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Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 06:20 WIB
Trump Won’t Raise Jensen Huang and China Intel Issue with Xi Jinping
US officials say Donald Trump is unlikely to confront Xi Jinping over allegations that a suspected Chinese intelligence operative was linked to the illicit diversion of Nvidia chips to China. The decision to keep the issue off the agenda reflects Washington’s priority of securing trade agreements, despite concerns about technology security and scrutiny of US export controls.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 06:18 WIB
West Java Provincial Government Prepares Rules Banning Civil Servants from Using Vapes
West Java is drafting a circular prohibiting civil servants and non-civil-service staff from using e-cigarettes in government workplaces, following an Indonesian Ulema Council fatwa declaring vape use forbidden. The proposed rules will set out the ban’s scope, enforcement and disciplinary procedures, citing health risks and the potential misuse of vape devices to distribute narcotics.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 06:15 WIB
Jakarta Legislator Calls for Strict Oversight of Padel Courts After Kemang Landslide
A Jakarta councillor has urged the provincial government to audit the permits, construction and safety of padel courts across the city after a car park in Kemang collapsed onto nearby homes. He said the affected residents’ losses must be addressed and called for enforcement, including closure of commercial buildings operating without building approvals.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 06:15 WIB
Prabowo Praises Police Chief Suyudi After Uncovering Wiretapping Case Involving Listyo Sigit and Others
President Prabowo Subianto praised newly appointed National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto, saying his appointment was the right choice and had important implications for national security. The article also reports that police have named four senior officers, including Listyo Sigit Prabowo, as suspects in an alleged illegal wiretapping and electronic-data case, with a further officer under investigation.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 06:03 WIB
Zelensky Reveals US Proposal: Give Donbas to Russia in Exchange for Ukraine Joining NATO
Volodymyr Zelensky says US negotiators have raised the possibility of Ukraine withdrawing from the Donbas in return for NATO membership, although no formal proposal or agreed terms exist. Kyiv continues to reject ceding territory, and Zelensky says any comprehensive peace package backed by the US and NATO partners would be put to the Ukrainian public.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 06:00 WIB
Indonesian Ferry Fares Deemed Too Low
GAPASDAP says ferry fares remain 31.81% below operators’ production costs, squeezing their ability to cover operating expenses and meet safety requirements. The association is urging the government to review route-specific fares, while also highlighting the need for consistent electric-vehicle transport rules and identifying biodiesel as a more practical energy-transition option for now.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 06:00 WIB
Prabowo Promises Rp 400 Trillion in Budget Savings, with Results to Be Seen Soon
President Prabowo Subianto says centralising government procurement could save about Rp 400 trillion by curbing inflated prices and inefficiency in state and regional budgets. He promises that additional funding will soon be channelled to provincial and regency capitals, with allocations starting at Rp 100 billion and Rp 20 billion respectively.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 05:59 WIB
On Sunday, Mobile Driving Licence Services Available at Two Jakarta Locations
Jakarta police will operate mobile driving licence (SIM) renewal services at two locations on Sunday, from 7am to noon, for holders of valid SIM A and SIM C licences. The article outlines the required documents, fees and penalties for driving without a valid licence.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 05:59 WIB
What Was Behind the Temporary Halt of All Flights in the US?
A major communications failure temporarily grounded all US flights, disrupting travel for hundreds of thousands of passengers before the FAA lifted its order. Officials blamed overloaded, ageing equipment, ruled out a cyberattack and any connection to Microsoft, and said restoring normal schedules would take time.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 05:51 WIB
Jakarta Week in Review: Ciliwung Normalisation and National Hero Honours
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo has called for faster land acquisition for the Ciliwung River normalisation project, alongside plans for local health facilities, school rehabilitation and flood management. Other developments include a reported 37 per cent public participation rate in waste sorting and the naming of three figures with ties to Jakarta as national heroes.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 05:45 WIB
Crime roundup: human trafficking cases uncovered; police deny Firli Bahuri was arrested
Jakarta Metro Police named 19 suspects and identified 30 victims in seven human trafficking cases. The weekly roundup also covers investigations into an attack on worshippers, the discovery of an infant’s body and alleged abuse at an Islamic boarding school, while police denied reports that former KPK chairman Firli Bahuri had been arrested.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 05:41 WIB
Indonesia Could Host COP33, but Environment Ministry Outlines Challenges
Indonesia is being considered as a possible host of the UN’s COP33 climate conference in 2028, but the Environment Ministry says staging it would be a major undertaking, particularly with the country entering a political year. China, India and South Korea have also expressed interest, while officials warn that logistics could involve accommodating tens of thousands of delegates and visitors, potentially up to 100,000.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 05:30 WIB
Election Law Challenged Again as Petition Seeks to Scrap High School Diploma Requirement for Presidential Candidates
A petition has been filed with Indonesia’s Constitutional Court seeking to overturn the Election Law requirement that presidential and vice-presidential candidates must have completed senior high school or an equivalent qualification. The petitioner argues that formal qualifications do not necessarily demonstrate leadership ability and may restrict citizens’ constitutional rights to equal access to public office.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 05:20 WIB
Netanyahu Calls for Israeli Unity Government; Eisenkot Calls It a Stunt
Benjamin Netanyahu has urged his rival Gadi Eisenkot to form a national unity government, arguing it is needed to address security threats, particularly from Iran. Eisenkot, who is negotiating to form a government after being appointed prime minister-designate, rejected the appeal as a political stunt and accused Netanyahu of sowing division despite his calls for unity.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 05:04 WIB
Seeking to Curb Iran’s Nuclear Programme, Germany Targets Urenco with a Rp80 Trillion Budget
Germany is reportedly considering spending about €4 billion to acquire the stakes held by RWE and E.ON in uranium-enrichment company Urenco, a move intended to strengthen its influence over Europe’s nuclear deterrence capabilities. The reported plan comes as Berlin presses Iran to limit uranium enrichment and permit international inspections, though no transaction has been confirmed and discussions with the UK and the Netherlands are ongoing.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 05:03 WIB
Armed Phone Snatchers Chased by Victim During Robbery and Arrested by Bekasi Residents
Police in Bekasi have detained two men accused of stealing a motorcyclist’s mobile phone at knifepoint after the victim and a companion pursued them and residents intervened. The suspects were taken for medical treatment after being beaten by the crowd, and police seized the alleged weapon, motorcycle and other items as evidence.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 05:00 WIB
From economic experiment to diplomatic stage: why China chose Shenzhen for APEC
China is using Shenzhen’s evolution from a special economic zone and manufacturing base into a global technology hub to showcase its economic ambitions and its push for regional cooperation at the APEC summit. Analysts say the summit’s value to businesses will depend on whether it delivers practical measures on market access, cross-border data, paperless trade and fair competition, amid continuing concerns about barriers and US-China tensions.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 05:00 WIB
Kupang Regent Yosef Lede’s Unexpected Response to Sexual Violence Allegation
Kupang Regent Yosef Lede says he will respect the police investigation into a 21-year-old student’s allegation of sexual violence and will not interfere with the process. East Nusa Tenggara Police say the complaint was filed on 12 November and that investigators are still examining the initial account of an alleged incident in Kupang.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 05:00 WIB
New Rule: Employers Cannot Force Workers to Work Overtime; Consent Required
A new employment protection law, effective from 28 October 2026, requires employers to obtain workers’ consent and issue a written or digital order before requiring overtime. It sets a general limit of four hours of overtime per day and 18 hours per week, and requires overtime pay at 1.5 times the hourly wage for the first hour and twice the rate for each subsequent hour.
Sun, 15 Nov 2026, 04:37 WIB
US Proposes for First Time That Zelensky Cede Ukrainian Territory to Russia
Volodymyr Zelensky says US officials raised the possibility of Ukraine withdrawing from Donbas in exchange for NATO membership, a proposal he says was made for the first time. He also says Russia rejected a proposed energy-infrastructure ceasefire and warns that Moscow’s efforts to reshape Europe’s security order risk further conflict.
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