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Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:33 WIB
Free BUMN Homecoming Programme 2026 Transports 116,688 Passengers
Indonesia's state-owned enterprises (BUMN) free homecoming programme for Eid 2026 exceeded its target, transporting 116,688 passengers compared to the initial target of 104,000. The programme represented a 10.3 per cent increase compared to 2025 figures, utilising 46 ships, 99 train sets, and 1,541 buses across multiple departure dates.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:29 WIB
Accompanied by Coordinating Minister for Politics and Security, Naval Chief Sends Off Thousands of Free Migrant Travellers on KRI Banda Aceh
The Indonesian Navy Chief of Staff, Admiral Muhammad Ali, oversaw the departure of thousands of homebound migrants travelling free on the warship KRI Banda Aceh at Jakarta's Kolinlamil Wharf, accompanied by the Coordinating Minister for Politics and Security Djamari Chaniago. The annual free homecoming programme, which deploys naval vessels to serve multiple routes during the Islamic holiday period, transported approximately 1,300-1,400 passengers alongside motorcycles, with the Navy also providing 110 buses to assist travellers to Central and East Java. The government, working with various partners including the national zakat authority, emphasised the programme's role in enabling safe and comfortable travel for citizens during peak migration periods.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:29 WIB
Nine Points of MUI's Guidance Message Ahead of Eid al-Fitr for Police and Muslims: What Are They?
The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) has issued a nine-point guidance message for Eid al-Fitr 1447 AH, calling on the government and National Police to ensure security and comfort for Muslims during the celebrations. The message emphasises spiritual strengthening through values of honesty, patience, social care and discipline, alongside calls for family visits, national unity, social and economic resilience through charitable giving, and prayers for world peace.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:29 WIB
Blast hits mosque in Jember during tarawih prayers under investigation
An explosion occurred at a mosque in Jember's Pesona Regency housing complex during evening tarawih prayers on Tuesday, damaging the ceiling and furnishings but causing no fatalities. One worshipper was hospitalised with hearing impairment, and Jember Police have cordoned off the site with a bomb disposal unit deployed whilst investigating the cause of the blast.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:28 WIB
Strong Indonesian Economic Fundamentals Should Support Rupiah Strengthening, says Purbaya
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa stated that Indonesia's strong economic fundamentals should support rupiah strengthening, yet the currency weakened by 39 basis points to Rp 16,997 per USD on 16 March 2026. The rupiah depreciation is attributed to escalating Middle Eastern geopolitical tensions between Iran and the US-Israel alliance, with economists noting the currency remains volatile between Rp 16,990-Rp 17,050 amid regional instability.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:27 WIB
Constitutional Court Orders Revision of Parliamentary Pension Rules under Law 12/1980
Indonesia's Constitutional Court has declared Law 12/1980, which governs the financial rights of senior state officials and former legislators, conditionally unconstitutional and has ordered Parliament and the Government to draft new legislation within two years. The current law, which sets parliamentary pensions at a minimum of 6 per cent and maximum of 75 per cent of the pension base depending on length of service, remains in effect until replacement legislation is enacted.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:26 WIB
Explosion at Mosque in Jember Prompts Direct Response from East Java Police Commander
A mysterious explosion occurred at a mosque in the Pesona Raya Regency housing complex in Jember, East Java during taraweeh prayers on Monday evening, causing no fatalities but damaging the roof and alarming worshippers. The East Java Regional Police Commander personally oversaw the crime scene investigation, with a bomb disposal team conducting a thorough examination to determine the cause, which is suspected to have originated from an unused cabinet near the male ablution area.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:26 WIB
Cartenz Task Force Apprehends Armed Criminal Group Member Escaped from Wamena Prison
The Cartenz Peace Operation Task Force has recaptured Ferly Wesabla (21), an Armed Criminal Group (KKB) member who escaped from Wamena Class IIB Prison on 25 February 2025 alongside six other inmates. Wesabla was arrested at a residential complex in Dekai, Yahukimo regency on 16 March after attempting to flee and hide in nearby bushes, and faces charges including involvement in the 2024 murder of a police officer.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:25 WIB
The Strait of Hormuz Closure: What is Indonesia's Fate?
Following a hypothetical closure of the Strait of Hormuz—a critical chokepoint through which 20-21 per cent of global crude oil passes—the world faces an unprecedented energy crisis comparable to or worse than the 1973 Oil Crisis. With global oil consumption at 105 million barrels per day and the International Energy Agency's emergency reserves offering only a temporary 19-day reprieve, crude oil prices are projected to surge to $150-180 per barrel, threatening global economic stability.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:25 WIB
Why BHR Is Only for Ride-hailing and Online Courier Drivers, Other Freelancers Don't Qualify
Indonesia's Ministry of Manpower has provided Eid bonuses (BHR) to approximately 850,000 ride-hailing and online courier drivers—totalling Rp 220 billion—but has excluded other gig workers due to the lack of comprehensive regulations governing the gig economy. The government is currently drafting legislation, including a proposed platform workers law, to comprehensively regulate various categories of gig workers and determine bonus eligibility in the future.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:24 WIB
Mysterious Explosion Shakes Mosque in Jember, Police Deploy Bomb Disposal Team
A mysterious explosion occurred at a mosque in the Pesona Regency residential area in Jember, East Java during evening prayers on Monday, 16 March 2026, causing damage to the mosque's ceiling and roof but no deaths. Police immediately cordoned off the area and deployed a bomb disposal team to investigate the cause of the blast. One person was taken to hospital with suspected hearing damage, and authorities have temporarily suspended mosque activities pending the completion of the crime scene investigation.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:24 WIB
Mayor of Medan: Free homecoming programme brings joy ahead of Eid celebration
The Mayor of Medan, Rico Tri Putra Waas, has launched a free homecoming programme for residents travelling to their hometowns to celebrate Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijriah, with the city providing 4,000 quota slots across 12 routes within North Sumatra Province. On the first day of departures, 65 buses carried 2,100 passengers, with an additional 1,900 travellers transported via 58 buses on the second day, as the city aims to ensure safe and comfortable travel during the festive period.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:24 WIB
Interior Minister and other Cabinet officials attend coordination meeting at Defence Ministry building
Interior Minister Tito Karnavian and other senior government officials, including the Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries Sakti Wahyu Trenggono, attended a coordination meeting on the President's strategic programmes at the Defence Ministry building in Jakarta on Tuesday. The meeting was chaired by the State Secretary and was attended by multiple ministers and agency heads, though the specific agenda and reason for holding the meeting at the Defence Ministry remain unclear.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:23 WIB
Lembah Anai Route Opened 24 Hours for West Sumatra Homecoming Traffic
Indonesia's Ministry of Public Works has confirmed preparations of national road networks in West Sumatra to handle the 2026 Eid homecoming rush, with the Padang–Bukittinggi corridor operating the Lembah Anai route around the clock during the exodus period. Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo stated that all national roads in the region are targeted to be in optimal condition and pothole-free by Eid, with particular focus on disaster-affected areas including Lembah Anai, which is currently 44 per cent complete.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:22 WIB
Torang IWIP Foundation Donates Solar Power Plants to Sumenep Communities
Tsingshan Group through the Torang IWIP Berbakti Foundation has donated two solar power plants (PLTS) equipped with battery storage systems (BESS) to communities in Sumenep Regency, East Java, expected to provide reliable electricity to approximately 2,000 households across two islands. The donation, which was formalised through an agreement signed on 13 March 2026 with the Sumenep Regency Government and PT PLN, aligns with Indonesia's vision of achieving energy self-sufficiency and expanding clean energy access to underserved areas.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:22 WIB
Wuling Encourages EV Partners to Explore Free Nutritious Meal Programme
Wuling Motors is exploring opportunities for its commercial electric vehicle, Wuling Mitra EV, to support various operational needs, including distribution for Indonesia's Free Nutritious Meal Programme (MBG). The company is engaging with multiple potential partners across the private and government sectors, though no formal government orders have been received yet as discussions remain in the exploration and negotiation phase.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:21 WIB
Indonesian Government Prepares Response to US Trade Investigation, Discusses Production Capacity and Forced Labour Concerns
The Indonesian government is preparing a coordinated response to a trade investigation launched by the United States Trade Representative under Section 301, focusing on production capacity and forced labour practices. Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto will convene meetings with relevant ministries, business chambers, and industry associations to formulate the government's response, whilst also monitoring potential risks including additional tariffs, customs duties, and import quotas.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:21 WIB
Korlantas Prepares Functional Toll Roads to Support Smooth Mudik Operations in 2026
Indonesia's Traffic Police (Korlantas) is deploying functional toll road segments across Java to manage congestion during the 2026 Ketupat Operation, the homecoming period for Eid al-Fitr, alongside traffic engineering measures such as contraflow and one-way systems. The force projects approximately 3.5 million vehicles will depart Jakarta towards Trans-Java routes and Sumatra, with several alternative routes prepared by the West Java Regional Police to mitigate traffic density on primary highways.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:21 WIB
JSX Index Today 17 March 2026: Strengthening Awaits Interest Rate Direction
The Indonesian stock market's composite index (IHSG) opened stronger on 17 March 2026, gaining 0.75% to 7,074.61, as investors remain cautious ahead of key interest rate decisions from the Federal Reserve and Bank Indonesia. Market movement is expected to remain limited before the long holiday period, with investors concerned about geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, oil price volatility following the closure of the Hormuz Strait, and potential impacts on domestic inflation and fiscal deficits.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 10:21 WIB
Prabowo on Expanding Budget Deficit: Last Resort Option
President Prabowo Subianto has indicated that loosening Indonesia's budget deficit ceiling beyond 3 per cent of GDP may be considered only as a last resort if global crude oil prices spike significantly due to escalating conflict in the Middle East. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to maintaining strict fiscal discipline and the 3 per cent deficit limit, which has been a cornerstone of Indonesia's fiscal credibility with investors since the 2000 Asian financial crisis.
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