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Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:31 WIB
Indonesians in Europe Urged to Avoid Protests Amid Rising Unrest
Foreign Minister Arrmanatha Nasir has urged Indonesians living in Europe to avoid protest areas and stay clear of local political affairs as demonstrations and unrest spread in France and Belgium. Indonesian diplomatic missions are monitoring developments and issuing safety guidance, with citizens advised to prioritise their studies or work and follow local authorities’ instructions.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:29 WIB
PLN UIP2B JAMALI’s Strategy for Managing the Renewable Energy Transition
PLN’s Java, Madura and Bali grid control unit is strengthening system readiness as Indonesia advances a 100 GWp solar power programme, with 11 of the first 14 projects located in its region. Measures include modernising digital SCADA-EMS infrastructure and regularly reviewing operating plans to manage variable solar generation while maintaining reliable electricity supplies.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:29 WIB
Mataram to Reintroduce Sasak Language Lessons in Schools
Mataram’s Education Office is considering bringing Sasak language lessons back into the local school curriculum after their suspension from the 2026/2027 academic year, citing difficulties with the existing standardised form. Any reintroduction depends on recommendations from an international Sasak language congress in October 2026, as well as agreed standards, supporting regulations and teacher readiness.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:28 WIB
IDX Revises JCI Evaluation Criteria, Excluding HSC Stocks from 2 November 2026
The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) will exclude shares classified as having high shareholding concentration (HSC) from the Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) from 2 November 2026, while retaining its capped free-float-adjusted market-capitalisation weighting method. It is also shifting the index’s regular review calendar and introducing ad hoc adjustments when shares enter or leave the HSC category.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:27 WIB
Al Washliyah: Santri Are Heirs to the Struggle of the Ulama
Al Jam’iyatul Washliyah has paid tribute to santri, ulama and educators on National Santri Day 2026, describing students of Islamic boarding schools as guardians of knowledge and national character. Its chairman urged santri to pursue learning with purpose, strengthen their morals and become economically independent and productive.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:27 WIB
UNM and PT Kreasi Alam Inspirasi Join Forces to Develop AI Education
Universitas Nusa Mandiri (UNM) and PT Kreasi Alam Inspirasi have signed a strategic partnership to develop practical AI education linking academic study with the needs of the digital industry. The collaboration will cover AI training, data-driven marketing research, student internships and digital empowerment for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), beginning with a business-analysis workshop.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:26 WIB
‘Bismillah, C’est Les Ténèbres’: The Meaning Behind a French Protest Slogan
A phrase meaning roughly “In God’s name, this is darkness” has become a protest slogan among students in France, used to ridicule alleged police stereotyping and to express wider grievances over bleak prospects. Its origins in a purported undercover police attempt to enter protesters’ social-media chats remain unverified, while the slogan has spread amid debates over Islamophobia, racism and the cost of living.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:26 WIB
BUMN Shares Bought Up, Helping the IDX Composite Close in Positive Territory
The IDX Composite rose 1.12% to 5,387.91 after reversing an early decline, with trading activity led by gains in several state-owned companies. Danantara said it had begun buying Indonesian shares, viewing market weakness as an opportunity and prioritising state-owned firms with attractive valuations and fundamentals.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:25 WIB
Australia Pledges Support for Indonesia in Fight Against Online Scams
Australia has pledged full support for Indonesia’s efforts to combat online scams, with the two countries’ police forces cooperating to trace financial flows through AUSTRAC. The countries used their 12th Ministerial Council Meeting on Law and Security to reaffirm plans to deepen cooperation across cybersecurity, maritime and border security, counter-terrorism and transnational crime.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:25 WIB
Protecting the North Coast from Erosion: BRI Plants 30,000 Mangrove Seedlings and Turns Waste into Breakwaters
Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) has planted 30,000 mangrove seedlings in Demak as part of efforts to protect Java’s north coast from coastal erosion and tidal flooding. Its initiative also converts waste into Eco Hex Bricks for breakwaters, combining ecosystem restoration with local employment and income opportunities.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:25 WIB
Anindya Flags Huge Data Centre and Downstreaming Investments Amid Few Jobs
Kadin Indonesia chairman Anindya Novyan Bakrie says capital-intensive investments, including data centres, smelters and downstream processing, do not necessarily create many formal jobs despite total investment reaching Rp1,500 trillion. He urges greater attention to labour-intensive sectors, stronger competitiveness and support to help informal businesses formalise, while linking wage rises to productivity gains.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:23 WIB
Culture Is the Foundation and Source of Creativity, Says Culture Minister
Culture Minister Fadli Zon described Indonesia’s cultural heritage as both the foundation of creative activity and an enduring source of innovation. He highlighted the country’s ethnic and linguistic diversity and said the ministry aims to protect and develop cultural heritage while fostering an ecosystem in which creativity can flourish.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:22 WIB
Industry Minister Seeks to Strengthen Vocational Education to Prepare Skilled Industrial Workforce
Industry Minister Muhammad Sarmuji says stronger vocational education, aligned with industry needs, can help address unemployment and produce a competitive industrial workforce. He stressed that quality skills and adequate job opportunities are essential to turn Indonesia’s demographic dividend into an economic advantage, supporting the country’s 8 per cent growth target for 2029.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:21 WIB
Wild Boar Shot Dead After Entering Blora Mosque; Meat Shared Among Residents
A wild boar weighing about 90 kilograms was shot dead after entering the An Nur Grand Mosque in Blora, Central Java. Residents divided its meat and distributed it raw for people to cook at home, with the incident drawing attention in the village.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:20 WIB
ADB: Indonesia Has Never Been Late in Repaying Its Debt
The Asian Development Bank’s Indonesia director says the country has never defaulted on or delayed payments on its ADB loans since joining the bank in 1966. He points to Indonesia’s relatively low public-debt-to-GDP ratio and strong macroeconomic fundamentals, while government debt stood at Rp10,293.69 trillion, or 41.26% of GDP, as of 30 June 2026.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:20 WIB
Through Savings Promotion, bank bjb Invites Public to Take Part in Semarang 10K 2026
bank bjb is offering customers and prospective customers the chance to obtain race tickets for Semarang 10K 2026 by placing funds in selected savings products. The promotion runs from 15 October to 15 November, ahead of the 13 December race, which the bank says could also support Semarang’s local economy and showcase its cultural and tourism attractions.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:20 WIB
Danantara Prepares Major Investment for 2027, Targeting Critical Minerals and AI
Danantara is identifying priority projects for 2027, with critical minerals, downstream processing and digital infrastructure—including data centres and artificial intelligence—among its main targets. It is also exploring opportunities in food security, low- and zero-carbon energy, and education, while beginning to buy shares in Indonesian state-owned companies.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:19 WIB
ASDP: Executive Ferry Services at Merak Port Return to Normal
ASDP Indonesia Ferry says executive ferry services at Merak Port’s Express 1 berth resumed normal operations early on 21 October, following the fire aboard KMP Batumandi. The company gradually restored capacity while prioritising safety and is coordinating medical care for passengers, with three still receiving treatment at KS Hospital.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:18 WIB
Government Expands Global Market Access and Digitalisation to Boost Indonesia’s Economy
The government is pursuing trade agreements, OECD accession and international digital initiatives alongside domestic digital skills development to strengthen Indonesia’s economic growth and competitiveness. It says the agreements could significantly increase exports, while digitalisation and AI are expected to create new growth opportunities and support investment and employment.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 16:18 WIB
Experts: Australia could lose Rp76 trillion a year due to bushfires
A report by Emergency Leaders for Climate Action warns that climate change is lengthening Australia’s bushfire season and could result in average annual losses of A$6 billion (about Rp76 trillion) for up to 30 years. The report also highlights more extreme fire-weather events and declining volunteer firefighter numbers, warning that the next two summers pose significant risks, compounded by El Niño.
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