Global message: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres addresses the audience on Feb. 23 at the opening of the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council at the UN office in Geneva.`

The next UN chief must rebuild, reconcile and heal

As the United Nations prepares to choose its next leader, the selection must not be treated as a routine bureaucratic appointment. For Indonesia and the broader Global South, the stakes demand a courageous diplomat who will transform the office into a shield for the many, rather than a tool of convenience for the powerful.

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Why clarity of mind is the rarest strategic resource

In an era obsessed with corporate speed and agility, the ultimate competitive advantage for businesses navigating Indonesia's volatile landscape is not how quickly they can change, but how clearly they know what must never change.

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Analysis: Pertamax price hike highlights Indonesia’s costly fuel subsidies

The government has finally green-lit the price increase for Pertamax, the widely used nonsubsidized gasoline with research octane number (RON) 92, after months of attempting to shield consumers from rising global oil prices triggered by the United States-Israeli war on Iran, particularly disruptions due to closure of the Strait of Hormuz. While the move is expected to ease pressure on public finances, it also creates new risks such as consumers shifting to subsidized fuels, increasing the government's subsidy burden.

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Boats carrying stacks of sound system, commonly known as 'horeg' sound system, is seen during a sound system battle event during the pre-Ramadan Javanese festival of Nyadran in Sidoarjo, East Java on Feb. 15, 2025.

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How ‘jedag‑jedug’ subculture is shaping our electronic music scene

What if Indonesia’s electronic music scene wasn’t born in clubs, but actually forged out of arranger keyboards, DIY sound systems, and the raw social energy of village life?

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Healthy lifestyle: A man runs in Tebet Eco Park on Dec. 30, 2025, in South Jakarta. Tebet Eco Park, which is open to the public free of charge, is a popular destination for residents seeking to spend their day off with family or to exercise.

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Parks for all

Jakarta’s crowded new parks aren't just a sign of success, they are a stark warning that access to green space must be treated as a basic urban right, not a luxury.

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A Rp 100,000 banknote is pictured next to a US$100 bill at a currency exchange office in Jakarta on June 4, 2026, after the rupiah weakened beyond 18,000 per US dollar for the first time.

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Oil slide softens dollar's inflationary bite

When the United States dollar jumps, the rest of the world holds its breath, awaiting the bout of imported inflation that often follows. The sound you hear now, however, may be a collective sigh of relief.

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Vehicles pass through a palm oil plantation owned by a company on Oct. 29, 2025, in Central Mamuju Regency, West Sulawesi. The Indonesian Palm Oil Association (Gapki) recorded crude palm oil (CPO) production of 35.65 million tonnes by August 2025, a 13 percent increase compared to 34.522 million tonnes in the same period in 2024.

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The 5Es of economic growth and their impact on exchange rates (Part 2 of 3)

To safeguard economic sovereignty against foreign currency shocks and exploitative tech monopolies, developing nations must pivot from exporting raw materials to mandating "balanced exports" and reclaiming local control over their digital economies.

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President Prabowo Subianto delivers a speech while attending the closing ceremony of the Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) National Conference of Religious Scholars and Grand Conference at the Syaichona Mohammad Cholil Islamic Institute (IAI) in Bangkalan, East Java, on June 23, 2026.

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When Prabowo elevates Nahdlatul Ulama's political philosophy

The President’s praise for the philosophy of the country's largest Muslim organization signals a vital reminder for the current leadership: True politics is defined not by the mere pursuit of power but by public welfare.

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International cooperation key in facing emerging naval threats: Dutch Navy commander

Deputy Creative Economy Minister Irene Umar gestures during an interview with The Jakarta Post at the ministry office in Autograph Tower, Thamrin Nine, Central Jakarta, on May 7, 2026.

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Creative economy needs stronger inter-ministerial ties: Deputy minister

Trade Minister, Budi Santoso gestures while speaking during a special interview with The Jakarta Post on April 22 at the Ministry Of Trade office in Jakarta.

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RI seeks new suppliers, export markets as tensions mount: Trade minister

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‘China, Indonesia must continue upholding international fairness and justice’

German Ambassador to Indonesia, Timor-Leste and ASEAN Ralf Beste speaks on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, during the submission of his credentials as Ambassador to ASEAN to Secretary-General Dr. Kao Him Hourn.

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In turbulent times, shared interest can bridge value gaps: German envoy

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung gestures while speaking about his first year in office and developing the megalopolis on Jan. 20, 2026, during an interview with 'The Jakarta Post' at City Hall in Gambir, Central Jakarta.

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Jakartans must embrace global city status: Governor Pramono

Yahya Cholil Staquf, chairman of Indonesia's largest Muslim organization Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), speaks during an interview on Jan. 29, 2026 with The Jakarta Post in Central Jakarta.

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NU must transform to navigate uncertain world order: Chairman Yahya

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Insight: The strategic role of PT SMI in fiscal policy and economic expansion

Indonesia’s future economic growth will not be determined solely by the size of government spending, but also by how effectively development financing is managed.

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Insight: Rethinking work: Driving sustainable growth in the digital age

The digital age has redefined how we live, communicate and work, but perhaps nowhere is this shift more critical than in the field of medicine and public health. As healthcare systems integrate digital technologies, the traditional roles of medical professionals are being reshaped.

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Insight: Innovations in managing and developing human capital

Over the past few years, the role of human resources (HR) has expanded far beyond administrative tasks. HR professionals today are expected to drive innovation, enhance the employee experience and align people strategies with business goals. With the help of technology, these responsibilities have become more manageable, and in many ways, more impactful.

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Insight: AI and Efficiency: Sacrifices The Next Generation

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Insight: Securing a healthier future: The importance of Indonesia's plasma fractionation facility

The global health crisis brought on by COVID-19 tested healthcare systems worldwide, and Indonesia was no exception. As one of the world’s most populous nations, the nation faced immense challenges yet demonstrated resilience and adaptability in navigating the pandemic.

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Insight: Understanding sovereign wealth funds and their application in Indonesia

Toward the end of 2020, amid a world grappling with unprecedented challenges, Indonesia took a bold step in securing its economic future: establishing its first sovereign wealth fund (SWF), the Indonesia Investment Authority (INA).

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