Politics
Dissecting the pulse of the nation’s politics, where power plays and policies collide in a fight for the future.
GAPKI rejects EU Deforestation Regulation to align with local palm oil industry
The Indonesian Palm Oil Entrepreneurs Association (GAPKI) aligns with the government's firm rejection of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).
Indonesia- Sweden Agreed to Cooperate in Four Sectors
Indonesia and Sweden government have agreed to cooperate in four sectors as part of Sweden-Indonesia's Sustainability Partnership. The four sectors are transportation, energy, health care sector and mining industry.
Alleged human trafficking network involved in Rohingya refugee crisis in Indonesia
Mahfud Md, Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs, revealed that there are internal parties in Indonesia suspected of engaging in human trafficking related to the arrival of Rohingya refugees in the country.
President Joko Widodo plans to add 20 more visa-free countries to boost tourism revenue
President Joko 'Jokowi' Widodo is considering adding 20 more countries to the list of visa-free entry nations to Indonesia. This decision aims to achieve the country's tourism revenue target of IDR 200 trillion for the upcoming year.
APINDO provides government with economic data following boycott on allegedly Israel-affiliated products
The Indonesian Employers Association (Apindo) has submitted data to the government outlining the economic impact of the boycott on products suspected of having affiliations with Israel. The report contains information on the conditions of companies affected by the boycott.
The Attorney General's Office (Kejaksaan Agung) questions the Secretary of the Karawang Regency
The Attorney General's Office questioned Acep Jamhuri, Secretary of Karawang Regency, in a corruption case tied to Army Housing Mandatory Savings (TWP AD) for 2019-2020. The inquiry involves land procurement for TWP AD housing by suspect TN.
Lack of investment interest in President Joko Widodo's Nusantara capital project raises criticism and gained much spotlight
The $30 billion legacy initiative in East Kalimantan faces uncertainty due to the revelation that several foreign investment commitments have not materialized, sparking speculation about overseas skepticism.
PLN Secures 4 Strategic Collaborations to Accelerate Energy Transition at COP 28
PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) has successfully secured four significant agreements aimed at expediting the incorporation of renewable energy sources during the United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP 28, held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates over the past weekend.
Waskita's delisting by Indonesia Stock Exchange might affect investors
PT Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI) recently announced PT Waskita Karya Tbk (WSKT) to be removed from the stock exchange or delisted which has a direct impact on investors.
The National Council of Special Economic Zones approves the establishment of three new Special Economic Zones
The National Council of Special Economic Zones (SEZ) has given the green light for the creation of three new SEZs—Setangga, Tanjung Sauh, and Nipa, in an effort to boost economic development.
ASEAN's urgent call for a green transportation revolution as a road to sustainability
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) spans an incredibly diverse geography, covering approximately 4.5 million square kilometers, making it one of the world's largest regional organizations in terms of landmass.
The Indonesian government call for caution, transparency, and safety in developing nuclear power plants
The government is advised to exercise caution in developing nuclear power plants (NPPs) as their development poses various risks that require careful consideration.