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Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:31 WIB
Former Head of DKI Environment Agency Named Suspect in Bantargebang Landslide, Rano: A Consequence That Must Be Borne
Jakarta's Deputy Governor Rano Karno has responded to the naming of former DKI Environment Agency head Asep Kuswanto as a suspect in the Bantargebang waste landfill landslide case, emphasising respect for the ongoing legal process and the provincial government's commitment to cooperation and legal assistance. The incident, which killed seven people in March 2026, stemmed from improper waste management practices, serving as a critical lesson for all regional agencies on enhancing waste handling from source to technological utilisation amid Jakarta's daily 7,000-tonne waste challenge. This development underscores the accountability measures in environmental governance and the long-term pressures on ageing facilities like the decades-old Bantargebang site.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:30 WIB
ADRO's 2026 Dividend Reaches Rp 3.38 Trillion, Here is the Distribution Schedule
PT Alamtri Resources Indonesia Tbk (ADRO) has approved a cash dividend distribution for the 2025 fiscal year amounting to US$197.5 million, equivalent to approximately Rp 3.38 trillion, based on strong financial performance including a net profit of US$447.7 million. The decision was made at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on 17 April 2026, with the dividend reflecting the company's unrestricted retained earnings of US$3.22 billion. The distribution schedule includes cum dividend dates starting 27 April 2026 and payment on 8 May 2026, underscoring ADRO's commitment to shareholder returns in the mining sector.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:30 WIB
Maintaining Stability and Productive Economic Growth, Purbaya Outlines Indonesia's Three Main Pillars
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has outlined three key pillars—investment, industrialisation, and productivity—to drive a shift towards more productive, value-added economic growth in Indonesia while ensuring stability and job creation. He expressed optimism for 5.4-6% growth in 2026, supported by solid fundamentals including 5.11% growth in 2025, low inflation, controlled deficits, and a 70-month trade surplus streak, despite global tensions. The government is maintaining fiscal discipline, leveraging synergies between fiscal and monetary policies, and building fiscal buffers to mitigate risks like energy price shocks from Middle East conflicts.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:29 WIB
Video: China Furious Over Seizure of Iranian Ship - Europe Begins Opening Doors to Migrants
China has officially responded to the United States' seizure of the Iranian-flagged vessel Touska, demanding the resumption of peaceful talks between Iran and the US following the incident. Meanwhile, long queues formed in southern Spain on Monday as authorities opened counters for a mass amnesty programme targeting undocumented migrants, with applicants lining up outside immigration offices from early morning. This development signals a potential shift in Europe's migration policies amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:28 WIB
Head of National Nutrition Agency Addresses Claims of Rp 1.2 Trillion IT Budget
The Head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN), Dadan Hindayana, has responded to concerns over a reported Rp 1.2 trillion budget for the National Nutrition Fulfilment Information System (SIPGN) and related IT and IoT services, emphasising strict oversight and compliance with regulations. He highlighted the involvement of Perum Peruri as a transformed high-security technology provider under Government Regulation No. 6 of 2019, ensuring transparency and good corporate governance to safeguard national nutrition data sovereignty. Of the allocation, Rp 550 billion is dedicated to developing the SIPGN application, with BGN committed to timely implementation for real-time monitoring of targeted nutrition distribution.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:28 WIB
PKB: Domestic Workers Protection Act a Milestone in Legal Protection for Household Workers
The National Awakening Party (PKB) has hailed the enactment of the Domestic Workers Protection Bill (RUU PPRT) into law as a pivotal milestone in Indonesia's pursuit of social justice, providing essential legal safeguards for over five million vulnerable household workers, predominantly women. The legislation not only recognises domestic work as dignified labour but also ensures access to social security and complaint mechanisms against rights violations, addressing longstanding issues of exploitation and discrimination in the informal sector. While PKB emphasises the government's and DPR's commitment to protecting vulnerable groups, it stresses that the real challenge lies in effective implementation, including derivative regulations, enhanced oversight, and public education to foster equitable employer-employee relations.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:27 WIB
Indonesia Targets 100% Waste Management by 2029: Challenges and Solutions
The Indonesian government aims to achieve 100% waste management by 2029, but faces significant hurdles in funding and governance, as highlighted by Waste4Change CEO Mohammad Bijaksana Junerosano. Key challenges include limited local budgets prioritising education and health over waste infrastructure, with an estimated need for Rp146-186 trillion in investments and Rp48-56 trillion annually for operations, where APBD covers only 20-30%. Solutions proposed involve circular economy models, extended producer responsibility, transparent community levies, and declaring waste emergencies at the local level to foster sustainable financing and cross-sector collaboration.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:27 WIB
Habiburokhman Reveals Progress on Judicial Positions Bill, Ensuring Judges' Aspirations Are Incorporated
Habiburokhman, Chairman of the DPR RI Commission III, has announced that the Judicial Positions Bill (RUU Jabatan Hakim) is in the early stages of absorbing input from stakeholders, particularly judges. Learning from past criticisms of the Criminal Procedure Code (KUHAP) process, the commission has formally invited the Indonesian Judges Association (Ikahi) and engaged in intensive communications with judges across Indonesia to ensure meaningful participation from the drafting phase. This approach aims to maximally accommodate all relevant aspirations, enhancing the bill's legitimacy and effectiveness in regulating judicial roles.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:27 WIB
Sylviana Murni says men are not competitors but partners
Sylviana Murni, former Deputy Governor of DKI Jakarta for Culture and Tourism, emphasised during a Kartini Day podcast that men should be viewed as supportive partners rather than competitors, highlighting the importance of mutual learning and encouragement in relationships. She shared her experiences from 31 years in bureaucracy, advocating for women to strengthen their self-capacity through education, professionalism, and discipline to overcome structural challenges. Additionally, Murni stressed the need for women to build credibility through performance, collaboration, and networking while maintaining their ethical identity in a metropolitan setting.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:26 WIB
Domestic Workers Protection Bill Officially Passed, Nurul Arifin: Kartini's Spirit Must Be Present in Tangible Policies
Indonesia's House of Representatives has officially passed the Domestic Workers Protection Bill (RUU PPRT), marking a significant step towards safeguarding the rights of vulnerable female workers, particularly in domestic roles, in line with the emancipatory spirit of Raden Ajeng Kartini. The legislation prohibits wage deductions by placement agencies, mandates legal registration and central government licensing for such agencies, and ensures social security coverage for health and employment. This move not only combats exploitative practices but also aligns with the 2026 Kartini Day theme of empowering women to protect children and advance towards a Golden Indonesia in 2045, with ripple effects on family welfare.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:24 WIB
Pramono's Official Visit to Four Countries, Speaking at Kyoto University
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has embarked on an official trip to four Asian countries: Taiwan, Shenzhen in China, Jeju in South Korea, and Kyoto in Japan, starting on 21 April 2026. A key highlight of the visit is his role as a speaker at Kyoto University, where he will present on topics related to Jakarta. Deputy Governor Rano Karno stated that the trip, aimed at yielding positive outcomes, will conclude by the end of April 2026, with further details on the presentation to be provided later.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:24 WIB
US Urges Its Citizens to Leave Iraq Immediately!
The US Embassy in Baghdad has issued an updated travel warning, urging American citizens in Iraq to depart the country without delay due to ongoing threats from Iran-backed militias planning attacks on US interests. This advisory comes amid heightened regional tensions following joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February, which prompted retaliatory missile and drone assaults, though a two-week ceasefire mediated by Pakistan has been in effect since early April. The embassy remains operational but advises against visiting its facilities, citing significant security risks.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:23 WIB
Parliament Approves Domestic Workers Protection Bill as Law
Indonesia's House of Representatives (DPR) has unanimously approved the Domestic Workers Protection Bill (RUU PPRT), enacting it into law after two decades of deliberation, just in time for Kartini Day on 21 April. The legislation establishes protections based on family principles, human rights, justice, welfare, and legal certainty, including rights to social security, vocational training, and recruitment regulations via placement agencies. It also prohibits wage deductions by agencies, empowers local communities for oversight to prevent violence, and provides exceptions for minors or married individuals already working as domestic workers.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:22 WIB
DPR Member Welcomes Domestic Workers Protection Bill Officially Becoming Law, Highlights Key Points
Nurul Arifin, a Golkar Party member of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR), has praised the enactment of the Domestic Workers Protection Bill (RUU PPRT) into law as a significant step towards safeguarding vulnerable women, particularly domestic workers, in line with the spirit of Raden Ajeng Kartini. The new legislation prohibits placement agencies from deducting workers' wages, mandates official licensing and legal status for such agencies, and ensures access to health and employment social security benefits, aiming to eliminate exploitative practices. This development reinforces the 2026 Kartini Day theme of 'Empowered Women, Protected Children, towards Golden Indonesia 2045', with positive ripple effects on family welfare.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:22 WIB
MSCI Delays Indonesia Stock Rebalancing, Foreign Funds Potentially to Exit
Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) has extended the rebalancing of the Indonesian stock index until May 2026, potentially leading to an outflow of up to Rp 15 trillion in passive foreign funds, which could pressure the Composite Stock Price Index (IHSG) in the short term. Market analysts note that while the decision was largely anticipated, the technical risks from these outflows remain significant, particularly impacting the energy and infrastructure sectors dominated by large-cap issuers like PT Dian Swastatika Sentosa Tbk (DSSA) and PT Barito Renewables Energy Tbk (BREN). This delay stems from MSCI's ongoing review of capital market reforms and their effects on investment accessibility in Indonesia.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:22 WIB
Advantages of Chinese cars that attract Indonesian consumers' interest
Automotive expert Yannes Martinus Pasaribu from the Bandung Institute of Technology highlights competitive pricing and abundant features, such as advanced ADAS, large screens, panoramic sunroofs, and modern designs, as key reasons why Chinese-made cars are gaining popularity among Indonesian consumers, particularly millennials and Gen Z. Chinese manufacturers' ability to quickly integrate the latest technologies gives them an edge over Japanese brands in similar price segments, further enhanced by local assembly improving access to spare parts and after-sales service. Government incentives for electric vehicles are significantly boosting the competitiveness and adoption of Chinese EVs in Indonesia.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:22 WIB
Electric Vehicle Tax Rules Change, GAC Indonesia Awaits Specific Figures
The Indonesian government has introduced new regulations under Minister of Home Affairs Regulation No. 11 of 2026, subjecting battery-based electric vehicles to motor vehicle tax (PKB) and motor vehicle ownership transfer duty (BBNKB), ending their previous full tax exemption. GAC Aion Indonesia's CEO, Andry Ciu, noted that while the company anticipates the changes, it is awaiting precise implementation details from provincial governments, which may vary by region and include potential incentives. Despite the tax hikes, such as BBNKB rising from 0% to 25%, Andry remains optimistic, asserting that electric vehicles will still offer significant cost savings of up to 75% compared to traditional vehicles.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:21 WIB
Police Raid Vape Cartridge Factory Containing Etomidate in Tangerang
Police from the Metro Jaya Police Narcotics Directorate uncovered a clandestine laboratory producing etomidate, a Schedule II narcotic, in an apartment in Tangerang, leading to the arrest of a 40-year-old Malaysian national suspected of managing and operating the production of etomidate-infused vape cartridges. Authorities seized over 2.5 kilograms of etomidate powder, 30 litres of propylene glycol, hundreds of filled cartridges, and production equipment, estimated to yield nearly 381,000 ready-to-distribute cartridges with a street value of Rp762 billion, potentially saving over 380,000 lives in Jakarta from drug abuse. Preliminary investigations indicate the suspect had already distributed around 1,409 such cartridges, and further inquiries are ongoing.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:21 WIB
Social Assistance for PKH and BPNT in Quarter II to Be Disbursed Soon: Check if Your Name is Included!
The Indonesian government is set to disburse social assistance under the Family Hope Programme (PKH) and Non-Cash Food Assistance (BPNT) for the second quarter of 2026, aiming to enhance welfare and meet basic needs amid economic pressures. Beneficiaries can verify their eligibility through the official Cek Bansos app or website using their NIK, with aid amounts varying by category such as Rp750,000 for pregnant women and young children or Rp200,000 monthly for BPNT to combat stunting. This programme targets the poorest deciles based on dynamic welfare assessments, ensuring transparent and targeted support to vulnerable households.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 12:21 WIB
Golkar to Celebrate National Easter, Inviting Thousands of Cadres and Religious Figures
The Golkar Party is set to host a National Easter celebration on 24 April 2026 at the Senayan Indoor Tennis venue in Jakarta, featuring music performances and national reflection, while inviting around 3,500 cadres and leaders from Christian organisations such as PGI and KWI to underscore its commitment to pluralism and Pancasila values. The event, organised internally but with interfaith involvement, will include social aid distribution, including church renovations and support for orphanages across religious denominations, aiming to foster inclusivity and unity in Indonesia's diverse society. This initiative reflects Golkar's tradition of honouring major religious holidays, following unfulfilled plans for a Christmas event last year.
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