XXXV, No 17, 11/09/2017

*“It’s crackers” as Indonesia’s offset law implemented for the first time

Indonesian Trade Minister Enggartiasto Lukita has included crackers in the list of foodstuffs to be bartered for eleven Russian Sukhoi Su-35 fighter aircraft. Defence Minister Ryamizard Ryacudu has revealed details of the financial terms. “I am serious [about the crackers], because there is added value,” Mr Enggartiasto said, implying there would be additionality.