TikTok Halts E-Commerce Operations in Indonesia to Comply With New Regulations

The Indonesian government’s decision to enforce these regulations is rooted in the aim to protect local physical and online retailers. Indonesia’s trade minister, Zulkifli Hasan, emphasised that e-commerce must be distinct from social media platforms, giving a one-week ultimatum to social media companies to comply with the new rules or face the risk of losing their licence to operate in the country.