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When the KPK enters the core of party power

While anticorruption efforts usually focus on handcuffs and press conferences, the KPK is finally looking "upstream" at the political parties that fuel the crisis. By challenging the corporate-style control of party elites, the KPK is no longer just chasing criminals—it is trying to rewrite the rules of power itself.

11 hours ago

The irony of Indonesia's disposable labor regime

While the elite debates the fine print of formal labor laws, a disposable workforce of millions remains legally invisible and economically exploited. This systemic engineering of precarity has not only widened inequality but also left Indonesia 30 percent less efficient than its regional peers.

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Labor and politics: President Prabowo Subianto (at podium) gestures on Friday, May 1, 2026, while delivering a speech in front of thousands of workers during Labor Day celebrations at the National Monument (Monas) park in Jakarta.

May Day 2026: From street rallies to real change

The path to true labor justice lies not in annual rhetoric but in structural reforms that integrate severance pay into social security and prioritize worker representation in the legislative process.

12 hours ago

Former vice president Jusuf Kalla speaks to the press on April 18 in his residence in Jakarta. Kalla denies allegations of blasphemy over remarks he made during a public lecture in March and says his comments were taken out of context in a way that defames him.

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Analysis: Why the news spotlight on ex-VP Jusuf Kalla?

Jusuf Kalla has been among the top trending news in recent weeks, reflecting the enduring relevance of one of Indonesia’s most seasoned statesmen. Kalla, who served as vice president a decade apart in 2004-2009 and 2014-2019, is still highly revered but now aged 83, it is unlikely that he will seek elected office again in 2029.

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A worker sorts used plastic water bottles on April 17, 2026, at the Samici main waste bank in Cimahi, West Java.

ASEAN’s path to energy resilience is a circular economy

We need a new model. One that reduces material waste and lowers energy waste, while creating economic value – a circular economy.

13 hours ago

A passenger reacts near bouquets of flowers left in tribute for victims of the deadly collision between a commuter train and an intercity train, at Bekasi Timur Station in Bekasi, West Java, April 30, 2026.

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Fatal crossings, failing signals

Safety should be a structural guarantee, not a matter of luck. The Bekasi train collision must finally end the country’s deadly reliance on level crossings.

13 hours ago

Workers load and unload containers on Feb. 4 at the Tanjung Priok International Export-Import Port in North Jakarta.

Asia's economic diplomacy for tumultuous times

We have entered a multipolar age, defined by strategic rivalry, contested norms and a level of volatility that makes long‑term planning extraordinarily challenging.

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

Chinese Ambassador to Indonesia Wang Lutong

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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

This aerial photo shows people climbing debris, on Dec. 9, 2025, to cross the river on a newly built bridge, connecting Aceh and North Sumatra province, after being destroyed by flash floods along Peusangan river in Bireuen district, Aceh.

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Coordinated response key to govt’s disaster handling

History in focus: Belgian historian David Van Reybrouck, author of Revolusi: Indonesia and the Making of the Modern World, poses for a post on his official social media account.

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‘Revolusi’ returns home: David Van Reybrouck on youth, memory and the spirit of Bandung

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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.

3 months ago

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.

9 months ago

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.

10 months ago

Insight: AI and Efficiency: Sacrifices The Next Generation

Introduction: From One Disruption to Another

10 months ago

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.

1 year ago