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Indonesia Boosts Coal Production and Considers Export Tax Amid Global Energy Crisis

Amid global energy market instability, Indonesia responds by permitting increased coal production to...
March 19, 2026 by
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  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    National
  • Last Update
    2026-03-19
Key Impacts
Positive Impacts (8)
Thermal Coal
Indonesian Coal Miners
Indonesian Government Fiscal Position
Indonesian Rupiah
Indonesian Ports and Logistics
Shipping and Dry Bulk Sector
Negative Impacts (2)
Asian Utilities and Coal-Fired Power Producers
Natural Gas
Total impacts: 12 | Positive: 8 | Negative: 2
Event Overview

Amid global energy market instability, Indonesia responds by permitting increased coal production to meet rising demand. The government also contemplates an export tax to enhance fiscal revenue, signaling a shift from previous price stabilization policies.

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Indonesia Allows Coal Miners to Increase Production Amid Global Energy Market Turmoil
2026-03-19 22:33

Due to the intensification of conflicts in the Middle East, global energy markets have experienced instability, leading to an increase in coal demand and a surge in prices. In response, the Indonesian government has decided to allow coal miners to increase their production. Additionally, the government is considering the imposition of an export tax to boost fiscal revenue. This decision contrasts with the previous policy of limiting production to maintain prices.

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