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Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:30 WIB
Warning: AI Content and Roblox! Paediatricians Warn of Digital Hallucination Dangers for Toddlers
Indonesia's government has formally implemented the Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Regulation No. 9 of 2026 (PP Tunas) to protect children from harmful digital content, requiring strict age verification systems and prohibiting children under 16 from accessing high-risk platforms. Paediatrician Bernie Endyarni Medise warns that increasingly realistic AI-generated content blurs the boundary between reality and fantasy for young children, with children under five ideally having no access to digital devices.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:29 WIB
Ministry of Cooperatives Partners with Islamic Boarding Schools to Develop Cooperatives and Economic Empowerment
The Ministry of Cooperatives has formally signed a cooperation agreement with Al Jam'iyatul Washliyah to strengthen cooperative development and economic empowerment of communities through training programmes, business development, and collaborative economic activities. Minister Ferry Juliantono emphasised that strengthening cooperatives is a constitutional mandate and a key policy focus of the Prabowo Subianto administration, with the government seeking to revitalise cooperative values such as kinship and mutual aid. The partnership will involve the Rolling Fund Management Institute for MSMEs in supporting and incubating cooperatives within Al Washliyah's network, including those based in Islamic boarding schools which possess substantial assets.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:29 WIB
Three Kidnappers of State Bank Branch Manager Ilham Pradipta Charged with Premeditated Murder
Three defendants—Candy (alias Ken), Dwi Hartono, and Antonius Aditia Maharjuni—have been charged with premeditated murder in connection with the kidnapping and killing of Mohammad Ilham Pradipta, a branch manager at a state-owned bank. Prosecutors allege the defendants orchestrated the crime after Ken's failed attempts to recruit bank branch heads to participate in an illegal fund transfer scheme involving dormant accounts worth approximately 455 billion rupiah.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:28 WIB
Metro Police Chief Emphasises Professionalism Among Young Officers
The Head of Metro Jakarta Police, Inspector General Asep Edi Suheri, has stressed the importance of discipline and professionalism to 1,000 newly graduated junior and non-commissioned officers from the Mobile Brigade Basic Training Programme 2026. The officers were instructed that their education marks the beginning, not the end, of their service to the nation, and they must act with both firmness and humanity in serving the community.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:28 WIB
Prabowo instructs officials: Eid open houses should not be excessively lavish
President Prabowo Subianto has instructed government officials to avoid hosting overly lavish open houses during Eid al-Fitr 1447 AH, citing the need to set a good example for the public and noting ongoing disaster situations in Sumatra. He also cautioned against completely cancelling festivities to ensure the economy continues functioning.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:25 WIB
China Insulated from Crisis: Impact across Various Investment Instruments
The article analyses why China maintains secure access to Iranian oil through the Strait of Hormuz whilst Western vessels face security threats and rising insurance costs, examining the geopolitical and economic implications for global markets and investment portfolios. It attributes China's immunity to a 25-year strategic partnership worth $400 billion, utilisation of "dark fleet" tankers, and infrastructure diversification including the Jask terminal, which collectively threaten US economic hegemony and dollar dominance. The analysis recommends a resilient investment strategy incorporating gold as a hedge, exposure to American energy stocks via S&P 500, Chinese technology equities, and careful management of Nasdaq-heavy portfolios amid potential stagflation risks.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:24 WIB
Armed Forces Spokesman Explains Rationale for Alert Level 3 Status
The Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) commander has downgraded the military alert status from Level 1 to Level 3 across all personnel. The TNI's Public Information Chief stated that the downgrade remains part of operational readiness protocols, with all service members remaining prepared to respond to assignments whilst continuing routine duties at their respective units.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:23 WIB
Police Reveal Condition of KontraS Activist Following Corrosive Liquid Attack
Police have disclosed details regarding the condition of Andrie Yunus, 27, Deputy Coordinator of the Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (KontraS), who was attacked with corrosive liquid by an unknown assailant in Jakarta's Salemba area on 12 March 2026. The victim sustained burns to his chest, face, and hands and is currently undergoing medical treatment. National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo has given special attention to the case, with investigations being conducted scientifically to identify the perpetrator and determine the motive.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:20 WIB
CPO Production Reaches 51.66 Million Tonnes in 2025, Up 7.26 Per Cent
Indonesia's crude palm oil (CPO) production reached 51.66 million tonnes in 2025, marking a 7.26 per cent increase from 48.16 million tonnes in 2024, according to the Indonesian Palm Oil Producers Association (GAPKI). Combined CPO and palm kernel oil (PKO) production totalled 56.55 million tonnes, with domestic consumption rising 3.82 per cent, driven primarily by a 10.97 per cent surge in biodiesel consumption following the increase of the biodiesel blend mandate from 35 to 40 per cent.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:19 WIB
Former Taspen Chief Executive Antonius Kosasih Files Cassation Appeal to Supreme Court Over Fictional Investment Case
Former PT Taspen chief executive Antonius Kosasih has filed a cassation appeal with Indonesia's Supreme Court to challenge his 10-year prison sentence in a fictional investment fraud case. The Jakarta High Court had previously upheld the conviction and ordered Kosasih to pay compensation of Rp 29.152 billion plus various foreign currencies. A co-defendant, Ekiawan Heri Primaryanto, did not appeal his 9-year sentence, which is now final.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:19 WIB
Three Central Java Regents Caught in KPK Sting Operation in Early 2026
Three regents in Central Java's Pati Regency were arrested in a corruption sting operation by Indonesia's Anti-Corruption Commission (KPK) in January 2026. The operation resulted in the seizure of 2.6 billion rupiah in cash allegedly linked to extortion related to village administrative positions. The KPK alleges the officials systematically collected bribes from candidates seeking village administrative posts, with charges filed under Indonesia's anti-corruption laws.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:18 WIB
Parliamentary Education Commission Supports Ban on Instant AI in Schools to Prevent Student Dependency
Indonesia's parliamentary education commission has endorsed a government ban on instant AI tools such as ChatGPT for primary and secondary school students, arguing that students must develop critical thinking rather than depend on technology for immediate answers. The commission welcomes plans to integrate artificial intelligence and coding into the curriculum as educational subjects whilst maintaining strong regulatory frameworks, and supports the government's development of child-safe AI platforms.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:18 WIB
Sexual Violence Victim Services in Indonesia Remain Unequal
One in four Indonesian women aged 15–64 have experienced physical or sexual violence in their lifetimes, according to the 2024 National Women's Life Experience Survey, yet most cases go unreported due to social stigma and limited service access. The government has issued Presidential Regulation No. 55 of 2024 to establish coordinated protection services, but implementation faces significant challenges including inadequate hospital capacity, uneven geographic distribution of services, and the need for stronger community support networks to encourage survivors to seek help.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:17 WIB
Human Rights Minister Pigai Demands Thorough Investigation into Acid Attack on Kontras Activist
Human Rights Minister Natalius Pigai has condemned an acid attack on Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of Kontras (Commission for the Disappeared and Victims of Violence), which occurred in Central Jakarta on 12 March. Yunus suffered 24 per cent burns to his body following the assault by two unidentified perpetrators on a motorcycle, and Pigai has called for a swift and objective police investigation to bring the attackers to justice and uphold the rule of law.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:15 WIB
Prabowo Orders TNI to Deploy Vessels to Assist Mudik Operations for Eid 2026
President Prabowo Subianto has instructed the Indonesian Military (TNI) Navy and Army to mobilise vessels during the 2026 Eid mudik season to facilitate citizens' homecoming travel. In a Red-and-White Cabinet meeting, Prabowo also tasked the police and transport ministry with implementing fare discounts, improving service quality at rest areas and transport hubs, and ensuring timely distribution of holiday allowances and food aid to 35 million vulnerable households.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:15 WIB
Danantara Announces Waste-to-Energy Partner for Greater Bogor
Danantara Indonesia has selected Zhejiang Weiming Environment Protection Co., Ltd. as the operational partner for a Waste-to-Energy facility in Greater Bogor, following a comprehensive selection process outlined in Presidential Decree No. 109/2025. The facility will operate with a focus on strong operational reliability, responsible environmental management, and technology transfer collaboration with local stakeholders.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:14 WIB
Odd-Even Traffic Restrictions for Eid Holiday Travel: Police Confirm No Law Enforcement
Indonesian police have announced that whilst implementing odd-even vehicle restrictions on toll roads during the 2026 Eid holiday travel period, they will not enforce these regulations with legal penalties. The government anticipates 143.9 million trips during this period, with peak travel expected around 14-15 March and return journeys peaking on 24-25 March.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:14 WIB
President Prabowo urges holistic preparations for Eid al-Fitr
President Prabowo has issued comprehensive directives to cabinet members and security officials to ensure safe and comfortable Eid al-Fitr homecoming celebrations, instructing ministers to implement transport fare reductions, mobilise security forces, distribute social assistance accurately, and maintain food price stability. The government is prioritising welfare measures including on-time payment of Eid bonuses (THR) for state workers and announcing subsidies for online taxi drivers, whilst stressing the importance of safeguarding the economy amid global uncertainties.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:13 WIB
Police Give Special Attention to Acid Attacks on Kontras Activist, Pledge Thorough Investigation
The Indonesian National Police have pledged a thorough investigation into an alleged acid attack on Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of the Commission for the Disappeared and Victims of Violence (Kontras), in central Jakarta on 12 March 2026. Yunus suffered burns covering 24 per cent of his body and is currently receiving medical treatment; Kontras believes the attack was intended to silence human rights advocates and demands protection under Indonesian human rights legislation.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 18:13 WIB
Finance Minister Denies Rupiah Collapse, Claims Only 0.3 Percent Depreciation
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa rejected claims that the rupiah currency has collapsed, stating that since the onset of geopolitical tensions, the rupiah has depreciated only 0.3 percent. He cited stable indicators including Indonesia's five-year Credit Default Swap premium and strong investor confidence, arguing that domestic market participants are the primary source of pessimism rather than international investors.
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