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Economy 1 month ago
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Ex-BI deputy replaces Tommy as deputy finance minister
In what appears to be a coordinated role swap, the President has appointed a former BI deputy governor to fill the deputy finance minister post left vacant by his nephew Tommy Djiwandono, who is set to take up his new job as BI deputy governor.
Academia 2 months ago
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Will Prabowo be more ‘daring’ or more realistic in his fiscal policy in 2026?
The decision to push through a massive budget for the free nutritious meal program reflects misplaced priorities, as the program has yet to show clear benefits in its first year while other critical policies remain underfunded.
Academia 2 months ago
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The imperative for a comprehensive disaster risk reduction
Disaster risk reduction should be embedded in policymaking, especially industrial and spatial planning, to prevent economic activities from damaging the environment and thereby exacerbating the impacts of future calamities.
Archipelago 5 months ago
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Regions mull remote work, halting programs ahead of 2026 central funding cuts
The government has allocated just Rp 693 trillion for regional transfers next year, leaving local leaders scrambling to come up with austerity measures to reduce administrative costs, including remote work and virtual meetings.
Asia & Pacific 5 months ago
Coalition deal puts Takaichi on brink of becoming Japan's first female PM
The cooperation agreement would deliver a combined 231 seats in parliament's dominant lower house. It would fall two short of a majority, but ensure Takaichi likely wins a vote in parliament on Tuesday to pick Japan's next prime minister.
