Politics
Dissecting the pulse of the nation’s politics, where power plays and policies collide in a fight for the future.
Foreign companies under scrutiny for worsening air quality in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore
Several foreign companies are being scrutinized as potential contributors to deteriorating air quality in various regions of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore.
Ministry of Communication and Informatics admits need of more comprehensive regulation in the field of AI
The Indonesian had initiated the development of the artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem since 2020. However, the Ministry of Communication and Informatics believed that more comprehensive regulations in the field of AI are necessary.
Toll road tycoon Jusuf Hamka considers construction cost increase in Cisumdawu toll road not a significant issue
Jusuf Hamka, the owner of PT Citra Marga Nusaphala Persada Tbk (CMNP), stated that the construction cost of the Cileunyi-Sumedang-Dawuan (Cisumdawu) Toll Road has increased from IDR 8 trillion to IDR 11 trillion.
Jokowi completes 170 strategic projects during office term, minister says
During his term as President, Joko Widodo has successfully completed 170 National Strategic Projects (PSN).
President Jokowi tightens import restrictions electronics and textiles, and 9 other key commodities
President Joko 'Jokowi' Widodo, has announced significant restrictions on the importation of 9 (nine) specific commodity categories. This strategic decision was reached during a closed-door meeting led by President Jokowi on Monday, October 9, 2023.
KPPU investigates suspected interest rate-fixing practice in online lending sector
The Business Competition Supervisory Commission (KPPU) has initiated an investigation into allegations interest rates fixing practicing on loans provided by online lenders to borrowers.
President Jokowi injects IDR 3.3 trillion to Pertamina as additional capital
President Jokowi has decided to allocate IDR 3.3 trillion to PT Pertamina (Persero) as additional capital. This injection of additional capital is stipulated in Government Regulation No. 48 of 2023 concerning the augmentation of the Republic of Indonesia's State Equity Participation in PT Pertamina's Share Capital (GR 48/2023).
Indonesian Armed Forces enhances defense capabilities with new planes, boats, tank and aircraft
The Indonesian National Armed Forces (Tentara Nasional Indonesia or TNI) celebrated its 78th anniversary on October 5, 2023. Over the years, the TNI has been a stalwart guardian of the nation, continually strengthening itself with various state-of-the-art weapon systems.
DEFEND ID deny allegations of weapons sales to Myanmar military
In response to recent allegations selling weapons to the Myanmar military, the Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises (Kementerian BUMN) and DEFEND ID have both vehemently denied any involvement in such activities.
New revision on IKN Law pave way for autocratic legalism, expert says
Legal expert of constitutional law, Herdiansyah Hamzah, expressed his strong criticism towards the inclusion of the "sweeping clause" in the amendments to the Capital City Law (IKN). This sweeping clause is seen as a shield for several provisions in the IKN Law that contradict other existing laws.
Minister Syahrul Yasin Limpo went missing during European trip, his current whereabouts unknown
Indonesia has been left in the dark regarding the whereabouts of Syahrul Yasin Limpo (SYL), Agriculture Minister, who embarked on an official visit to Europe. The Ministry of Agriculture confirmed the loss of contact with Minister Syahrul during his visit, which was meant to strengthen diplomatic and agricultural ties with European countries.
Carbon market sees no transaction since first day of inception
One week since its inception on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, the carbon market is yet to see any changes in the value of carbon trading.