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Dissecting the pulse of the nation’s politics, where power plays and policies collide in a fight for the future.
Airlangga says meeting with Bahlil unpolitical
Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Airlangga Hartarto, has clarified that his meeting with Minister of Investment/Head of the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), Bahlil Lahadalia, was purely focused on future investment strategies and not related to political matters.
PLN ensures reliable electricity supply for anode battery factory in Kendal SEZ
Indonesia power utility PT PLN is committed to providing reliable electricity for the operation of the lithium anode battery factory in the Kendal Special Economic Zone (SEZ), Central Java, which was recently inaugurated by President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo.
Indonesia lagging behind in solar power development: IESR
The Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) has highlighted that Indonesia is significantly behind other Southeast Asian nations in solar power development, despite recent improvements driven by foreign investments.
President Jokowi mulls over cabinet reshuffle, four ministers targeted
President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo is reportedly planning another cabinet reshuffle in the near future, with four key ministers likely to be replaced as part of the measures aimed at enhancing the government's performance during the final months of his administration.
Government realizes 26.4 percent budget realization for IKN development
The Indonesian government has realized Rp11.2 trillion of the allocated budget for the development of the Nusantara Capital City (IKN) as of July 2024, marking 26.4 percent of the total budget allocation of Rp42.5 trillion (US$2.7 billion) for the year.
Foreign ministry-UNIDO collaborate on IKN development strategy
The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in cooperation with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), held a workshop in Jakarta on Monday, August 12, 2024, aimed at garnering and sharing ideas for green, smart and sustainable development of Indonesia’s new capital city Nusantara (IKN).
U.S. military equipment, system arrive for Super Garuda Shield 2024
The United States Armed Forces have sent their main armament system and equipment that will be used in the 2024 Super Garuda Shield joint multinational military exercise, scheduled for August 26-September 5, 2024.
Indonesia, a major market for building materials: Kohler Indonesia GM
Indonesia is recognized as a significant market for building materials, with the industry showing strong growth potential, says Kohler Indonesia GM.
Balikpapan refinery project targets full operation by 2025 amid challenges
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has announced that the Balikpapan Refinery Development Master Plan (RDMP) project is slated to be fully operational by 2025.
Twenty-eight companies ready for IPO, raising over Rp5 trillion: IDX
The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) has reported that 28 companies are planning to launch initial public offerings (IPOs) in the near future, including four large-scale companies with assets exceeding Rp250 billion (US$15.7 million).
Tuban refinery project stalled by Geopolitical issues: ESDM minister
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has reported that the progress of the Grass Root Refinery (GRR) project, commonly known as the Tuban Refinery, is currently hindered by geopolitical challenges.
ExxonMobil to conduct joint study for oil and gas exploration in Indonesia: Arifin
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Arifin Tasrif, has announced that ExxonMobil is planning to conduct a joint study to explore potential oil and gas reserves in Indonesia.