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Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:30 WIB
The Wealth of Indonesia's Eight Presidents: Who Is the Richest and the Poorest?
The piece compiles reported fortunes of Indonesia’s eight presidents, from Sukarno to Prabowo Subianto, drawing on LHKPN figures and other sources. It highlights extraordinary claims, from Soekarno’s alleged US$180 billion fortune to Prabowo’s Rp2.04 trillion, and discusses the reliability and sources of the estimates.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:30 WIB
Balinale founder joins SXSW, becoming a platform for film diplomacy
Balinale expands its international engagement through LeFIFA in Canada and SXSW in the United States, with founder Deborah Gabinetti appointed as a LeFIFA juror and an SXSW industry mentor. The festival, the first Indonesian to qualify for the Academy Awards, underscores Indonesia’s growing footprint in global cinema as its 2026 edition in Sanur presents networking opportunities for local filmmakers.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:28 WIB
Religious Affairs Minister urges not to judge people on the basis of a fragment of a sermon
Nasaruddin Umar told Surabaya congregants not to judge a speaker from a fragment of a sermon amid viral remarks about zakat, clarifying that the 2.5% zakat remark does not equate to denying zakat's obligation. He argued that umat empowerment requires wakaf, infak, sedekah and other religious funds, citing Qatar, Kuwait and the UAE as examples; he urged Masjid Al-Akbar to lead by example and announced Rp100 million in religious social assistance, while calling Ramadan a moment to elevate religious dignity.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:28 WIB
Cross-Sector Collaboration Needed to Tackle Children's Mental Health
Deputy Speaker Lestari Moerdijat says that real commitment and tangible action from all parties are needed to prevent and address mental health issues among children and adolescents. Nine ministers signed a Joint Decree on Children’s Mental Health, but leaders insist concrete measures must follow the signing to curb rising youth suicide and violence, with police data showing cases among ages 0-15 more than doubling since 2022 and SNPHAR 2024 highlighting violence exposure among affected children.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:28 WIB
Boost Revenue, Adhi Karya Teams Up with Hotel Indonesia Natour to Manage GranDhika Indonesia Hotels
Adhi Karya has formalised a strategic partnership with Hotel Indonesia Natour to optimise the management of three GranDhika Indonesia hotels in Jakarta, Semarang and Medan under a Hotel Management Agreement signed in Jakarta on 5 March 2026. HIN, operating as InJourney Hospitality under Danantara, will manage the hotels, while Adhi Karya retains direct oversight of operational and financial matters to ensure transparent governance. The partnership aims to boost the company’s revenue and enhance the competitiveness of its GranDhika Indonesia hotels, strengthening its overall business performance.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:27 WIB
KBRI Warsaw Promotes Indonesian MSME Footwear Products at POLSHOES 2026 International Trade Fair
Indonesia's Embassy in Warsaw promoted four Indonesian MSME footwear brands at POLSHOES Fair 2026 in Kraków, marking the nation’s first participation in the event. The exhibition aims to broaden access to European markets, with Poland serving as a strategic hub for trade and distribution. Indonesia remains among the world's top footwear exporters, with Polish demand rising from around USD 225 million in 2022 to over USD 317 million in 2024.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:25 WIB
Middle East Ablaze, Britain Ready to Support Saudi Arabia's Defence
Prime Minister Keir Starmer told Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman that Britain stands ready to back Saudi Arabia’s defence as the Middle East conflict escalates. They discussed expanding intelligence cooperation to support defensive operations and protect civilians, with the UK already deploying Typhoon jets to Qatar and planning to deploy HMS Dragon. The Cyprus base was attacked by an Iranian-made drone, underscoring regional flashpoints as the US signals progress against Iran.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:25 WIB
Eddy Soeparno Dorong Penguatan Cadangan Migas Nasional
Eddy Soeparno, the Deputy Speaker of the Indonesian Parliament (MPR) from the PAN faction, supports President Prabowo's call to raise the national oil and gas reserves to 90 days, up from 20 days, to bolster energy security and sustain the economy. He argues that reliable energy supplies are essential for key industries and imports, advocates storage capacity expansion and the creation of a National Petroleum Fund, and highlights diversification of supply amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:25 WIB
Ramadan MBG Menu Deemed Unbalanced, BRIN Researcher Urges More Eggs
A BRIN researcher, Prof Fitrah Ernawati, has proposed increasing eggs in the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) during Ramadan, arguing shelf-stability makes eggs preferable. She criticised some Nutrition Fulfillment Service Units for distributing menus with bread, milk and dragon fruit for three days, claiming these are not nutritionally balanced and high in sugar. She also noted dragon fruit provides vitamins and minerals but not in sufficient quantity to meet needs.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:23 WIB
Police admonish drivers involved in zig-zag car convoy on Becakayu Toll Road
Police say they issued oral warnings to seven drivers involved in a zig-zag car convoy on the Becakayu Toll Road; six were in five cars, with one person filming rather than zig-zagging. All involved apologised, and authorities stressed the act was for social media content and will be addressed with education rather than fines; the incident occurred at 04:00 on 1 March 2026.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:22 WIB
Minister of Communications and Digital says Indonesia is the first non-Western country to restrict children's access to social media
Indonesia says it is the first non-Western country to limit under-16s' access on high-risk platforms under a new regulation, with implementation starting on 28 March 2026. The policy targets eight major tech firms to comply, citing threats such as pornography, cyberbullying, online fraud, and digital addiction.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:22 WIB
Should an Electric Car Be Serviced Before the Eid al-Fitr Homecoming?
Indonesian experts say electric cars, though low-maintenance, still require routine checks ahead of long journeys such as the Eid al-Fitr homecoming. They recommend tyre pressures, lighting checks, and battery cooling system maintenance, with servicing advised before the 15,000 km/1-year interval to avoid mid-journey issues.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:19 WIB
BRIN Finds Microplastics at Depths of 2,450 Metres in Indonesian Waters
BRIN researchers report microplastics at depths down to around 2,450 metres along the Indonesian Throughflow, with fibres predominating and potential transfer up the food chain to humans. The findings, published in Marine Pollution Bulletin, underline the deep-sea accumulation risk and call for expanded surveillance of Indonesia’s deep waters.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:18 WIB
65th Anniversary, Kostrad Strengthens Commitment to the Professionalism and Readiness of Its Soldiers
At Kostrad's 65th anniversary ceremony in Cilodong, General Agus Subiyanto reaffirmed Kostrad's PRIMA ethos—Professional, Responsive, Integrative, Modern, and Adaptive—while emphasising heightened readiness to face global dynamics and hybrid warfare. About 1,500 Kostrad personnel gathered for demonstrations of discipline and skill, with welfare gestures including tumpeng for wounded soldiers and donations to 400 orphans.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:17 WIB
Iran to continue defending itself until U.S.-Israel aggression stops
Iran's UN envoy said Tehran will defend itself under Article 51 until what he called the barbaric aggression by the United States and Israel stops, insisting its response is lawful, necessary, and proportionate. He insisted Iran targets only military sites and not civilians, called on the UN Security Council to act, and warned of consequences if inaction continues.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:17 WIB
Pertamina-mentored MSMEs achieve double turnover at SMEXPO Ramadan 2026
During Ramadan,Pertamina-mentored MSMEs showcased at SMEXPO Ramadan 2026 in Jakarta reported substantial sales growth, with some products doubling their turnover compared with ordinary days. The event, held from 2 to 6 March at Grha Pertamina, underscores Pertamina’s integrated support for small businesses, including training through the Pertamina UMK Academy and certifications to boost competitiveness, with Meat Story and Shokha among the beneficiaries.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:17 WIB
China's New Development Direction 2026-2030
China's National People's Congress set a growth target of 4.5 to 5 per cent for 2026-2030, signalling a shift from quantity-based growth to quality driven by high-tech innovation. The move aligns with Beijing's 15th Five-Year Plan emphasising human capital and technological autonomy, with broad implications for Indonesia as a major trading partner and recipient of Beijing's investment. Indonesia must adapt its legal and policy framework to secure local capacity building and robust technology transfer, or risk becoming a spectator in the future digital supply chain.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:16 WIB
Fitch Ratings outlook revision raises alarm over fiscal credibility
Fitch Ratings has downgraded Indonesia’s outlook from stable to negative, triggering calls by DPR Commission XI member Marwan Jafar for a wholesale overhaul of economic policy to protect credibility, avert capital flight and curb rising debt service costs. Fitch projects 2026 budget deficit at 2.9% of GDP, above the government’s 2.7% target, driven by slower revenue and increased social spending such as the Free Nutritious Meals Programme (MBG). If policymakers fail to respond to the negative signals, exchange-rate volatility and lower foreign investment could threaten macroeconomic stability, underscoring the need for closer fiscal-monetary coordination.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:15 WIB
JK: Indonesia must take a firm stance on the Iran conflict
Jusuf Kalla urged Indonesia to take a firm, non-neutral stance on the Iran conflict, arguing that as the world's largest Muslim country it should side with those attacked and advocate for its stance in international forums. He emphasised that neutrality is inappropriate and called for discussions in bodies such as the Board of Peace to seek resolution.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026, 10:15 WIB
Primary School Teacher Accidentally Discovers a Multi-Billion Rupiah Treasure in the Schoolyard
A primary school teacher and head of SDN Pejagan IV in Madura, Nuryasin, accidentally uncovered a hoard of VOC-era coins weighing about 13 kg, valued in the billions of rupiah, while endeavouring to fill muddy patches in the schoolyard. He has decided to donate the find to a museum under government guidance, rather than selling it, marking a historic glimpse into early Indonesian monetary history.
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