Politics
Dissecting the pulse of the nation’s politics, where power plays and policies collide in a fight for the future.
Next presidential election in a distance, yet the heat is on
An incident on the sidelines of the Operational Troop Roll Call and Military Honor ceremony at the Army’s Special Forces’ Training and Education Center in Batujajar, West Bandung, West Java, on August 10, 2025 has led to widespread speculation of a heated rivalry among two young political figures.
Government’s wisdom sought in responding to “One Piece” Flag controversy
House of Representatives (DPR) Speaker Puan Maharani has called on the government to exercise wisdom in responding to public criticism, as unconventional forms of protest and political satire − the latest “One Piece” Flag hoisting − continue to circulate online.
Megawati reinstates Hasto as PDI-P secretary-general
Megawati Soekarnoputri, Chairperson of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P), has reappointed Hasto Kristiyanto as the Secretary-General of the party for the 2025-2030 period.
Chances are greater for Golkar's extraordinary congress: Expert
The speculation of the organization of an extraordinary congress (Munaslub) for Golkar Party is gaining traction, with political analyst Ray Rangkuti suggesting that the chances of the Munaslub taking place currently stand at around 60:40 percent, or potentially even 70:30 percent.
Violent protest erupts in Pati over regent’s controversial remarks
A mass protest in front of the Pati regent’s office on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, involving tens of thousands of people from various community groups, turned violent as protesters demanded accountability from Regent Sadewo over remarks they deemed offensive to public aspirations.
PDI-P declares itself government balancer, rejects cabinet rumors
An official with the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) has maintained that they party would position itself as a government balancer − not an opposition force − following its recent national congress, dismissing speculations that it would join the upcoming administration by nominating ministers.
Golkar officials dismiss rumors of “internal coup” to oust Bahlil
Officials of Golkar Party have dismissed speculations that an extraordinary national congress (Munaslub) being planned to replace Bahlil Lahadalia as the party’s chairman.
BRIN researcher warns against PDI-P joining government, cites need for opposition
A political researcher with the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Lili Romli, has cautioned the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) against joining President Prabowo Subianto’s administration, suggesting that such a move could erode democratic checks and balances.
Government grants abolition for Tom Lembong, amnesty for PDI-P’s Hasto
The administration of Prabowo Subianto-Gibran Rakabuming Raka has granted abolition to former trade minister Thomas Trikasih Lembong and amnesty to Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) secretary-general Hasto Kristiyanto, as part of a broader effort to promote national unity ahead of the country’s Independence Day celebrations on August 17, 2025.
Bali event, party congress, and continuing support for Megawati: Official
An official with the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) clarifies that a recent event held in Bali is not a prelude to the upcoming 6th party congress, but a routine legislative training session (Bimtek) for party members serving in the House of Representatives (DPR) as well as lower legislative bodies (DPRD I and II).
President Prabowo reports wealth of Rp 2.06 trillion, up from 2019
President Prabowo Subianto has declared his personal wealth amounting to Rp2,062,241,012,691 (Rp2.06 trillion) in the State Officials Wealth Report (LHKPN) submitted to the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) on April 11, 2025.
Deputy ministers still hold SOE commissioner posts despite court ruling
The Constitutional Court (MK) has issued a ruling that prevents deputy ministers from holding concurrent positions, including as commissioners or directors at State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), however some deputy ministers obviously still hold concurrent positions as commissioners.