From cabinet ministers to celebrities, more than 300 legislative candidates in the capital city are competing for only 21 seats at the House of Representatives. While deep pockets and fame play an important role in the election, an analyst predicts that incumbents will have a lead in the competition thanks to their established positions in the country's legislative body.

Vowing to not deceive the people if elected, Muhaimin Iskandar said the public could stage a demonstration if the Anies-Muhaimin duo failed to fulfill expectations.

Vice presidential candidate Gibran Rakabuming Raka said Bali needs "special attention" and pledged more economic growth centers in the province. 

Vice president hopeful Gibran Rakabuming Raka said he would boost Banyuwangi's tourist sector performance by increasing the involvement of youths and local small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Vice presidential candidate Muhaimin Iskandar said it was the government's responsibility to provide a decent income and affordable basic goods for the population.

Presidential candidate Ganjar Pranowo reminded his supporters to maintain order when participating in campaign activities, citing the incident in Boyolali as a lesson.

Prabowo Subianto said he planned to build downstream factories for palm oil derivative products and promised that Indonesia would have its own locally made electric cars should he win his presidential bid.

Former president Megawati Soekarnoputri used the 51st anniversary of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) on Wednesday to criticize unnamed leaders who she described as being “power hungry” ahead of the 2024 general election.

Midway into the official campaign period for the country's 2024 presidential election, the candidates and their supporters have been trading increasingly sharp barbs and allegations as they seek an edge in the Feb. 14 vote.

The General Elections Commission (KPU) will maintain the existing election debate format despite President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo’s recent suggestion to change the way the two remaining debates are hosted.

Presidential candidate Ganjar Pranowo said Indonesia's defense system must be able to anticipate a global conflict between the United States and China.

The Financial Services Authority (OJK) has raised concerns about stock manipulation practices in the country's capital market. 

Anies Baswedan-Muhaimin Iskandar's economic targets include an economic growth rate at 5.5 to 6.5 percent, an inflation rate of 2 to 3 percent, and a manufacturing industry contribution of 22 to 23 percent.

Vice presidential candidate Muhaimin Iskandar says that President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo has the right to assess the election debate held on Sunday, however, Jokowi should maintain his neutrality in his comments.

Ganjar offers free filming licenses and a grand plan for the creative economy, in the hope of nurturing filmmakers in Indonesia.

Presidential candidate Prabowo Subianto shrugged off a bad performance “score” of 11 out of 100 as assessed by rival Anies Baswedan during the latest debate.

The economic teams of all three presidential candidates have told an Apindo event that a gradual approach to achieving the local content target would help boost economic growth, downstream development and investments.

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo’s absence at an anniversary celebration for the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) on Wednesday could be the latest proof that the incumbent and his main political sponsor have grown even further apart, just shy of a month ahead of the election that will see the two sides support competing factions in the race.

The term comes from the Dutch zakenkabinet (literally “business cabinet”), used to describe a cabinet of civil servants or businesspeople rather than politicians.

The agency said campaign events at universities were only permitted on weekends and holidays and noted that Anies’ team had held an event at the province’s Hazairin University on Dec. 6, 2023, a Wednesday.

The SMEs ministry says that local businesses that usually anticipate making a killing during an election year, especially those in the garment and printing sectors, are losing out to cheaper merchandise that some candidates and political parties are importing from overseas suppliers.

A newly launched online platform jagapemilu.com encourages greater public awareness and participation in ensuring that the February general election, from campaigning to the vote count, is fair and accountable.

Gibran unveils plans for enhanced connectivity in Maluku, aiming for nationwide development and emphasizing economic growth beyond Java.

Prabowo briefly shook hands with presidential candidate Ganjar Pranowo. Ganjar then proceeded to turn to Anies and shook his hand. However, Anies and Prabowo made no attempt to approach one another. 

Presidential candidate Ganjar Pranowo said he hoped for a brighter future for domestic toy products to buoy the country’s economy.

Jokowi said that salary increases for military and police personnel and civil servants were dependent on fiscal and economic conditions.

Foreign Minister Retno proclaims that Indonesia “has been playing a starring role, not a spectator role” in maintaining peace and stability, amid election-related mudslinging from the third televised debate on Sunday.