Rupiah Under Pressure, Minister Says Current Political Turmoil Differs from 1998 Crisis
Amidst domestic political turmoil causing the Rupiah's depreciation, Indonesia's Deputy Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs stated the current situation is distinct from the 1998 economic crisis, suggesting market pressure is temporary and could ease soon.
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