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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A magnifying glass over Indonesian rupiah banknotes symbolizing close examination of the rupiah redenomination plan.
The rupiah redenomination plan will not harm Indonesia’s...
A large red entrance banner for the 8th China International Import Expo at the NECC Shanghai, highlighting the CIIE 2025 trade as visitors walk across the plaza.
The CIIE 2025 trade is playing a central role in shaping...
A symbolic balance showing a green windmill and a CO2 cloud on a wooden plank over the Earth, representing Indonesia at COP30 on carbon trading and global sustainability.
Indonesia’s participation in the COP30 summit plays...
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Foreign investment in Indonesia remains central to...
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Prabowo Calls to Protect Foreign Investment in Indonesia
Foreign investment in Indonesia remains central to the country’s recovery and future growth. President...
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Bali Investment Policy Outlook 2025
  From Regulation to Readiness – A Public Forum on Bali’s Investment Future Indonesia’s investment...
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BKPM Sets IDR 10B Rule for Foreign Investment in Indonesia
The Investment Coordinating Board, otherwise known as BKPM, or Badan Koordinasi Penanaman Modal, has...
Politics
A symbolic balance showing a green windmill and a CO2 cloud on a wooden plank over the Earth, representing Indonesia at COP30 on carbon trading and global sustainability.
Indonesia at COP30 Highlights Global Carbon Market Vision
Indonesia’s participation in the COP30 summit plays a crucial role in advancing worldwide climate ambitions...
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Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa Delays Tax Hike Until 6% Growth
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa announced that the government will delay any tax increase until...
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New Regulation Promotes Waste-to-Energy for Cities
According to reporting from Antara News, the Indonesian government has issued a new regulation mandating...
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Investing
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Rupiah Redenomination Plan Won’t Affect Investment Climate
The rupiah redenomination plan will not harm Indonesia’s investment climate, according to Danantara Chief...
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Indonesia Bioethanol Investment Rises as Toyota Enters Market
Indonesia bioethanol investment continues to gain momentum as Toyota moves to support the country’s shift...
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A large red entrance banner for the 8th China International Import Expo at the NECC Shanghai, highlighting the CIIE 2025 trade as visitors walk across the plaza.
CIIE 2025 Trade Opens New Path For Indonesia Export Expansion
The CIIE 2025 trade is playing a central role in shaping deeper economic ties between China and Indonesia....
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Lifestyle
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Bali Investment Policy Outlook 2025
  From Regulation to Readiness – A Public Forum on Bali’s Investment Future Indonesia’s investment...
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AI Helps Indonesian Hotel Industry Capture Lost Revenue
The Indonesian hotel industry is facing a growing challenge as it struggles to keep up with market shifts...
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Bali Investment Climate Shows Strong Growth Momentum
Bali’s investment climate continues to show strong growth momentum, supported by increasing investor...
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Community

E-Commerce Regulations Guide: Indonesia
The myriad of laws and regulations (at the Government and Ministerial level) on electronic transactions...
PLN, Amazon to Build Solar Power Plants in Indonesia
Underscoring Indonesia’s commitment to alternative, renewable energy, Tempo are reporting on the recent...
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...
QJ Motor Invests in West Java Assembly Plant
Jakarta Globe is reporting that Chinese motorcycle manufacturer QJ Motor announced on Wednesday (26/3/25,)...
Sri Mulyani: WTO’s Weak Role Causes Global Economic Uncertainty
Global economic uncertainty continues to intensify as multilateral institutions lose influence on the...

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.