024 on Franchising. In this ARMA Update, we will outline the key regulatory requirements for establishing a franchise business in Indonesia.
OJK Reg 1/2026: What Banks Need to Know About the New Foreign Worker Regulations
The Financial Services Authority Regulation No. 1 of 2026 on the Utilization of Foreign Workers by Banks (“OJK Reg 1/2026”) introduces a more restrictive and structured framework for the employment of foreign workers (“TKA”) in the Indonesian banking sector, emphasizing tighter eligibility criteria, clearer role limitations, and stronger regulatory oversight. The regulation requires banks to integrate TKA utilization into their business plans, obtain prior OJK approval for key roles, and implement mandatory knowledge transfer programs to support domestic workforce development, while also imposing a maximum employment period of five years and enhanced reporting obligations to ensure ongoing supervision.
The Hidden Legal Layer of Film Festival Grants
This update examines the contractual obligations embedded in international film festival grant agreements, including premiere obligations, rights encumbrances, and clawback provisions, and considers their impact on financing, distribution, and investor waterfalls. It highlights the importance of reviewing grant agreements carefully to anticipate potential commercial and legal implications.
Wealth Structuring and Succession Planning in Indonesia: A Trust Perspective
While trusts are not formally recognized under Indonesian law, their core objectives can still be achieved through carefully structured domestic and offshore arrangements. This update outlines practical approaches for Indonesian HNWIs to manage wealth, ensure controlled distribution, and align succession planning with applicable inheritance laws.
From Framework to Execution: Forestry Carbon Offsets under MOF Regulation No. 6 of 2026
Minister of Forestry Regulation No. 6 of 2026 operationalizes Indonesia’s carbon governance framework under Presidential Regulation No. 110 of 2025 by establishing detailed procedures for forestry carbon project development, certification, trading, and registry compliance. The regulation clarifies eligible participants and project areas, embeds mandatory environmental and social safeguards, and reinforces jurisdictional and nesting requirements, including controls over corresponding adjustments for international transfers. While it strengthens regulatory certainty, the Ministry’s discretionary authority and the rollout of key implementing systems will be critical to market confidence and execution.
Lexology Panoramic: ESG 2026, Indonesia Chapter
As ESG and climate change continue to reshape the global business landscape, navigating Indonesia’s evolving regulatory framework—from sustainable investment guidelines to carbon capture storage and climate disclosure—has become a top priority for forward-thinking organizations. Our team provides a comprehensive analysis of the local legal requirements, liability risks, and best practices to help businesses successfully integrate ESG principles into their operations.
The International Forms of Vessel Sale and Purchase (“S&P”): The Modern Practice of Global Shipping and Maritime
Read more on the key international sale forms used in vessel transactions and discusses their relevance in cross-border practice, with particular focus on Indonesian regulatory considerations and the potential benefits of developing an Indonesian Ship Saleform to support more efficient and legally certain transactions involving Indonesian interests.