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Rupiah weakness is unlikely to revive Indonesia’s economy

The weakness of the Indonesian rupiah is unlikely to kick-start a recovery in the country’s non-commodity export sector. For one thing, it has not left Indonesian exporters looking any more competitive. Meanwhile, a dilapidated infrastructure and onerous labour market regulations are likely to remain major obstacles.

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