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Indonesia prepares peacekeeping troops as Gaza truce talks enter security phase
Amid ceasefire efforts between Hamas and Israel, discussions on a long-term peace framework have entered a crucial phase − the potential deployment of international peacekeeping forces to stabilize Gaza.
Government lifts temporary ban on TikTok after data compliance
The Ministry of Communication and Digital Application (Komdigi) has lifted the temporary suspension of TikTok Pte. Ltd.’s electronic system operator license (TDPSE), after the social media giant complied with the government’s data disclosure request related to live-streaming monetization activities.
Akamai strengthens commitment to Indonesia’s digital transformation
U.S.-based cybersecurity and cloud company Akamai Technologies has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Indonesia’s digital transformation through a range of solutions, particularly in cybersecurity, as cyberattacks increasingly threaten rapid adoption of business digitization.
Government pledges positive response to public demands: Yusril
The government has vowed to respond positively to demands raised during mass demonstrations in late August 2025, although not all of them can be fulfilled immediately, Coordinating Minister for Law, Human Rights, Immigration, and Correctional Institutions, Yusril Ihza Mahendra, said on Monday, September 8, 2025.
Indonesia faces leaderless state as riots paralyze police: Analyst
The recent wave of riots across Indonesia signals a breakdown of state authority, with the National Police (Polri) described as “paralyzed” and the government failing to exercise leadership, according to an analyst at the Singapore-based ISEAS–Yusof Ishak Institute.
Prabowo warns of treason, terrorism risks in the wake of violent protests
President Prabowo Subianto on Sunday, August 31, 2025, raised concerns over what he described as “indications of treason and terrorism” emerging from the violent wave of protests that have gripped Jakarta and a number of cities across the country in recent days.
Prabowo orders TNI, police to act firmly in safeguarding national security
President Prabowo Subianto convened a Cabinet meeting at the State Palace on Sunday, August 31, 2025, focusing on the country’s escalating security situation amid days of unrest in Jakarta and a number of cities across the country.
AI ethical and data security issues, a highlight in LeadX 2025
Industry leaders have noted the inseparable consequencies of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into business operations and its ethical and data security implications during the LeadX 2025 technology conference held in Jakarta on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
Formalization of ASEAN Coast Guard Forum as official structure within ASEAN
Head of the Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (Bakamla), Rear Admiral Irvansyah, met with ASEAN Secretary-General, Kao Kim Hourn, on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, discussing measures to formalize the ASEAN Coast Guard Forum (ACF) as an official institutional structure within the Southeast Asian regional bloc.
Türkiye to supply key combat systems for Indonesia’s Merah Putih-class frigates
Türkiye’s top defense firms − Aselsan, Havelsan, and Roketsan − have secured major roles in equipping Indonesia’s next-generation Merah Putih-class frigates, strengthening bilateral defense ties and advancing Indonesia’s naval modernization, as reported by Naval News.
Bakamla foils smuggling of subsidized rice, sugar from Malaysia
The Indonesian Maritime Security Agency has intercepted an attempt to smuggle hundreds of sacks of subsidized rice and sugar from Malaysia into Tarakan waters, North Kalimantan.
President Prabowo plans to build island prison for corruptors
President Prabowo Subianto has revealed his intention to build a prison for corruptors, which will be built on an isolated island.