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Wed, 22 Apr 2026, 00:30 WIB
Purbaya opens opportunities for China to issue bonds in Indonesia
Indonesian Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has opened the door for China to issue bonds in the domestic market as part of reciprocal financial cooperation discussed with his Chinese counterpart Lan Fo’an during the IMF-World Bank Spring Meeting in Washington, DC. In return, Indonesia plans to issue Yuan-denominated Panda Bonds in China to leverage lower interest rates around 2.3 per cent, aiming to reduce the country's cost of capital. This strategy has already been communicated to US bond investors, resulting in a significant increase in incoming bids and demonstrating Indonesia's access to more efficient funding alternatives.
Wed, 22 Apr 2026, 00:17 WIB
Trade Minister: Cooking oil supply secure, price rise triggered by plastic packaging costs
Indonesia's Trade Minister Budi Santoso has assured that the supply of cooking oil remains ample and secure, attributing recent price increases to rising costs of plastic packaging rather than any shortages in raw materials. While the popular Minyakita brand is priced at Rp15,900 per litre, exceeding the government's maximum retail price of Rp15,700, premium variants have seen sharper rises to Rp21,796 per litre. The government is coordinating with producers and the plastics industry to stabilise packaging costs and prevent undue price hikes, emphasising the need to maintain affordability for consumers without adjusting the regulated price cap yet.
Wed, 22 Apr 2026, 00:14 WIB
Banten Ministry of Hajj: Prospective Hajj Pilgrims Undergo Regular Health Checks
The Banten Provincial Office of the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has confirmed that all prospective Hajj pilgrims (JCH) undergo strict and regular health examinations before departure to ensure their fitness, despite many being elderly and 25-30% classified as high-risk. Medical personnel will accompany the pilgrims throughout the journey to the Holy Land and back, with all necessary medications and potential risks anticipated. Officials urged pilgrims to maintain health, follow instructions, and exhibit disciplined, courteous behaviour to uphold the nation's reputation.
Wed, 22 Apr 2026, 00:10 WIB
Outrage! Truck Full of Suspected Illegal iPhone Packages Seized in Sidoarjo
Indonesian police have seized a truck containing logistics packages suspected to be part of an illegal mobile phone import operation in Sidoarjo, East Java, as an extension of a prior case uncovered in Jakarta where two suspects were named. The raid targeted a warehouse owned by PT TSL, a parent company allegedly using shell entities to smuggle iPhones via air cargo at Juanda International Airport, with potential for additional arrests. This operation follows the confiscation of over 56,000 iPhones, Android phones, and non-compliant accessories worth Rp235 billion in Jakarta, highlighting ongoing efforts to curb illegal imports and substandard goods entering the domestic market, including via e-commerce platforms.
Wed, 22 Apr 2026, 00:05 WIB
Cak Imin: Domestic Workers Protection Law Ushers in New Era of Humanising Humanity
Muhaimin Iskandar, known as Cak Imin and Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment, has welcomed the passage of the Domestic Workers Protection Act (UU PPRT), describing it as the culmination of decades of advocacy and a milestone towards more equitable and humane employment relations. He highlighted that the law marks a new era of humanising humanity and ensuring workplace equality, though implementation may face challenges such as employers' inability to meet obligations, which he suggested could be addressed through mutual agreements. The Indonesian Parliament approved the bill in a plenary session on 21 April 2026, following a report from the Legislation Body and unanimous consent from factions.
Wed, 22 Apr 2026, 00:01 WIB
Gibran's Admission of Not Being Deterred from Visiting Yahukimo Despite Previous Cancellation Due to KKB Threats
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has reaffirmed his commitment to visiting Yahukimo in Papua Pegunungan, despite a prior postponement in January 2026 due to security threats from the Armed Criminal Group (KKB). During his dialogue with TNI families, Gibran highlighted the challenges of the visit but expressed no regrets, emphasising the need to optimise President Prabowo Subianto's priority programmes such as free nutritious meals (MBG) and free health checks (CKG) in remote areas. He praised the TNI for ensuring the smooth conduct of his three-hour working visit, which included inspections of MBG implementation and health facilities.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:58 WIB
Prospective Hajj pilgrims from Karawang divided into five embarkation groups this year
The Hajj and Umrah Ministry Office in Karawang, West Java, has announced that 1,783 prospective Hajj pilgrims from the area will be divided into five embarkation groups for this year's pilgrimage to the Holy Land. The first departure is scheduled for Friday, 24 April, with the largest group of 439 pilgrims from Kloter 4, followed by subsequent waves in May 2026. Officials urge pilgrims to maintain physical health, follow rest patterns, and comply with flight regulations to ensure smooth departures.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:57 WIB
Expert: Uniform Incentives for EVs Needed Across All Regions
An automotive industry expert from the Bandung Institute of Technology has called for uniform incentives, such as a minimum 50% tax reduction, for electric vehicles (EVs) across all Indonesian regions to sustain the sector's growth amid new regulations. This push comes in response to the Ministry of Trade Regulation No. 11 of 2026, which removes EVs from exemptions on motor vehicle tax (PKB) and vehicle transfer tax (BBNKB), allowing local governments flexibility in applying incentives. The measures have driven significant market expansion, with EV sales achieving a 15.9% market share and hybrid vehicles growing by 21.3% in the first quarter, supported by benefits like maintenance savings and exemption from odd-even traffic restrictions.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:52 WIB
Governor entrusts Hajj pilgrims to pray for NTB's prosperity while in Saudi Arabia
West Nusa Tenggara Governor Lalu Muhamad Iqbal urged departing Hajj pilgrims to pray for the province's prosperity, welfare, and protection from disasters during their pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, emphasising the spiritual significance of such prayers from sacred sites. He highlighted the new Ministry of Hajj and Umrah under President Prabowo as a positive step for better pilgrimage services and reminded pilgrims to represent Indonesia and NTB positively abroad, drawing from his international experiences. This year's quota includes 5,798 pilgrims from NTB in 15 batches, plus 80 support staff, with the first batch of 393 departing smoothly from Lombok.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:45 WIB
Kemkomdigi to Build 1,282 Internet Village Sites in 2025
The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Kemkomdigi) has established 1,282 fixed broadband access points across 22 villages in six provinces as part of its Internet Village programme to promote equitable connectivity in rural areas. The initiative supports household activities, MSMEs, and public facilities by providing inclusive, high-quality, and affordable internet access, alongside technical training for vocational students in fibre optic networks and telecommunications operations. In regions like Deli Serdang, North Sumatra, the programme has significantly reduced the need for residents to travel long distances for stable internet, enhancing productivity and digitalisation for small businesses.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:40 WIB
Kartini Day: Tini Indrayanthi Benyamin and Truetami Ajeng Pilar Encourage Intelligent and Independent Women
On Kartini Day, Tini Indrayanthi Benyamin, Chair of the Family Welfare Empowerment Movement Team (TP PKK) in South Tangerang City, emphasises the need for modern women to balance personal development, family roles, and moral values, including digital literacy to guide their children. Truetami Ajeng Pilar, Chair of the Indonesian Crafts and Arts Council (Dekranasda) in the same city, highlights the resilience of contemporary 'Kartinis' who achieve economic independence while maintaining family responsibilities and integrating intelligence, modernity, and religiosity. Their messages underscore the ongoing struggle for women's emancipation in Indonesia, promoting self-reliance, education, and ethical conduct amid evolving societal challenges.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:39 WIB
Public Stigma Against Criminal Offenders Drives New Criminal Procedure Code
Indonesia's government is advancing a new Criminal Procedure Code (KUHAP) and Criminal Code (KUHP) to combat societal stigmatisation of offenders, promoting non-custodial sentences and humane punishment paradigms. Deputy Minister of Law Prof. Edward Omar Sharif Hiariej highlighted that community stigma often leads to recidivism by hindering social reintegration, a key focus of the 2023 KUHP and 2025 KUHAP. This shift towards restorative justice, including judicial forgiveness provisions, aligns with universal principles emphasising rehabilitation over incarceration.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:37 WIB
Education Department to Soon Open Registration for 11 Free Private Schools in West Jakarta
The Jakarta Education Agency, through its West Jakarta Region 1 Sub-Department, will open registrations in June 2026 for 11 free private schools under the 2026/2027 academic year as part of the New Student Admission System. This initiative, prioritising areas without public schools, aims to enhance equitable access to quality education, with selected schools meeting strict criteria including accreditation and full grade offerings. By subsidising private institutions, the programme addresses financial barriers and shortages in public facilities, ensuring no child is denied education due to cost or location.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:36 WIB
Psychiatrist: Patriarchal stigma causes sexual violence victims to choose silence
Psychiatrist Dr Elvine Gunawan highlights how entrenched patriarchal stigma in Indonesian society silences victims of sexual violence, exacerbating their psychological burden through victim-blaming and social pressures. She notes that this leads to underreporting, with sexual violence comprising 37.51% of verified complaints but likely far more prevalent due to unreported cases, and warns of risks like anxiety, depression, and prolonged trauma from self-stigma. Gunawan calls for societal shifts through education on consent, empathy, and supportive environments to empower victims and enhance women's protection beyond mere regulations.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:36 WIB
Minister Arifah: Enactment of Domestic Workers Protection Law Proves State's Presence in Safeguarding PRT Rights
Minister for Women's Empowerment and Child Protection, Arifah Fauzi, has hailed the passage of the Domestic Workers Protection Law (UU PPRT) as concrete evidence of the state's commitment to safeguarding the rights of domestic workers in Indonesia. The law ensures fair wages, working hours, social security, and protection from violence and discrimination, while addressing the prevalence of child labour in the sector, where 84% of the 4.2 million domestic workers are women and 20% are under 18. This legislation marks a pivotal step in recognising care work as integral to the nation's social and economic resilience, coinciding with Kartini Day and ahead of Labour Day.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:30 WIB
Rosan Affirms Foreign Investment Interest in Indonesia Remains High
Investment Minister Rosan Roeslani has stated that foreign investor interest in Indonesia continues to be strong, evidenced by sustained investment realisations and significant growth targets over the past decade, despite global geopolitical tensions. President Prabowo Subianto is pushing to enhance the national investment climate by eliminating inefficient regulations and benchmarking policies against ASEAN neighbours and OECD standards to accelerate domestic investment. This strategy aims to build a more efficient, transparent, and competitive environment, fostering long-term economic growth and higher value-added transformation.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:29 WIB
Ministry of Hajj: First Batch from Medan Embarkation Departs for Holy Land in Early Hours
The first batch of 360 prospective Hajj pilgrims from Medan embarkation, originating from Binjai and Medan in North Sumatra, is scheduled to depart for Madinah, Saudi Arabia, aboard Garuda Indonesia at 03:05 WIB on Wednesday. This departure reflects government adjustments to the Hajj scheme for 5,922 pilgrims from the province, introducing new services to enhance comfort and security, including use of the international terminal and airbridge at Kualanamu Airport to minimise risks. Officials hope this ensures a smooth pilgrimage, allowing devotees to perform their rites in safety and serenity, aiming for a blessed Hajj.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:23 WIB
Blockage of Water Channel in West Jakarta's Tambora: 42.5 Tonnes of Rubbish Removed by Officials and Residents
In Tambora, West Jakarta, a collaborative effort by officials and residents removed 42.5 tonnes of rubbish that had blocked a connecting water channel in front of Mitra Market, aiming to normalise water flow and eliminate unpleasant odours. The initiative involved 130 personnel from the Water Resources Agency and 35 community representatives, highlighting issues of low public awareness and waste dumping from nearby markets as primary causes. Subsequent dredging of sediment will be undertaken by the West Jakarta Water Resources Sub-Department to ensure long-term maintenance of the drainage system.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:22 WIB
EV Manufacturers Monitor Market Response to New Tax Regulations
GAC Aion, an electric vehicle manufacturer, is closely observing market reactions to Indonesia's new tax rules under Minister of Home Affairs Regulation No. 11 of 2026, which ends exemptions for electric vehicles from motor vehicle tax (PKB) and vehicle ownership transfer duty (BBNKB). The company anticipates potential price increases but awaits precise tax figures to adjust strategies, while expressing hope for renewed government subsidies to accelerate EV adoption. Although the regulation mandates taxation, local governments retain flexibility to offer exemptions or reductions, leading to varying policies across regions.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 23:15 WIB
NTT Provincial Police Launch Violence-Free Village for Women and Children in Kupang
The NTT Provincial Police have launched the Violence-Free Village for Women and Children (Bekapan) programme in Naikoten 1 Ward, Kupang City, as part of intensified efforts to prevent violence against women and children. The initiative, led by the Directorate of Criminal Investigation for Women and Children Protection and Anti-Trafficking in Persons, includes the "Rumah Bahagia" facility for psychological and social support for victims, reflecting the police chief's commitment to community-based protection systems. Local authorities have expressed full support, aiming for strong synergy between government, police, and the community to create a safe and caring environment.
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