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Expert suggests emissions trading for transport sector, MRT as key opportunity
The expansion of mass rapid transit (MRT) and public transportation systems in Indonesia presents a crucial opportunity to reduce carbon emissions and should involve formal emissions trading system (ETS) in its implementation, an expert at the Indonesian Business Council (IBC) says.
House Commission chair: Criminal Code Procedure bill not to weaken KPK
Chairman of Commission III of the House of Representatives (DPR), Habiburokhman, has ensured that the Draft Criminal Code Procedure Code (RUU KUHAP) would not weaken the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK).
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.
House criticizes Danantara’s project management, warns of strategic, fiscal risks
Trade and SOEs Commission VI of the House of Representatives raises concerns over the effectiveness of Danantara, a newly formed state-owned investment holding, in managing key national projects as the majority of its 21 priority projects remain entangled in financial, structural and business model issues that undermine its vision of stabilizing and optimizing state-owned assets.
Finance minister defends fluctuating education budget allocation amid criticism
Minister of Finance Sri Mulyani Indrawati defended the government’s handling of the education budget amid criticism that its realization has consistently fallen short of the constitutionally mandated 20 percent of total state expenditure.
Thousands of “Ojol” drivers rally at Presidential Palace, seek lower commission fees
Tens of thousands of online motorcycle taxi (ojek online or ojol) drivers rallied in front of the Presidential Palace in Central Jakarta on Monday, July 21, 2025, demanding the government reduce commission fees charged by app-based ride-hailing companies and enact stronger regulations to protect drivers' rights.
Mt Rinjani trail closure sparks renewed call for safer, smarter mountain tourism
The authorities’ move to temporarily close a major hiking route on Mount Rinjani in Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, following two back-to-back accidents involving foreign tourists has ignited broader discussion on mountain tourism safety, with experts emphasizing the urgent need for reform in high-risk ecotourism management.
House targets new oil and gas law in 2026, eyes major overhaul
The House of Representatives (DPR) will open the door to drafting a new Oil and Gas Law (UU Migas) in 2026 only upon the completion of deliberations on the New and Renewable Energy (EBT) Bill and the Electricity Bill, said Eddy Soeparno, Member of Commission VII and Deputy Speaker of the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR).
Indonesia pushes for global palm oil standards to counter EU Deforestation Law
Deputy Foreign Minister Arif Havas Oegroseno has announced that Indonesia, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, is preparing a global standard for palm oil management and trade, aimed at countering the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which poses challenges for small-scale farmers in Indonesia − particularly those in palm oil, rubber, cocoa, and coffee sectors.
Finance ministry seeks Rp52 trillion budget for 2026 despite prior cuts
Finance Minister, Sri Mulyani Indrawati, has proposed an expanded budget of Rp52.02 trillion (US$3.21 billion) for the 2026 fiscal year, marking an increase of Rp4.88 trillion (US$301.2 million) from the initial indicative ceiling of Rp47.13 trillion (US$2.91 billion).
Lawmakers urge investment diplomacy as Trump slaps 32 percent tariffs on RI goods
The House of Representatives (DPR) has responded to U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 32 percent import tariff on Indonesian products by urging the government to pursue strategic investment diplomacy, particularly by offering to establish manufacturing operations within the United States.
Indonesia's CCS-CCUS potential among Asia’s largest: Experts
Indonesia holds substantial potential for implementing carbon capture and storage (CCS) and carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies, especially in terms of its carbon storage capacity, says Diofanny Swandrina Putri, Director of the Indonesia and Regional CCS Strategic Initiative at the Indonesia CCS Center.