Six countries express interests in building nuclear power plants in Indonesia
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has reported growing international interests in supporting Indonesia’s nuclear energy ambitions.
AGO investigates alleged corruption in bank loan disbursements to Sritex
The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has launched a preliminary investigation into suspected corruption surrounding bank loan disbursements to textile giant PT Sri Rejeki Isman (Sritex) that was declared bankrupt in October 2024.
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Phytosanitary, import duty issues threaten MSME exports
The phytosanitary policy imposed by the Quarantine and Customs Office is considered sudden and not well socialized to exporters as it has hampered delivery of export goods, resulting in the accumulation of containers at ports and airports.
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Over a thousand communities affected as oil palm conflicts escalate: Sawit Watch
Agrarian conflicts tied to palm oil plantations are intensifying across Indonesia, with Sawit Watch recording at least 1,126 communities involved in disputes with more than 385 oil palm in 22 provinces.
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PGE bosts revenue of US$101.51 million in Q1 2025
State-owned geothermal company PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGE) booked strong performance in the first quarter of 2025, posting revenues of US$101.51 million as of March 31, 2025.
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LG maintains commitment to Indonesian battery investment
Despite initial setbacks, LG remains strongly committed to its investment in Indonesia’s electric vehicle (EV) battery ecosystem, said Investment and Downstreaming Minister Rosan P. Roeslani on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
AI in mining could unlock US$308 B potential for Indonesia, says Deputy Minister
The use of artificial intelligence or AI technology in the mining industry is estimated to add an economic potential of US$308 billion (Rp5,200 trillion, said Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Application Nezar Patria.
Danantara opens investment doors for regional pensiun funds
Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of the Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Management Agency (BP Danantara), Pandu Sjahrir, reveals that agency provides investment opportunities to regional companies that manage pension funds.
Danantara to prioritize investment in 9 key sectors, boost RI's economic edge: CIO
Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of the Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Management Agency (BPI Danantara), Pandu Patria Sjahrir, said that there are 9 sectors that will be the agency’s investment priorities.
Corporate Affairs
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Sun Energy launches ESG education initiative to support green energy transition
Sun Energy, a solar energy developer, launched its social pillar-focused ESG initiative on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, with a nationwide educational program titled SUN RISE (SUN Renewable Insight & Solar Expertise).
PGE bosts revenue of US$101.51 million in Q1 2025
State-owned geothermal company PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGE) booked strong performance in the first quarter of 2025, posting revenues of US$101.51 million as of March 31, 2025.
Indorama to invest in U.S. blue ammonia project to counter tariffs, expand portfolio
Coordinating Minister for the Economy Airlangga Hartarto reveals that Indonesia’s Indorama Corporation is set to invest US$2 billion (Rp34 trillion) in the United States to develop a blue ammonia project in Louisiana, a move part of the company’s global expansion strategy and a response to increasing U.S. trade barriers.
Huayou plans US$20 B expansion for RI’s EV ecosystem, industrial clusters
Chinese mining and battery materials company Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt Co Ltd is preparing to expand its investment in Indonesia by a staggering US$20 billion (Rp335 trillion), according to Minister of Investment and Head of the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), Rosan P. Roeslani.
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Profiles
Unveil the stories of influential figures transforming Indonesia’s industries, economy, and political landscape.
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Sofyan Djalil
Sofyan A. Djalil was born in 1953 in Aceh. Djalil is the Minister of Agrarian and Spatial Planning of Indonesia. He was a very persistent person at a young age to reach his goals, that persistence made him successful in studying at the University of Indonesia (UI). At UI, he studied Business Law and graduated in 1984. He then met his future wife, Dr. Ir. Ratna Megawangi, M.Sc. and has 3 children.
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Siti Nurbaya Bakar
Siti Nurbaya Bakar was born in 1956 in Jakarta to Mochamad Bakar and Sri Banon. She is the current Minister of Environment and Forestry. Her father is a retired Betawi Police officer and his mother is from Lambung. Siti is married to Rusli Rachman and has two children: Meitra Mivida NR and Ananda Tohpati.
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Sandiaga Uno
Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno was born in 1969 in Riau, Indonesia. Uno is the current Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy. During his childhood, he met with Erick Thohir and was in the same elementary school as a schoolmate. Sandiaga Uno was an undergraduate of Wichita State University in the United States, he graduated with a cum laude. He continued his university education in the United States at George Washington University in 1990 after receiving a paid scholarship from William Soerjadjaja and graduated with an MBA in 1992 and a GPA 4.00.
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Sakti Wahyu Trenggono
Wahyu Sakti Trenggono was born in Semarang in 1962, He is the current Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries. Trenggono is a person who focuses on business development. He attended a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering at the Bandung Institute of Technology in 1986, after which he continued his Masters in Management at the Bandung Institute of Technology.
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Ridwan Kamil
Mohammad Ridwan Kamil called Kang Emil or Ridwan was born in Bandung in 1971. Kamil is the Governor of West Java since 2018. He is the son of a husband and wife Dr. Atje Misbach, S. H. and Dra. Tjutju Sukaesih. Ridwan is the second of five children. Ridwan has a family, he is married to Atalia Praratya Kamil and has children Camillia Laetitia Azzahra and Emmiril Khan Mumtadz.
Investigations
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Bakamla foils tin ore smuggling attempt in Lingga Islands waters
The Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (Bakamla) has intercepted a wooden vessel suspected of smuggling tin ore without proper documentation in the northern waters of the Karimata Strait, near Lingga Island, Riau Islands Province, on Friday, April 25, 2025.
Armed separatist group claims execution of 11 Indonesian gold miners in Papua
The West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB) has claimed responsibility for the execution of 11 illegal gold miners in Yahukimo, Papua, while alleging the casualties as soldiers disguising themselves as gold miners in a mission to infiltrate their operational areas.
More Indonesians evacuated from Myawaddy, after 400 others in 1st attempt
The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Task Force for the Protection of Indonesian Citizens Abroad, in collaboration with the Indonesian Embassies in Bangkok and Yangon, evacuated 169 more Indonesian citizens from Myawaddy, Myanmar on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.
Indonesian Coast Guard foils smuggling of 60,000 baby lobsters
The Indonesian Coast Guard (Bakamla) intercepted an attempted smuggling of 60,000 baby lobsters in the waters near D Island, Thousands Island regency, Jakarta, on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.
Politics
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Hasan Nasbi resigns as presidential communication chief amid public scrutiny
Hasan Nasbi has officially resigned from his position as Head of the Presidential Communication Office (PCO), ending his eight-month tenure as the government’s chief communicator.
Muhaimin criticizes PAN’s early endorsement for Prabowo in 2029 election
Chairman of the National Awakening Party (PKB) Muhaimin Iskandar considers the statement by the Chairman of the National Mandate Party (PAN) Zulkifli Hasan who publicly announced his party’s support for reelection bid of President Prabowo Subianto in the 2029 election as too hasty.
PDI-P executive board yet to decide on timing of party congress: Spokesman
Spokesman of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P), Mohamad Guntur Romli, says that the party has yet to decide on the date for its national congress, dismissing speculations that it will be postponed to a latter time.
PAN eyes VP slot in 2029 general election, reaffirming support for Prabowo
Chairman of the National Mandate Party (PAN), Zulkifli Hasan, has announced that the party is open to the possibility of nominating a party cadre as a vice presidential candidate in the 2029 presidential-vice presidential election.
Capitol Influence and Lobbying
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RI engages U.S. on multilateralism, WTO reform at G20 and IMF Spring meetings
Indonesia emphasized the importance of continued U.S. engagement in multilateral institutions and fair global trade during recent high-level meetings on the sidelines of the G20 and the IMF Spring Meetings, Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati said.
U.S. appreciates Indonesia’s trade initiatives, reforms: Airlangga
Coordinating Minister for the Economy, , says the United States appreciates Indonesia’s trade initiatives and proposed reforms efforts that will expectedly open the door for deeper bilateral engagement in the wake of President Donal J. Trump’s retaliatory trade policies against its trading partner countries, including Indonesia, released earlier this month.
Rosan confirms battery project continues with new partner after LG exit
Minister of Investment and Downstream/Head of the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), Rosan P. Roeslani, says that Indonesia’s electric vehicle (EV) battery ecosystem project will continue with a new partner following the decision by South Korea’s LG Energy Solution to partially withdraw its US$9.8 billion investment in the project.
Economists praise Indonesia’s trade talks with U.S.
Indonesia’s recent negotiations with the United States are seen as a strategic move aimed at safeguarding national economic interests rather than signaling a geopolitical shift away from China, said Fithra Faisal Hastiadi, Chief Economist at Samuel Sekuritas Indonesia.
Geopolitics and Diplomacy
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Prabowo prioritizes evacuation of Palestinian medical, education workers from Gaza
President Prabowo Subianto has announced that Indonesia will prioritize the evacuation of Palestinian medical personnel and educators affected by the armed conflict in Gaza as part of a broader plan to temporarily bring 1,000 Palestinians to Indonesia for humanitarian assistance and recovery purposes.
Prabowo welcomes US$1.7 B investment boost from South Korean firms
President Prabowo Subianto met with a high-level delegation from the Federation of Korean Industries (FKI) at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on Monday, April 28, 2025, which ended with a commitment of the federation to inject an additional US$1.7 billion (Rp28.6 trillion) into various strategic projects across the country.
Indonesia asks IMF to reinforce global trade amid rising tensions
Governor of the Indonesian Central Bank (BI) Perry Warjiyo has called for a stronger role by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in safeguarding global economic stability in the face of rising trade tensions and protectionist policies, particularly from major economies such as the United States.
No Indonesian victims in Iran port explosion: FM Spokesman
Indonesian Foreign Ministry spokesman Rolliansyah Soemirat has confirmed that there were no Indonesian citizens among victims of a deadly explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, Iran, on Friday, April 26, 2025.
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The nation’s ability to manage and recover from challenges is evaluated through its strategies in food security, defense, and energy preparedness. This section assesses Indonesia’s effectiveness in tackling crises and ensuring national resilience.
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Voices and Media
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Cyber and Espionage
Step into the shadowy world of cyber threats, espionage, and national security in the digital age.
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Cikarang Data Center highlights deepening France-Indonesia digital partnership
French Minister of Foreign Trade Laurent Saint-Martin met with Indonesian Minister of Communication and Digital Application Meutya Hafid on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, , discussing progress update of the National Data Center (PDN-1).
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Indonesia-China strengthen digital ties, eye AI innovation hub in ASEAN
The Ministry of Communication and Digital Application (Komdigi) is reviewing cooperation in building a joint Artificial Intelligence (AI) center in ASEAN along with China, considered to be the largest in terms of cooperation in developing digital infrastructure.
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Indonesia participates in AIAS summit 2025 in France
Meutya V. Hafid, Minister of Communication and Digital Application (Komdigi), representing President Prabowo Subianto, is attending the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit (AIAS) Meeting in Paris, France on Monday, February 10-11, 2025.
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Indonesian banks on alert as hacker bjorka reappears with fresh ransomware attacks
Hacker Bjorka, who shook Indonesia in 2022 and 2023 when the nation had yet to completely free from the Covid 19 pandemic, now returns with an X account revealing that several private and state-owned banks in Indonesia, such as BCA, BNI, BSI, Bank Mandiri and the Central Bank (BI) will be the next targets of ransomware hacker groups.
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Indonesia-India strengthens cooperation on AI, IoT, digital infrastructure development
The Indonesian and Indian governments have formalized cooperation in the digital sector through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) and the Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
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Komdigi-BPPIK team up to eradicate online gambling, focus on IT governance and HR
Minister of Communication and Digital Application (Komdigi) met with Head of the Special Investigation and Development Control Agency (BPPIK) on Thursday, January 9, 2025, discussing the eradication of online gambling, with focus on improving information technology (IT), IT governance, and improving human resources (HR).
Financial Crimes
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AGO investigates alleged corruption in bank loan disbursements to Sritex
The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has launched a preliminary investigation into suspected corruption surrounding bank loan disbursements to textile giant PT Sri Rejeki Isman (Sritex) that was declared bankrupt in October 2024.
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Bakamla foils tin ore smuggling attempt in Lingga Islands waters
The Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (Bakamla) has intercepted a wooden vessel suspected of smuggling tin ore without proper documentation in the northern waters of the Karimata Strait, near Lingga Island, Riau Islands Province, on Friday, April 25, 2025.
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JAK TV news director named suspect in alleged plot to undermine AGO
JAK TV News Director, Tian Bahtiar (TB), has been named a suspect by the Attorney General's Office (AGO) for allegedly receiving money in return for producing and publishing negative news content about the AGO through social and online media platforms and JAK TV.
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Amran cracks down on corruption linked to Rp5 billion fictitious project
Minister of Agriculture Andi Amran Sulaiman has confirmed the legal process against an agricultural observer allegedly involved in a fictitious project that cost the state Rp5 billion (US$300,000).
Society, Environment & Culture
Unravel the intricate threads of justice, societal transformation, and cultural narratives shaping Indonesian society.
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Radio broadcasting revisited − awaiting law ratification
Indonesia is awaiting the ratification of the revised Broadcasting Law, an important milestone in transforming the national media ecosystem, with crucial change being the legitimacy of State-run radio station RRI as the first national digital radio broadcaster to broadcast free-to-air.
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Police fire tear gas as locals protest against mining in East Halmahera
Tensions escalated on Monday, April 28, 2025, when police forces fired tear gas at some 300 residents of Wayamli and Yawanli villages in East Halmahera who were marching to protest against mining activities by PT Sambaki Tambang Sentosa (STS) on their customary lands.
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GKP pays over US$7 million in tax, non-tax contribution since 2007
In conjunction with Southeast Sulawesi Province’s 61st anniversary celebration, PT Gema Kreasi Perdana (GKP) reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable regional development by contributing more than US$7.25 million to the state through taxes and non-tax revenues (PNBP) since the issuance of its mining permit in 2007.
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Government appoints state-owned banks and ministries to implement coal collect-channel scheme, bringing hope to coal companies
The government is appointing state-owned banks and ministries to implement and manage the collect-channel scheme in coal management in the country, for export as well as the domestic market obligation (DMO).
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Bahlil defends substance of revised Mining Law
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia has defended the revised Mining Law recenty ratified by the House of Representatives (DPR).
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New investment in domestic EV battery production to boost Indonesia's economy
Investment totaling IDR 134.7 trillion will be directed towards the production of electric vehicle (EV) batteries within the country, according to Minister of Investment Bahlil Lahadalia.
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MIND ID enhances renewable energy consumption to 18.25 gigajoules in 2023
MIND ID, Indonesia's state-owned mining holding company, has reported a significant increase in its renewable energy consumption to 18.25 Gigajoules (GJ), equivalent to 5,068 Gigawatt hours (GWh) in 2023, reflecting a 6.55 percent rise compared to the previous year.
