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Abuse of medical profession: When ethics are violated in the Treatment Room

In recent years, Indonesia’s healthcare sector has been shaken by cases of ethic and norm violations that tarnish the image of the medical profession. Ironically, the perpetrators are those who are supposed to be symbols of hope and healing: doctors. Sexual abuse cases involving medical personnel targeting patients and their families have shocked the public, traumatized the victims, and undermined public trust in healthcare services.

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Indonesia-Jordan seal agreements on agriculture, education, religion and defense

Indonesia and Jordan agreed on Monday, April 14, 2025 to set up cooperation in the agricultural sector through exchange of insights and technology transfer in a ceremony witnessed by President Prabowo Subianto and Jordan's King Abdullah II.

Investment and Risk
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Get the latest business insights and discover high-potential opportunities in emerging markets that are redefining Indonesia’s economic landscape.

PLN boosts green energy push with geothermal plant in Maluku, eyes external funding

State power utility company PT PLN has confirmed that it will open several funding sources for the construction of a geothermal power plant (PLTP) in Maluku, in accordance with the direction of the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia.

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Kebumen and Meratus Geoparks named UNESCO Global Geoparks

The UNESCO Executive Board has officially designated Indonesia’s Kebumen and Meratus Geoparks as new UNESCO Global Geoparks (UGGs) during its 221st session held in Paris from April 2 to 17, 2025. 

Indonesia defies global trend, expands captive coal power capacity

In stark contrast to the global decline in coal-fired power plant (CFPP) expansion, Indonesia has emerged as the third-largest country in terms of new coal capacity additions in 2024 − adding 1.9 gigawatts (GW), 80 percent of which comes from captive coal power plants dedicated to industrial use.

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Indonesia’s push for DME faces economic hurdles: Expert

An analyst has questioned the feasibility of President Prabowo Subianto’s instruction to the National Energy Resilience and Downstream Task Force to revive coal gasification of dimethyl ether (DME) projects in Sumatra and Kalimantan, which is aimed at reducing Indonesia’s reliance on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports is questionable.

Corporate Affairs
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Uncovers the dynamics of state-owned enterprises and corporate giants with a vibrant and insightful approach, making the corporate world both fascinating and accessible.

Pertamina may enter U.S. upstream market as Indonesia seeks to ease tariff pressures

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has opened up opportunities for State energy company PT Pertamina to open investment in the U.S. upstream oil and gas sector, an initiative meant as one way to negotiate import tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.

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Chandra Asri’s subsidiary CDI ready for IPO with Rp853 billion capital injection

A subsidiary of petrochemical company PT Chandra Asri Pacific (TPIA), Chandra Daya Investasi (CDI), reveals that it has become a public company in the Indonesia Stock Exchange's information disclosure report, indicating that the company will conduct an initial public offering (IPO).

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Algatek presents microalgae technology to capture carbon, produce green energy

Biotechnology specialist PT Algatek Karbon Nusantara introduced its latest closed-loop microalgae photobioreactor technology at the 2025 Global Hydrogen Ecosystem Summit held in Jakarta on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. 

PTBA-PGN develop coal gasification project into synthetic gas

State-owned coal miner PT Bukit Asam (PTBA) has set up a partnership with State-owned gas distributor PT Perusahaan Gas Negara (PGN) in a coal-based energy downstream project, converting coal into substitute natural gas (SNG) or synthetic gas. 

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Profiles
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Unveil the stories of influential figures transforming Indonesia’s industries, economy, and political landscape.

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    Sofyan Djalil

    Sofyan A. Djalil was born in 1953 in Aceh. Djalil is the Minister of Agrarian and Spatial Planning of Indonesia. He was a very persistent person at a young age to reach his goals, that persistence made him successful in studying at the University of Indonesia (UI). At UI, he studied Business Law and graduated in 1984. He then met his future wife, Dr. Ir. Ratna Megawangi, M.Sc. and has 3 children.

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    Siti Nurbaya Bakar

    Siti Nurbaya Bakar was born in 1956 in Jakarta to Mochamad Bakar and Sri Banon. She is the current Minister of Environment and Forestry. Her father is a retired Betawi Police officer and his mother is from Lambung. Siti is married to Rusli Rachman and has two children: Meitra Mivida NR and Ananda Tohpati.

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    Sandiaga Uno

    Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno was born in 1969 in Riau, Indonesia. Uno is the current Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy. During his childhood, he met with Erick Thohir and was in the same elementary school as a schoolmate. Sandiaga Uno was an undergraduate of Wichita State University in the United States, he graduated with a cum laude. He continued his university education in the United States at George Washington University in 1990 after receiving a paid scholarship from William Soerjadjaja and graduated with an MBA in 1992 and a GPA 4.00. 

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    Sakti Wahyu Trenggono

    Wahyu Sakti Trenggono was born in Semarang in 1962, He is the current Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries. Trenggono is a person who focuses on business development. He attended a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering at the Bandung Institute of Technology in 1986, after which he continued his Masters in Management at the Bandung Institute of Technology.

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    Ridwan Kamil

    Mohammad Ridwan Kamil called Kang Emil or Ridwan was born in Bandung in 1971. Kamil is the Governor of West Java since 2018. He is the son of a husband and wife Dr. Atje Misbach, S. H. and Dra. Tjutju Sukaesih. Ridwan is the second of five children. Ridwan has a family, he is married to Atalia Praratya Kamil and has children Camillia Laetitia Azzahra and Emmiril Khan Mumtadz.

Investigations
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Deep dives into hidden truths, exposing the scandals and secrets that shake the foundations of business and governance.

Armed separatist group claims execution of 11 Indonesian gold miners in Papua

The West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB) has claimed responsibility for the execution of 11 illegal gold miners in Yahukimo, Papua, while alleging the casualties  as soldiers disguising themselves as gold miners in a mission to infiltrate their operational areas.

Pemerintah Pulangkan 554 WNI Korban TPPO di Myanmar

More Indonesians evacuated from Myawaddy, after 400 others in 1st attempt

The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Task Force for the Protection of Indonesian Citizens Abroad, in collaboration with the Indonesian Embassies in Bangkok and Yangon, evacuated 169 more Indonesian citizens from Myawaddy, Myanmar on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.

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Indonesian Coast Guard foils smuggling of 60,000 baby lobsters

The Indonesian Coast Guard (Bakamla) intercepted an attempted smuggling of 60,000 baby lobsters in the waters near D Island, Thousands Island regency, Jakarta, on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. 

Top officials, business partners named suspects in Pertamina graft scandal

The Attorney General's Office (AGO) has named seven individuals − four are top officials within PT Pertamina Group and the other three are business partners − as suspects in a corruption case related to mismanagement of crude oil and refinery products at the State energy company, its subholdings and contractors during the 2018-2023 period.

Politics
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Dissecting the pulse of the nation’s politics, where power plays and policies collide in a fight for the future.

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President Prabowo inaugurates 31 new Indonesian ambassadors

President Prabowo Subianto has inaugurated 31 Ambassadors at the State Palace in Jakarta, Monday, March 24, 2025.

Maroef Syamsudin

Who is the New CEO of MIND ID? His Career in Freeport, brother of Indonesia's Minister of Defense

The Indonesian government has appointed Maroef Syamsudin as the new CEO of state-owned mining holding company MIND ID, replacing Hendi Prio Santoso. Lawmakers and industry experts have emphasized that the decision falls entirely under the Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN)'s authority.

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PDI-P clarifies on cadres’ presence at Regional heads retreat

The Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) has clarified that its cadres’ participation at the regional head retreat, which is currently underway at the National Military Academy in Magelang, Central Java, is still within the knowledge of party chair Megawati Soekarnoputri. 

Prabowo vows to bow out of 2029 presidential race if his performance falls short

President Prabowo Subianto says that he will not run in the 2029 presidential election if he considers his performance disappointing and that he would feel ashamed if he is unable to carry out the people's mandate.

Capitol Influence and Lobbying
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Powerful insights into the key political players pulling the strings behind government decisions and shaping the nation's future.

Indonesia, ASEAN strategize to tackle U.S. tariff hike, boost agricultural imports

Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Airlangga Hartarto, has hinted at Indonesia's strategic approach to the recent increase in U.S. tariffs under President Donald Trump’s administration, citing measures to enhance agricultural imports from the U.S. to balance the trade deficit and strengthen bilateral relations.

Indonesia eyes for negotiation, strategic adjustments against U.S. import tariff hike

Indonesia is preparing an official response to the United States' recent tariff hikes, with a focus on negotiations and strategic policy adjustments, Coordinating Minister for the Economy Airlangga Hartarto announced on Monday, April 7, 2025.

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Indonesia explores dairy industry cooperation with Estonia

Foreign Minister Sugiono has expressed Indonesia’s interest in exploring potential cooperation opportunities in the dairy industry with Estonia. 

FM Sugiono discusses strengthened bilateral cooperation with Russian Ambassador

Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono met with Russian Ambassador Sergei G. Tolchenov in Jakarta on March 27, 2025, discussing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations. 

Geopolitics and Diplomacy
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Explore the global forces shaking the world and their ripple effects on Indonesia’s destiny.

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Indonesia-Jordan seal agreements on agriculture, education, religion and defense

Indonesia and Jordan agreed on Monday, April 14, 2025 to set up cooperation in the agricultural sector through exchange of insights and technology transfer in a ceremony witnessed by President Prabowo Subianto and Jordan's King Abdullah II.

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Indonesia targets finalization of Eurasia FTA deal by mid-2025

Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Airlangga Hartarto, reveals that the government is targeting the completion of free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with countries in the Eurasian region in the first half of this year, an initiative expected to be a new opportunity for exports amid the global trade war.

Indonesia prepares for high-level tariff talks with U.S. on trade, investment

The government has prepared for tariff negotiations with the U.S. as a delegation from Indonesia consisting of ministers and high-ranking officials will meet with U.S. representatives to discuss the issue on April 16-23, 2025.

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Indonesia-Qatar launch US$2 billion join investment fund to boost key sectors

Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at the Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Management Agency (BPI Danantara), Pandu Sjahrir, has revealed of Qatar and Danantara's investment plan worth US$2 billion (Rp33.4 trillion).

National Resilience
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The nation’s ability to manage and recover from challenges is evaluated through its strategies in food security, defense, and energy preparedness. This section assesses Indonesia’s effectiveness in tackling crises and ensuring national resilience.

Food Sustainability
Commodity

1 Government affirms import deregulation remains measurable

Infrastructure

2 Prabowo assigns AHY to lead new authority body for “Giant Sea Wall” development

Government
Economic Diplomacy
National Resilience
GDP

3 Govt, economists confident on RI’s economic resilience amidst global uncertainty

Papua
TPNPB
TNI
Armed separatist group

4 Armed separatist group claims execution of 11 Indonesian gold miners in Papua

Voices and Media
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Immersive storytelling and conversations that bring the most critical topics to life through multimedia experiences.

Cyber and Espionage
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Step into the shadowy world of cyber threats, espionage, and national security in the digital age.

Financial Crimes
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A chilling look into the underworld of corruption, illicit wealth, and shadow economies.

Hidden Truths
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Expose the hidden realities and untold stories that reveal the deep-rooted, shadowy forces shaping Indonesia’s narrative.

Society, Environment & Culture
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Unravel the intricate threads of justice, societal transformation, and cultural narratives shaping Indonesian society.

Energy and Resources
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Escape into the world of indulgence, from serene getaways to the cultural riches that refresh the soul.

PLN boosts green energy push with geothermal plant in Maluku, eyes external funding

State power utility company PT PLN has confirmed that it will open several funding sources for the construction of a geothermal power plant (PLTP) in Maluku, in accordance with the direction of the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia.

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