06 February 2025
An article authored by Simon Littlewood and published in Global Finance Magazine takes an in-depth look...
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29 January 2025
An article recently published on Seven Stones Indonesia’s blog takes a deep dive into how, in 2024,...
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10 January 2025
As global economic uncertainties grow, gold remains a beacon of stability for investors. With inflation...
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18 December 2024
  Indonesian MSMEs have emerged as vital players in global trade, driving significant international...
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27 March 2024
By Tanja Harjuniemi The Finnish-owned boutique hotel, Hani Hideaway, jumped to the top of customer reviews...
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Minister of Environment Hanif Faisol Nurofiq explains measures against corporate environmental violations during a parliamentary meeting.
Corporate environmental violations are at the center...
Leaders inaugurate the Indonesia Pavilion at WEF Davos 2026, marking momentum for a stronger Indonesia investment outlook and global investor engagement.
Indonesia’s investment outlook continues to strengthen...
Aerial view of PT Freeport Indonesia’s ore mill surrounded by processing facilities, roads, and mountains, illustrating Indonesia’s mineral investments and downstream mining operations.
Indonesia reached USD 6.7 billion in mineral investments...
Officials and airline representatives celebrate new Semarang–Singapore flight route at Ahmad Yani International Airport, highlighting how new Semarang flights fuel Central Java foreign investment.
Semarang international flights now accelerate investor...
President Prabowo Subianto and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer shake hands in London during talks to advance the Indonesia–UK partnership.
Prabowo meets British PM to Strengthen Indonesia–UK Partnership
President Prabowo Subianto flew to London to meet with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to strengthen...
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Indonesia Investment Outlook Targets Rp2,100T in 2026
Indonesia’s investment outlook continues to strengthen as the government sets a more ambitious...
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China and Indonesia Boost Investments With 16 Industrial Projects
China-Indonesia Investments continue to expand as both countries strengthen economic ties through a series...
Politics
Leaders inaugurate the Indonesia Pavilion at WEF Davos 2026, marking momentum for a stronger Indonesia investment outlook and global investor engagement.
Indonesia Investment Outlook Strengthens at WEF Davos 2026
Indonesia’s investment outlook continues to strengthen as the Indonesia Pavilion drew strong global investor...
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President Prabowo Subianto and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer shake hands in London during talks to advance the Indonesia–UK partnership.
Prabowo meets British PM to Strengthen Indonesia–UK Partnership
President Prabowo Subianto flew to London to meet with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to strengthen...
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Indonesia Investment Outlook Targets Rp2,100T in 2026
Indonesia’s investment outlook continues to strengthen as the government sets a more ambitious...
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Investing
Minister of Environment Hanif Faisol Nurofiq explains measures against corporate environmental violations during a parliamentary meeting.
5 Corporate ‘Environmental Sins’ That End in Permit Loss
Corporate environmental violations are at the center of Indonesia’s latest enforcement wave. The government...
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Leaders inaugurate the Indonesia Pavilion at WEF Davos 2026, marking momentum for a stronger Indonesia investment outlook and global investor engagement.
Indonesia Investment Outlook Strengthens at WEF Davos 2026
Indonesia’s investment outlook continues to strengthen as the Indonesia Pavilion drew strong global investor...
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Aerial view of PT Freeport Indonesia’s ore mill surrounded by processing facilities, roads, and mountains, illustrating Indonesia’s mineral investments and downstream mining operations.
Indonesia Secures 6.7 Billion USD in Mineral Investments
Indonesia reached USD 6.7 billion in mineral investments in 2025, reflecting the aggressive push to upgrade...
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Lifestyle
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Bali Luxury Hotels Dominate Investment Growth Until 2027
Bali luxury hotels continue to dominate investment growth as the island reshapes its tourism economy...
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Blood plasma sample held by a medical professional, illustrating materials processed at a blood plasma factory in Indonesia.
Indonesia Builds Blood Plasma Factory To End Imports
Indonesia is taking a decisive step toward healthcare self-sufficiency by developing its first blood...
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Villa Rental Fraud in Bali illustrated by a magnifying glass highlighting the word scam over digital code background.
Villa Rental Fraud in Bali: How Tourists Can Avoid Scams
Villa rental fraud in Bali has become a growing concern for tourists, as scam cases continue to rise...
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Community

Indonesia’s Digital Infrastructure to be Updated
Telstra International and Trans Pacific Networks (TPN) are collaborating to build the first subsea cable...
Jokowi Launches Construction of MRT Jakarta East-West Line
According to the website of The President of The Republic of Indonesia, President Jokowi officially launched...
Kominfo: Microsoft to Invest in Indonesia
Usman Kansong, the Director General of Communication and Public Information at the Communication and...
Minister: ASEAN Aiming to Become Economic Growth Center
Antara News are reporting on recent statements made by Erick Thohir, Indonesia’s Minister of State-Owned...
Forbes: Telkom Is One Of The World's Best Companies
In a report published by Republika and referring to a new survey from Forbes in partnership with research...

Andrzej Barski

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

Andrzej is Co-owner/ Founder and Director of Seven Stones Indonesia. He was born in the UK to Polish parents and has been living in Indonesia for more than 33-years. He is a skilled writer, trainer and marketer with a deep understanding of Indonesia and its many cultures after spending many years travelling across the archipelago from North Sumatra to Irian Jaya.

His experience covers Marketing, Branding, Advertising, Publishing, Real Estate and Training for 5-Star Hotels and Resorts in Bali and Jakarta, which has given him a passion for the customer experience. He’s a published author and a regular contributor to local and regional publications. His interests include conservation, eco-conscious initiatives, spirituality and motorcycles. Andrzej speaks English and Indonesian.

Terje H. Nilsen

Director of Seven Stones Indonesia

Terje is from Norway and has been living in Indonesia for over 20-years. He first came to Indonesia as a child and after earning his degree in Business Administration from the University of Agder in Norway, he moved to Indonesia in 1993, where he has worked in leading positions in education and the fitness/ wellness industries all over Indonesia including Jakarta, Banjarmasin, Medan and Bali.

He was Co-owner and CEO of the Paradise Property Group for 10-years and led the company to great success. He is now Co-owner/ Founder and Director of Seven Stones Indonesia offering market entry services for foreign investors, legal advice, sourcing of investments and in particular real estate investments. He has a soft spot for eco-friendly and socially sustainable projects and investments, while his personal business strengths are in property law, tourism trends, macroeconomics, Indonesian government and regulations. His personal interests are in sport, adventure, history and spiritual experiences.

Terje’s leadership, drive and knowledge are recognised across many industries and his unrivalled network of high level contacts in government and business spans the globe. He believes you do good and do well but always in that order. Terje speaks English, Indonesian and Norwegian.

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Ridwan Jasin Zachrie

CFO of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

Ridwan is one of Indonesia’s top executives with a long and illustrious career in the financial world. He holds several professional certifications including being a Certified Business Valuer (CBV) issued by the Australian Academy of Finance and Management; Broker-Dealer Representative (WPPE); and The Directorship Certification for Directors and Commissioners, issued by the Indonesian Institute of Commissioners and Directors.

His experience includes being the Managing Director at one of the top investment banking groups in the region, the Recapital Group, the CFO at State-owned enterprises in fishery industry and the CEO at Tanri Abeng & Son Holding. He’s also been an Independent Commissioner in several Financial Service companies and on the Audit and Risk Committee at Bank BTPN Tbk, Berau Coal Energy Tbk, Aetra Air Jakarta as well as working for Citibank, Bank Mandiri and HSBC. His last position was as CFO at PT Citra Putra Mandiri – OSO Group.

Ridwan has won a number of prestigious awards including the Best CFO Awards 2019 (Institute of Certified Management Accountant Australia-Indonesia); Asia Pacific Young Business Leader awarded by Asia 21 Network New York USA (Tokyo 2008); UK Alumni Business Awards 2008 awarded by the British Council; and The Most Inspiring Human Resources Practitioners’ version of Human Capital Magazine 2010.

He’s a member of the Board of Trustees of the Alumni Association of the Faculty of Law, Trisakti University, Co-Founder of the Paramadina Public Policy Institute and actively writes books, publications and articles in the mass media. He co-authored “Korupsi Mengorupsi Indonesia” in 2009, which helps those with an interest in understanding governance in Indonesia and the critical issue of corruption. Ridwan speaks Indonesian and English.

Per Fredrik Ecker

Managing Director of Seven Stones Indonesia, Jakarta

Per is the Managing Director of the Seven Stones Indonesia (SSI) Jakarta office and has more than 25-years’ experience in Indonesia, China, and Western Europe. He previously worked in senior management positions with Q-Free ASA, Siemens AG, and other companies in the telecom sector. Over the last six years, he has been the Chairman of the Indonesia-Norway Business Council (INBC) and recently become elected to be on the board of EuroCham Indonesia.

His most recent experience is within Intelligent Transport Solutions (ITS), Telecom, and other sectors within the Indonesian market. He is today through his position in SSI and by representing Norway Connect, promoting Nordic and European companies that would like to explore business opportunities in the Indonesian market. He’s also playing an active role to help create the Nordic House concept in Jakarta that will provide an excellent platform for Nordic companies entering Indonesia, where they’ll find a community that can offer support with trusted information and affordable services to enter this market.