The coalition called for an immediate amendment to the Military Tribunal Law, arguing that all general criminal offenses involving members of the Indonesian military should be tried in civilian courts.

A policy that should be as uncontroversial as “feed children well” has been turned into a stage for point-scoring, institutional turf wars and media skirmishes.

Earlier this month, the government announced its decision to deny visas for Israeli athletes expected to compete in the 53rd World Artistic Gymnastics Championships held this week in Jakarta, citing Israel’s military offensive in Gaza that has killed over 67,000 Palestinians.

In his first year in office, Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has taken on a largely symbolic role, with limited involvement in major policy discussions and cabinet decisions, while continuing his blusukan (impromptu visits) to maintain public support, analysts say. 

Human rights groups have condemned the inclusion of late president Soeharto in the government’s proposed shortlist of nominees for national hero status and have decried human rights abuses that occurred throughout his rule.

Indonesia has tried, and failed, to develop a native car brand over the decades, and attempting to revive this developmental model in the current era of energy transition with a globally connected supply chain risks ending in the same fate: merely a flag-waving vanity project.

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa is facing growing backlash from regional governments after the central government decided to slash local transfers in the 2026 state budget to their lowest level since 2016. Purbaya insists the move is crucial to safeguard fiscal stability amid mounting budgetary pressure. Yet, his rationale raises a critical question: Can regional governments withstand the burden of this fiscal tightening?

The administration of President Prabowo Subianto has secured multiple trade agreements in its maiden year, partly thanks to the global pressure of an increasingly protectionist United States, but in bilateral talks with the US itself, Indonesia gave much and got little.

The two presidents acknowledged that Indonesia and Brazil, which share a commitment to championing developing nations, must step up cooperation across all sectors to reinforce each others’ positions in the global arena, highlighting the increasing trend toward protectionism and unilateralism.

Asset recovery must be part of a comprehensive fiscal strategy, not a photo opportunity. 

Oil prices rose nearly 5 percent on Thursday after the US imposed sanctions on major Russian suppliers Rosneft and Lukoil over Russia's war in Ukraine, extending gains from the previous session.

Growing military involvement in civilian affairs, including President Prabowo Subianto’s flagship programs, may put civilians, especially those in vulnerable communities, at risk, according to the Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS).

The ceremony in the Sistine Chapel, broadcast live by the Vatican's official news service, came during a state visit by the 76-year-old monarch and his wife Queen Camilla.

Sprawling compounds where internet fraudsters target people with romance and business cons have thrived along Myanmar's loosely governed border during its civil war, sparked by a 2021 coup.

Agriculture Minister Amran Sulaiman projects Indonesian exports soaring to Rp 2.4 quadrillion as the government accelerates downstream processing of coconuts and other key commodities.

Presidents of the two countries witnessed the signing of agreements on oil, gas, electricity, technology, mining and agriculture, coming several months after US President Donald Trump imposed a tariff rate of 19 percent on imports from Indonesia under a new pact, and a 50-percent tariff on Brazilian products.

In parallel with the rapid growth of Indonesia’s digital economy, the digital advertising sector has become a key driver in supporting business growth across the country.

PT Unilever Indonesia has reported strong profit growth for this year’s first nine months, but that comes after sales nosedived last year.

Athletes have welcomed the new Endowment Fund for Education (LPDP) scholarship sports program reserved for active and retired athletes across the country, highlighting the importance of sportspeople to also pursue higher education.

"As agreed by both China and the United States... vice premier He Lifeng will lead a delegation to Malaysia from October 24 to 27 and hold economic and trade talks with the United States," Beijing's commerce ministry said in a statement.

President Prabowo made the statement during a bilateral meeting with Lula at the State Palace in Central Jakarta on Thursday morning.

Homegrown multi-brand cloud kitchen operator Hangry has raised US$10.5 million in its Series A5 funding round, the company said on Wednesday, as it seeks to expand operations and push into foreign markets.

The International Olympic Committee's executive board said Wednesday it would "recommend to all international federations not to host any international sports events or meetings in Indonesia" until it provided guarantees over access for all participants in competitions.

The mistakes included confusing news with parody, getting dates wrong or simply inventing events.

The e-commerce colossus known for its promise of quick deliveries showed off robotic arms and other high-tech warehouse tools in Silicon Valley, saying AI is not only powering innovations but accelerating how quickly they are developed by the second largest employer in the United States.

Uniting science and diplomacy is needed to create lasting global impact.

The Israeli Gymnastics Federation appealed against the Indonesian government's decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), demanding that it either guaranteed their athletes' presence or forced a move or cancellation of the event.