Policymakers in Indonesia should welcome, rather than fear, a weaker rupiah. Not only is foreign currency debt relatively low, but there is little sign that a fall in the currency is pushing up inflation. What’s more, a weaker currency should provide a boost to competitiveness by helping to offset rising costs at home.
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