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Indonesia's Coal Use Set to Rise Despite Promises

12/18/2025

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Indonesia's Coal Commitment

The International Energy Agency projects Indonesia's coal use will rise to at least 2030, signaling a faltering energy transition.
Even after multi-billion-dollar agreements with wealthy nations, funding for early coal-plant retirement remains inadequate.
Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN), Indonesia's state-owned electricity company, continues to back coal investments.
The Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) has mobilized only $3 billion of the promised $20 billion, despite Vietnam diluting its coal phase-out plans.

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Desker Discusses Relations

At a book launch in Jakarta on December 17, 2025, panellists discussed the evolution of Indonesia-Singapore relations and emphasized trust and personal connections.
Former Singapore ambassador Barry Desker highlighted that recent agreements, including an extradition treaty and expanded defense cooperation, were the result of decades of groundwork.
As new leaders take office, maintaining strong ties will be crucial.

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Historical Context

The Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) was launched on November 15, 2022, during the G20 summit to aid Indonesia's coal phase-out, committing $20 billion. However, only $3 billion has been mobilized, reflecting challenges similar to Vietnam's coal plans. This situation raises concerns about environmental impacts and international relations as countries strive for energy sustainability amid climate commitments.

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Indonesia's Coal Commitment

The International Energy Agency projects Indonesia's coal use will rise to at least 2030, signaling a faltering energy transition.
Even after multi-billion-dollar agreements with wealthy nations, funding for early coal-plant retirement remains inadequate.
Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN), Indonesia's state-owned electricity company, continues to back coal investments.
The Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) has mobilized only $3 billion of the promised $20 billion, despite Vietnam diluting its coal phase-out plans.

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