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Transmigration: Moving hope, building future

Transmigration seeks to develop new centers of growth in underdeveloped regions—places where young Indonesians can build livelihoods, families and futures.

6 days ago
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Floods and landslides hit several regions as dry season faces delay

BMKG head Dwikorita Karnawati said much of Indonesia is now likely to experience a shorter-than-expected dry season due to higher-than-normal rainfall observed in recent months. ...

6 days ago
Academia

Trump’s decision to bomb Iran exposes fissures in US politics

While there is widespread agreement on Iran within US politics, the incendiary nature of agreeing with the adversary, whether Democrat or Republican, makes it seem more fractured than it is. ...

6 days ago

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Longer access to free public spaces eases Jakartans’ lives

For someone whose day unfolds while most of the city sleeps, the park offers more than just open space. It is where Dewi can pause to catch her breath and summon the strength to carry on.

6 days ago
Quick Dispatch

International MSME Day an opportunity for PNM to strengthen ultra-micro business mentoring

PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) is taking part in the commemoration of International Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Day, an event held to emphasize the important role of micro-enterprises in driving economic growth. In addition, PNM is strengthening its commitment to guide the small businesses it partners with toward growth through the Fostering a Prosperous Family Economy (Mekaar) program.

38 minutes ago
Quick Dispatch

PNM wins Gold Environmental Pillar in SOE Track Awards 2025

With huge appreciation, PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) won the Gold award in the Environmental Pillar at the fifth TJSL & CSR Awards 2025 event held by SOE Track in Jakarta. This award was given as a form of appreciation for PNM's commitment to carrying out social and environmental responsibility, which focuses on nature conservation and sustainable development. PNM has been successful in implementing environmental programs consistently and having a direct impact on the community and surrounding ecosystems.

38 minutes ago
Middle East and Africa

No casualties reported in Iran missile attack on US base in Qatar

"I can confirm that Al Udeid Air Base was attacked by short-range and medium-range ballistic missiles originating from Iran today. At this time, there are no reports of US casualties," the official said.

6 days ago
Quick Dispatch

Deputy SOEs Minister Kartika Wirjoatmodjo visits PNM Mekaar customers in Bali

The president director of PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) Arief Mulyafi, along with members of the board of directors of BRI and BNI, welcomed the visit of Deputy State Owned Enterprises (SOEs) Minister Kartika Wirjoatmodjo to Ulian village, Kintamani, which was carried out in the context of the review of the PNM Mekaar Weekly Group Meeting (PKM) at the Denpasar branch. This activity aimed to monitor the performance and impact of the PNM Mekaar program, Fostering a Prosperous Family Economy, for ultra-micro entrepreneurs in rural areas and to conduct interactive dialogues with all customers and Account Officers (AOs).

38 minutes ago
Archipelago premium

Enggano islanders hit by severe economic, energy crisis amid Bengkulu port silting

Enggano Island district head Susanto said that in recent months, prices of staple foods like sugar and cooking oil have risen by 20 to 35 percent, while prices for farm produce grown by islanders have fallen by more than 50 percent due to oversupply.

1 week ago
Markets

Shares rally, oil prices tumble as Trump announces Iran-Israel ceasefire

Global shares rallied and the dollar extended declines on Tuesday after US President Donald Trump said Iran and Israel had agreed to a ceasefire, sending oil prices into a deep dive as concerns over supply disruptions ebbed.

1 week ago
Quick Dispatch

APINDO: Global framework for platform workers must be adaptive, support MSMEs

A global policy discussion on the digital economy at the 113th International Labour Conference (ILC) received strong support for a legally binding convention, with the Indonesian Employers Association (APINDO) emphasizing the need for an adaptive, realistic and supportive instrument for the e-commerce ecosystem.

18 hours ago
Academia premium

Deindustrialization anomaly and the fall of the working class

Massive labor absorption may be masking deeper structural symptoms of declining job quality and the trapping of the working class in low-value-added sectors.

1 week ago
Quick Dispatch

51st IFTDO global conference highlights Indonesian leadership in talent development

The International Federation of Training and Development Organization (IFTDO) held its 51st global conference for the first time in Jakarta, spotlighting adaptive business and the future of human talent amid the rapid development of artificial intelligence and automation.

1 day ago
Middle East and Africa

Putin slams attack on Iran but offers no support to key ally

Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said revealing details of the Putin-Araghchi meeting would have been "irresponsible" and that Russia and Iran were working on "many directions" when asked if Tehran requested military aid from Russia. 

1 week ago
Academia premium

What the US strikes on Iran mean for Indonesia and the world

The US strike threatens to accelerate the militarization of politics, fuel arms races and place even greater stress on fragile democracies. 

1 week ago
Middle East and Africa

Trump announces ceasefire between Iran and Israel

Any cessation in hostilities would come as a huge relief to world leaders frantic about an escalation in violence igniting into a wider conflagration.

1 week ago
Opinion premium

Analysis: Indonesia RE export plan with Singapore, is PLN out?

After years of anticipation, Indonesia and Singapore have officially signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for renewable electricity exports. Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia and Singapore’s Minister for Trade and Industry Tan See Leng on June 13 finalized the agreement, which will see Indonesia supplying up to 3.5 gigawatts of renewable energy to Singapore through 2035. However, in a notable twist, Bahlil announced that state electricity company PLN would not be involved in the deal.

1 week ago
Politics premium

Jokowi’s health draws attention during birthday celebration

Former president Joko “Jokowi” Widodo’s appearance during his recent birthday celebration has sparked renewed speculation about his health, and whether it played a role in his decision not to enter the race for the Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) chairmanship.

1 week ago
Middle East and Africa premium

Indonesia calls for negotiation after US attack on Iran

Indonesia’s top security minister has urged all sides in the Middle East’s rapidly escalating conflict to “return to the negotiating table” and pursue a permanent resolution, following the United States’ strike on three Iranian nuclear sites on Sunday, while Indonesian diplomats raced to rescue citizens from danger zones.

1 week ago
Editorial

Singapore's moment of truth

Despite high optimism among Indonesian officials, public suspicion persists regarding Singapore's sincerity, particularly concerning the extradition treaty.

1 week ago
Regulations premium

Mixed signals on tiny homes could undermine housing program

The housing ministry's internal tug-of-war over the "mini" homes plan could cause confusion among investors and eventually derail the President's flagship program, experts warn.

1 week ago
Society premium

Flexible work policy for civil servants sparks backlash

A new ministerial regulation that allows civil servants to work remotely and manage individual work schedules has drawn criticism from public policy experts, who warn the move could compromise the quality and reliability of public services.

1 week ago
Society premium

Syphilis cases surge among teens amid risky behavior, lack of education

Syphilis infections in Indonesia have continued to rise over the past few years, with a notable upward trend being recorded among teenagers, a situation attributed by health experts to risky sexual behavior and a lack of comprehensive sex education.

1 week ago
Tech premium

Crypto bourse holding firm Indokripto prepares for IPO

The company plans to allocate approximately 85 percent of the IPO proceeds toward operational expenditures of its subsidiary Crypto Futures Exchange (CFX). The remaining 15 percent will be channeled to its depository subsidiary PT Kustodian Koin Indonesia (ICC) for similar purposes.  

1 week ago
Regulations premium

Government prepares regulations on uranium, thorium processing

Indonesia is moving apace with its nuclear ambitions, drafting a new regulation on the domestic processing of uranium and thorium for nuclear energy.

1 week ago
Companies

Airlines weigh Middle East cancellations after US strikes in Iran

Airlines on Monday were weighing how long to suspend Middle East flights as a conflict which has already cut off major flight routes entered a new phase after the US attacked key Iranian nuclear sites and Tehran vowed to defend itself.

1 week ago
Asia & Pacific

Embattled Thai PM reshuffles cabinet as crisis rages

The 38-year-old daughter of controversial former PM Thaksin Shinawatra began handing out ministerial posts vacated when her main coalition partner quit last week -- a move that nearly took her government down.

1 week ago
Middle East and Africa

Iran's supreme leader asks Putin to do more after US strikes

While Putin has condemned the Israeli strikes, he has yet to comment on the US attacks on Iranian nuclear sites though he last week called for calm and offered Moscow's services as a mediator over the nuclear program.

1 week ago
Asia & Pacific

Thailand heads into political turbulence as Cambodia row festers

Tensions with Thailand and Cambodia remain elevated, with the Southeast Asian neighbors announcing tit-for-tat measures that are stoking nationalist fervor on both sides and stymieing bilateral trade, including a suspension by Phnom Penh of all Thai fuel and gas imports that came into effect on Monday.

1 week ago
Middle East and Africa

Iran foreign minister to meet key ally Putin

Moscow is a crucial backer of Tehran, but has not swung forcefully behind its partner since Israel launched a wave of attacks on June 13, strikes that triggered Iran to respond with missiles and drones.

1 week ago

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