Concerns from the development in politics, government spending and capital outflow have driven Rupiah to its lowest level since the Asian financial crisis in 1998. The global uncertainties are related to the tariff policy from Trump and the geopolitical conflicts, as well as the effects of the trade war against China and several developing markets in Asia. BI has intervened the forex market to ensure controlled decline of Rupiah. BI has also kept the key interest rate at 5.75% by focusing on Rupiah stabilization while waiting for the opportunity to cut interest rate.