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A Health Care and Social Security Agency (BPJS Kesehatan) official helps a patient on May 14, 2024, at the agency's South Jakarta office in Jakarta.
A Health Care and Social Security Agency (BPJS Kesehatan) official helps a patient on May 14, 2024, at the agency's South Jakarta office in Jakarta.`
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BPJS Kesehatan warns it may fail to pay claims next year as deficits persist

BPJS Kesehatan President Director Priharti Pujowaskito said the agency is currently paying out significantly more in healthcare claims than it collects in premium contributions, resulting in a persistent funding gap.

2 hours ago
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Hundreds of kitchens halt services due to 'pause' in free meals funds

The new BGN head has dismissed reports on an alleged pause in operational funds as a "hoax", saying that disbursements were made in stages on June 5 and 8, though the sudden change has left hundreds of SPPG unable to prepare nutritious meals for the nationwide feeding program. 

2 hours ago
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Labor movement’s future in question after Said Iqbal joins Prabowo administration

The appointment of labor leader Said Iqbal as special presidential advisor on employment and workers’ welfare has sparked concerns over possible state cooptation of labor movement in the country, prompting questions about the future of labor groups’ independence.

4 hours ago

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Rights groups decry light sentences in activist acid attack case

The Jakarta Military Court on Wednesday sentenced four soldiers up to three years in prison for their roles in acid attack targeting anti-militarism activist Andrie Yunus.

5 hours ago
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Prosecutors reject Nadiem’s defense plea in Chromebook corruption case

Prosecutors rejected former education minister Nadiem Makarim’s defense plea at the Jakarta Corruption Court on Tuesday, maintaining that he had abused his authority and professional expertise for personal gain, as the defense prepared a final counterargument. 

15 hours ago
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Jeju Air suspends Batam-Incheon route in summer schedule

Jeju Air previously operated a twice weekly service connecting Incheon International Airport with Hang Nadim International Airport using Boeing 737-800.

17 hours ago
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Military court jails four officers involved in acid attack on rights activist

The court found the attack was not influenced by any "chain of command."

22 hours ago
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PLN estimates North Sumatra blackout to end on Wednesday

State-owned electricity company PLN is working hard to restore electricity to affected regions in North Sumatra and expects electricity supply to resume on Wednesday or Thursday.

1 day ago

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