#Public Affairs
KAI Commuter to purchase 16 new trains from INKA in IDR4 trillion investment
PT Kereta Commuter Indonesia (KCI) or KAI Commuter has prepared an investment of IDR 4 trillion for the procurement of 16 new trains produced by PT Industri Kereta Api (Persero) or PT INKA. This procurement will be operational in 2025-2026, according to the KAI Commuter VP Corporate Secretary Erni Sylviane Purba on Wednesday, May 3, 2023.
Rise of illegal cigarettes sparks concern among businesses in Nusa Tenggara
The circulation of illegal cigarettes has increased in Lembata Regency, East Nusa Tenggara as of May 2, 2023. The rise of illegal cigarettes has caused unrest among the public, especially cigarette businesses who are losing money.
Alleged monopolies and drug rings in Indonesian prison involving Minister’s family
During an interview in a Youtube channel, Indonesian actor Tio Pakusadewo stated that there are various monopoly practices in the management of Indonesian prisons which involve many people, including prison guards and wardens. In addition, he revealed the existence of illegal drug network transactions in prisons, and drug factories in prisons. Tio also mentioned the involvement of a minister's son in the illegal business.
Latest survey shows public's satisfaction toward Jokowi reaches 78.5 percent
The Indonesian Political Indicators survey institute released the results of a latest survey related to the performance of Preisdent Joko "Jokowi" Widodo. The survey findings noted that the total public satisfaction toward the performance of the president reached 78.5 percent, which is the highest in the past nine years.
Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) office attacked leaves two injured and perpetrator dead
The shooting incident occurred at the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) office in Central Jakarta on May 2, 2023. The perpetrator was reportedly killed, leaving two people injured.
Hot temperature in Indonesia potentially threatens food security, agriculture
Hot weather conditions in Indonesia could threaten food security and the agriculture sector, a researcher at the Center for Indonesian Policy Studies (CIPS), Mukhammad Faisol Amir, said in a statement issued on Sunday (30/4).
Workers unite on May Day 2023 to repeal Omnibus Law and fair labor treatment
The Association of Indonesian Trade Unions (ASPEK Indonesia) submitted a number of demands made by laborers during May Day 2023 in an effort to fight policies that are very detrimental to workers stipulated under the Omnibus Law.
Indonesia cooperates with Korean company for IKN housing projects
The Indonesian government will start building state civil apparatus (ASN) residences in the new Nusantara capital city (IKN) in the middle of this year.
Bali plans to impose tourist tax following recent violations
The Indonesian government has announced plans to impose a tax on foreign tourists and possibilities to disincentivize tourists from select countries. The plan comes as a response to recent violations committed by foreign tourists in Bali, Indonesia’s primary tourist destination.
Fake QRIS code, new threats to digital banking ecosystem
The recent case of fake QRIS codes installed in charity boxes presents a major hurdle amid Bank Indonesia’s efforts to develop a digital, tech-based payment system.
Firli Bahuri, chairman of KPK alleged corruption, and leaks reports received by Metro Jaya Regional Police
The Metro Jaya Regional Police received a total of 6 reports related to the Chief of the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) Firli Bahuri. Two of the reports were filed by anti-corruption organization.
China demands Indonesian state budget guarantee on high-speed train raises debt trap concerns
The Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment, Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, revealed that the China Development Bank (CDB) has asked for guarantees through the State Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APBN) to provide loans for the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed train (KCJB) project.