Indonesia

Citibank remains committed to its business in Indonesia despite sweeping reform measures.

Islamic banking operates with the same purpose as conventional banking except that it operates in accordance with the rules of Shari’ah, known as Fiqh al-Muamalat (Islamic rules on transactions).

Foreign banks could reel from Indonesia's new requirement to lend 20% to SMEs.

Support Japanese companies expanding in Indonesia.

Increased stability of the financial system.

It appears they're not yet ready.

Targeting Indonesia's SMEs and huge businesses.

Sell bonds to finance further lending.

Strong demand by consumers and corporations.

Level playing field with private banks.

It opens more opportunities for Indonesians.

Rules designed to protect the financial system from future shock.

Average annual growth has been 40% since 2007.

Place funds in domestic debt papers.

Rupiah and dollar-denominated bonds.

Failure to meet minimum capital requirements.