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Regulations premium

Govt rolls out year's fourth stimulus package totaling Rp 30 trillion

The government is rolling out another stimulus package worth Rp 30 trillion for the fourth quarter, primarily focusing on cash transfers and graduate internships.

3 weeks ago
Asia & Pacific

LDP, Japan Innovation Party effectively strike policy deal for coalition

The move marks a new phase in Japan's multiparty politics following the Komeito party's departure from its 26-year alliance with the LDP. ...

3 weeks ago
Asia & Pacific

Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to 'immediate ceasefire' in Qatar talks

After talks Saturday in Doha mediated by Qatar and Turkey to ease tensions, Qatar's foreign ministry said "the two sides agreed to an immediate ceasefire and the establishment of mechanisms to consolidate lasting peace and stability between the two countries". ...

3 weeks ago

The Latest

Society premium

Court allows indigenous peoples to cultivate forests

Constitutional Court justices granted a judicial review petition against the Job Creation Law, allowing agricultural activities for indigenous communities in forest areas to fulfill daily needs, not commercial purposes.

3 weeks ago
Economy

Global film industry shrugs off renewed Trump movie tariff threat

Star Wars: Starfighter is filming in Britain, soundstages in Hungary are packed and post-production houses in Australia are humming, as the global film industry keeps rolling despite US President Donald Trump’s renewed threats to impose tariffs on movies made outside of the United States.

3 weeks ago
Asia & Pacific

Thousands flee Philippine coast as storm approaches

Fengshen will bring heavy rainfall, along with a "minimal to moderate risk" of coastal flooding from 1 to 2 meters waves being pushed ashore by the disturbance, the government weather service said.

3 weeks ago
Americas

Trump says 100% tariffs on China not sustainable, still plans to meet Xi

Trump unveiled additional levies of 100 percent on imports of Chinese goods a week ago, along with new export controls on "any and all critical software" by Nov/ 1, nine days before existing tariff relief was set to expire.

3 weeks ago
Asia & Pacific

South Koreans return from Cambodia facing investigation over online scams

More than 1,000 South Koreans are believed to be among about 200,000 people of various nationalities involved in the scam compounds in Cambodia.

3 weeks ago
Americas

US court bars NSO Group from installing spyware on WhatsApp

In the ruling, the judge  said the court "concluded that defendants' conduct causes irreparable harm, and there being no dispute that the conduct is ongoing" the judge granted WhatsApp owner Meta an injunction to stop NSO Group's snooping tactics at the messaging service.

3 weeks ago
FEATURES

Between the screen and the streets: What it means to watch and not march

What does it mean to care from a distance? A reflection on privilege and digital solidarity.

3 weeks ago
Quick Dispatch

APPSI inaugurates 2025–2029 board, holds governors’ meeting at Nusantara

The Association of Indonesian Provincial Governments (APPSI) has inaugurated its board of directors for the 2025–2029 term, followed by an Indonesia-wide governors’ meeting that included discussions on their work program for 2026 onwards.

3 hours ago
Quick Dispatch

IKN Authority intensifies phase II construction with six contract signings

To strengthen the implementation of Phase II of the Nusantara Capital City (IKN) development, the IKN Authority has signed six contracts and held an integrated pre-construction meeting (PCM) at the Coordinating Ministry Office 4 on Nov. 10.

3 hours ago
Sports

IOC expresses 'great concern' over Israeli gymnasts' worlds exclusion

"All eligible athletes, teams and sports officials must be able to participate in international sports competitions and events without any form of discrimination from the host country," the IOC said.

3 weeks ago
Companies

Boeing wins FAA approval to hike 737 MAX production

Increasing deliveries of the popular single-aisle airplane is critical to restoring Boeing's financial stability, following years of production disruptions and crises that have left it deep in debt and losing money as planemakers receive the bulk of a customer's payment when they hand over an airplane.

3 weeks ago
Archipelago premium

Lack of protection for rice fields leads to deficit in 23 provinces

Twenty-three provinces in Indonesia suffer from a rice field deficit while only 14 provinces enjoy a surplus. 

3 weeks ago
Jakarta premium

Jakarta to ban dog, cat meat trade to curb rabies risks

Dog meat consumption remains widespread in Indonesia, particularly in communities where it is considered part of local tradition or an alternative protein source.

3 weeks ago
Economy

English winemakers hope for export boost as they toast warmest summer

English winemakers are betting that surging exports can sustain their once novelty product after domestic sales growth slowed, hoping for a boost from Britain's warmest summer on record this year as climate change optimized conditions.

3 weeks ago
Archipelago premium

N. Sumatra prosecutors detain two BPN officials for selling land to Ciputra Land

Both suspects are being detained for 20 days after two pieces of evidence were found.

3 weeks ago
Opinion premium

Analysis: Govt drops excise hikes, offers amnesty to illegal cigarette makers

The government has walked back its previous plan to raise the tobacco excise tax, a policy that had been a central pillar of its earlier crackdown on illegal cigarettes. Under the former administration, the approach was largely punitive, marked by annual excise hikes, aggressive “Gempur Rokok Ilegal” raids on small retailers, and stiff penalties for anyone caught selling untaxed products. In a major policy shift, Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has now announced that the government will instead offer amnesty to illegal cigarette producers, aiming to incentivize them to register, fulfill their tax obligations, and transition into the formal, regulated market.

3 weeks ago
Archipelago premium

Authorities have not found durian smuggled from Malaysia entering Batam

Local durian farmers reported that at least 10 tonnes of Malaysian durian enter Indonesia illegally every day.

3 weeks ago
Politics premium

Military, police role in free meals under scrutiny

Criticism has centered around the composition of National Nutrition Agency (BGN) leadership, dominated by retired military and police officers, many without formal training or expertise in nutrition, food safety or public health.

3 weeks ago
Editorial premium

Education beyond ambition

Indonesia’s education system continues to struggle with underpaid teachers, uneven resource distribution and dilapidated schools in vast parts of the country.

3 weeks ago
Economy premium

Investment growth slows in third quarter on weak FDI

Investment growth slowed in the third quarter as foreign direct investment (FDI) logged its steepest annual drop in five years, while domestic investors continued to sustain the gains.

3 weeks ago
Society premium

TV company Trans7 apologizes over ‘offensive’ content on ‘pesantren’

Following protests on social media and on the streets and threats of boycotting the private television company from pesantren students, management and alumni, Trans7 issued a public apology for content deemed disrespectful to the Islamic boarding school community.

3 weeks ago
Economy premium

Australia lifts long-standing antidumping duty on Indonesian glass

Canberra has officially revoked the antidumping duty (BMAD) on clear float glass products from Indonesia, opening a new chapter for exporters, after an Australian competitor ceased production.

3 weeks ago
Europe

Trump says to meet Putin in Budapest

In his latest abrupt pivot on Russia's 2022 invasion, Trump said he expected to meet Putin in Budapest within the next two weeks for what would be their second summit since the American's return to power.

3 weeks ago
Middle East and Africa

Saudi announces major development at Mecca

King Salman's Gate, which includes several high-rises next to Islam's holiest site, is an "integrated mixed-use destination" blending Mecca's "rich architectural heritage with world-class modern living", the official Saudi Press Agency said on Wednesday. 

3 weeks ago
Archipelago

TNI says 14 Papuan separatists killed in village battle

The Free Papua Movement has fought for independence since the area was brought underIndonesian control following Dutch rule, in a vote overseen by the United Nations in 1969. Papua is one of Indonesia's poorest regions, despite being rich in resources including natural gas, copper and gold.

3 weeks ago
Regulations premium

RI should stand its ground in US tariff negotiations, Luhut says

Amid the escalating trade war between the US and China, the former senior minister emphasized that Indonesia must “show dignity” as a sovereign nation by not bowing to pressure from Washington.  

3 weeks ago
Academia premium

ASEAN firms can’t afford to ignore EU’s AI Act

Brussels’ landmark AI ruling has a global reach. For ASEAN businesses, early compliance is the key to turning regulation into advantage.

3 weeks ago
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