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Indonesia's new financial-sector law provides a stable and secure investment environment for the Danantara sovereign wealth fund. By offering legal protections, the government aims to attract international capital to fund infrastructure and development projects. This move is expected to boost economic growth and create jobs. The protections shield investors from unnecessary legal hurdles, encouraging long-term commitments. President Prabowo's vision for a prosperous Indonesia receives a strong foundation with this legislation, which could set a precedent for other emerging economies seeking to attract investment.
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Indonesia has passed a financial-sector law that includes specific provisions for investors in the Danantara sovereign wealth fund. The law prevents criminal, civil, or tax investigations into bond purchases from the fund. Bond records cannot be used as evidence in court or for tax assessments. These measures are intended to make the fund more attractive to investors but have raised questions about transparency and regulatory oversight. The provision is part of a broader 207-page financial-sector law published this week.
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A controversial provision in Indonesia's new financial-sector law provides sweeping legal immunity for investors in President Prabowo's sovereign wealth fund. Critics argue this effectively legalizes money laundering by shielding suspicious transactions from any scrutiny. The lack of transparency could damage Indonesia's international reputation and invite illicit funds. The law, buried in a 207-page document, has been condemned by anti-corruption watchdogs as a dangerous step backward for financial governance. Analysts warn that the protections could attract money with questionable origins, further eroding the reputation of Southeast Asia's largest economy.
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