#Politic & Social
Bahlil welcomes Muhammadiyah’s decision to accept mining concession
Minister of Investment /Head of Investment Coordinating Board (HKPM), Bahlil Lahadalia, welcomes the decision by Muhammadiyah to receive government's offer of coal mining concession.
Indonesia's OECD accession, a strategic move with complex implications: Celios
As Indonesia progresses towards joining the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), experts weigh the potential benefits and drawbacks of this decision, highlighting the strategic considerations and economic impacts.
Online gambling transactions in Indonesia projected to reach Rp900 T this year: PPATK
The Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center (PPATK) has projected that online gambling transactions in the country could reach Rp900 trillion (US$55.2 billion) by the end of this year if no preventive measures are taken.
Celios: Indonesia needs Rp892 trillion by 2045 for restorative economy initiatives
The Center for Economic and Law Studies (Celios) has suggested that Indonesia requires at least Rp892.1 trillion (US$54.7 billion) by 2045 to implement a restorative economic strategy across various sectors.
Indonesia's potential OECD membership: Opportunities and challenges
A recent study by the International NGO Forum on Indonesian Development (INFID) highlights potential challenges towards membership in the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), including increased trade liberalization and the risk of remaining a raw material exporter, should Indonesia join the global economic organization.
Amnesty International: Indonesian Police acquires Israeli spyware through Singapore broker
Amnesty International Indonesia, part of the global human rights campaign organization Amnesty International, has revealed that the Indonesian National Police (Polri) had acquired Israel-made spyware via a Singaporean brokerage firm.
IISIA supports government construction projects amid Prabowo’s presidency
The Indonesian Iron and Steel Industry Association (IISIA) has declared its readiness to support upcoming government construction projects under President-elect Prabowo Subianto’s administration, which is likely to continue the development of the Nusantara Capital City (IKN) and build three million housing units annually.
Prabowo Subianto's Nephew Appointed New Deputy Minister of Finance, Along with Two Others
President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo on Thursday, July 18, 2024, installed three deputy Cabinet ministers − Thomas Djiwandono, Sudaryono and Yuliot Tanjung − only three months before the end of his second term of presidency.
House plans to revive the Supreme Advisory Council
The House of Representatives (DPR) has planned to revive the New Order-era Supreme Advisory Council (DPA) through a revision of Law Number 19/2016 on the Presidential Advisory Council (Wantimpres).
OJK supports Muhammadiyah’s move to establish, acquire Islamic Bank
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) has given the green light to the Muhammadiyah Muslim organization to establish or acquire an Islamic bank in Indonesia, citing the authority’s objective of fostering the growth of a robust and competitive Islamic banking industry.
Uncertainty surrounds capital’s move to IKN as Independence Day celebration nears
With the 79th Indonesia Independence Day celebration approaching in a month, rumors have emerged regarding President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo's potential delay in relocating his office to the new capital city, Nusantara (IKN).
Golkar nominates Jusuf Hamka to partner with Kaesang in Jakarta election
Golkar Party has named businessman Jusuf Hamka, also known as Babah Alun, as their candidate for Deputy Jakarta Governorship, alongside Kaesang Pangarep, Chairman of the Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI), in the upcoming Jakarta gubernatorial election.