Indonesia, which sits below Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand in global competitiveness rankings, is a classic example of how legal uncertainty, legislative sprawl and labor issues can put off global investors.
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Jokowi's labor law reforms risk antagonizing Indonesia's unions
Jakarta needs to simplify system which puts off foreign business investment
Hundreds of labors hold protest against the employment omnibus law in Jakarta on Jan. 20: there is resistance from labor unions, particularly to the sections on creating jobs and labor reform. © Anadolu Agency/Getty Images
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