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Beyond 'look East': Japan, Malaysia build partnership for uncertain age

Beyond formal military alliances, the evolving Japan-Malaysia partnership proves that decades of accumulated trust can be just as strategically valuable as a defense pact in an uncertain Indo-Pacific.

18 minutes ago
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All of Me: A Journey of Becoming Nonbinary

Through personal reflection and conversations with others, one writer explores gender, belonging, and the long – often arduous – process of becoming oneself. ...

29 minutes ago
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The 5Es of economic growth and its impact on exchange rates

As geopolitical crises bring the global economy to its knees, tinkering with interest rates won't save failing currencies—only a structural overhaul of a nation’s foundational "5Es," starting with energy self-sufficiency, can weather the storm. ...

1 hour ago

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Graft trial of former Pati regent Sudewo starts in Semarang

Sudewo is charged with extorting officials appointed to fill various positions in 401 village administrations in 21 districts across Pati and taking bribes from railway track projects at the Transportation Ministry’s Railway Directorate General in 2022.

2 hours ago
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A new framework for climate displacement

While some people remain to preserve cultural traditions and livelihoods despite mounting risks, others feel that they have no choice but to leave their homes.

2 hours ago
Regulations

US Federal Reserve holds rates steady, raises inflation expectations

The Fed decided to hold rates steady at 3.50 to 3.75 percent for the fourth consecutive meeting, with the vote being unanimous for the first time in a year.

2 hours ago
Academia premium

What might government overlook in the DHE regulation?

By shifting the focus from rigid gross export receipts to true, economically retainable value, this analysis challenges the structural assumptions underlying Indonesia's aggressive 100 percent natural resource repatriation policy.

3 hours ago
Politics premium

Student unions dissociate from BEM Bersatu after political ‘infiltration’ allegations

A rift seems to have appeared in the ongoing student movement against excessive budgetary spending and rising fuel prices after BEM Bersatu alleged that certain student unions may have been swayed by political influence, which elicited prompt denial from its peers as well as the PDI-P.

3 hours ago
Quick Dispatch

Zamil Steel Vietnam sets new benchmarks for industrial excellence in Indonesia

Indonesia’s industrial landscape is undergoing a massive structural transformation, driven by high-stakes projects that demand unprecedented engineering precision. At the center of this shift is Zamil Steel Buildings Vietnam Co., Ltd., which is increasingly being tapped to provide the steel framework for the nation's most complex infrastructure.

3 hours ago
Society premium

Prabowo orders shorter wait times for Indonesian pilgrims

President Prabowo Subianto has praised the country’s 2026 haj management but called for further improvements, including better services and shorter wait times for pilgrims.

4 hours ago
Academia premium

The economics of social mobility: Capability and cost of climbing the ladder

Mobility rests on two conditions, both necessary and neither sufficient alone. Individuals must possess the capability to climb, and the cost of climbing must be low enough for that capability to be exercised. 

4 hours ago
Quick Dispatch

Behind 5,400 spectators at PFL final, gratitude from PNM clients supporting families

On one side of the Sports Hall at Yogyakarta State University, young Indonesian talents competed to win the Pro Futsal League (PFL) final; on the other side, ultramicro entrepreneurs experienced firsthand the economic benefits generated by the 5,400-strong crowd gathered in the arena.

21 hours ago
Opinion premium

Analysis: Police secure more power, less oversight

The passage of amendments to the 2002 Police Law marks a significant expansion of the National Police’s authority, renewing concerns that the institution is becoming increasingly powerful while remaining subject to limited external oversight. The House of Representatives approved the bill during a plenary session on June 9, following a few weeks of relatively smooth deliberations.

4 hours ago
Quick Dispatch

27 years of PNM: 70,000 employees and a major step toward an appreciative work culture

Corporate transformation does not always begin with major changes that are visible from the outside. More often than not, transformation grows from within: through the way employees work, appreciate one another, share best practices and introduce innovations in their respective work environments.

21 hours ago
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Executive column: Ericsson chief says 5G key to Indonesia's digital ambitions

Ericsson Indonesia president director Nora Wahby spoke to The Jakarta Post’s Maudey Khalisha on May 19 to discuss rolling out the 5G spectrum in Indonesia toward realizing the country’s digital ambitions and elevating its global competitiveness.

4 hours ago
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Prabowo’s Myanmar initiative

Levering his unique background as a democratically elected former general, President Prabowo Subianto is uniquely positioned to break ASEAN's deadlock and rewrite history as Myanmar’s peacemaker.

4 hours ago
Society premium

Pressure mounts to halt, review Prabowo’s free meals program

Calls are growing to suspend and review President Prabowo Subianto’s flagship free nutritious meal program amid mounting concerns about persistent implementation problems, even as the National Nutrition Agency (BGN), under new leadership, moves to improve oversight.

4 hours ago
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Riverbank erosion threatens 1,000-year-old historic site in Purworejo

The tree is regarded as a significant historical landmark in Purworejo, marking the area where ancient inscriptions were discovered.

4 hours ago
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One killed, dozens injured after 6.7-magnitude quake hits Central Sulawesi

The disaster claimed one life and left 76 people injured, with 73 sustaining minor injuries and three suffering serious injuries.

15 hours ago
Regulations premium

Liquidity, credibility risks cloud mineral exchange plan

Creating a functioning mineral exchange requires building the necessary infrastructure, trading systems and market confidence, which analysts say could take longer than the time remaining until the targeted Jan. 1 rollout.

15 hours ago
Asia & Pacific premium

Sugiono arrives in Kazan for ASEAN-Russia talks

Foreign Minister Sugiono arrived in Kazan on Wednesday morning to attend the ASEAN-Russia Summit, where discussions on pressing regional and global issues are expected to take place over the two-day conference. 

17 hours ago
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PLN short of 20m tonnes of coal as contracts lag behind demand

PLN actually requires 154 million tonnes of coal annually to fuel its steam-fired power plants, but has secured contracts for only 134 million tonnes.

19 hours ago
Middle East and Africa premium

Indonesia, Qatar deepen ties ahead of 50th anniversary in 2027

Qatar reaffirmed its US$4 billion commitment to invest in Indonesia as the two countries agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation ahead of a visit by the emir

20 hours ago
Middle East and Africa premium

Prabowo reaffirms support for Palestine in call with Abbas

During their phone conversation, the Palestinian president expressed appreciation for Indonesia’s support while urging the Prabowo administration’s active role in advocating for the people of Palestine.

20 hours ago
Culture premium

A seat at a plastic table: Sungai Watch innovates sustainable design

The environmental group's river cleanup efforts are feeding a growing circular design movement, turning discarded plastic into furniture while pushing for systemic action on waste management.

21 hours ago
Society premium

Drought grips parts of Java as dry season intensifies

Drought has begun affecting several regions across Java as the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) warns that the country’s dry season is expected to peak in August and may last longer than usual.

21 hours ago
Economy

Finding the best alternative to LPG

In 2025, the subsidized three‑kilogram green cylinder retail price was Rp 16,000, against an estimated market price of around Rp 48,000, with the state covering the full gap.

22 hours ago
Markets

China mine disaster, Indonesia policy changes upend global coal market

The disruptions come as Southeast Asian economies that typically buy Indonesian coal are cranking up their coal-fired power capacity.

22 hours ago
Sports

Messi's inexplicable feats no longer a surprise, says coach Scaloni

Messi's hat-trick at Kansas City Stadium saw him equal the all-time men's World Cup scoring record of 16 goals, drawing level with Germany's Miroslav Klose. 

23 hours ago
Academia

Why third parties matter in the Cambodia–Thailand border conflict

Under such tense conditions, neutral and trusted actors can play a vital role in facilitating dialogue, rebuilding confidence, reducing tensions and helping both countries move toward lasting peace.

23 hours ago

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Thu, June 18, 2026

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