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Prabowo's Centralization of Commodity Exports Alarms Officials and Investors

21 Mayıs 2026Japan Times

President Prabowo Subianto's unexpected decision to centralize Indonesia's commodity exports has sent shockwaves through the market. This move has raised alarms among investors, who are increasingly worried about the implications of heightened state intervention in the economy.
The reaction from officials within his administration has also been one of surprise, indicating a lack of consensus on this significant policy shift.
Indonesia has been navigating a complex economic landscape, balancing the needs of its domestic industries with the demands of international trade. The move to centralize commodity exports comes at a time when the government is seeking to bolster its economic position amid global uncertainties.
Prabowo's decision could signify a broader shift towards more authoritarian economic policies, which may undermine investor confidence in Indonesia's market stability. The centralization of commodity exports might be seen as an attempt to exert greater control over the economy, but it risks alienating foreign invest…

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