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Indonesia's Obesity Crisis: Sugar Tax Planned for 2025

10/9/2025

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A recent study finds obesity worsened in Indonesia from 2007 to 2023, hitting lower socioeconomic groups.
The government plans a July 2025 sugar-sweetened beverage tax to curb obesity, with pricing shown to reduce consumption.
The study highlights gender gaps, noting only 10.7% of Indonesian women engage in vigorous activity, influenced by culture and infrastructure.

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A recent study finds obesity worsened in Indonesia from 2007 to 2023, hitting lower socioeconomic groups.
The government plans a July 2025 sugar-sweetened beverage tax to curb obesity, with pricing shown to reduce consumption.
The study highlights gender gaps, noting only 10.7% of Indonesian women engage in vigorous activity, influenced by culture and infrastructure.