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Indonesia: Interpreting ‘International’: Reassessing the Definition of Arbitral Awards in Indonesia

Indonesia: Interpreting ‘International’: Reassessing the Definition of Arbitral Awards in Indonesia

The Indonesian Constitutional Court reviewed the 1999 Arbitration Law, particularly the definition of “international arbitral award.” It ruled to remove “considered,” which some viewed as adding legal uncertainty. However, the ruling didn’t address broader issues surrounding definitions and interpretations, leaving questions about clarity in international arbitration unresolved. A modernization of the law is needed.

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Authority Defects in State Administrative Law Jurisprudence

Authority Defects in State Administrative Law Jurisprudence

In KTUN Indonesia, a State Administrative Decision can be invalidated if issued with authority defects—where agencies or officials act beyond their legal powers. This article explains Government Administrative Law provisions on defect in authority, including a Supreme Court jurisprudence where a governor’s permit revocation was nullified. Understand the legal grounds for challenging such decisions.

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Registration of Ulayat Rights: Recognition and Protection by the Government for Customary Law Communities in Indonesia

Registration of Ulayat Rights: Recognition and Protection by the Government for Customary Law Communities in Indonesia

This article discusses Indonesia’s 2024 land policy reform, focusing on ulayat land rights, two groups of customary communities, land registration on right of management and right of ownership, as well as ulayat land register.

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