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Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:31 WIB
The Story of a Mother in Ngawi Combating Stunting Through Sun Soup
In Ngawi, East Java, a nutritional post initiative called Pos Gizi Dapur Sehat Atasi Stunting provides pregnant women like Novi, who faces chronic energy deficiency risks, with nutrient-rich meals such as "Sun Soup" made from local ingredients including chicken, moringa leaves, and fish. This programme not only offers ready-to-eat food but also educates participants on preparing balanced meals at home to prevent low birth weight and stunting in newborns. Supported by the PASTI WVI initiative, the effort emphasises early education for adolescent girls on nutrition and anaemia prevention to address stunting at its root causes, highlighting the importance of community empowerment in Indonesia's public health strategy.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:30 WIB
Business Owners Relocate Offices from Dubai to Singapore-Hong Kong Due to War
Business owners in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are relocating their offices to Singapore and Hong Kong amid the ongoing war in the Middle East, creating opportunities for investment shifts in Asia. Indonesian business leaders, including Hippindo Chairman Budihardjo Iduansjah and Kadin Chairman Anindya Bakrie, highlight this as a potential momentum for Indonesia to attract such investments, drawing parallels to the US-China trade war that previously boosted manufacturing moves to the country. This phenomenon underscores how geopolitical tensions drive rapid business relocations to stable, ready-to-use destinations in the region.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:29 WIB
Danareksa Restructured into Investment Manager, Targeting Rp 185 Trillion in Assets Under Management
The State-Owned Enterprises Management Agency (BP BUMN) and Danantara are restructuring PT Danareksa to transform it into a dedicated asset management company, aiming to manage up to Rp 185 trillion in funds by merging four state-owned investment managers. This shift ends Danareksa's role as a multi-sector holding and positions it as Indonesia's second-largest asset manager, aligning with broader government efforts to streamline 167 SOEs for enhanced efficiency without job cuts. The consolidation is part of an ongoing presidential directive to refocus SOEs on core businesses across various sectors.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:29 WIB
Three KPBI Demands to Prabowo: Request for "Daycare" Facilities and Fair Wages for Workers
The General Chairman of the Indonesian Workers' Confederation (KPBI), Ilhamsyah, presented three key demands to President Prabowo Subianto during the 2026 May Day celebrations, focusing on improving workers' welfare. These include establishing daycare facilities in industrial areas to support young families, developing integrated housing near industrial zones to reduce commuting burdens and housing costs, and strengthening effective labour inspections to ensure compliance with employment laws and prevent exploitative practices. The demands highlight the ongoing challenges faced by Indonesian workers and the need for government intervention to uphold constitutional rights and enhance social equity.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:28 WIB
Global Risks Rise, Government Maintains Purchasing Power through Incentives and Energy Prices
Amid rising global risks and projected slowdowns in 2026, the Indonesian government is bolstering strategies to protect public purchasing power by mitigating economic turbulence via fiscal incentives and stabilising energy prices. Secretary of the Coordinating Ministry for the Economy, Susiwijono Moegiarso, highlighted prepared policy scenarios to address uncertainties from high inflation and geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Middle East, which have disrupted commodity markets and supply chains. Concrete measures include import duty exemptions on strategic raw materials, deregulation to boost investment, social protection programmes, and the formation of a cross-ministerial task force to coordinate growth-enhancing initiatives, underscoring the government's commitment to economic stability and national interests.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:27 WIB
DPR Leadership Receives Labour Audience During 2026 May Day Action
The leadership of Indonesia's House of Representatives (DPR) met with labour representatives from the Gerakan Buruh Bersama Rakyat (Gebrak) alliance during the 2026 International Labour Day protests outside the DPR building in Jakarta. The audience, attended by Deputy Speaker Sufmi Dasco Ahmad and members of Commission IX, focused on urging the DPR and government to reform labour policies following the Constitutional Court's ruling on the Omnibus Law on Job Creation. This event highlights ongoing tensions over workers' rights, including wage systems, severance pay, and employment status, amid broader May Day commemorations.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:26 WIB
Prabowo's Gift to Ride-Hailing Drivers! Revenue Share Increases to 92%
President Prabowo Subianto has signed Presidential Regulation No. 27 of 2026 to protect online transportation workers, mandating accident insurance coverage through BPJS Health and health insurance for drivers. The regulation also raises the revenue share for ojek online (ojol) drivers from 80% to a minimum of 92%, limiting platform fees to 8%. This move, announced during May Day celebrations, underscores the government's commitment to improving conditions for informal workers and the disabled, alongside broader labour protections.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:24 WIB
18,860 Cikarang Workers Join Monas Rally to Commemorate May Day
Nearly 19,000 workers from Cikarang's industrial areas in Bekasi Regency, West Java, converged on Jakarta's National Monument to celebrate International Labour Day 2026, as directed by the central government. Some groups proceeded to the DPR and MPR buildings, while others marked the occasion at a local campsite, highlighting demands including the abolition of outsourcing, rejection of low wages, cessation of unilateral layoffs, and evaluation of apprenticeship programs. This centralized event, attended by the President, underscores ongoing labour advocacy for policies aligned with constitutional rulings and worker welfare.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:24 WIB
Legislator proposes extension of individual income tax return filing deadline
A member of Indonesia's House of Representatives Commission XI, Said Abdullah, has proposed extending the deadline for individual income tax return (SPT PPh) filings due to ongoing IT system issues with the Coretax platform. He highlighted that 3.3 million taxpayers remained unfiled as of the final day on 30 June, despite a one-month extension from the original 31 March deadline, and urged the Directorate General of Taxes to adjust timings to exceed 15 million filings and support national revenue targets. This comes amid concerns that repeated system glitches could erode taxpayer compliance, potentially jeopardising government funding and economic goals in a challenging geopolitical environment.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:22 WIB
"Workers Are Not Sacrifices for the Crisis" – Message from the Crowd in May Day Action in Front of the DPR
On May Day 2026, members of the Aliansi Gerakan Reforma Agraria (AGRA) from Kebon Sayur protested in front of Indonesia's House of Representatives, prominently displaying banners declaring "Workers Are Not Sacrifices for the Crisis." The demonstration highlighted grievances over rising fuel and LPG prices, agrarian issues, and policies perceived to harm workers and the underprivileged under the Prabowo-Gibran administration. Participants, including men, women, and children, voiced their economic frustrations through orations and songs, underscoring the ongoing struggles of the working class amid national crises.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:22 WIB
Complete List of Fuel Prices on 1 May 2026: Direct Monitoring at Petrol Stations
Fuel prices at various petrol stations in Indonesia remained stable on 1 May 2026, with no changes observed for either subsidised or non-subsidised types during morning checks in areas like Cirendeu, Pondok Cabe, and Lebak Bulus. Pertamina stations continued to sell Pertamax Turbo at Rp 19,400 per litre, Dexlite at Rp 23,600, and Pertamina Dex at Rp 23,900, while private stations such as BP AKR and Vivo maintained prices like Rp 12,390 for RON 92 equivalents and varying diesel rates. As of publication, fuel companies had not responded regarding the hold on price adjustments, highlighting ongoing stability in the energy sector amid economic monitoring.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:20 WIB
Workers' Masses Begin to Gather at DPR Building, Traffic Flow Still Smooth
Workers' groups have started assembling outside the House of Representatives (DPR) building in Jakarta for a demonstration marking May Day 2026, with participants arriving via command vehicles to voice their demands. Despite the gathering, traffic remains unobstructed, with no road closures or diversions implemented yet, and police have deployed 6,678 personnel to secure the event. Representatives from the protesting masses are scheduled to meet with DPR leaders in the afternoon to negotiate and present their aspirations, highlighting ongoing labour movements in Indonesia.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:19 WIB
Bantul Regency Administration Gives SPPG in Srandakan 10 Days to Resolve Waste Issue
The Bantul Regency administration has given a 10-day deadline to the Nutrition Fulfilment Service Unit (SPPG) in Srandakan to address the contamination of residents' well water in Mangiran, Trimurti, caused by its wastewater. The unit must improve its wastewater management, obtain a Hygiene and Sanitation Certificate, and provide clean water and new wells to the affected households as a moral responsibility. This action underscores the local government's emphasis on environmental safety and consumer protection in the free nutritious meal programme for children.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:18 WIB
The Role of the Chinese Yuan in the New Global Financial Order
This opinion piece explores the constraints imposed by China's adherence to the "impossible trinity" of monetary policy, particularly its choice to maintain exchange rate stability and monetary independence at the expense of capital mobility, which limits the internationalisation of the yuan. Despite China's substantial 17% contribution to global GDP and surpassing US trade volumes, the yuan's usage in international transactions remains low at 2.5%, compared to the US dollar's 66%. To enhance the yuan's global role, the author recommends shifting to a flexible exchange rate regime while preserving capital freedom and monetary independence, potentially challenging dollar hegemony in the medium term.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:18 WIB
UK Raises Terror Threat Level Following Stabbing Incident in London
The United Kingdom has elevated its national terror threat level to "severe", the second-highest tier, after police classified a stabbing attack in London's Golders Green as a terrorist incident targeting Jewish pedestrians. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood stated that such an attack is considered highly likely, expressing concern for the Jewish community, while two victims remain hospitalised and a 45-year-old British man born in Somalia has been arrested. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced accelerated legislation to counter dangerous state actors and extremism, alongside increased investment in Jewish community security services.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:18 WIB
Prabowo Says Intelligent and High-Ranking People Become Thieves: I Can't Fathom It
President Prabowo Subianto expressed bewilderment at how intelligent and high-ranking individuals often turn to stealing public funds, lamenting their lack of integrity during Labour Day celebrations at Monas in Jakarta. He contrasted this with his respect for workers, whom he described as noble for their honest, hard labour to support their families. The remarks highlight Prabowo's emphasis on ethical governance and appreciation for the working class amid ongoing concerns about corruption in Indonesia.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:17 WIB
China suspends issuance of new autonomous vehicle permits
The Chinese government has suspended the issuance of new permits for autonomous vehicles following a mass malfunction of over 100 Baidu Apollo Go robotaxis in Wuhan in March 2026, which stranded passengers and prompted regulatory scrutiny. This halt prevents operators from expanding fleets, launching new trials, or entering additional cities, with no specified end date, amid a booming sector that had around 4,500 operational vehicles across ten cities by late 2025. The decision has led to declines in shares of Baidu and other firms like Pony.ai and WeRide, highlighting safety concerns in China's rapidly advancing autonomous driving industry.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:17 WIB
Mass Layoff Threat Looms Over Tobacco Industry Workers Amid Plans to Legalise Illegal Cigarettes
Workers in Indonesia's tobacco industry face heightened risks of mass layoffs as the government considers legalising illegal cigarettes through a new low-excise layer, exacerbating the sector's contraction amid economic challenges and rising illegal trade. Industry leaders warn that this policy could distort the market, further eroding the legal sector's production—which dropped 3% to 307 billion sticks in 2025—and excise revenues, which fell to Rp212 trillion for the first time. Labour unions highlight the direct impact on labour-intensive segments like hand-rolled kretek cigarettes, urging policymakers to avoid a potential policy blunder that benefits machine-based illegal operations at the expense of formal employment.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:16 WIB
On Labour Day, Prabowo Promises People Can Installment Homes with Low Interest
President Prabowo Subianto pledged during International Labour Day celebrations at Monas that low-income Indonesians, particularly workers, farmers, and fishermen, will be able to purchase homes through low-interest instalments of up to 5% per year, with repayment periods extending up to 40 years. He announced plans to construct one million affordable housing units near industrial clusters and new cities, each accommodating 100,000 units, to reduce rental burdens and generate millions of jobs. This initiative aims to make homeownership accessible for the working class, addressing high interest rates previously burdening the poor.
Fri, 01 May 2026, 11:13 WIB
South Sumatra Police Deploy 3,432 Personnel to Secure May Day, Ensuring Safety and Order
The South Sumatra Regional Police (Polda Sumsel) has mobilised 3,432 personnel to secure International Labour Day (May Day) celebrations in 2026, aiming to ensure that workers' expressions of aspiration proceed smoothly and orderly. Supported by 800 TNI personnel and 200 from local government and stakeholders, the security forces emphasise a humanistic, persuasive, and dialogic approach to uphold constitutional rights while maintaining public order. This deployment underscores Polda Sumsel's commitment to safeguarding democracy and ensuring normal societal activities in the province.
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