Coal Crackdown: Indonesia Tightens Export Rules as Revenue Hits $18.1 Billion

Indonesia is tightening its control over strategic natural resource exports, especially coal, through a set of new regulations. The move comes as the country reports $18.1 billion in revenue from these exports. The new rules aim to improve governance of the sector. They target how these resources are managed and sold abroad. Coal is a key part of Indonesia's export earnings. The government wants to ensure the trade is more transparent and better regulated. Further details on the regulations are expected to be released soon.