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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]
WORLDJun 30Indonesia Prepares for El Niño : Regions Race to Protect CropsIndonesia is preparing for the El Niño phenomenon, with regions taking action to protect crops. This indicates proactive efforts to mitigate the potential agricultural impact of a climate event.indonesia-investments.com · Indonesia
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
WORLDJun 29Brazil supporters in Indonesia grab Israeli flag off motorcyclistA video of an Israeli flag being grabbed off two young men in Indonesia has gone viral.Al Jazeera [en]
MILITARYJun 28Indonesia rights body urges end to military training in Prabowo cooperative project after five dieAn Indonesian human rights body is calling for an end to military training in a specific cooperative project following five reported deaths. This action addresses concerns over safety and human rights in military-related activities.thestar.com.my · Malaysia
BUSINESSJun 28Bank Central Asia - BCA | Indonesia Investmentsindonesia-investments.com · Indonesia
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
BUSINESSJun 26Indonesia injects Rp400 trillion into state banks to boost growthIndonesia has injected a substantial amount of Rp400 trillion into its state-owned banks, aiming to stimulate economic growth. This significant financial measure is intended to bolster the national economy.en.antaranews.com · Indonesia
BUSINESSJun 25Indonesia Competitiveness Decline : 2026 IMD Ranking AnalysisAn analysis of the 2026 IMD Ranking indicates a decline in Indonesia's global competitiveness. This suggests potential economic challenges or areas needing reform for the country.indonesia-investments.com · Indonesia
BUSINESSJun 24Indonesia considers expanding visa - free travel to drive tourism growthIndonesia is considering expanding its visa-free travel policy to stimulate tourism growth. This represents a potential economic strategy to boost the nation's travel sector.en.antaranews.com · Indonesia
BUSINESSJun 23MSCI keeps South Korea as emerging market, delays Indonesia review amid downgrade riskThe review comes amid hopes that Seoul could be included in MSCI's Developed Markets watchlist.CNBC
DISASTERJun 23Massive fire rips through Indonesia sandal factoryA massive fire destroyed a sandal factory in Tangerang, Indonesia, after it spread to a gas storage area.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSJun 23Indonesia hails China’s backing for panda bond amid investor concerns over rulesIndonesia’s efforts to woo back Chinese investors may be gaining traction after Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa returned from Beijing with a multibillion-dollar funding commitment and political backing for the Southeast Asian country’s debut yuan-denominated sovereign bond. Whether the bilateral talks translate into lasting investor confidence in Indonesia’s economic fundamentals remains to be seen, as global companies continue to weigh Jakarta’s shifting rules, challenging budget outlook...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 22Indonesia unveils 26 . 34 trillion rupiah stimulus to offset external shocks and rupiah slideIndonesia has unveiled a 26.34 trillion rupiah stimulus package to mitigate external economic shocks and address the depreciation of its currency. This measure aims to stabilize the national economy.businesstimes.com.sg · Singapore
SCI & TECHJun 22Hong Kong cockatoos could help save Indonesia’s endangered species, study showsHong Kong’s wild yellow-crested cockatoos may hold genetic traits that could help save the critically endangered species in Indonesia, a study has found. The study, published in the Evolutionary Applications journal in May, underscored the importance of conserving the city’s cockatoo population. Lead author Astrid Andersson from the University of Hong Kong’s school of biological sciences described these birds as a “backup”, preserving lineages of subspecies that may no longer exist in the...South China Morning Post
WORLDJun 22Nun walks with abuse survivors in the shadows of Indonesia tourism boomA nun is accompanying abuse survivors amid Indonesia's growing tourism industry. This highlights social issues related to abuse and support efforts in a developing context.globalsistersreport.org · United States
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
BUSINESSJun 20Grab ( GRAB ) to Consolidate Superbank Following Increased Shareholding in IndonesiaGrab plans to consolidate Superbank in Indonesia after increasing its shareholding. This indicates a strategic business move by Grab to expand its financial services presence in the region.finance.yahoo.com · United States
BUSINESSJun 20Cultural Economics of Indonesia : Role of Consumerism & CommunityThis article discusses the cultural economics of Indonesia, focusing on the influence of consumerism and community. It provides an analytical perspective on the interplay between cultural factors and economic behavior.indonesia-investments.com · Indonesia
MILITARYJun 20EUROSATORY 2026 - Milanion Group and RPAL / Republikorp Strengthen Indonesian Navy Maritime Capabilities Through USV Programme , with New AgreementMilanion Group and RPAL/Republikorp have signed a new agreement at EUROSATORY 2026 to enhance the Indonesian Navy's maritime capabilities through an Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) program. This collaboration represents a strategic development in naval technology.idrw.org · India