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POLITICSJul 3Indonesia’s free meals corruption probe extends to police, military officersA corruption investigation into Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s flagship free meals programme has widened after prosecutors named an active police brigadier general as a suspect and referred a case involving a military officer to the country’s military crimes unit. The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) on Thursday identified Lalu Muhammad Iwan Mahardan, a police brigadier general who serves as deputy secretary for promotion and cooperation at the National Nutrition Agency, as the seventh...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 3The Prabowo Administration’s Hostility to Expertise is Degrading Indonesian GovernanceThe government needs to involve more academic institutions, think-tanks, and technical bodies in policymaking.The Diplomat
POLITICSJul 3Indonesia’s Bali cracks down on digital nomads, influencers working on tourist visasIndonesia has intensified supervision of digital nomads, lifestyle influencers and travel content creators on the resort island of Bali, warning that even unpaid barter deals with local businesses would be classified as illegal work if they visit the country on tourist visas. For years, the Hindu island has been popular among players of the aesthetic economy, thanks to its beaches, unique rituals and lavish resorts. Indonesian businesses also collaborate with foreign content creators, who...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 2Indonesia’s Widodo backs son’s party for 2029 election with new political tourIndonesia’s former president Joko Widodo has begun a nationwide political tour that analysts say is aimed at transforming his younger son’s small party from a marginal player into a significant force before the 2029 elections. Widodo, popularly known as Jokowi, kicked off the tour in Lampung on Friday, using the visit to appear alongside Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) officials and accept a local royal title, signalling that he remains a force in Indonesian politics after leaving...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 2Lukashenko: Belarus, Indonesia agree to waive visas, launch direct flightsBelarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said following talks with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta on 2 July...belarus · belarus
POLITICSJul 1Indonesian civil trainee deaths spur criticisms of Prabowo’s reliance on military drillWhen Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto promised to build 80,000 village cooperatives across the archipelago, the aim was to drive rural growth, strengthen food security and give communities greater control over essential goods and services. But the deaths of five trainees preparing to manage the cooperatives have cast a shadow over the US$13.4 billion programme, one of Prabowo’s flagship initiatives alongside free nutritious meals and affordable housing. The trainees were required to take...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 1Gojek co-founder, turned Indonesian Education Minister jailed for 10 yearsGojek co-founder and former Education Minister Nadiem Makarim has been sentenced to 10 years in prison.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSJun 30Does Gojek co-founder’s guilty verdict test Indonesia’s investor climate?Indonesia’s former education minister Nadiem Makarim, one of the country’s best-known tech founders, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after a Jakarta court found him guilty of abusing his authority in a corruption case linked to US$87 million in state losses. The verdict against the Gojek co-founder could unsettle business sentiment and dampen foreign investment appetite in Southeast Asia’s biggest economy, adding to concerns about legal certainty in cases involving government...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 30Indonesia jails former education minister for 10 years in Google Chromebook graft caseMakarim was found guilty in a case over the procurement of Google Chromebooks for schoolsCNBC
POLITICSJun 28Liberal Islam in Indonesia is sliding into irrelevanceIt has been 25 years since Indonesia’s Liberal Islam Network (Jaringan Islam Liberal or JIL) was established in March 2001, just three years after Reformasi. The intellectual network has been in disarray for much of the past decade, reflecting the current state of Indonesia’s broader liberal and progressive Islamic movement. The old guard, represented by the establishments within Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) and Muhammadiyah, faces elite co-option as they seek access to state resources while also...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 27Indonesian police arrest dozens in anti - government protestIndonesian police have arrested dozens of individuals during an anti-government protest. This indicates political unrest and a government response to demonstrations.thestar.com.my · Malaysia
POLITICSJun 27Dozens arrested in Indonesia after anti-government protest turns violentIndonesian police have arrested dozens of protesters following a rally against President Prabowo Subianto’s policies in the country’s second-largest city, a rights group said on Saturday. Around 100 people gathered near a government building in Surabaya on Friday, journalists on the scene estimated, to protest a fuel price increase and Prabowo’s flagship free meals scheme. Some demonstrators hurled rocks towards police and set fire to rubbish in the middle of the road, prompting officers to...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 22Targeting Budget Efficiency , Indonesia Announces Changes to Free Meal Program – The DiplomatIndonesia has announced adjustments to its free meal program, aiming to improve budget efficiency. These changes are part of the government's efforts to optimize public spending.thediplomat.com · China
POLITICSJun 19Indonesia's Supreme Court Urges Lawyers to Uphold Reason, Instinct, and Conscience Amid Growing Legal ComplexityJAKARTA, Indonesia , June 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As global legal complexity intensifies alongside rapid digital transformation and rising international standards, the quality of Indonesia's legal profession is becoming an increasingly important determinant of the country's competitiveness. The message took center stage at the Hukumonline Practice Leaders 2026 and Top 100 Indonesian Law Firms 2026 awards ceremony held at Raffles Jakarta. Hukumonline Chief Executive Officer Arkka Dhiratara delivers remarks during the Hukumonline Practice Leaders & Top 100 Indonesian Law Firms 2026 event at Raffles Jakarta, Friday, June 19, 2026. Syamsul Maarif, Chief of the Development Chamber of the Supreme Court of Indonesia, said the future of Indonesia's legal system would depend not merely on technological sophistication or an expanding regulatory framework, but on the integrity and professionalism of the entire legal ecosystem, including lawyers and law firms. "In the legal profession, there are at least three forces that guide every decision we make: reason, instinct, and conscience," Maarif said in his keynote address, titled Dignified Justice: From Digital Innovation to Global Standards Amid Legal Complexity. Maarif said reason allows legal professionals to approach legal issues with clarity and rational judgment, while instinct helps them navigate changing circumstances and contextual nuances. Conscience, meanwhile, serves as a moral compass, reminding practitioners that behind every legal matter are individuals whose lives may be affected by the decisions they make. For that reason, he said, intellectual capability alone is insufficient. The effective use of knowledge and technology must be guided by wisdom, ethical judgment, and a commitment to human values. At an event themed "Leading Beyond Complexity: Indonesia's Global Legal Edge," Maarif said Indonesia's legal system is increasingly aligned with global standards. He highlighted the Supreme Court's digital transformation initiatives, including e-Court, e-Litigation, and other integrated judicial services, as key measures aimed at improving transparency, accountability, and access to justice across the judiciary. The Supreme Court and courts nationwide handled more than three million cases in 2025, resolving approximately 97 percent of them. Syamsul said the achievement underscores the growing maturity of the judiciary's digital transformation and its impact on the efficiency of court services. However, he cautioned that modernization extends beyond the adoption of new technologies. Any transformation of the legal system, he said, must be grounded in integrity and guided by the principles of substantive justice. Maarif also pointed to Indonesia's deepening integration with the international legal community. Developments such as the recognition of Indonesian court decisions in foreign jurisdictions, Indonesia's accession to the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH), and plans to establish the Indonesia Financial Center (IFC) signal a more interconnected legal landscape and increasingly complex cross-border challenges for the country's legal profession. In this increasingly interconnected environment, Indonesian law firms have a strategic role to play in raising service standards, strengthening specialist expertise, and developing the capabilities required to meet the evolving needs of clients at home and abroad. "I congratulate all law firms recognized in this year's Practice Leaders and Top 100 Indonesian Law Firms rankings. This recognition reflects the professionalism, dedication, and hard work they have demonstrated," Maarif said. He expressed hope that the recognition would encourage law firms to continue upholding professional integrity, enhancing service quality, and pursuing innovations that deliver meaningful benefits to society. Hukumonline Chief Executive Officer Arkka Dhiratara said the awards ceremony was not merely a celebration of achievement, but also an opportunity to recognize the resilience and adaptability of Indonesian law firms as they respond to an increasingly dynamic and fast-changing landscape. "Ultimately, a law firm's success is measured not only by its reputation or scale, but by its ability to earn trust, deliver solutions, and create meaningful value for clients," Dhiratara said. Dhiratara said businesses and legal professionals are navigating an increasingly challenging landscape shaped by economic headwinds, geopolitical uncertainty, evolving global trade dynamics, and the rapid rise of artificial intelligence. As a result, clients are demanding more than technical legal expertise, expecting advice that is delivered with greater speed, strategic insight, and operational efficiency. Despite the headwinds, Dhiratara said the outlook for Indonesia's legal profession remains strong. Growth in investment, the acceleration of digital transformation, and heightened demand for governance, compliance, and risk management are creating significant opportunities for law firms and legal professionals. Hukumonline noted that an increasing number of Indonesian law firms are strengthening their market positions by deepening specialist expertise, investing in technology, and adopting service models that place greater emphasis on client needs. Collaboration has also become a defining feature of the legal market, with firms increasingly partnering on cross-border transactions, international disputes, and large-scale domestic matters. Against this backdrop, Hukumonline continues to present its Practice Leaders and Top 100 Indonesian Law Firms awards, Dhiratara said. Now in its ninth year, the annual program recognizes legal professionals and law firms that have distinguished themselves through excellence in client service, professional leadership, and contributions to the development of Indonesia's legal sector.en_prnasisa · syria
POLITICSJun 19Indonesia’s Supreme Court Urges Lawyers to Uphold Reason, Instinct, and Conscience Amid Growing Legal ComplexityJAKARTA, Indonesia, June 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As global legal complexity intensifies alongside rapid digital transformation and rising international standards, the quality of Indonesia’s legal profession is becoming an increasingly important determinant of the country’s competitiveness. The message took center stage at the Hukumonline Practice Leaders 2026 and Top 100 Indonesian Law Firms 2026 awards ceremony [...]laotiantimes · laos
POLITICSJun 17Students to Hold Indonesia Emergency Protest in West Java TodayStudents in West Java, Indonesia, are scheduled to hold an 'Emergency Protest' today. This event signifies organized public dissent regarding an unnamed urgent situation in the region.en.tempo.co
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