Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - Amid ongoing selling pressure in the\nIndonesian capital market, the JCI managed to open 0.60% higher at 6,998\non Monday, 4 May 2026, while the rupiah weakened to Rp 17,320 per US\ndollar. FX Analyst from CNBC Indonesia Research, Elvan Chandra\nWidyatama, stated that both internal factors and external sentiments\ncontinue to weigh on the market, including uncertainties from the Middle\nEast war as well as concerns regarding the state budget and fiscal\nconditions affected by the war, and a downgrade in assessments by credit\nrating agencies towards Indonesia. What is the analysis of domestic\nmarket movements? For more details, watch the discussion by Syarifah\nRahma and Shania Alatas with FX Analyst Elvan Chandra Widyatama in\nSquawk Box, CNBC Indonesia (Monday, 04\/05\/2026).<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/video-us-dollar-remains-strong-at-rp-17-300-these-factors-are-the-reason-1777863153", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715678, "msgid": "house-commission-x-commits-to-elevating-teaching-profession-through-national-education-system-bill-1777863148", "date": "2026-05-04 09:27:25", "title": "House Commission X Commits to Elevating Teaching Profession through National Education System Bill", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Regulation", "summary": "Indonesia's House of Representatives Commission X is committed to honouring the teaching profession through amendments to the National Education System Law (RUU Sisdiknas), aiming to equate teachers' status and welfare with other professions like doctors and engineers. Deputy Chair Kurniasih Mufidayati highlighted the need to simplify teacher categories, eliminate confusing part-time or honorary PPPK statuses, and ensure certification processes protect educators' rights. The bill also includes provisions for a National Education Development Master Plan to provide stable, long-term policy direction independent of ministerial changes, with finalisation targeted for the 2026 priority legislative programme.", "content": "
Jakarta (ANTARA) - House of Representatives Commission X is committed\nto further honouring the teaching profession through the Bill on\nAmendments to Law Number 20 of 2003 on the National Education System\n(RUU Sisdiknas).<\/p>\n
Deputy Chair of Commission X of the House of Representatives,\nKurniasih Mufidayati, stated that the teaching profession will be\nhonoured on par with other professions, such as doctors, accountants, or\nengineers. This, she said, is a logical consequence of categorising\nteachers as a profession.<\/p>\n
\u201cCertainly, if it is already a profession, their welfare must be\nimproved,\u201d said Kurniasih, as per a statement received in Jakarta on\nMonday.<\/p>\n
She emphasised that teaching is a noble profession that forms the\nfoundation for the emergence of other professions. Therefore, honouring\nteachers through the RUU Sisdiknas is an inevitability as a form of\nappreciation for educators.<\/p>\n
In the context of current issues, Kurniasih highlighted the ongoing\ndifferences in perceptions regarding the welfare and protection of the\nteaching profession.<\/p>\n
She said that to be recognised as a teacher, it consequently requires\nprofessional recognition proven by an educator\u2019s certificate. However,\nmany teachers are still in the process or have not yet obtained\ncertification.<\/p>\n
In addition, she hopes that in the future there will no longer be\ncategories of government employees with work agreements (PPPK) that are\npart-time or honorary PPPK, which have so far been confusing and\ndetrimental to teachers.<\/p>\n
According to her, the too many and complicated categories of teachers\nneed to be streamlined to make them clearer and not disadvantage\neducators.<\/p>\n
\u201cI hope that later there will be no more part-time PPPK, honorary\nPPPK. We are also confused by that, there are so many categories,\nclusters. Too many,\u201d said Kurniasih.<\/p>\n
In addition, she also hopes that the article on teachers as a\nprofession will not be removed in the discussion of the RUU Sisdiknas\nuntil the enactment stage.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe have already accommodated that, insyaallah,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
Kurniasih added that the RUU Sisdiknas will regulate the National\nEducation Development Master Plan (RIP). This is included so that\neducation policies do not change with every change of minister.<\/p>\n
\u201cSo that whoever the minister is, if there is any adjustment, it\nremains based on this RIP,\u201d she explained.<\/p>\n
Through the RIP, the House of Representatives hopes that the\ndirection of education becomes clearer and more sustainable, not\ndependent on the personal policies of the current minister. In this way,\nthe direction of national education development is more stable and\nmeasurable in the long term.<\/p>\n
The RUU Sisdiknas is currently in the drafting stage by Commission X\nof the House of Representatives. This bill is included in the list of\nthe 2026 priority national legislative programme (prolegnas).<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/house-commission-x-commits-to-elevating-teaching-profession-through-national-education-system-bill-1777863148", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715739, "msgid": "jci-opens-higher-briefly-surpasses-7-000-level-at-the-start-of-trading-1777863155", "date": "2026-05-04 09:27:01", "title": "JCI Opens Higher, Briefly Surpasses 7,000 Level at the Start of Trading", "author": "Nur Jamal Shaid", "source": "KOMPAS", "tags": "", "topic": "Finance", "summary": "The Composite Stock Price Index (JCI) opened higher on Monday, gaining 32.11 points or 0.46% to 6,988.91, following pressure at the end of the previous week, with trading value reaching Rp 596 billion. Analysts predict potential downward pressure amid awaiting domestic economic data like inflation and trade balance, with support levels at 6,850-6,900 and resistance at 7,050-7,300, influenced by global sentiments including Middle East geopolitics and oil prices. Sector rotation is emerging, with energy stocks facing normalisation while banking, consumer, and property sectors gain positive sentiment from declining oil prices.", "content": "
JAKARTA \u2013 The Composite Stock Price Index (JCI) began trading in\npositive territory on Monday (4\/5\/2026), after experiencing pressure at\nthe end of the previous week. At the market open, the JCI rose 32.11\npoints or 0.46% to the level of 6,988.91. This strengthening was\naccompanied by the majority of stocks, with 303 stocks rising, 102\nfalling, and 288 others stagnant. The morning trading value was recorded\nat Rp 596 billion with a trading volume of 6.47 billion shares in 63,706\ntransactions. Meanwhile, market capitalisation stood at Rp 12,495\ntrillion. In line with the JCI, the benchmark LQ45 stock index also\nmoved higher. This index strengthened by 2.22 points or 0.33% to 671.56.\nAlthough it opened higher, analysts predict that the JCI\u2019s movement\ntoday still has the potential to face pressure. This follows a 2.03%\ndecline in the index to 6,956.804 on Thursday last week. MNC Sekuritas\ntechnical analyst Herditya Wicaksana said that selling pressure still\ndominates the JCI\u2019s direction. Market participants are currently tending\nto wait for the release of domestic economic data, particularly\ninflation and the trade balance. Capital market observer and Founder of\nRepublik Investor Hendra Wardana predicts that the JCI support level is\nin the range of 6,850-6,900. Meanwhile, resistance is in the range of\n7,050-7,300. According to him, the opportunity for strengthening towards\nthe 7,100 area remains open, provided that global sentiment remains\npositive, especially regarding geopolitical developments in the Middle\nEast. However, risks remain if oil prices rise again or the US dollar\nstrengthens sharply. Such conditions could push the JCI back to test\nlevels below 6,900. In recent years, the JCI\u2019s movement in May has\ntended to move sideways to limited weakening, especially when domestic\ncatalysts are scarce. Nevertheless, short-term rebound opportunities\nremain open, although a solid upward trend has not yet formed. Sector\nrotation is also starting to appear along with the decline in oil\nprices. Energy sector stocks are potentially facing normalisation, while\nsectors sensitive to inflation and interest rates such as banking,\nconsumer, and property are beginning to receive positive sentiment.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/jci-opens-higher-briefly-surpasses-7-000-level-at-the-start-of-trading-1777863155", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715679, "msgid": "iran-says-us-has-sent-response-to-14-point-peace-proposal-1777863149", "date": "2026-05-04 09:26:43", "title": "Iran says US has sent response to 14-point peace proposal", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Politics", "summary": "Iran has received a response from the United States to its 14-point peace proposal via Pakistan, with Tehran currently reviewing the details, according to the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson. The proposal focuses on ending the military conflict between the two nations, including compensation for Iran and new mechanisms for regulating shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, while explicitly excluding discussions on Iran's nuclear programme. This development highlights Pakistan's role as a mediator and underscores ongoing diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions between Iran and the US.", "content": "
Tehran (ANTARA) - The United States has sent a response to Iran\u2019s\n14-point proposal through Pakistan, and Tehran is currently examining\nit, said Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ismail Baghaei on Sunday\n(3\/5). \u201cThe US has given a response to Pakistan regarding Iran\u2019s\n14-point proposal, and the Iranian authorities are currently reviewing\nthat response,\u201d Baghaei said, as quoted by Iranian broadcaster SNN.\nBaghaei added that Iran\u2019s nuclear programme is not a topic in the\nnegotiations between Tehran and Washington, as all discussions are\nfocused exclusively on efforts to end the military conflict between the\ntwo countries. On Saturday (2\/5), Iran\u2019s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem\nGharibabadi stated that Tehran had submitted a plan to end the Iran-US\nconflict to Pakistan, which is acting as a mediator between the two\ncountries. Tehran\u2019s peace plan reportedly consists of 14 points and\nincludes compensation for Iran, as well as the establishment of new\nmechanisms to regulate shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/iran-says-us-has-sent-response-to-14-point-peace-proposal-1777863149", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715718, "msgid": "latest-pertamina-fuel-prices-from-aceh-to-papua-effective-4-may-2026-1777863153", "date": "2026-05-04 09:25:00", "title": "Latest Pertamina Fuel Prices from Aceh to Papua, Effective 4 May 2026", "author": "", "source": "CNBC", "tags": "", "topic": "Energy", "summary": "PT Pertamina has announced an increase in non-subsidised fuel prices effective from 4 May 2026, affecting RON 98 Turbo petrol and non-subsidised diesel products, while RON 92 Pertamax, Pertamax Green 95, RON 90 Pertalite, and subsidised Solar remain unchanged. For instance, in Jakarta, Pertamax Turbo rises to Rp 19,900 per litre from Rp 19,400, Dexlite to Rp 26,000 from Rp 23,600, and Pertamina Dex to Rp 27,900 from Rp 23,900. This adjustment, detailed across all provinces from Aceh to Papua, reflects ongoing market dynamics in Indonesia's energy sector and could impact transportation and consumer costs nationwide.", "content": "
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - PT Pertamina (Persero) has raised the\nprices of non-subsidised fuels effective from 4 May 2026. This is\nevident from the official announcement on Pertamina\u2019s website.<\/p>\n
Among those experiencing increases are the RON 98 or Turbo fuel type\nand non-subsidised diesel products. For example, the price of Pertamax\nTurbo (RON 98) in DKI Jakarta is set at Rp 19,900 per litre, up from the\nprevious Rp 19,400 per litre.<\/p>\n
Dexlite has risen to Rp 26,000 per litre from Rp 23,600 previously.\nPertamina Dex has also increased to Rp 27,900 per litre, up from Rp\n23,900.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the RON 92 or Pertamax fuel type remains unchanged. The\nsame applies to Pertamax Green 95, RON 90 Pertalite, and the subsidised\nSolar fuel, which currently show no changes.<\/p>\n
Here is the complete list of non-subsidised fuel prices per litre at\nall Pertamina petrol stations, effective from 4 May 2026:<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 20,350<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,600<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 28,500<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 13,350<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 14,500<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 14,800<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 20,350<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,600<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 28,500<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,900<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 20,750<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 27,150<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 29,100<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 11,750<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 18,900<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 24,700<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 26,500<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 20,350<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,600<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 28,500<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 20,350<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,600<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 28,500<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 20,350<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,600<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 28,500<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 20,350<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,600<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 28,500<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 20,350<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,600<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 28,500<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,900<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 19,900<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,000<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 27,900<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,900<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 19,900<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,000<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 27,900<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,900<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 19,900<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,000<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 27,900<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,900<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 19,900<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,000<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 27,900<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,900<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 19,900<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,000<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 27,900<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,900<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 19,900<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,000<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 27,900<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,900<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 19,900<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,000<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 27,900<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 20,350<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,600<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 28,500<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 20,350<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,600<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 28,500<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 20,350<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,600<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 28,500<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 20,350<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,600<\/p>\n
Pertamina Dex Rp 28,500<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,600<\/p>\n
Solar Rp 6,800<\/p>\n
Pertalite Rp 10,000<\/p>\n
Pertamax Rp 12,600<\/p>\n
Pertamax Turbo Rp 20,350<\/p>\n
Dexlite Rp 26,600<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/latest-pertamina-fuel-prices-from-aceh-to-papua-effective-4-may-2026-1777863153", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715767, "msgid": "ride-hailing-windfall-prabowo-caps-platform-commissions-for-drivers-1777863158", "date": "2026-05-04 09:23:49", "title": "Ride-Hailing Windfall: Prabowo Caps Platform Commissions for Drivers", "author": "batamnews8", "source": "BNA", "tags": "", "topic": "Regulation", "summary": "President Prabowo Subianto has issued a decree capping ride-hailing platforms' commissions at 8% of fares, increasing drivers' share to 92%, in response to longstanding protests for better pay and conditions. This populist measure, announced on May Day, aims to boost driver incomes amid post-pandemic declines but raises concerns from analysts about potential reductions in platform investments, discounts, and overall market sustainability. Accompanying pledges include extended mortgage tenures, daycare facilities, and health insurance for drivers, alongside vows to reclaim unpermitted land, highlighting the government's focus on worker welfare in Indonesia's gig economy.", "content": "
Indonesian president\u2019s May Day decree promises bigger driver share\nbut raises market sustainability concerns.<\/p>\n
President Prabowo Subianto has ordered ride-hailing platforms like\nGojek and Grab to sharply cut their commissions, delighting drivers who\nexpect higher take-home pay while analysts warn of possible fallout for\njobs, discounts and investment.<\/p>\n
Commission Limit Announcement<\/p>\n
From May 1, platforms may keep no more than 8 per cent of fares,\ncompared with previous caps around 20 per cent, with Prabowo declaring\nthat the minimum split for drivers has shifted from 80 per cent to 92\nper cent. Drivers like 25 year old Grab partner Renaldi Satriansyah and\n37 year old Gojek veteran Muhammad Surya Wirawan say the change should\nlift regular income by more than 10 per cent after years of post\npandemic earnings decline.<\/p>\n
Drivers\u2019 Longstanding Frustration<\/p>\n
The decree follows repeated protests and petitions by driver unions\nacross Indonesian cities, who have long demanded lower platform fees,\nbetter working conditions and formal worker status to access state\nbenefits. Speaking before tens of thousands at Jakarta\u2019s National\nMonument on May Day, Prabowo said commissions must fall below 10 per\ncent and warned that any company unwilling to follow the rules should\nnot operate in Indonesia.<\/p>\n
Broader Populist Measures<\/p>\n
Alongside the commission cap, Prabowo pledged to extend mortgage\ntenures to 40 years at subsidised interest rates around 5 per cent, far\nbelow typical 11 to 13 per cent rates, and promised daycare facilities\nfor labourers and health insurance for ride hailing drivers. He also\nvowed to reclaim millions of hectares of plantations and mining sites he\nsaid were opened without permits, framing these land seizures as a move\nto return stolen natural wealth to the people.<\/p>\n
Sustainability And Market Risks<\/p>\n
Public policy experts caution that shrinking platform margins could\nbackfire if firms cut promotional incentives, reduce investment or scale\nback operations, leaving drivers with a larger share of a smaller\nmarket. One analyst with government ties argued that regulating revenue\nsplits without fully understanding demand dynamics is risky, warning\nthat trip volumes, discounts and consumer demand might fall, eroding the\nvery incomes the policy aims to protect.<\/p>\n
Platform Responses And Next Steps<\/p>\n
GoTo chief executive Hans Patuwo said his company would comply with\nPresidential Decree No.\u00a027 2026 and is reviewing its implications to\nkeep serving drivers and consumers, while Grab Indonesia chief executive\nNeneng Goenadi pledged to work with the government so that new rules\nprotect drivers while preserving affordability and industry\nsustainability. How platforms adjust fares, incentives and service\nlevels in the coming months will determine whether the 92 per cent\ndriver share translates into durable gains or short lived relief.<\/p>\n
Indonesia\u2019s new ride hailing commission cap captures a powerful May\nDay message that the state is siding with working class drivers, but it\nalso tests how far governments can push platform economics without\nundermining jobs and service quality. For Indonesians, the policy\u2019s\nsuccess will hinge on careful follow up, data driven reviews and open\ndialogue with drivers and firms; for Singaporeans, the move offers a\ncase study in managing gig economy fairness and investor confidence\nacross a shared regional digital market.<\/p>\n
Sources: Straits Times (2026) , The Jakarta Post (2026)<\/p>\n
Keywords: Commission Cap, Gojek Drivers, Grab Indonesia, Presidential\nDecree 27 2026, Driver Income<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/ride-hailing-windfall-prabowo-caps-platform-commissions-for-drivers-1777863158", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715701, "msgid": "police-also-summon-djka-officials-regarding-train-accident-in-bekasi-1777863151", "date": "2026-05-04 09:23:41", "title": "Police Also Summon DJKA Officials Regarding Train Accident in Bekasi", "author": "", "source": "DETIK", "tags": "", "topic": "Legal", "summary": "Police are conducting examinations of various parties involved in the fatal train accident at Bekasi Timur Station, including officials from the Directorate General of Railways (DJKA), local government departments, and railway operator PT KAI, as the case has escalated to the investigation phase due to evidence of criminal elements. The incident on 27 April involved a commuter train colliding with a stalled taxi on the tracks, which then led to a long-distance train crashing into the stationary commuter train, resulting in 16 deaths and 90 injuries. This ongoing probe highlights potential lapses in railway safety and traffic management protocols in Indonesia's bustling transport network.", "content": "
Examinations of parties from Taxi Green, the Public Works Department,\nthe Spatial Planning Department, and the Directorate General of Railways\nare scheduled to take place at Polda Metro Jaya at 10:00 WIB, according\nto the Head of Public Relations for Polda Metro Jaya, Kombes Budi\nHermanto, to reporters on Monday (4\/5\/2026). Meanwhile, Budi continued,\nthe examination of parties from KAI Daop 1 Jakarta will be conducted at\nManggarai. The police are still carrying out a series of in-depth\ninvestigations. \u201cIn the meantime, the examination of additional\nwitnesses from Daops 1 will be carried out at the Daops 1 Manggarai\noffice at 10:00 WIB,\u201d he said. To date, 31 witnesses have been examined,\nincluding the train driver up to the driver of the Green SM taxi with\ninitials RRP who was involved in the accident. The case of this accident\nhas now progressed to the investigation stage following the discovery of\ncriminal elements in the case review conducted. As is known, the Argo\nBromo Anggrek train collided with a KRL at Bekasi Timur Station on\nMonday night (27\/4). The incident resulted in 16 people killed and 90\nothers injured. At the time of the accident, the Green SM taxi was\nstopped in the middle of the railway tracks not far from Bekasi Timur\nStation due to an electrical short circuit issue, and was then hit by a\nKRL travelling from Cikarang towards Jakarta. The KRL involved in the\naccident with the taxi then stopped in the middle of the tracks. On the\nother hand, there was a KRL heading towards Cikarang that was stopped at\nBekasi Timur Station as a result of the incident between the KRL heading\nto Jakarta and the Green SM taxi. It was this KRL stopped at Bekasi\nTimur Station that was subsequently hit by the Argo Bromo Anggrek train\ntravelling from Jakarta.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/police-also-summon-djka-officials-regarding-train-accident-in-bekasi-1777863151", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715680, "msgid": "former-pertamina-director-faces-verdict-hearing-in-lng-corruption-case-today-1777863149", "date": "2026-05-04 09:23:20", "title": "Former Pertamina Director Faces Verdict Hearing in LNG Corruption Case Today", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Legal", "summary": "Hari Karyuliarto, former Director of Gas at PT Pertamina from 2012 to 2014, and Yenni Andayani, former Vice President of Strategic Planning and Business Development, are set to receive their verdicts in a corruption case involving the procurement of liquefied natural gas (LNG) at the Corruption Court in Central Jakarta on Monday. Prosecutors have demanded 6.5 years in prison for Hari and 5.5 years for Yenni, along with fines of Rp200 million each, for actions that allegedly caused state losses of US$113.84 million (Rp1.77 trillion). The case centres on unlawful decisions that enriched former Pertamina President Director Karen Agustiawan and the US-based Corpus Christi Liquefaction LLC, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of state-owned enterprise procurement practices.", "content": "
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Hari Karyuliarto, Director of Gas at PT Pertamina\n(Persero) from 2012 to 2014, is facing the verdict hearing in the\nalleged corruption case concerning the procurement of liquefied natural\ngas (LNG) at the Corruption Crimes Court at the Central Jakarta District\nCourt on Monday.<\/p>\n
In addition to Hari Karyuliarto, the panel of judges will also read\nout the verdict for Yenni Andayani, Vice President of Strategic Planning\nand Business Development at Pertamina\u2019s Gas Directorate from 2012 to\n2013.<\/p>\n
The hearing will be chaired by Chief Judge Suwandi in Courtroom\nWirjono Projodikoro 2 at 1:00 PM WIB.<\/p>\n
Previously, Hari Karyuliarto was demanded a prison sentence of 6\nyears and 6 months, while Yenni faced 5 years and 6 months in the\nalleged corruption case involving the LNG procurement from Corpus\nChristi Liquefaction LLC (CCL) by Pertamina and related agencies from\n2011 to 2021.<\/p>\n
In addition to imprisonment, Hari and Yenni were also demanded fines\nof Rp200 million each, with the stipulation that if not paid, they would\nbe replaced (subsidiar) with imprisonment for 80 days.<\/p>\n
In that case, the two defendants are alleged to have caused losses to\nstate finances amounting to US$113.84 million, equivalent to Rp1.77\ntrillion.<\/p>\n
The state losses are alleged to have occurred due to unlawful acts\nthat enriched Pertamina\u2019s President Director from 2009 to 2014, Galaila\nKaren Kardinah alias Karen Agustiawan, by Rp1.09 billion and US$104,016,\nas well as enriching CCL by US$113.84 million.<\/p>\n
The unlawful acts committed by the two defendants, namely Hari is\nalleged to have failed to prepare guidelines for the LNG procurement\nprocess from international sources and still proceeded with the LNG\nprocurement from Cheniere Energy Inc.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Yenni proposed to Hari to sign the Circular Board of\nDirectors Meeting Minutes regarding the decision on signing the LNG\nTrain 1 and Train 2 sales and purchase agreement from CCL without\nsupporting economic studies, risk assessments and mitigations in the CCL\nLNG procurement process, and without a CCL LNG buyer bound by an\nagreement.<\/p>\n
Thus, the acts of the two defendants are regulated and punishable\nunder Article 2 paragraph (1) or Article 3 of Law No.\u00a031 of 1999 on the\nEradication of Corruption Crimes as amended and supplemented by Law\nNo.\u00a020 of 2001 jo. Article 55 paragraph (1) first jo. Article 64\nparagraph (1) of the Criminal Code.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/former-pertamina-director-faces-verdict-hearing-in-lng-corruption-case-today-1777863149", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715709, "msgid": "students-to-protest-at-palace-and-dpr-this-afternoon-3-000-personnel-deployed-1777863152", "date": "2026-05-04 09:22:49", "title": "Students to Protest at Palace and DPR This Afternoon, 3,000 Personnel Deployed", "author": "", "source": "CNN_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Politics", "summary": "Thousands of students from various universities and civil society groups are set to stage protests in Jakarta this afternoon at key locations including the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology, the DPR building, and the Presidential Palace area at Medan Merdeka Selatan. Police have mobilised 3,225 combined personnel to secure the demonstrations, emphasising a humane, professional approach that respects constitutional rights to public expression. The actions, organised by entities such as BEM SI, Kerakyatan, and university student councils, highlight ongoing civic engagement in Indonesia's political landscape.", "content": "
Students from various campuses and elements of society will hold a\ndemonstration in Jakarta on Monday (4\/5) this afternoon. There are at\nleast three main protest points this afternoon. The police are deploying\nup to 3,225 combined personnel to secure the protest action held by a\nnumber of students from various universities and community elements. The\nthree protest points are in front of the Ministry of Education, Science,\nTechnology, and Higher Education (Kemendiktiristek) in the Senayan area,\nin front of the DPR building also in the Senayan area, and at the\npalace, which is permitted only in the Medan Merdeka Selatan area,\nCentral Jakarta. Central Jakarta Metro Police Chief Kombes Pol Reynold\nEP Hutagalung assured that security will be carried out on the principle\nof serving the community and respecting citizens\u2019 constitutional rights\nto express opinions in public. \u201cWe are present to serve the community in\nexpressing aspirations in a humane, professional manner and in\naccordance with the rules,\u201d said Reynold in Jakarta on Monday morning,\nquoted from Antara. According to him, 3,225 combined personnel from\nPolda Metro Jaya, Polres, and Polsek under their jurisdiction are on\nstandby to serve the protest action. \u201cThere are 3,225 combined personnel\nto serve the protest action,\u201d he stated. The protest action points from\nBEM SI and Kerakyatan as well as the Civil Society Coalition are held in\nfront of the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology of the\nRepublic of Indonesia, scheduled at 11:00 WIB. There is also a protest\naction from the Executive Student Council of Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta\nState Islamic University (DEMA UIN) and several mass elements in the\nMedan Merdeka Selatan Street area or also known as the Horse Statue\npoint in Gambir Ward, Central Jakarta, at 10:00 WIB. In addition, a\nprotest is also held by the Executive Body of Indraprasta PGRI\nUniversity Students (BEM Unindra) in front of the MPR\/DPR building at\n11:00 WIB.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/students-to-protest-at-palace-and-dpr-this-afternoon-3-000-personnel-deployed-1777863152", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715741, "msgid": "assessing-the-urgency-of-double-double-track-following-the-krl-argorail-argo-bromo-anggrek-accident-in-bekasi-1777863155", "date": "2026-05-04 09:22:09", "title": "Assessing the Urgency of Double-Double Track Following the KRL-Argorail Argo Bromo Anggrek Accident in Bekasi", "author": "Jessi Carina", "source": "KOMPAS", "tags": "", "topic": "Infrastructure", "summary": "A collision between the long-distance Argo Bromo Anggrek train and a Commuter Line service in East Bekasi on 27 April 2026 has reignited discussions on railway safety and infrastructure upgrades in Indonesia. Transportation expert Yayat Supriatna argues that while a double-double track (DDT) system could enhance capacity, its urgency depends on travel demand, and prioritising the resolution of at-grade crossings and efficient scheduling on existing tracks would be more practical. He highlights potential inefficiencies, fiscal implications including Track Access Charges and maintenance funding, land acquisition challenges, and the need for station upgrades before pursuing costly expansions funded partly by the state budget and PT KAI investments.", "content": "
JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - That night, Monday (27\/4\/2026), turned tense.\nThe long-distance Argo Bromo Anggrek train and the Commuter Line heading\nto Cikarang collided on the East Bekasi line in Bekasi. The locomotive\nappeared to plough into the rear women\u2019s carriage of the Commuter Line.\nThe atmosphere turned chaotic, with warning sirens blaring, accompanied\nby cries and frantic conversations among passengers. Shortly afterwards,\nthe noise grew louder with the arrival of ambulances, medical personnel,\nthe National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas), and elements of the\nTNI\/Police who worked to evacuate trapped victims. The concept is seen\nas a solution to prevent similar accidents from recurring. But is it\nnecessary? Transportation observer and lecturer in the Urban and\nRegional Planning programme at Trisakti University, Yayat Supriatna,\nstated that the urgency of building a double-double track would greatly\ndepend on the level of rail travel demand. The denser the number of\ntrain journeys, the higher the urgency. According to him, the root\nproblem that needs to be addressed is the at-grade crossings that do not\ncomply with regulations. \u201cI\u2019m tired of talking about at-grade crossings,\nwhy? Because if the railway is made into a double-double track, it could\ncause endless traffic jams for road users. Look at Bekasi Station,\ntrains pass every 2-3 minutes, causing long queues of traffic. What if\nthe double-double track is already built?\u201d Yayat said when contacted by\nKompas.com on Thursday (30\/4\/2026). Yayat believes that building DDT\nwould risk inefficiency if the existing (double track) line can still\naccommodate train frequency through schedule management and signalling.\nAs is known, PT KAI (Persero) is required to pay Track Access Charge\n(TAC) to the government because the rails and several facilities are\nstate-owned. At the same time, the government also allocates\nInfrastructure Maintenance and Operation (IMO) funds to finance the\nmaintenance of facilities including rail maintenance, bridges, signals,\nand so on. This reciprocal relationship shows that building new lines\nlike DDT is not just about construction, but also long-term fiscal\nconsequences. \u201cSo, in my view, if the double-double track is to be\nbuilt, it must first be coordinated with the handling of at-grade\ncrossings,\u201d Yayat explained. Moreover, there is a need to reorganise\nstations to accommodate the additional tracks and various permits that\naccompany it. \u201cIf the double-double track is built, then the stations\nwill need to be upgraded again. Not to mention the unresolved land\nacquisition issues. Actually, the problem with wanting to build double\ntrack sometimes has many obstacles, like incomplete land acquisition\nthat causes problems,\u201d Yayat added. This is because the construction\nbudget is not entirely covered by the state budget, but also by\ninvestments from KAI. In the future, the Ministry of Transportation will\nalso hand over the management of facilities to PT KAI.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/assessing-the-urgency-of-double-double-track-following-the-krl-argorail-argo-bromo-anggrek-accident-in-bekasi-1777863155", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715716, "msgid": "mp-praises-digital-minister-for-cracking-down-on-content-deemed-to-spread-hate-speech-1777863153", "date": "2026-05-04 09:22:02", "title": "MP Praises Digital Minister for Cracking Down on Content Deemed to Spread Hate Speech", "author": "", "source": "VIVA", "tags": "berita", "topic": "Regulation", "summary": "A member of Indonesia's House of Representatives, Nurul Arifin, has commended the Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) for its administrative takedown of a controversial video statement by Amien Rais, which was accused of containing defamation and hate speech elements. Arifin highlighted the ministry's approach under Minister Meutya Hafid as proportionate, avoiding immediate criminal proceedings to maintain a healthy digital public space while upholding democratic freedoms. He urged public figures and citizens alike to exercise responsibility in their expressions, emphasising the need for evidence-based political discourse to prevent the degradation of democratic quality.", "content": "
Jakarta \u2013 A member of Commission I of the House of Representatives\n(DPR), Nurul Arifin, has praised the steps taken by the Ministry of\nCommunication and Digital (Komdigi) in addressing the controversy\nsurrounding a video statement by Amien Rais, which is deemed to contain\nelements of defamation and hate speech.<\/p>\n
According to Nurul, Komdigi\u2019s decision to issue a takedown order for\nthe content without immediately pursuing legal action is an appropriate\nand proportionate measure to keep the digital space healthy.<\/p>\n
\u201cKomdigi\u2019s actions are already correct, namely carrying out\nadministrative enforcement in accordance with its authority. This is\nimportant to keep our digital public space conducive without having to\nresort to immediate criminalisation,\u201d Nurul stated in his remarks on\nMonday, 4 May 2026.<\/p>\n
He also assessed that the decision taken by the Minister of\nCommunication and Digital, Meutya Hafid, reflects a balanced approach\nbetween enforcing rules and preserving the democratic climate.<\/p>\n
Furthermore, Nurul reminded that freedom of expression in a\ndemocratic system must be accompanied by responsibility, especially for\npublic figures who have significant influence on public opinion.<\/p>\n
\u201cFreedom of expression is indeed guaranteed, but every statement,\nespecially those that are personal and sensitive, must be accountable.\nIt should not develop into defamation that harms others,\u201d he\nstressed.<\/p>\n
He emphasised that political statements should focus on the substance\nof policies and public interests, not on personal issues unsupported by\nclear evidence.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur political discourse must be healthy and data-based. If not, what\nhappens is a degradation in the quality of democracy because the public\nspace is filled with unverifiable narratives,\u201d Nurul continued.<\/p>\n
In this context, Nurul also called on all parties, both politicians\nand the public, to be wiser in conveying and disseminating information\nin the digital space.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe all have a responsibility to maintain the quality of democracy.\nDo not let the freedom we have be misused to spread information that may\nnot be true,\u201d he concluded.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/mp-praises-digital-minister-for-cracking-down-on-content-deemed-to-spread-hate-speech-1777863153", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715742, "msgid": "latest-fuel-price-update-comparison-of-pertamina-bp-and-vivo-1777863155", "date": "2026-05-04 09:22:00", "title": "Latest Fuel Price Update: Comparison of Pertamina, BP, and Vivo", "author": "Agung Kurniawan", "source": "KOMPAS", "tags": "", "topic": "Energy", "summary": "PT Pertamina has adjusted its fuel prices effective from 4 May 2026, with non-subsidised products like Pertamax Turbo seeing an increase from Rp 19,400 to Rp 19,900 per litre, while others remain unchanged. Private fuel stations such as BP AKR and Vivo Energy Indonesia have also raised prices for premium diesel variants, with BP Ultimate Diesel and Diesel Primus Plus now both priced at Rp 30,890 per litre, up from around Rp 14,600. This adjustment highlights ongoing fluctuations in fuel costs, prompting consumers to compare prices across providers amid economic pressures.", "content": "
JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com \u2013 Fuel prices have once again drawn attention\nfollowing an adjustment by PT Pertamina (Persero), effective from 4 May\n2026. This adjustment primarily affects several non-subsidised fuels,\nwhile some other products remain unchanged. This situation requires the\npublic to once more scrutinise fuel price comparisons at various public\nfuelling stations (SPBU). According to Pertamina\u2019s official website on\nMonday (4\/5\/2026), the price increase applies to Pertamax Turbo, which\nrises from Rp 19,400 per litre to Rp 19,900 per litre. In addition to\nPertamina, fuel prices at private SPBUs are also noteworthy. At the BP\nAKR network, the price of BP Ultimate Diesel, previously tagged at Rp\n14,620 per litre, is now at Rp 30,890 per litre. Meanwhile, at Vivo\nEnergy Indonesia SPBUs, the Diesel Primus Plus (CN 51) type has also\nseen a price hike, from Rp 14,610 to Rp 30,890 per litre.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/latest-fuel-price-update-comparison-of-pertamina-bp-and-vivo-1777863155", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715683, "msgid": "seven-opec-member-countries-ready-to-boost-oil-production-in-june-1777863149", "date": "2026-05-04 09:17:57", "title": "Seven OPEC+ member countries ready to boost oil production in June", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Energy", "summary": "Seven OPEC+ countries, including Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman, have decided to increase their maximum oil production quotas by 188,000 barrels per day in June in response to the United Arab Emirates' exit from the group. This adjustment, part of voluntary production cuts first announced in April 2023, can be gradually reversed based on market conditions, with the group emphasising a cautious and flexible approach to ensure market stability. The move also aims to accelerate compensation for any overproduction since January 2024, monitored by the Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee.", "content": "
Vienna (ANTARA) - The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting\nCountries (OPEC) stated in a communique on Sunday (3\/5) that seven OPEC+\ncountries have decided to raise their maximum oil production quotas by\n188,000 barrels per day in June, in response to the United Arab Emirates\n(UAE) leaving the group.<\/p>\n
OPEC stated that the voluntary adjustment can be gradually reversed,\neither partially or fully, depending on market developments.<\/p>\n
The seven countries, namely Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait,\nKazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman, took this decision in a virtual meeting\non Sunday to review global market conditions and prospects.<\/p>\n
The increase, to be implemented in June 2025, is part of the\nadjustment to the additional voluntary production cuts first announced\nin April 2023.<\/p>\n
The group stated that the voluntary adjustment can be gradually\nreversed, either partially or fully, depending on market\ndevelopments.<\/p>\n
Reaffirming their commitment to oil market stability, the countries\nemphasised the need for a cautious and flexible approach. According to\nthem, production levels can be increased, paused, or reversed as needed,\nincluding adjustments introduced in November 2023.<\/p>\n
The seven countries also stated that this step will provide an\nopportunity to accelerate compensation for any excess production since\nJanuary 2024.<\/p>\n
They reaffirmed their commitment to full compliance with the\nDeclaration of Cooperation, with production levels to be monitored by\nthe Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/seven-opec-member-countries-ready-to-boost-oil-production-in-june-1777863149", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715684, "msgid": "yesterday-purbaya-confirmed-healthy-to-railway-recovery-1777863149", "date": "2026-05-04 09:17:20", "title": "Yesterday: Purbaya Confirmed Healthy to Railway Recovery", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Economy", "summary": "On Sunday, the Indonesian Ministry of Finance confirmed that Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa is in good health, dispelling any concerns about his condition. Trade Minister Budi Santoso highlighted the economic value of the songbird ecosystem at Rp1.7 to Rp2 trillion, while PT Hoi Fu Paper Packaging announced a Rp1.12 trillion investment for a packaging factory in the Kendal Special Economic Zone, expected to create 1,000 local jobs. Additionally, the Trade Minister clarified that adjustments to the maximum retail price of Minyakita cooking oil are unrelated to the B50 biodiesel programme, and PT Kereta Api Indonesia's CEO emphasised recovery efforts and safety enhancements following the Bekasi Timur incident.", "content": "
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Various economic events occurred on Sunday (4\/5),\nranging from the Ministry of Finance confirming that Finance Minister\nPurbaya is in good health, to the President Director of KAI emphasising\nfocus on recovery for the safety of train journeys.<\/p>\n
Here is a compilation of economic news summarised by LKBN ANTARA.<\/p>\n
Ministry of Finance confirms Finance Minister Purbaya is in good\nhealth<\/p>\n
The Ministry of Finance (Kemenkeu) has confirmed that Finance\nMinister (Menkeu) Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa is currently in good health.<\/p>\n
\u201cYes, he is perfectly healthy,\u201d said the Head of the Bureau of\nCommunication and Information Services of the Ministry of Finance, Deni\nSurjantoro, when confirmed by ANTARA in Jakarta on Sunday.<\/p>\n
Trade Minister reveals economic value of songbird ecosystem reaches\nRp2 trillion<\/p>\n
Trade Minister (Mendag) Budi Santoso has revealed that the songbird\necosystem in Indonesia has significant economic value, amounting to\nRp1.7 trillion to Rp2 trillion.<\/p>\n
Speaking at the Songbird Singing Competition and UMKM Culinary\nFestival in Jakarta on Sunday, he stated that this potential is expected\nto continue growing with the increasing popularity of songbird\ncompetitions in various regions.<\/p>\n
PT Hoi Fu Paper to build factory in Kendal SEZ, investment of Rp1.12\ntrillion<\/p>\n
PT Hoi Fu Paper Packaging is building a packaging factory in the\nKendal Special Economic Zone (KEK), Central Java, with an investment\nvalue of Rp1.12 trillion.<\/p>\n
This investment injection is projected to absorb up to 1,000 workers,\nwith around 95 percent being local labour.<\/p>\n
Trade Minister confirms Minyakita HET adjustment not related to B50\nimplementation<\/p>\n
Trade Minister (Mendag) Budi Santoso has confirmed that the planned\nadjustment to the Highest Retail Price (HET) of Minyakita is not related\nto the implementation of the B50 biodiesel programme.<\/p>\n
\u201cNot at all,\u201d said the Trade Minister in Jakarta on Sunday.<\/p>\n
President Director of KAI emphasises focus on recovery for train\njourney safety<\/p>\n
President Director of PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) Bobby\nRasyidin has emphasised that the company is focusing on operational\nrecovery, customer and affected family support, and strengthening train\njourney safety following the Bekasi Timur incident.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur current focus is to ensure the recovery process runs well, to\nsupport customers and families (of the Bekasi Timur incident victims),\nand to maintain safety going forward. We will continue to be present in\nevery process undertaken,\u201d said Bobby in a statement in Jakarta on\nSunday.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/yesterday-purbaya-confirmed-healthy-to-railway-recovery-1777863149", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715721, "msgid": "antam-precious-metal-gold-prices-fall-again-today-time-to-buy-1777863153", "date": "2026-05-04 09:17:12", "title": "Antam Precious Metal Gold Prices Fall Again Today \u2013 Time to Buy!", "author": "", "source": "CNBC", "tags": "", "topic": "Finance", "summary": "Gold prices from PT Aneka Tambang (Antam) Tbk, known as Antam Precious Metal, declined further on Monday, 4 May 2026, with the one-gram bar priced at Rp2,795,000, down Rp1,000 from the previous day, while the buyback price stood at Rp2,585,000, also down Rp1,000. This continues a weakening trend amid global uncertainties, with international spot gold at US$4,613.18 per troy ounce, slightly lower by 0.01%. The market remains pressured by geopolitical factors, including US-Iran peace talks and their potential impact on oil, gold, and broader financial markets.", "content": "
Gold prices from PT Aneka Tambang (Antam) Tbk, or as known as Antam\nPrecious Metal, fell during trading today, Monday (4\/5\/2026). According\nto data from the official PT Antam website, logammulia.com, at 08:24\nWIB, at the LM Graha Dipta Pulo Gadung Jakarta gold boutique, the price\nof one-gram gold today is set at Rp2,795,000 per bar, or down Rp1,000\ncompared to the previous trading. Today\u2019s price decline continues the\nweakening trend in the two previous trading sessions after strengthening\nin yesterday\u2019s trading. In line with that, the Antam gold buyback price\nor repurchase price also remained flat. Today, the buyback price is at\nthe level of Rp2,585,000 per gram or down Rp1,000 from the previous\ntrading. Gold prices are estimated to remain under pressure this week\namid ongoing global uncertainties. Referring to Refinitiv, the gold\nprice today, Monday (4\/5\/2026) at 06:50 WIB, is at the position of\nUS$4,613.18 per troy ounce or weakening by 0.01%. At the end of last\nweek, gold prices closed down 0.17% to US$4,613.62. Over the week, gold\nprices fell 2.02%. Precious metal sentiment in the coming days will be\nheavily influenced by geopolitical and macroeconomic factors. \u201cThe focus\nnext week will remain on developments in peace talks between the US and\nIran, and their impact on oil, gold, and the broader financial markets,\u201d\nsaid Pranav Mer from JM Financial Services, to FX Market. Here is the\ndetailed breakdown of Antam Precious Metal gold prices today, Monday 4\nMay 2026:<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/antam-precious-metal-gold-prices-fall-again-today-time-to-buy-1777863153", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715702, "msgid": "hormuz-blockade-how-long-can-iran-hold-out-1777863151", "date": "2026-05-04 09:15:55", "title": "Hormuz Blockade: How Long Can Iran Hold Out?", "author": "", "source": "DETIK", "tags": "", "topic": "Energy", "summary": "The United States is reportedly preparing a long-term blockade against Iran to pressure its economy, particularly oil exports, amid escalating tensions over Tehran's nuclear programme and regional influence. This blockade has drastically reduced shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global energy supplies and forcing Iran to cut oil production, with experts estimating it could sustain exports for only two to three months using existing stockpiles before facing permanent damage. While Iran appears resilient in the short term, prolonged measures risk broader geopolitical fallout, including heightened tensions in the Persian Gulf and disruptions to Asian economies reliant on regional energy imports.", "content": "
The US often combines strategic signals with deliberate ambiguity to\nlimit room for manoeuvre,\u201d explained Iranian expert Fatemeh Aman to DW.\nAman previously worked at institutions including the Middle East\nInstitute and the Atlantic Council in Washington. She referred to recent\nAmerican media reports.<\/p>\n
According to a Wall Street Journal report, US President Donald Trump\nis preparing a long-term blockade against Iran. Based on sources from\ngovernment officials, Trump is said to have instructed his advisers. The\naim is to maintain pressure on Iran\u2019s economy, particularly oil exports,\nuntil Tehran makes concessions.<\/p>\n
According to information from the US portal Axios, new military\noptions against Iran are also being considered. On Wednesday (29\/04),\nTrump warned Tehran\u2019s leadership to \u201cact rationally soon\u201d and agree to a\npeace deal.<\/p>\n
Iran is demanded to halt its nuclear programme, hand over around 400\nkilograms of highly enriched uranium to the US, and reduce its regional\ninfluence. It remains unclear when the blockade of Iranian ports will be\nlifted.<\/p>\n
Major pressure from the blockade<\/p>\n
The Strait of Hormuz has become Iran\u2019s main leverage tool in\nnegotiations. This strait is crucial for transporting oil and gas from\nPersian Gulf countries and holds vital importance for the global\neconomy.<\/p>\n
Since the war with Iran began two months ago, the number of ships\ncrossing the Strait of Hormuz has fallen by more than 95 per cent,\naccording to the UN.<\/p>\n
In addition to oil and gas, supplies of fertiliser\u2014essential for\ndeveloping countries\u2014and petrochemical products have also been\ndisrupted, said the head of the International Energy Agency (IEA), Fatih\nBirol, on 30 April 2026 at a conference ahead of the high-level COP31\nclimate meeting in Antalya, Turkey. He assessed that his concerns about\nthe largest energy crisis in history due to the Iran conflict are\nincreasingly proving true.<\/p>\n
The US itself has imposed a naval blockade against Iran to cut off\nTehran\u2019s revenue from oil exports. In response, Iran demands that the US\nlift the blockade of its ports and signals it will reopen the Strait of\nHormuz to international shipping traffic.<\/p>\n
The Iranian state is highly dependent on oil exports. It is estimated\nthat around a third to 45 per cent of state revenue comes from the oil\nand gas sector. Since the US has pressured shipping traffic in the\nStrait of Hormuz, Iran\u2019s oil exports have declined dramatically.<\/p>\n
Oil production declines and state revenue shrinks<\/p>\n
The US naval blockade has gradually disrupted Iran\u2019s oil exports,\nsaid senior analyst from data company Kpler, Homayoun Falakshahi, to DW.\nShipments have fallen significantly, while inventories have risen\nrapidly.<\/p>\n
He emphasised that Iran can only load oil if there are enough empty\ntankers available and if those ships can actually leave the Persian\nGulf.<\/p>\n
Iran is now forced to reduce production\u2014a step it has often taken\npreviously due to sanctions. Other producers in the region, such as\nIraq, are also compelled to lower their output.<\/p>\n
According to energy expert Dalgah Chatinoglu, Iran\u2019s oil production\ncould drop by around one million barrels per day within a month,\napproaching domestic consumption levels.<\/p>\n
However, Iran still has around 170 million barrels of oil on ships\nthat passed through the Strait of Hormuz before the blockade, which\ncould support exports for two to three months.<\/p>\n
In the short term, Tehran appears able to withstand the blockade. But\na long-term production halt could cause permanent damage, as production\nfacilities must be scaled down or even shut down.<\/p>\n
Chatinoglu stressed that the technical consequences of stopping oil\nfields are very serious\u2014unused wells can dry up due to halted flow.\nWhether this actually happens depends heavily on the intensity of the US\nnaval blockade.<\/p>\n
At the same time, economic pressure continues to mount due to reduced\nstate revenue, while the government must still fund internal\nexpenditures such as salaries for security and military personnel.<\/p>\n
Iran\u2019s economy has long been affected by mismanagement, corruption,\nand international sanctions. In 2025, average inflation is estimated at\naround 51 per cent, and in 2026 it is projected to rise to around 69 per\ncent. A prolonged blockade could exacerbate this crisis.<\/p>\n
In response to the question of how long the US can maintain the naval\nblockade, Fatemeh Aman said, \u201cMaintaining a long-term blockade against\nIran requires substantial continuous military resources, operates in\nlegally uncertain territory, and carries political risks.\u201d<\/p>\n
Long-term restrictions on maritime traffic could also drag in other\ncountries, worsen tensions in the Persian Gulf, and impact global\ntrade\u2014particularly for Asian economies heavily reliant on energy imports\nfrom the region. \u201cAt that point, Washington must question whether the\npressure applied remains controllable or instead creates unwanted\nproblems.\u201d<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/hormuz-blockade-how-long-can-iran-hold-out-1777863151", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715685, "msgid": "antam-gold-price-slightly-down-by-rp1-000-to-rp2-795-million-per-gram-on-monday-1777863149", "date": "2026-05-04 09:14:14", "title": "Antam Gold Price Slightly Down by Rp1,000 to Rp2.795 Million per Gram on Monday", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Finance", "summary": "The price of Antam gold in Jakarta fell marginally by Rp1,000 to Rp2.795 million per gram as of 9:05 AM WIB on Monday, with the buyback price also decreasing to Rp2.585 million per gram. Prices for various denominations ranging from 0.5 grams to 1 kilogram were listed on the Logam Mulia website, subject to changes at any time. Transactions are subject to income tax deductions under PMK No. 34\/PMK.10\/2017, including 0.45% for NPWP holders and 0.9% for non-holders on purchases, and 1.5% or 3% on buybacks exceeding Rp10 million, highlighting the regulatory framework governing gold trading in Indonesia.", "content": "
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Antam gold price monitored on the Logam Mulia\nwebsite from Jakarta on Monday at 09:05 WIB experienced a decline of\nRp1,000 from the previous Rp2.796,000 to Rp2.795,000 per gram. Likewise,\nthe buyback price also fell to Rp2.585,000 per gram. Antam gold prices\nmay change at any time. Sales transactions are subject to tax deductions\nin accordance with PMK Number 34\/PMK.10\/2017 for all types of gold from\n1 gram to 1,000 grams (1 kilogram). The resale of gold bars to PT Antam\nTbk with a value exceeding Rp10 million is subject to Income Tax (PPh)\nArticle 22 at 1.5 percent for holders of a Taxpayer Identification\nNumber (NPWP) and 3 percent for non-NPWP holders. PPh 22 on buyback\ntransactions is deducted directly from the total buyback value. Here are\nthe prices for gold bar denominations recorded on the latest Logam Mulia\nAntam website: - 0.5 gram gold price: Rp1,447,500 - 1 gram gold price:\nRp2,795,000 - 2 gram gold price: Rp5,530,000 - 3 gram gold price:\nRp8,270,000 - 5 gram gold price: Rp13,750,000 - 10 gram gold price:\nRp27,445,000 - 25 gram gold price: Rp68,487,000 - 50 gram gold price:\nRp136,895,000 - 100 gram gold price: Rp273,712,000 - 250 gram gold\nprice: Rp684,015,000 - 500 gram gold price: Rp1,367,820,000 - 1,000 gram\ngold price: Rp2,735,600,000 Tax deductions on gold purchase prices in\naccordance with PMK Number 34\/PMK.10\/2017, purchases of gold bars are\nsubject to PPh 22 at 0.45 percent for NPWP holders and 0.9 percent for\nnon-NPWP holders. Every purchase of gold bars is accompanied by proof of\nPPh 22 deduction.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/antam-gold-price-slightly-down-by-rp1-000-to-rp2-795-million-per-gram-on-monday-1777863149", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715745, "msgid": "list-of-6-provinces-that-can-extend-stnk-without-the-previous-owners-id-1777863156", "date": "2026-05-04 09:12:00", "title": "List of 6 Provinces that Can Extend STNK Without the Previous Owner's ID", "author": "Agung Kurniawan", "source": "KOMPAS", "tags": "", "topic": "Regulation", "summary": "Several Indonesian provinces are implementing policies to simplify annual STNK extensions for used vehicles by waiving the requirement for the previous owner's ID, addressing a common administrative hurdle in tax payments. Provinces including West Java, DKI Jakarta, Banten, and Central Java have introduced these measures, often requiring a declaration of intent to transfer ownership in the future to maintain accurate vehicle records. This phased national initiative aims to boost tax compliance and revenue while streamlining processes for vehicle owners.", "content": "
JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - Several regions are beginning to provide\nconveniences for owners of used vehicles in handling annual taxes. STNK\nextensions now do not always require the previous owner\u2019s ID, which has\noften been an obstacle in the administrative process. Director of\nRegistration and Identification (Dirregident) of Korlantas Polri,\nBrigjen Pol. Wibowo, stated that the purpose of this policy is to\naddress the controversy surrounding the requirement for the previous\nvehicle owner\u2019s ID, which frequently hinders tax payments. Although it\napplies nationally, implementation is being carried out gradually by\neach regional government. Here are the 6 provinces that have already\nimplemented it: The West Java Provincial Government has applied the\npolicy of paying motor vehicle taxes without the original owner\u2019s ID\nsince 6 April 2026 through Circular Letter number 47\/KU.03.02\/Bapenda on\nAnnual Motor Vehicle Tax Payments Without the First Owner\u2019s ID. Quoted\nfrom the Jabarprov website, here are the requirements that West Java\nresidents need to bring when paying motor vehicle taxes that have not\nyet been transferred: DKI Jakarta provides similar flexibility, but with\nthe condition of signing a declaration of willingness to transfer\nownership in 2027. This policy only applies to annual STNK extensions,\nnot including 5-year STNK extensions (plate replacement). \u201cThrough the\nobligation to sign the declaration, the Provincial Government ensures\nthat the vehicle transfer process remains a priority to be completed in\nthe future. Thus, vehicle ownership data in DKI Jakarta remains accurate\nand can support development planning as well as optimisation of regional\nrevenue,\u201d stated the explanation from Bapenda DKI Jakarta. In Banten,\nthis programme applies from 1 May to 31 December 2026. Taxpayers must\nstill prepare a declaration letter as a commitment to carry out the\ntransfer. Quoted from the official Banten Province website, here are the\nrequired documents to bring when handling motor vehicle taxes that have\nnot been transferred: Acting Head of Bapenda of Central Java Province,\nMuhamad Masrofi, stated that motor vehicle owners must still include\nseveral required documents, namely the original STNK, personal identity\ncard, and a vehicle ownership declaration. \u201cThe declaration contains a\ncommitment to carry out the transfer process in the following year, and\nis part of vehicle administration improvement,\u201d he said, quoted from the\nJatengprov website.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/list-of-6-provinces-that-can-extend-stnk-without-the-previous-owners-id-1777863156", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715746, "msgid": "arrest-of-101-people-during-labour-day-at-dpr-promised-concert-trip-but-taken-to-metro-police-headquarters-1777863156", "date": "2026-05-04 09:10:33", "title": "Arrest of 101 People During Labour Day at DPR, Promised Concert Trip but Taken to Metro Police Headquarters Instead", "author": "Faieq Hidayat", "source": "KOMPAS", "tags": "", "topic": "Politics", "summary": "Police arrested 101 individuals during the International Labour Day protests outside the DPR\/MPR building in Jakarta on 1 May 2026, suspecting them of attempting to infiltrate the demonstration and incite unrest, with most coming from outside the city. Authorities seized dangerous items and documents suggesting planned disturbances, while efforts are underway to contact their families. The Jakarta Legal Aid Institute has raised concerns over potential rights violations, alleging that plainclothes officers deceived protesters into boarding buses under the pretext of attending a concert, only to transport them to the Metro Jaya Police Headquarters.", "content": "
JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - A total of 101 people were arrested during the\nInternational Labour Day (May Day) action in front of the DPR\/MPR\nBuilding in Senayan, Jakarta, on Friday (1\/5\/2026).<\/p>\n
The Metro Jaya Regional Police\u2019s General Criminal Investigation\nDirectorate stated that the arrests were made as a preventive measure\nagainst potential disturbances.<\/p>\n
Police suspect the group intended to infiltrate the labour action and\ntrigger conflict.<\/p>\n
The majority of them are said to come from outside Jakarta.<\/p>\n
The Director of General Criminal Investigation at the Metro Jaya\nRegional Police, Commissioner Pol Iman Imanuddin, said the data was\nobtained from initial tabulation.<\/p>\n
\u201cBecause most of them come from outside Jakarta, we are also trying\nto contact their families to pick them up,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
During the arrests, police confiscated several items deemed\ndangerous, such as empty bottles, fire wick cloth, petrol, slingshots,\nGotri, concrete nails, and sharp weapons.<\/p>\n
Police also found communication devices, approximately Rp 10 million\nin cash, and documents containing alleged riot scenarios, including\nroutes, times, and escape paths.<\/p>\n
However, police stated they are still investigating whether they are\npart of a structured group.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the Jakarta Legal Aid Institute (LBH) has uncovered\nseveral allegations of violations in the arrest of the 101 people during\nMay Day in front of the parliamentary complex.<\/p>\n
Public Lawyer of LBH Jakarta, Nabil Hafizhurrahman, said there were\nallegations of mass diversion in the incident.<\/p>\n
He mentioned that several action participants were directed by\nparties suspected to be undercover officers to board a bus under the\npretext of heading to a concert location.<\/p>\n
However, the bus instead took them to the Metro Jaya Regional Police\nHeadquarters.<\/p>\n
\u201cAt that time, there were plainclothes police around Palmerah who\nthen directed the action crowd to board the bus to the concert venue.\nInstead of arriving at the concert venue, the bus headed to the Metro\nJaya Regional Police Headquarters,\u201d Nabil told Kompas.com on Saturday\n(2\/5\/2026).<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/arrest-of-101-people-during-labour-day-at-dpr-promised-concert-trip-but-taken-to-metro-police-headquarters-1777863156", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715747, "msgid": "ascent-of-mount-halau-halau-the-roof-of-south-kalimantan-permanently-closed-1777863156", "date": "2026-05-04 09:09:00", "title": "Ascent of Mount Halau-Halau, the Roof of South Kalimantan, Permanently Closed", "author": "Anggara Wikan Prasetya", "source": "KOMPAS", "tags": "", "topic": "Social Policy", "summary": "Villages of Juhu and Hinas Kiri in Hulu Sungai Tengah Regency, South Kalimantan, have decided to permanently close the ascent of Mount Halau-Halau, the province's highest peak at 1,901 metres, starting 1 May 2026, due to its sacred status revered by ancestors. The decision, reached through community consensus and facilitated by local government, has sparked discussions on social media, with climbers lamenting the loss of a key natural tourism site while emphasising the need for environmental preservation. Environmental activists suggest alternative regulations for climbing etiquette to balance conservation and access without full closure.", "content": "
Posts regarding the closure of the ascent to the Mount Halau-Halau\ntourist site in Hulu Sungai Tengah Regency (HST) are widely discussed on\nsocial media. A post including a flyer states that the permanent closure\nof the Mount Halau-Halau ascent is based on the results of deliberations\nby the villages of Juhu and Hinas Kiri, Batang Alai Timur Subdistrict.\nIt is noted that the decision takes effect from 1 May 2026, following\ndeliberations held at the Hinas Kiri Village Office. This has elicited\nvarious responses from social media users on platforms such as Facebook\nand Instagram, primarily questioning the permanent closure, its reasons,\nand the veracity of the information. Regarding the circulating\ninformation, the Head of Juhu Village, Abdul Dunduk, confirmed to\nBanjarmasinpost.co.id that it is accurate. He explained that the meeting\nagreeing on the closure of the Mount Besar Halau-Halau tourist site was\nattended by community leaders and residents from the two villages, Juhu\nand Hinas Kiri. \u201cIn this matter, the Village Government only facilitated\nthe meeting,\u201d he said, as quoted from Banjarmasinpost. On the reasons\nfor the closure, the Head of Juhu Village generally stated that Mount\nHalau-Halau, standing at 1,901 metres above sea level, is a sacred\nmountain believed to be so since ancestral times. \u201cWe believe that\nmountain is sacred from our ancestors until now and forever,\u201d he\nrevealed. Meanwhile, Rama, an environmental activist who has climbed\nMount Halau-Halau, described the large mountain as one of HST and South\nKalimantan\u2019s premier tourist attractions, sought by climbers for nature\nascents. \u201cTo date, Halau-Halau (the large mountain) remains the highest\npeak in South Kalimantan, so this will have a significant impact on\nclimbers. Nevertheless, climbers should also maintain the natural\nenvironment and avoid littering the mountain,\u201d he explained. Personally,\nRama hopes for other ways to preserve the natural environment through\nrules or regulations on climbing procedures that could be implemented\nwithout closing the trail entirely.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/ascent-of-mount-halau-halau-the-roof-of-south-kalimantan-permanently-closed-1777863156", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715676, "msgid": "indonesias-manufacturing-pmi-contracts-due-to-iran-war-1777863148", "date": "2026-05-04 09:08:05", "title": "Indonesia's Manufacturing PMI Contracts Due to Iran War", "author": "", "source": "TEMPO_ID_BISNIS", "tags": "", "topic": "Economy", "summary": "Indonesia's manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) fell to 49.1 in April from 50.1 in March, signalling contraction amid intensifying inflationary pressures exacerbated by the Middle East conflict. Factors such as rising costs, supply shortages, and weakening purchasing power led to the second consecutive monthly drop in production, with input cost inflation hitting a four-year high and prompting sharp price increases not seen in over 12 years. Despite a slight uptick in new orders driven by domestic demand, export orders declined, employment was cut, and business confidence waned to a five-month low, though optimism persists for future production growth if the conflict resolves.", "content": "
Global rating agency Standard & Poor\u2019s Global Ratings (S&P)\nreported that Indonesia\u2019s manufacturing Purchasing Managers\u2019 Index (PMI)\ndropped to 49.1 in April on a monthly basis. The manufacturing PMI was\nrecorded at 50.1 in March.<\/p>\n
\u201cIndonesia\u2019s manufacturing sector is beginning to feel the\nintensifying inflationary pressures amid the Middle East war,\u201d said\nS&P Global Market Intelligence researcher Usamah Bhatti in a written\nstatement on Monday, 4 May 2026.<\/p>\n
S&P assessed that the production decline in the early second\nquarter of this year was caused by rising prices, shortages of raw\nmaterial supplies, and weakening purchasing power due to the Middle East\nwar.<\/p>\n
The production decline marks the second consecutive month in two\nmonths. S&P noted that the rate of production decline increased from\nMarch and has been accelerating since May last year.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the rise in cost burdens, which factored into the\nmanufacturing production decline in April, became the largest since\n2022, driving the biggest price increase in 12.5 years.<\/p>\n
S&P recorded input cost inflation reaching the highest level in\nfour years. Companies responded to the rise in input costs by sharply\nincreasing selling prices, the steepest since October 2013.<\/p>\n
Manufacturers also slightly reduced purchasing activity in response\nto the decline in output needs. Delays in deliveries and supply\nshortages led companies to use existing pre-production inventories to\nsupport production.<\/p>\n
At the same time, finished goods stocks rose as companies held unsold\ngoods as inventory.<\/p>\n
Companies reported delivery delays and raw material shortages due to\nthe war, which burdened supplier performance during April. As a result,\nlead times from suppliers extended for the seventh consecutive\nmonth.<\/p>\n
In response to the production decline, companies reduced employment\nlevels in April.<\/p>\n
The layoff rate was moderate but the highest in the last ten months.\nAt the same time, companies recorded a further decline in backlogs of\nunfinished work.<\/p>\n
In the same month, S&P noted a small increase in new orders,\nalthough generally related to early orders to avoid price increases and\nsupply disruptions. The improvement was supported by the domestic\nmarket, as new export orders declined.<\/p>\n
The S&P survey indicated that Indonesia\u2019s manufacturing sector\nremains optimistic about a rise in production volume over the next 12\nmonths. However, that confidence level fell to the lowest in the last\nfive months.<\/p>\n
The optimism is driven by the launch of new products and hopes for\nthe end of the Middle East conflict, despite concerns that the war may\ncontinue.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/indonesias-manufacturing-pmi-contracts-due-to-iran-war-1777863148", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715723, "msgid": "breaking-ihsg-jumps-over-1-right-from-the-morning-1777863153", "date": "2026-05-04 09:07:25", "title": "Breaking: IHSG Jumps Over 1% Right from the Morning", "author": "", "source": "CNBC", "tags": "", "topic": "Economy", "summary": "Indonesia's Composite Stock Price Index (IHSG) opened strongly on Monday, surging more than 1% shortly after trading began, reaching 7,033.98 by 9:04 AM WIB, amid positive market sentiment driven by upcoming domestic economic data releases. Key indicators such as inflation, trade balance, and first-quarter GDP growth are expected to influence investor confidence, while global factors including US efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and easing oil prices add to the mix. This performance highlights Indonesia's economic resilience amid global uncertainties, with forecasts pointing to moderate inflation and sustained manufacturing expansion.", "content": "
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - The Composite Stock Price Index (IHSG)\nbegan trading in the green zone this morning on Monday (4 May 2026). The\nIHSG rose 32.11 points or 0.46% to the level of 6,988.91. There were 303\nstocks in the green, 102 down, and 288 unchanged. The transaction value\nreached Rp 596 billion, involving 6.47 billion shares in 63,706\ntransactions. Market capitalisation was recorded at Rp 12,495 trillion.\nJust a few minutes after the market opened, the IHSG surged more than\n1%. By 9:04 WIB, the IHSG had risen 77.18 points or 1.11% to 7,033.98.\nThe most actively traded stocks included GOTO, BBCA, BUMI, and BBRI.\nSeveral domestic and international news items are expected to be the\nmain sentiments for trading in the Indonesian stock market. This week\nopens with a series of data releases directly impacting key market\npulses, from domestic inflation and trade balance to US labour market\nindicators. The direction of risky assets will heavily depend on whether\nprice pressures ease and whether the global economy remains strong\nenough to withstand high interest rates. At the same time, high energy\nprices and global supply chain disruptions keep cost pressures alive.\nThis situation leads market participants to hold positions while\nawaiting certainty from incoming data one by one. The Central Statistics\nAgency is scheduled to release March inflation and trade balance data on\nMonday (4 May). Indonesia\u2019s inflation is expected to rise monthly in\nApril 2026, partly due to a spike in non-subsidised fuel prices. The\nmarket consensus gathered by CNBC Indonesia from 13 institutions\nestimates that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for April 2026 will see\nmonthly inflation of 0.43% (month-to-month\/mtm) with a median annual\ninflation of 2.72% (year-on-year\/yoy). Today, S&P Global will also\nannounce Indonesia\u2019s manufacturing activity for April 2026. The\nPurchasing Managers\u2019 Index (PMI) released by S&P Global last month\nshowed Indonesia\u2019s PMI at 50.1 in March 2026. This figure is the lowest\nsince July 2025 or the last eight months. Although slowing, Indonesia\u2019s\nPMI remains in the expansion phase for eight consecutive months. The PMI\nuses 50 as the starting point. Above 50 means the business world is in\nan expansion phase, while below indicates contraction. The Central\nStatistics Agency (BPS) will announce first-quarter 2026 economic growth\ndata on Tuesday (5 May 2026). This data is crucial in assessing how\nresilient Indonesia\u2019s economy is against global shocks in the early part\nof the year. First-quarter 2026 economic growth is expected to remain\nhigh due to the impact of Eid al-Fitr, Ramadan, and the long holiday. As\na note, Ramadan is the peak consumption period in Indonesia. In the\nfirst quarter of 2025, Indonesia\u2019s economy grew 4.87% year-on-year\n(yoy), slowing from the same period the previous year and recording a\n0.98% contraction compared to the fourth quarter of 2024\n(quarter-to-quarter). Meanwhile, Asian stock markets moved variably at\nthe start of this week. South Korean stocks hit a new record, continuing\na historic monthly rally after April. Investors are still weighing\ntensions between Iran and the United States (US), as well as US plans to\nreopen shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz. Citing CNBC\nInternational, the US is still working to free ships stranded due to the\nclosure of the Strait of Hormuz since the start of the Iran war. That\nstatement was made by US President Trump in his post on Truth Social on\nSunday (3 May 2026). That effort is called \u201cProject Freedom\u201d, which is\nplanned to start on Monday Middle East time. Its main focus is to\nevacuate civilian ships flagged by countries not involved in the\nconflict from the disputed waters so they can continue their business\nactivities freely and smoothly. \u201cUS military support for Project Freedom\nwill include guided-missile destroyers, more than 100 land and sea-based\naircraft, multi-domain uncrewed platforms, and 15,000 military\npersonnel,\u201d said US Central Command shortly after Trump\u2019s announcement,\ncited on Monday (4 May 2026). For information, oil prices fell after the\n\u201cProject Freedom\u201d announcement. The July West Texas Intermediate (WTI)\nfutures contract fell 0.59% to US$101.34 per barrel at 19:38 ET. The\nBrent crude oil futures contract fell 0.27% to US$107.88 per barrel.\nPreviously, the Hang Seng Hong Kong index futures contract was at\n25,992, compared to its last close at 25,776.53. Meanwhile, Australia\u2019s\nS&P\/ASX 200 index slightly weakened. Markets in Japan and China are\nclosed for national holidays. US stock futures traded near flat on\nSunday night. S&P 500 futures rose 0.1% and Nasdaq 100 futures rose\n0.1%. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 100 points,\nor 0.2%. On Friday, both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite rose to\nnew intraday and closing all-time highs. The broad market index rose\n0.29%, while the tech-dominated Nasdaq rose 0.89%. However, the Dow went\nagainst the trend, falling 152.87 points, or 0.31%.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/breaking-ihsg-jumps-over-1-right-from-the-morning-1777863153", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715762, "msgid": "iran-says-trump-faces-difficult-choice-after-stalled-negotiations-1777863158", "date": "2026-05-04 09:07:01", "title": "Iran Says Trump Faces Difficult Choice After Stalled Negotiations", "author": "", "source": "DETIK_BALI", "tags": "", "topic": "Politics", "summary": "Iran's Revolutionary Guard has stated that US President Donald Trump is confronted with a tough decision following the impasse in negotiations: either an 'impossible' military operation or a 'bad deal' with Tehran. The talks, which have only held one direct round since a ceasefire on 8 April, stalled after Iran proposed a 14-point plan via Pakistan, which Trump swiftly rejected, insisting Iran has not paid sufficiently for its past actions. With time running out and the US decision space narrowing, Iran's deputy foreign minister emphasised that the ball is in America's court to choose diplomacy or confrontation, amid proposals to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end conflicts in Iran and Lebanon.", "content": "
Iran\u2019s Revolutionary Guard has stated that US President Donald Trump\nis now faced with a difficult choice. The options are an \u2018impossible\u2019\nmilitary operation or a \u2018bad deal\u2019 with Tehran.<\/p>\n
Cited from detikNews on Monday (4\/5\/2026), negotiations between the\nUS and Iran have reached a deadlock since the ceasefire was implemented\non 8 April. So far, there has only been one round of direct peace\ntalks.<\/p>\n
Iranian news agencies Tasnim and Fars reported that Tehran has\nsubmitted a 14-point proposal to mediator Pakistan. However, Trump\nquickly dismissed it.<\/p>\n
\u201cI will immediately review the plan that Iran just sent to us. But I\ncannot imagine that it will be acceptable because they have not paid a\nsufficient price for what they have done to humanity, and the world,\nover the past 47 years,\u201d Trump said via his Truth Social platform.<\/p>\n
The US news site Axios reported that the proposal sets a one-month\ndeadline for negotiating a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, end the\nUS naval blockade, and permanently conclude the war in Iran and\nLebanon.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, in a statement, invited\nTrump to choose. The Guard emphasised that time is running out.<\/p>\n
\u201cAn impossible operation or a bad deal with the Islamic Republic of\nIran,\u201d the Revolutionary Guard\u2019s statement firmly declared.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe space for US decision-making has narrowed,\u201d they added.<\/p>\n
The day before, Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi told\ndiplomats in Tehran that the ball is in the US\u2019s court. Whether to\nchoose the path of diplomacy or continue the confrontational approach.\nHe stressed that Iran is prepared for both paths.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/iran-says-trump-faces-difficult-choice-after-stalled-negotiations-1777863158", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715725, "msgid": "purbaya-accelerates-tax-refunds-here-are-the-new-requirements-and-rules-1777863154", "date": "2026-05-04 09:05:04", "title": "Purbaya Accelerates Tax Refunds: Here Are the New Requirements and Rules!", "author": "", "source": "CNBC", "tags": "", "topic": "Regulation", "summary": "The Indonesian Ministry of Finance has introduced Ministerial Regulation No. 28 of 2026 to expedite preliminary tax refunds, focusing on compliant taxpayers to enhance liquidity and efficiency. The regulation outlines three main categories eligible for refunds, including highly compliant taxpayers, those meeting specific overpayment thresholds, and low-risk VAT entrepreneurs such as listed companies and state-owned enterprises. Applications are processed digitally with strict timelines, automatically approving requests if deadlines are missed, thereby streamlining tax administration for small-scale and strategic businesses.", "content": "
The government, through the Ministry of Finance (Kemenkeu), has\nannounced the procedures for preliminary refunds of tax overpayments, or\nrestitusi. This is outlined in Ministerial Regulation No.\u00a028 of 2026.\nUnder this regulation, the preliminary refund scheme has been made\nfaster, accompanied by screening based on taxpayer compliance. This PMK\nofficially came into effect on 1 May 2026. Through this policy, the\ngovernment aims to accelerate liquidity flows for highly compliant\ntaxpayers, allowing them to receive funds that are rightfully theirs\nthrough a more efficient process without lengthy and complex initial\nexaminations. The latest regulation includes three main categories\neligible for these preliminary tax refunds. The first category covers\ntaxpayers with certain criteria known for their compliance reputation,\nsuch as always submitting notifications on time and having no tax\narrears. Additionally, they must have financial statements audited by\npublic accountants with an unqualified opinion for three consecutive\nyears and have not committed any criminal acts in taxation for the past\nfive years. The second category is for taxpayers meeting specific\nrequirements based on limits for the overpayment amount submitted. For\nindividual taxpayers not engaged in business, this facility can be\ngranted directly, while for those engaged in business or free\nprofessions, the limit is a maximum of Rp 100 million. For corporate\ntaxpayers, the opportunity is open if their business turnover reaches Rp\n50 billion with a maximum overpayment of Rp 1 billion, which also\napplies to taxable entrepreneurs with the same overpayment amount.\nMeanwhile, for taxable entrepreneurs submitting VAT monthly\nnotifications with overpayments and sales of Rp 4.2 billion, the\noverpayment is a maximum of Rp 1 billion for one tax period. The third\ncategory rolls out the red carpet for low-risk taxable entrepreneurs,\nincluding various strategic business entities. This group includes\ncompanies whose shares are listed on the stock exchange, state-owned or\nregional enterprises, as well as entrepreneurs designated as principal\ncustoms partners or certified economic operators. Additionally,\nmanufacturing entrepreneurs, wholesale pharmaceutical traders, and\ndistributors of medical devices meeting certain technical requirements\nare also included in the list eligible for accelerated tax refunds for\nevery tax period. The refund application process is fully digital, with\nrequests for taxpayer status under certain criteria submitted via the\nDJP portal no later than 10 January. The Directorate General of Taxes is\ngiven only 30 working days to issue a decision. If exceeded, the\napplication is automatically deemed accepted. For income tax (PPh)\nrefunds, the decision is issued within a maximum of three months. For\nVAT (PPN), it is a maximum of one month from receipt of the application.\nThis PMK stipulates that if these deadlines are missed without a\ndecision, the application is also deemed approved. Under this\nregulation, small-scale taxpayers, both individuals and corporations\nwith certain overpayment and turnover values, can still apply for\npreliminary refunds without undergoing lengthy processes as before.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/purbaya-accelerates-tax-refunds-here-are-the-new-requirements-and-rules-1777863154", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715710, "msgid": "pramono-invites-prabowo-to-inaugurate-pole-free-rasuna-said-road-1777863152", "date": "2026-05-04 09:03:21", "title": "Pramono Invites Prabowo to Inaugurate Pole-Free Rasuna Said Road", "author": "", "source": "CNN_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Infrastructure", "summary": "Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has invited President Prabowo Subianto to inaugurate the newly cleared Jalan Rasuna Said, free from the abandoned monorail poles that have cluttered the route since 2004, with the event scheduled for 22 June 2026. Pramono highlighted his efforts to complete unfinished projects from previous leaders, including resolving land issues at Sumber Waras Hospital to transform it into an international facility and enhancing connectivity to the Jakarta International Stadium (JIS) with a new bridge and KRL station. These initiatives underscore a commitment to overcoming leadership egos and ensuring seamless urban infrastructure for Jakarta's residents.", "content": "
Governor of DKI Jakarta Pramono Anung has invited President Prabowo\nSubianto to inaugurate the new face of Jalan Rasuna Said, now free from\nmonorail poles.<\/p>\n
The inauguration is planned for 22 June 2026.<\/p>\n
Pramono revealed this while attending the Installation of the Board\nof the West Kalimantan Family Association (IKKB) in the Cempaka Putih\narea, Central Jakarta, on Sunday (3\/5).<\/p>\n
Quoting from detik.com, Pramono initially highlighted the issue of\nleaders\u2019 egos in Indonesia.<\/p>\n
\u201cOne of the weaknesses of this nation is the oversized ego of its\nleaders. Once they become leaders, they do not want to continue what has\nnot been completed by previous leaders. This must be resolved,\u201d Pramono\nsaid in his speech.<\/p>\n
\u201cSo if you look at what I have done in the first year, I have\ncompleted what Pak Sutiyoso left, the monorail on Rasuna Said has now\nbeen neatly dismantled. On 22 June, I will invite the President,\nhopefully he will be willing to inaugurate it,\u201d he continued, the senior\nPDIP politician added.<\/p>\n
Previously, under Pramono Anung\u2019s DKI Provincial Government, the\nabandoned monorail poles along Jalan Rasuna Said, which began in 2004,\nwere dismantled.<\/p>\n
The dismantling of the monorail pole foundations along Jalan Rasuna\nSaid began on 14 January 2026.<\/p>\n
At that time, Pramono along with Deputy Governor Rano Karno also\ninvited previous DKI Governors, including Sutiyoso, for the kick-off of\nthe monorail pole dismantling on Jalan Rasuna Said.<\/p>\n
Besides Rasuna Said, rows of abandoned monorail poles are also\nlocated in the Senayan area. However, Deputy Governor Rano recently\nstated that the authority to dismantle the monorail poles in Senayan\nlies with the State Secretariat.<\/p>\n
Issue of RS Sumber Waras<\/p>\n
Pramono then highlighted the issue of Sumber Waras Hospital that\narose during the leadership era of Basuki Tjahaja Purnama (Ahok).<\/p>\n
Currently, he said the issue has been resolved, and RS Sumber Waras\nis an international hospital.<\/p>\n
\u201cLikewise with Sumber Waras Hospital, this is a legacy from Pak Ahok\nthat was not completed. Alhamdulillah, now the land issue has been\nsettled. We will build it into an international hospital so that what\nwas once envisioned by Pak Ahok can be implemented,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Homework on JIS<\/p>\n
Pramono also mentioned completing matters related to the Jakarta\nInternational Stadium (JIS), built during the 2017-2022 DKI Governor\u2019s\nleadership, Anies Baswedan.<\/p>\n
Pramono said he built the Ancol-JIS bridge and the KRL station at\nJIS.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhat about Pak Anies? JIS. If JIS does not have good\ntransportation\u2013if we do not connect it to Ancol\u2013it will remain a\nproblem. So I made the connection\u2013and the connector is Bank Tabungan\nNegara (BTN)\u2013built a 350-metre bridge,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cAlhamdulillah, I received support from the Ministry of\nTransportation; under JIS, we have completed building the KRL station\nthis month so that people from anywhere can easily reach JIS,\u201d he\nadded.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/pramono-invites-prabowo-to-inaugurate-pole-free-rasuna-said-road-1777863152", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715713, "msgid": "jci-opens-higher-with-potential-for-rebound-despite-correction-risk-at-7-150-threshold-1777863152", "date": "2026-05-04 09:03:04", "title": "JCI Opens Higher with Potential for Rebound Despite Correction Risk at 7,150 Threshold", "author": "", "source": "VIVA", "tags": "bisnis", "topic": "Finance", "summary": "The Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) opened stronger on Monday, gaining 32 points or 0.46% to reach 6,988, amid predictions of a technical rebound to 7,000-7,050, though it remains vulnerable to further corrections unless it breaks above 7,150. This follows gains in Asian markets like Japan's Nikkei 225 and Australia's S&P\/ASX 200, influenced by record highs in the US S&P 500 and Nasdaq, driven by strong corporate earnings and lower oil prices. US manufacturing activity rose in April, but inflation indicators hit a four-year high, highlighting ongoing economic pressures.", "content": "
The Jakarta Composite Index opened higher by 32 points or 0.46% at\nthe level of 6,988 during the opening of trading on Monday, 4 May 2026.\nHead of Retail Research at BNI Sekuritas, Fanny Suherman, predicts that\nthe JCI has the potential for a rebound, although it remains susceptible\nto further corrections during today\u2019s trading. \u201cThe JCI has the\npotential for a technical rebound to 7,000-7,050, but it is still\nvulnerable to continuing the correction as long as it has not succeeded\nin breaking above 7,150,\u201d said Fanny in her daily research on Monday, 4\nMay 2026. She stated that stock exchanges in Australia and Japan rose on\nFriday last week, coinciding with Labour Day (May Day) on 1 May. This\nfollowed gains in the US stock market, Wall Street, which saw the\nS&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite strengthen and reach new highs. Japan\u2019s\nNikkei 225 index rose slightly by 0.38%, while the Topix increased\nmoderately by 0.04%. Meanwhile, Australia\u2019s S&P\/ASX 200 index added\n0.74%. \u201cThe JCI support is at the level of 6,850-6,900, while the\nresistance for the JCI is in the range of 7,000-7,050,\u201d she said. For\ninformation, Wall Street closed mixed, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq\nstrengthening to record closing highs, driven by strong earnings and a\ndecline in crude oil prices. On Friday last week, the Dow Jones\nIndustrial Average fell 0.31%, the S&P 500 rose 0.29%, while the\nNasdaq Composite increased by 0.89%. Meanwhile, economic data shows that\nUS manufacturing activity increased in April, but the prices-paid\ncomponent as an inflation predictor surged to a four-year high,\naccording to the Institute for Supply Management. On the other hand,\nApple shares rose 3.3% after the company provided solid sales forecasts,\nin line with strong demand for the iPhone 17 and MacBook Neo. Atlassian\nshares raised their annual forecasts, with the company\u2019s stock surging\n29.6%. Similar stocks, Salesforce and ServiceNow, rose 4.1% and 3.2%,\nrespectively.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/jci-opens-higher-with-potential-for-rebound-despite-correction-risk-at-7-150-threshold-1777863152", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715714, "msgid": "tuban-port-project-completed-sig-targets-export-expansion-1777863152", "date": "2026-05-04 09:02:20", "title": "Tuban Port Project Completed, SIG Targets Export Expansion", "author": "", "source": "VIVA", "tags": "bisnis", "topic": "Infrastructure", "summary": "PT Semen Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (SIG) has completed a Rp1.4 trillion project to develop the port and production facilities at its Tuban factory in East Java, aiming to boost global market expansion amid domestic overcapacity. The upgraded infrastructure, including a jetty with 50,000 DWT capacity and integrated logistics systems, will support up to 1 million tonnes of annual cement exports, particularly of specialised international-grade types. This strategic initiative, in partnership with Taiheiyo Cement Corporation and contractor PT Hutama Karya, positions SIG to strengthen Indonesia's role in the global construction supply chain.", "content": "
PT Semen Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (SIG) has completed the development\nproject for the port and production facilities at the Tuban factory in\nEast Java. Consequently, the company is targeting global market\nexpansion through the broadening of export markets from these\nfacilities. SIG\u2019s President Director, Indrieffouny Indra, stated that\nthe Rp1.4 trillion project represents a strategic step to enhance\nfactory utilisation and global market expansion amid excess production\ncapacity in the domestic market. \u201cIn addition to expanding penetration\ninto high-value export markets, the strengths of this portfolio also\nreinforce SIG\u2019s position in the global industry arena,\u201d said\nIndrieffouny in his statement from Jakarta, quoted on Monday, 4 May\n2026. The completion of the project is marked by the issuance of the\nTaking Over Certificate (TOC), which indicates that the project is\nsubstantially acceptable based on the results of the work testing. SIG\nstated that the infrastructure and systems in the project have met the\nrequired technical standards, safety, and operational readiness. The\ndevelopment of facilities in Tuban is designed to meet the demand for\nexports of specialised cement types with international-class\nspecifications. The facilities include an increase in port capacity from\n15,000 deadweight tonnage (DWT) to 50,000 DWT, the construction of a new\nintegrated jetty trestle and jetty platform with existing facilities,\nand a ship loader with a capacity of 1,000 tonnes per hour. The company\nalso built an integrated logistics system in the form of a 4.1 kilometre\ntube conveyor, as well as modern storage facilities comprising a\nblending silo with 8,000-tonne capacity, a 15,000-tonne clinker silo,\nand two cement silos each with 18,000-tonne capacity. With this\ninfrastructure, the Tuban facilities can support an export capacity of\nup to 1 million tonnes of cement per year. The project is part of SIG\u2019s\nstrategic cooperation through its subsidiary PT Solusi Bangun Indonesia\nTbk with Taiheiyo Cement Corporation, and involves PT Hutama Karya as\nthe contractor. Furthermore, SIG is optimistic that the readiness of the\ninfrastructure and global partnership support can increase the\ncontribution of exports as a new growth engine, as well as strengthen\nIndonesia\u2019s role in the global construction industry supply chain.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/tuban-port-project-completed-sig-targets-export-expansion-1777863152", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715688, "msgid": "expert-assesses-strengthening-protectionism-asem-focuses-on-domestic-development-1777863150", "date": "2026-05-04 09:01:19", "title": "Expert assesses strengthening protectionism, ASEM focuses on domestic development", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Trade", "summary": "International relations expert Teuku Rezasyah from Padjadjaran University has observed a growing trend of protectionism amid the global energy crisis, prompting ASEM member states to prioritise domestic development over open markets. He warns that while protectionism may be justified for national resilience in food and energy security, it risks eroding trust among ASEM partners and could be misinterpreted as economic threats. Rezasyah also urges Asian countries, including Indonesia, to better understand and engage with Europe's green standards and SDG commitments to foster sustainable trade cooperation.", "content": "
Jakarta (ANTARA) - International relations expert from Padjadjaran\nUniversity, Teuku Rezasyah, assesses that protectionism is becoming an\nincreasingly common trend amid the global energy crisis, thereby\nencouraging countries within the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) forum to\nprioritise domestic development.<\/p>\n
\u201cProtectionism is very commonly practised at present, where energy\nscarcity and the high potential for regional wars in the Middle East\nforce countries in the ASEM environment to prioritise their respective\ndevelopments,\u201d said Rezasyah, when contacted by ANTARA in Jakarta on\nSunday.<\/p>\n
He predicts that the European Union will collectively transform from\na free market into a more closed one as China\u2019s global penetration\nincreases in the trade, investment, banking, and technology sectors.<\/p>\n
\u201cHowever, protectionism risks being misinterpreted as a threat to the\neconomic development of other countries, thereby worsening trust among\nASEM members,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Rezasyah believes that common norms are needed to affirm that\nprotectionism can be justified under certain conditions, such as to\nmaintain national resilience, food and energy security, and government\nstability.<\/p>\n
He also highlights the importance of responses from Asian countries,\nincluding Indonesia, to the implementation of green standards from\nEurope, which often pose challenges in trade.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn-depth training is needed so that policymakers and decision-makers\nin Asian countries understand the European Union\u2019s very consistent\nposition in implementing sustainable development based on environmental\nliving,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
In addition, he assesses that Asian countries need to attract the\nattention of European countries that have strong commitments to\nenvironmental management, given the allocated budgets programmed to\nsupport developing countries in achieving Sustainable Development Goals\n(SDGs) targets before 2030.<\/p>\n
The main focus is directed towards SDG Number 13 on climate action,\nSDG Number 7 on affordable and clean energy, and SDG Number 6 on clean\nwater and sanitation.<\/p>\n
ASEM (Asia-Europe Meeting) is an informal intergovernmental forum for\ndialogue and cooperation to strengthen relations between Asia and\nEurope. This forum unites 53 partners\u2014including European countries,\nASEAN members, and other Asian countries\u2014to discuss political, economic,\nsocial, cultural, and environmental issues.<\/p>\n
ASEM, founded in Bangkok, Thailand in March 1996, has the primary aim\nof enhancing mutual understanding, peace, and prosperity between the two\ncontinents through equal and open cooperation.<\/p>\n
ASEM is driven by the need to strengthen economic and political\nrelations between regions through three pillars of cooperation: dialogue\non stability and security for the political field, trade, investment,\nand infrastructure cooperation for the economic field, and exchanges in\neducation, culture, and people-to-people relations for the social,\ncultural, and intellectual field.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/expert-assesses-strengthening-protectionism-asem-focuses-on-domestic-development-1777863150", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715750, "msgid": "if-the-state-assesses-the-status-of-human-rights-activists-1777863156", "date": "2026-05-04 09:00:00", "title": "If the State Assesses the Status of Human Rights Activists", "author": "Ferril Dennys", "source": "KOMPAS", "tags": "", "topic": "Politics", "summary": "The Indonesian Ministry of Human Rights plans to form an advisory team to evaluate who qualifies as a legitimate human rights activist, aiming to provide protection but raising concerns about potential state control over activism. The article highlights the vulnerability of activists, particularly those in environmental and indigenous rights sectors, with data showing hundreds facing criminalisation through legal instruments like defamation charges and SLAPP suits between 2014 and 2023. This initiative touches on the core tension in democratic relations between the state and citizens, underscoring the moral and critical nature of human rights advocacy amid ongoing threats, including suspicious deaths and arbitrary arrests.", "content": "
Amid the ongoing trials of democracy, a discourse emerges that\ninvites serious reflection: the state, through the Ministry of Human\nRights, plans to form an advisory team to assess who qualifies as a\nhuman rights activist. This idea, linked to statements by Minister of\nHuman Rights Natalius Pigai, is intended as an effort to ensure\nprotection is given to \u201clegitimate human rights defenders.\u201d However, it\nis precisely at this point that a fundamental issue arises: who has the\nright to determine who is a human rights defender? In a democratic\nstate, this question is not merely administrative but touches the core\nof the relationship between the state and citizens. Human rights\nactivism, by its nature, arises from citizens\u2019 critical awareness of\npower. It is not a product of certification but a moral calling.\nTherefore, when the state seeks to establish activist status, concerns\narise: is the state attempting to protect, or rather to control? These\nconcerns do not arise in a vacuum. Empirical data in Indonesia shows\nthat the position of activists\u2014especially in the environmental and\nindigenous peoples\u2019 rights sectors\u2014remains highly vulnerable. From this\nnumber, hundreds of cases even proceed to criminal processes, placing\nactivists as defendants rather than defenders of public interest.\nFurthermore, this trend shows no signs of abating. Data from Auriga\nNusantara records at least 133 instances of threats and lawsuits (SLAPP)\nagainst environmental defenders in the period 2014\u20132023. Meanwhile,\ncivil society reports indicate that criminalisation is often carried out\nthrough articles such as defamation or incitement\u2014not through direct\nviolence, but through legal instruments. Concrete cases illustrate this\npattern. Environmental activist Daniel Frits Maurits Tangkilisan was\nonce imprisoned for criticism of environmental damage, before being\nacquitted at the appeal level (Mongabay.co.id, 22 May 2024). On the\nother hand, threats to activists do not always stop at legal processes.\nData shows that since 2018, at least 12 environmental defenders have\ndied in suspicious circumstances suspected to be related to their\nadvocacy activities. Even in a broader context, Amnesty International\nIndonesia records that throughout 2025, there were 5,538 people\nexperiencing arbitrary arrests and violence while expressing opinions in\npublic (Amnesty.id, 29 December 2025).<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/if-the-state-assesses-the-status-of-human-rights-activists-1777863156", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715726, "msgid": "strait-of-hormuz-heats-up-again-tanker-bombed-off-uae-coast-1777863154", "date": "2026-05-04 09:00:00", "title": "Strait of Hormuz Heats Up Again, Tanker Bombed off UAE Coast", "author": "", "source": "CNBC", "tags": "", "topic": "Trade", "summary": "A tanker has been struck by an unidentified projectile off the coast of the United Arab Emirates, amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz controlled by Iran during the ongoing Middle East conflict. The US has announced plans to escort commercial vessels through the strait starting Monday, deploying significant naval and air assets in response to Iran's blockade. This incident occurs as new peace negotiations between the US and Iran show positive signs, highlighting the fragile balance in a key global trade route vital for oil shipments.", "content": "
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - A tanker was hit by an unidentified\nprojectile off the coast of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The report\nwas issued by the British maritime agency on Monday (4\/5\/2026), as the\nUnited States (US) stated it would escort ships through the Strait of\nHormuz, which has been blocked by Iran amid the war.<\/p>\n
\u201cA tanker has reported being hit by an unidentified projectile,\u201d said\nthe United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), adding that all\ncrew members were safe, as reported by AFP.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe incident occurred 78 nautical miles north of the city of\nFujairah, UAE,\u201d the agency added.<\/p>\n
UKMTO also urged ships to transit the area \u201cwith caution\u201d while\nauthorities conduct an investigation.<\/p>\n
The report comes as the US and Iran open a new phase of peace\nnegotiations, since the ceasefire in the Middle East war took effect on\n8 April. Iran sent a new proposal to the US over the weekend, in which\nPresident Donald Trump described talks with Iran as \u201cvery positive.\u201d<\/p>\n
Previously, Iran has maintained control over the strategic Strait of\nHormuz due to the US war against Tehran, supported by Israel. Trump has\nimposed a naval blockade in response.<\/p>\n
On Sunday, Trump said the US would begin escorting ships through the\nstrait starting Monday. The US Central Command said it would use\nguided-missile destroyers, more than 100 land- and sea-based aircraft,\nmulti-domain uncrewed platforms, and 15,000 military personnel in the\neffort.<\/p>\n
According to maritime intelligence firm AXSMarine, on 29 April, more\nthan 900 commercial ships were in the Gulf. Previously, there were more\nthan 1,100 ships at the start of the conflict.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/strait-of-hormuz-heats-up-again-tanker-bombed-off-uae-coast-1777863154", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715677, "msgid": "pertamina-increases-prices-of-pertamax-turbo-and-non-subsidised-diesel-1777863148", "date": "2026-05-04 08:59:21", "title": "Pertamina Increases Prices of Pertamax Turbo and Non-Subsidised Diesel", "author": "", "source": "TEMPO_ID_BISNIS", "tags": "", "topic": "Energy", "summary": "PT Pertamina has announced price hikes for non-subsidised fuel products, including Pertamax Turbo rising to Rp19,900 per litre and Dexlite to Rp26,000 per litre in the Jabodetabek region, effective from 4 May 2026, amid global tensions such as the US-Israel-Iran conflict. While subsidised fuels like Pertalite and Biosolar remain unchanged at Rp10,000 and Rp6,800 per litre respectively, BP Indonesia has also adjusted its diesel prices upwards to Rp30,890 per litre. This adjustment reflects ongoing volatility in the energy market, potentially impacting transportation costs and consumer behaviour in Indonesia.", "content": "
PT Pertamina (Persero) has announced an update to fuel oil (BBM)\nprices for certain regions, effective from 4 May 2026. Non-subsidised\ndiesel and Pertamax Turbo have seen increases, while Pertamax remains\nstable.<\/p>\n
According to Pertamina\u2019s official website, as cited from Jakarta on\nMonday, 4 May 2026, and quoted by Antara, Pertamina is adjusting fuel\noil (BBM) prices.<\/p>\n
In the Jabodetabek area, the price of Pertamax Turbo (RON 98) fuel\nhas risen to Rp19,900 per litre from Rp19,400 per litre in April.<\/p>\n
Pertamina\u2019s Dex Series diesel fuel in the region has also increased.\nThe price of Dexlite (CN 51) has jumped to Rp26,000 per litre from\nRp23,600 per litre in April 2026. Pertamina Dex (CN 53) has also risen\nto Rp27,900 per litre from the previous Rp23,900 per litre.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Pertamina is holding the price of Pertamax (RON 92) at\nRp12,300 per litre, as well as Pertamax Green (RON 95) at Rp12,900 per\nlitre since March, just before the war between the United States\n(US)-Israel and Iran.<\/p>\n
Assigned and subsidised BBM prices have not changed, namely Pertalite\nat Rp10,000 per litre and Biosolar at Rp6,800 per litre.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, bp fuel stations are adjusting the prices of their fuel\noil (BBM) products, with diesel or BP Ultimate Diesel rising from\nRp25,560 per litre in mid-April 2026 to Rp30,890 per litre.<\/p>\n
Cited from the official Instagram page of BP Indonesia under the\nusername bp_idn in Jakarta on Monday, 4 May 2026, the price increase\napplies only to diesel fuel.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, for BP Ultimate petrol, it remains at Rp12,930 per litre,\nas does BP 92 fuel at Rp12,390 per litre.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/pertamina-increases-prices-of-pertamax-turbo-and-non-subsidised-diesel-1777863148", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715689, "msgid": "isnu-east-java-trains-dozens-of-professional-halal-slaughterers-1777863150", "date": "2026-05-04 08:58:45", "title": "ISNU East Java Trains Dozens of Professional Halal Slaughterers", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Business", "summary": "The Nahdlatul Ulama Scholars Association (ISNU) in East Java has trained and certified 35 participants as professional halal slaughterers over a two-day programme in Surabaya, addressing the national shortage of certified personnel crucial for the upstream halal industry. This initiative emphasises the importance of compliant slaughtering practices to ensure the halal integrity of meat products, enabling broader involvement of NU communities in the halal value chain. By building human resources in halal certification, ISNU aims to boost consumer confidence in market-sold meats and support small businesses in obtaining halal certifications.", "content": "
The national demand for certified halal slaughterers reaches tens of\nthousands of people. Surabaya (ANTARA) - The Nahdlatul Ulama Scholars\nAssociation (ISNU) East Java has trained dozens of professional halal\nslaughterers through training and competency assessments in Surabaya to\nstrengthen the upstream sector of the halal industry and meet the\nlimited national need for certified slaughterers. \u201cWe selected\nparticipants from districts and cities across East Java to obtain\nprofessional halal slaughterers. And alhamdulillah, the participants\nwere declared competent by the BNSP assessors,\u201d said the Secretary of\nthe Regional Management (PW) ISNU East Java, Muhammad Dawud, in a\nstatement in Surabaya on Monday. A total of 35 PW and Branch Management\n(PC) ISNU officials from across East Java attended the two-day halal\nslaughterer training and competency test on Saturday-Sunday (2-3\/5) at\nSurabaya Suites Hotel. The participants received training on animal\nslaughtering materials in accordance with sharia and technical\nstandards, as well as practical slaughtering at the Pegirian Surabaya\nAnimal Slaughterhouse (RPH). However, the number of competent personnel\navailable remains limited to date, even though the halal status of\nanimal food products is highly determined by the slaughtering process.\nAccording to him, halal certification of food products does not only\ndepend on the production process but also on slaughtering methods that\ncomply with sharia and technical standards. \u201cTherefore, ISNU East Java\nis striving to prepare human resources with competencies in halal\nproduct assurance,\u201d he stated. According to him, Nahdlatul Ulama (NU)\nmembers need to actively participate in the halal industry, including in\nthe upstream sector of animal food supply. \u201cISNU can reach the\ngrassroots level of society, which mostly consists of Nahdliyin members.\nThus, the public will no longer doubt the halal status of meats and\nchickens sold in markets,\u201d said the caregiver of Raudlatul Ulum\nPesantren in Suramadu. Ma\u2019ruf Khozin assessed that ISNU cannot only\noperate in the fields of da\u2019wah and education but also needs to enter\nthe halal industry value chain professionally and systematically.\nPreviously, ISNU East Java has assisted micro and small business actors\nin obtaining around 200,000 halal certificates through the ISNU Halal\nSolution Agency (LSH), which is an official Halal Product Process\nAssistant (P3H). Now, ISNU East Java is strengthening the upstream\nsector\u2019s capacity through the training of certified halal slaughterers\nas the initial link in the halal industry.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/isnu-east-java-trains-dozens-of-professional-halal-slaughterers-1777863150", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715751, "msgid": "krl-bekasi-tragedy-and-the-danger-alarm-for-level-crossings-when-will-it-be-resolved-1777863156", "date": "2026-05-04 08:56:28", "title": "KRL Bekasi Tragedy and the Danger Alarm for Level Crossings: When Will It Be Resolved?", "author": "Jessi Carina", "source": "KOMPAS", "tags": "", "topic": "Infrastructure", "summary": "A tragic train collision in East Bekasi on 27 April 2026 claimed 16 lives, all women in a dedicated carriage, after a commuter train was derailed by an electric taxi at an unguarded level crossing, leading to a subsequent crash with a long-distance train. The incident underscores the persistent safety risks at Indonesia's 1,903 unregulated level crossings, prompting the Ministry of Transportation and PT Kereta Api Indonesia to accelerate prioritised closures nationwide as directed by the President. This event serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to address decades-old infrastructure vulnerabilities in the rail system.", "content": "
The train accident tragedy in East Bekasi, West Java, on Monday\n(27\/4\/2026), has once again exposed the fragility of safety at level\ncrossings. The incident, which claimed the lives of more than a dozen\npassengers, serves as a loud alarm for the government to resolve an\nissue that has persisted for decades but remains unresolved. The\nMinistry of Transportation revealed that the accident involving the KRL\nand a long-distance train on Monday (27\/4\/2026) originated from an\nincident at level crossing JPL 85. Transport Minister Dudy Purwagandhi\nexplained that the KRL train on the Bekasi-Cikarang route was hit by an\nelectric taxi at the level crossing. The collision disrupted the journey\nand caused one KRL set to stop at Bekasi Timur Station. Almost\nsimultaneously, the Argo Bromo Anggrek train failed to stop completely\nand collided with that set. As a result, 16 passengers died. All the\nvictims were women in the special women\u2019s carriage at the rear. The\nMinistry of Transportation emphasised that the exact cause of the\naccident is still awaiting the results of the investigation by the\nNational Transportation Safety Committee (KNKT). Of that number, 1,903\nare not guarded by official personnel. This large figure illustrates the\nhigh potential risk of accidents that continues to lurk. In response to\nthe Bekasi incident, the Ministry of Transportation together with PT\nKereta Api Indonesia (KAI) assured that they will accelerate the\nregulation of level crossings throughout Indonesia. \u201cAs per the\nPresident\u2019s directive, we will carry out the regulation of level\ncrossings. We will expedite it by setting priorities,\u201d said Dudy in his\nofficial statement on Thursday (30\/4\/2026).<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/krl-bekasi-tragedy-and-the-danger-alarm-for-level-crossings-when-will-it-be-resolved-1777863156", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715691, "msgid": "khofifah-views-bsps-as-reducing-poverty-and-strengthening-the-economy-1777863150", "date": "2026-05-04 08:56:10", "title": "Khofifah Views BSPS as Reducing Poverty and Strengthening the Economy", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Social Policy", "summary": "East Java Governor Khofifah Indar Parawansa has praised the Self-Help Housing Stimulus Assistance (BSPS) programme for its role in lowering poverty rates and bolstering the local economy by providing decent housing to low-income families. The initiative has seen a dramatic increase in renovations, from 2,914 units in 2025 to 33,000 in 2026, which is expected to create nearly 100,000 jobs across construction, transportation, and building materials sectors. This integrated approach combines housing support with economic empowerment, aligning with President Prabowo Subianto's goal of building three million homes to enhance living standards and economic resilience for vulnerable communities.", "content": "
Integration of housing programmes with economic empowerment forms a\ncomprehensive development model to sustainably curb poverty.<\/p>\n
Surabaya (ANTARA) - East Java Governor Khofifah Indar Parawansa\nstated that the Self-Help Housing Stimulus Assistance (BSPS) programme\nis capable of reducing poverty while strengthening the community\u2019s\neconomy through the provision of decent housing for low-income residents\nacross various areas in East Java.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis BSPS programme is highly strategic because it directly\naddresses the basic needs of the community, namely decent housing. Its\nimpact is not only on improving quality of life but also contributes to\npoverty reduction,\u201d Khofifah said in a statement in Surabaya on\nMonday.<\/p>\n
Khofifah noted that the number of house renovations through BSPS in\nEast Java has increased significantly from around 2,914 units in 2025 to\n33,000 units in 2026.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn East Java itself, the increase in BSPS house renovations is quite\nsignificant. What was actually only 2,914 houses last year is now 33,000\nhouses. This certainly contributes to poverty reduction because with\ndecent housing, the living standards of the community also improve.\nConsequently, their economy also improves,\u201d continued the former\nIndonesian Minister of Social Affairs.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen the community has decent housing, their quality of life\nimproves. This will impact reduced economic burdens, improved family\nhealth, and strengthened social resilience,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
She added that integrating housing programmes with economic\nempowerment serves as a comprehensive development model to sustainably\ncurb poverty.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is not just about building houses, but building better lives.\nThere is intervention in housing along with strengthening family\neconomies,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe goal is for recipient families not only to have decent housing\nbut also economic resilience,\u201d she stated.<\/p>\n
According to Maruarar, the construction of 33,000 housing units is\nestimated to absorb nearly 100,000 workers from the construction,\ntransportation, and building materials industries.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis housing ecosystem drives many sectors. From contractors,\nbuilding material shops, to micro, small, and medium enterprises\n(MSMEs), all are activated. This is what we hope will serve as an\neconomic booster for the community,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Member of the House of Representatives (DPR) Bambang Haryo\nSoekartono mentioned that around 1,252 family heads in Surabaya are BSPS\nrecipients, with approximately 600 recipients verified as of early May\n2026.<\/p>\n
He also appreciated the three million houses development programme\ninitiated by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to support low-income\ncommunities.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/khofifah-views-bsps-as-reducing-poverty-and-strengthening-the-economy-1777863150", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715728, "msgid": "asian-stock-markets-move-variedly-kospi-hits-new-all-time-high-1777863154", "date": "2026-05-04 08:55:01", "title": "Asian Stock Markets Move Variedly, KOSPI Hits New All-Time High", "author": "", "source": "CNBC", "tags": "", "topic": "Economy", "summary": "Asian stock markets opened the week with mixed performances, highlighted by South Korea's KOSPI index reaching a new all-time high amid ongoing historical monthly gains. This comes as investors weigh tensions between Iran and the United States, with President Trump announcing \"Project Freedom\" to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, involving significant US military support to evacuate stranded civilian ships and restore business activities. Oil prices dipped following the announcement, while US futures traded near flat and major indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq set new records on Friday.", "content": "
Asian stock markets moved in varied directions at the start of this\nweek. South Korean shares hit a new record, continuing their historic\nmonthly rally after last April.<\/p>\n
Investors continue to consider tensions between Iran and the United\nStates (US), as well as US plans to reopen shipping lanes in the Strait\nof Hormuz.<\/p>\n
Quoting CNBC International, the US is still working to free ships\nstranded due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz since the start of\nthe Iran war. That statement was made by US President Trump in a post on\nTruth Social on Sunday (3\/5\/2026).<\/p>\n
That effort is called \u201cProject Freedom\u201d, which is scheduled to begin\non Monday Middle East time. Its main focus is to evacuate civilian ships\nflagged by countries not involved in the conflict from the disputed\nwaters so they can continue their business activities freely and\nsmoothly.<\/p>\n
\u201cUS military support for Project Freedom will include guided-missile\ndestroyers, more than 100 land and sea aircraft, multi-domain uncrewed\nplatforms, and 15,000 military personnel,\u201d said the US Central Command\nshortly after Trump\u2019s announcement, quoted on Monday (4\/5\/2026).<\/p>\n
For information, oil prices fell after the \u201cProject Freedom\u201d\nannouncement. July West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures contracts fell\n0.59% to US$101.34 per barrel at 19:38 ET. Brent crude oil futures\ncontracts fell 0.27% to US$107.88 per barrel.<\/p>\n
Previously, Hong Kong\u2019s Hang Seng index futures were at 25,992,\ncompared to the index\u2019s last close at 25,776.53.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Australia\u2019s S&P\/ASX 200 index weakened slightly.\nMarkets in Japan and China were closed for national holidays.<\/p>\n
US stock futures traded near flat on Sunday evening. S&P 500\nfutures rose 0.1% and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.1%. Futures tied to the\nDow Jones Industrial Average rose 100 points, or 0.2%.<\/p>\n
On the previous Friday, both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite\nrose to new all-time intraday and closing highs. The broad market index\nrose 0.29%, while the technology-dominated Nasdaq rose 0.89%. However,\nthe Dow went against the trend, falling 152.87 points, or 0.31%.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/asian-stock-markets-move-variedly-kospi-hits-new-all-time-high-1777863154", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715693, "msgid": "sekolah-rakyat-in-lebak-to-occupy-new-building-in-july-2026-1777863150", "date": "2026-05-04 08:53:19", "title": "Sekolah Rakyat in Lebak to Occupy New Building in July 2026", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Social Policy", "summary": "The Sekolah Rakyat initiative in Lebak Regency, Banten, will move to a permanent 10-hectare facility in Panggarangan Subdistrict by July 2026, accommodating 500 students from primary, junior high, and senior high levels, complete with dormitories, libraries, laboratories, and extracurricular facilities. Spearheaded by President Prabowo Subianto's administration, the programme targets children from impoverished and vulnerable families\u2014prioritised through direct outreach by PKH teams\u2014to break the cycle of poverty by providing free education and additional supports like housing improvements, national health insurance, and economic training. Currently operating from temporary venues, the school aims to produce high-quality human resources to eradicate poverty in the region.", "content": "
Lebak (ANTARA) - Acting Head of the Lebak Regency Social Service\nAgency in Banten, Lela Gifty Cleria, explained that the Sekolah Rakyat\nin the area will occupy a new building located in Panggarangan\nSubdistrict, spanning 10 hectares, in July 2026.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe permanent building of Sekolah Rakyat will accommodate 500\nstudents at primary school (SD), junior high school (SMP), and senior\nhigh school (SMA) levels,\u201d she said in Rangkasbitung, Lebak, on\nMonday.<\/p>\n
The new building will be equipped with supporting facilities and\ninfrastructure, including dormitories, a library, laboratories, a school\nhealth unit (UKS), and facilities for extracurricular activities.<\/p>\n
The construction of the Sekolah Rakyat, carried out by the Ministry\nof Public Works, aims to expand access to education for children from\npoor and vulnerable families in Lebak Regency, which falls into deciles\n1 and 2.<\/p>\n
According to her, the Sekolah Rakyat programme, initiated by\nPresident Prabowo Subianto, is intended to assist children from\nunderprivileged families, including those who have dropped out of school\nor are at risk of doing so, to ensure they receive a proper\neducation.<\/p>\n
The Sekolah Rakyat programme aims to break the chain of poverty, with\nstudents drawn from poor and vulnerable backgrounds.<\/p>\n
Consequently, Sekolah Rakyat does not open general registrations but\ninstead uses a direct outreach system to priority prospective students\nconducted by personnel from the Lebak Regency Family Hope Programme\n(PKH) Support Team.<\/p>\n
In addition, families of Sekolah Rakyat students will also receive\nsupport through programmes for uninhabitable housing, participation in\nthe National Health Insurance (JKN), and productive economic training to\nachieve economic independence.<\/p>\n
To date, the Sekolah Rakyat programme in Lebak Regency for the\n2025\/2026 academic year at the senior high school level has 100\nparticipants attending teaching and learning activities (KBM) at the\nEducation Quality Assurance Agency (BPMP) building owned by the Ministry\nof Education.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the integrated Sekolah Rakyat for primary and junior high\nlevels is at the Regency Government\u2019s Job Training Centre (BLK).<\/p>\n
\u201cWe hope that Sekolah Rakyat in the permanent building can produce\nquality children of the nation with superior human resources, thereby\neradicating poverty,\u201d Lela said.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/sekolah-rakyat-in-lebak-to-occupy-new-building-in-july-2026-1777863150", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715752, "msgid": "trump-pledges-assistance-to-free-ships-from-strait-of-hormuz-global-oil-prices-dip-slightly-1777863157", "date": "2026-05-04 08:53:08", "title": "Trump Pledges Assistance to Free Ships from Strait of Hormuz, Global Oil Prices Dip Slightly", "author": "Teuku Muhammad Valdy Arief", "source": "KOMPAS", "tags": "", "topic": "Energy", "summary": "Global oil prices edged lower in early Asian trading on Monday following US President Donald Trump's announcement on Truth Social that the United States will assist in safely escorting ships out of the restricted waters of the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions with Iran. Brent crude fell 0.59% to $107.53 per barrel, while WTI dropped 0.82% to $101.10 per barrel, as shipping traffic remains limited, sustaining supply disruption fears despite stalled US-Iran nuclear talks. The situation highlights the geopolitical risks to global energy markets, with no immediate resolution in sight as both sides hold firm on key demands.", "content": "
SINGAPORE - Global oil prices weakened in early Asian trading on\nMonday (4\/5\/2026). The decline occurred after US President Donald Trump\nstated that he would help free the ship trapped in the Strait of\nHormuz.<\/p>\n
Reuters reported that Brent crude oil prices fell 64 cents, or 0.59\npercent, to $107.53 US per barrel. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude\noil dropped 84 cents, or 0.82 percent, to $101.10 US per barrel.<\/p>\n
Trump conveyed this plan via the Truth Social platform on Sunday. The\nUS will assist shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, which remains\nrestricted due to the conflict with Iran.<\/p>\n
\u201cFor the good of Iran, the Middle East, and the US, we have informed\nthose countries that we will guide their ships safely out of these\nrestricted waterways so they can resume their business freely and\nsmoothly,\u201d Trump wrote.<\/p>\n
Ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz remains limited. This situation\nsustains concerns over global supply disruptions.<\/p>\n
Negotiations between the US and Iran took place throughout the\nweekend. Both countries are still evaluating their respective positions\nand have not reached an agreement.<\/p>\n
ANZ analysts assessed that the talks remain deadlocked. Both parties\nare holding firm on their main conditions.<\/p>\n
\u201cPeace talks are stalled because both sides refuse to cross their\nrespective red lines,\u201d the ANZ analysts wrote.<\/p>\n
Trump has made a nuclear deal with Tehran a priority. Iran proposes\ndiscussing the nuclear issue after the war ends. Iran also demands the\nlifting of the shipping blockade in the Gulf region.<\/p>\n
An increase has been agreed upon by seven countries, namely Saudi\nArabia, Iraq, Kuwait, Algeria, Kazakhstan, Russia, and Oman. This marks\nthe third consecutive monthly increase.<\/p>\n
The additional supply is estimated not to have a significant impact\nyet. Oil distribution remains disrupted as long as the US-Iran conflict\ncontinues.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/trump-pledges-assistance-to-free-ships-from-strait-of-hormuz-global-oil-prices-dip-slightly-1777863157", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715675, "msgid": "student-admission-system-in-bandung-city-begins-today-1777863148", "date": "2026-05-04 08:52:20", "title": "Student Admission System in Bandung City Begins Today", "author": "", "source": "TEMPO_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Social Policy", "summary": "The Bandung City Government has launched its 2026 student admission system (SPMB) from 4 May to 13 July, aiming for a more orderly process with strict limits on school shifts to two per day for primary and junior secondary levels. Key changes include incorporating Academic Ability Test (TKA) results into the prestige pathway selection for public schools, while providing free private school support for at-risk students from low-income deciles 1-5. This initiative, managed by the Education Office, ensures transparency through ongoing evaluations and covers admissions for kindergarten, primary, and junior secondary public schools, with senior secondary handled provincially.", "content": "
The Bandung City Government has begun implementing the new student\nadmission system (SPMB) on Monday, 4 May 2026, until 13 July 2026.\nBandung Mayor Muhammad Farhan stated that this year\u2019s SPMB is designed\nto be more orderly and measured, including in the management of teaching\nand learning activities. \u201cPrimary and junior secondary schools may only\nhave a maximum of two lesson shifts,\u201d Farhan said in his statement on\nSunday, 3 May 2026.<\/p>\n
From this regulation, it means schools can only conduct learning\nactivities in two sessions, namely morning and afternoon. According to\nFarhan, previously there were still schools that implemented more than\ntwo sessions, especially in areas with limited classroom space.<\/p>\n
He assured that all related regional apparatus have prepared to\nsupport the smooth implementation of SPMB, from the registration stage\nto the selection process. Evaluations will continue to be conducted\nduring the implementation to ensure all stages run transparently and\naccountably.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, according to the Head of the Bandung City Education\nOffice, Asep Saeful Gufron, the SPMB rules are almost the same as last\nyear. \u201cThe new thing is that the TKA (Academic Ability Test) results are\nused for SPMB,\u201d he told Tempo on Wednesday, 15 April 2026.<\/p>\n
The use of TKA scores, according to Asep, is not a basic requirement\nfor SPMB, but rather part of the selection for public schools with a 30\npercent portion in the prestige pathway. \u201cThe TKA is to evaluate the\nabilities of students who are about to graduate,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
The TKA in Bandung City was conducted from 6-16 April for junior\nsecondary level (SMP) equivalents and for primary school (SD)\nequivalents from 20-30 April. Asep said not all students took the TKA.\n\u201cMost who did not take the TKA are because their children will enter\nprivate schools,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Asep urged parents not to force their children into public schools\nbecause there are private schools available. The same applies to\nprospective students at risk of discontinuing education (RMP). \u201cFor\nthose in decile groups 1 to 5, private school fees will be subsidised to\nbe free,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
The SPMB in Bandung City relates to new student admissions in public\nschools at kindergarten, primary, and junior secondary levels.\nMeanwhile, senior secondary equivalents are handled by West Java\nProvince.<\/p>\n
From the 2026 SPMB schedule plan for Bandung City, new student\nregistration will be announced on 4 May. The stages begin with data\ncollection for prospective at-risk students from 4-8 May. Next,\nverification and validation of RMP prospective student data on 11-15\nMay. Determination of new RMP students based on mapping will be done on\n22 May.<\/p>\n
The next process is data collection for new prospective students from\n11 May to 5 June 2026. After that, registration for the prestige and\naffirmative pathways will open from 8-12 June. The selection results\nwill be announced on 19 June, followed by re-registration on 22-23\nJune.<\/p>\n
The next registration for the domicile and transfer pathways will\ntake place from 22-26 June. The selection results will be announced on 3\nJuly, and the re-registration process on 6-7 July. The first day of\nschool for the 2026\/2027 academic year is planned for 13 July 2026.<\/p>\n
The Secretary of the Bandung City Education Office, Edy Suparjoto,\nurged the public to prepare all administrative needs from now. Main\ndocuments such as family cards, birth certificates, and parents\u2019\nidentity cards for prospective students must be ensured to be valid and\nupdated to avoid hindering the registration process.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/student-admission-system-in-bandung-city-begins-today-1777863148", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715694, "msgid": "central-kalimantan-governor-report-to-pak-gub-complaint-channel-simplifies-process-for-the-public-1777863150", "date": "2026-05-04 08:51:48", "title": "Central Kalimantan Governor: \"Report to Pak Gub\" Complaint Channel Simplifies Process for the Public", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Social Policy", "summary": "The Governor of Central Kalimantan, Agustiar Sabran, has launched the \"Lapor Pak Gub\" online channel to facilitate public reports, complaints, and aspirations more easily and efficiently. Accessible via https:\/\/laporgub.kalteng.go.id\/, the platform covers issues ranging from infrastructure damage and social welfare programmes to health, education, disasters, and instances of injustice, with reports verified and forwarded to relevant authorities for prompt action. This initiative underscores the provincial government's commitment to responsive, accountable public services, emphasising active community participation in regional development.", "content": "
Palangkaraya (ANTARA) - Central Kalimantan Governor Agustiar Sabran\nhas now provided the \u201cLapor Pak Gub\u201d channel, which the public can\naccess to further simplify the submission of various reports,\ncomplaints, or aspirations.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf there are any problems in Central Kalimantan, report them to us,\u201d\nCentral Kalimantan Governor Agustiar Sabran emphasised in his statement\nin Palangkaraya on Monday.<\/p>\n
The public wishing to submit reports can access it through the site\nhttps:\/\/laporgub.kalteng.go.id\/.<\/p>\n
Through this channel, it is hoped that various reports can be made\nmore easily, quickly, and certainly followed up promptly.<\/p>\n
The various types of reports that can be submitted include a wide\nrange of matters, such as road or bridge damage, complaints related to\nthe Huma Betang Sejahtera Card welfare programme assistance, to unfit\nhousing.<\/p>\n
Then related to health, such as community health centres or health\nfacilities, education such as schools or learning facilities, disasters\nsuch as fires, natural disasters, or emergency situations, as well as\nother issues.<\/p>\n
\u201cFor example, injustice, there is the Police Chief, the Chief of the\nHigh Prosecutor\u2019s Office, we will channel it. We are servants of the\npeople,\u201d said the governor.<\/p>\n
The Central Kalimantan Provincial Government provides this channel as\na means of public complaints and aspirations that is easily accessible,\nquick, and transparent.<\/p>\n
Every report is verified and forwarded to the relevant regional\napparatus for measured follow-up.<\/p>\n
This service is also present because the provincial government\nconsiders active public participation as a very important part in\nrealising responsive and accountable public services.<\/p>\n
\u201cEvery report submitted becomes part of the development in Central\nKalimantan,\u201d explained Agustiar Sabran.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/central-kalimantan-governor-report-to-pak-gub-complaint-channel-simplifies-process-for-the-public-1777863150", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715711, "msgid": "reasons-for-involving-the-tni-in-training-lpdp-scholarship-recipients-1777863152", "date": "2026-05-04 08:50:31", "title": "Reasons for Involving the TNI in Training LPDP Scholarship Recipients", "author": "", "source": "CNN_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Social Policy", "summary": "Indonesia's Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, Brian Yuliarto, has decided to involve the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) in preparing LPDP scholarship recipients to study abroad, aiming to prevent culture shock and instil national values and discipline. This pre-departure training is intended to ensure that scholars return with a strong commitment to contribute to the nation, emphasising hard work and patriotism. While the specific TNI personnel to be involved are still under discussion, the initiative has drawn public attention amid reports of outdoor training activities.", "content": "
Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Mendikti\nSaintek) Brian Yuliarto is involving the TNI to train LPDP scholarship\nrecipients. He reasoned that the involvement of the national defence\ninstitution is to ensure that the recipients do not experience culture\nshock when studying abroad. Additionally, according to him, the TNI will\nalso provide reinforcement of national values and discipline training\nfor the scholarship recipients. \u201cSo that they do not experience culture\nshock and the like. Including discipline. There is also strengthening of\nnationalism,\u201d he told reporters, quoted from 20Detik, on Sunday (3\/4).\nHe explained that the preparation from the TNI is important to be\ncarried out so that the scholarship recipients have an understanding to\nreturn and contribute to the country. In addition, in that preparation,\nthe scholarship recipients will also be given material on discipline to\nnationalism. \u201cSo basically, LPDP needs loads of discipline, hard work,\nnationalism,\u201d he said. \u201cWhy, so that when they study later, they have\nthe spirit of how after returning to Indonesia they can give the best\ncontribution to our nation,\u201d he added. Nevertheless, he explained\nregarding the TNI soldiers who will be involved in training the LPDP\nscholarship recipients that the criteria are still being discussed.\n\u201cThat hasn\u2019t been determined yet. Of course from those who have\nexperience,\u201d said the man who was previously known as an academic at\nITB. The plan to involve the TNI in the LPDP process has attracted\nattention. Several mass media previously reported that the TNI would be\ninvolved in pre-departure training in outdoor activities for this year\u2019s\nLPDP scholarship recipients.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/reasons-for-involving-the-tni-in-training-lpdp-scholarship-recipients-1777863152", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715695, "msgid": "iafmi-urges-oil-and-gas-industry-to-strengthen-strategic-position-in-global-market-1777863150", "date": "2026-05-04 08:50:00", "title": "IAFMI Urges Oil and Gas Industry to Strengthen Strategic Position in Global Market", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Energy", "summary": "The Indonesian Association of Oil and Gas Production Facility Experts (IAFMI) is advocating for the transformation of Indonesia's oil and gas sector from a mere exporter of resources to a competitive industry capable of controlling global supply chains. This push aims to reduce imports of strategic equipment like pipes, enhance domestic component levels (TKDN) to 46% for seamless pipes, and position Indonesia as a regional hub in Southeast Asia, supported by collaborations with the Indonesian Oil and Gas Community (KMI) and companies like PT Artas Energi Petrogas. Recent regulatory simplifications by the Ministry of Industry further bolster business certainty, emphasising the need for Indonesia to become a producer and technology owner to avoid falling behind globally.", "content": "
Indonesia cannot continue to be a market for the global industry. We\nmust become producers, owners of technology, and controllers of supply\nchains. If not now, we will continue to lag behind.<\/p>\n
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian Association of Oil and Gas\nProduction Facility Experts (IAFMI) is urging Indonesia\u2019s oil and gas\nindustry to strengthen its strategic position in the global market\nthrough a transformation from merely exporting resources to becoming a\ncompetitive industry.<\/p>\n
In a statement in Jakarta on Monday, IAFMI General Secretary Gede\nPramona highlighted that imports of pipes, strategic equipment, and\nlimitations in technology are hindering Indonesia\u2019s ability to advance\nin the global value chain.<\/p>\n
Therefore, in collaboration with the Indonesian Oil and Gas Community\n(KMI), they are promoting an industry transformation expected to have\ndirect impacts, including a significant reduction in imports of oil and\ngas equipment, as well as efficiency and optimisation of cost\nrecovery.<\/p>\n
Furthermore, they are advocating for an increase in the Domestic\nComponent Level (TKDN), the emergence of national champions in the oil\nand gas industry, and strengthening Indonesia\u2019s position as an oil and\ngas industrial base in Southeast Asia.<\/p>\n
The visit was also attended by KMI Chairman S Herry Putranto, who\nprovided support and opened avenues for strategic discussions with\nIAFMI.<\/p>\n
The discussion focused on enhancing the competitiveness of\ndomestically produced seamless pipes, which currently have a TKDN\ncapability of 46 per cent, to enable the country to be the master of its\nown domain.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Chief Commercial Officer of PT Artas Energi Petrogas\nHendrik Kawilarang Luntungan stated that his company has demonstrated\ncapabilities to strengthen Indonesia\u2019s position in the global value\nchain.<\/p>\n
IST products have also been used in various KKKS projects with API\n5CT and API 5L standards, proving that the domestic industry can compete\nglobally in terms of quality.<\/p>\n
\u201cIndonesia cannot continue to be a market for the global industry. We\nmust become producers, owners of technology, and controllers of supply\nchains. If not now, we will continue to lag behind,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Previously, the Ministry of Industry (Kemenperin) announced\nsimplifications in the assessment of Domestic Component Levels (TKDN)\nand oversight of its implementation through Minister of Industry\nRegulation Number 35 of 2025, which promotes business certainty for the\ndomestic oil and gas industry.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/iafmi-urges-oil-and-gas-industry-to-strengthen-strategic-position-in-global-market-1777863150", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715753, "msgid": "oil-prices-surge-as-opec-increases-production-quota-for-june-2026-1777863157", "date": "2026-05-04 08:49:51", "title": "Oil Prices Surge as OPEC+ Increases Production Quota for June 2026", "author": "Teuku Muhammad Valdy Arief", "source": "KOMPAS", "tags": "", "topic": "Energy", "summary": "OPEC+ has agreed to raise its production target by approximately 188,000 barrels per day in June 2026, marking the third consecutive monthly increase amid ongoing Middle East conflicts disrupting global energy supplies. The decision involves seven key members including Saudi Arabia and Russia, following the UAE's exit from the group, and comes as oil prices hit a four-year high above $125 per barrel, raising concerns over aviation fuel shortages and global inflation. This symbolic hike signals OPEC+'s readiness to boost supplies once conflicts subside, despite current logistical challenges and Russia's own production cuts due to Ukrainian drone attacks.", "content": "
The OPEC+ group of oil-producing countries has agreed to increase its\nproduction target by around 188,000 barrels per day in June 2026. This\ndecision marks the third consecutive monthly quota increase. The move is\nbeing taken while conflicts in the Middle East continue to disrupt\nglobal energy supplies. Reuters reports that seven countries have agreed\nto the production increase. These countries consist of Saudi Arabia,\nIraq, Kuwait, Algeria, Kazakhstan, Russia, and Oman. The United Arab\nEmirates officially exits OPEC+ from 1 May 2026. The number of members\nnow stands at 21 countries, including Iran. Production levels have\npreviously been heavily influenced by these seven countries along with\nthe UAE. These countries previously had the capacity to increase\nproduction. The situation has changed after distribution routes were\ndisrupted. Iran has also experienced a decline in exports. The decline\noccurred after the United States imposed a blockade since April. A\nReuters source states that the 188,000 barrels per day production\nincrease is symbolic. Oil shipments have not yet returned to normal\nwhile the conflict continues and the Strait of Hormuz has not fully\nrecovered. Supply disruptions have driven up global oil prices. Prices\nhave temporarily breached $125 per barrel in the US. This level is the\nhighest in the last four years. Analysts are beginning to predict the\nrisk of aviation fuel shortages within one to two months. Global\ninflationary pressures are also rising in line with the increase in\nenergy prices. This production quota increase is nearly equivalent to\nthe previous month\u2019s figure of 206,000 barrels per day. The figure has\nbeen adjusted following the United Arab Emirates\u2019 exit from OPEC+. This\nstep shows that OPEC+ is continuing its usual production approach. The\norganisation is considered ready to increase supplies when the conflict\neases. Russia has also cut production. The cut occurred after Ukrainian\ndrone attacks damaged energy infrastructure.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/oil-prices-surge-as-opec-increases-production-quota-for-june-2026-1777863157", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715730, "msgid": "ihsg-under-sharp-pressure-check-out-5-stock-recommendations-with-profit-potential-today-1777863154", "date": "2026-05-04 08:47:46", "title": "IHSG Under Sharp Pressure, Check Out 5 Stock Recommendations with Profit Potential Today", "author": "", "source": "CNBC", "tags": "", "topic": "Finance", "summary": "The Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG) closed down 2.03% at 6,956.80, pressured by foreign investor sell-offs and declines across all sectors, amid mixed global market cues and domestic expectations of lower inflation and a shrinking trade balance. Companies like Bumi Resources and Medco Energi reported strong Q1 2026 earnings growth, driven by higher production volumes despite price corrections, while Bank Jabar Banten announced a substantial dividend payout. The article highlights five stock picks\u2014BUMI, CYBR, AADI, MOLI, and ITMG\u2014with buy recommendations, underscoring potential opportunities in a volatile market for investors seeking gains.", "content": "
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - The Composite Stock Price Index (IHSG)\nclosed weaker by 2.03% at the level of 6,956.80 in Thursday\u2019s trading\n(30\/04). Several stocks such as SMMA, BUMI, and ADRO supported the\nindex\u2019s movement, while BBRI, BBCA, and BREN pressured the IHSG\u2019s\nperformance.<\/p>\n
Foreign investor selling activity was recorded at Rp1.65 trillion in\nthe regular market and Rp1.49 trillion overall. On a sectoral basis, all\nsectors closed in the red zone, with the industrial sector recording the\ndeepest decline of 2.95%.<\/p>\n
In the global market, US stock indices moved variably. The Dow Jones\nfell 0.31% to 49,499, while the S&P 500 rose 0.29% to 7,230 and the\nNasdaq strengthened 0.89% to 25,114.<\/p>\n
Domestic market sentiment is still influenced by expectations of\ninflation dropping to 2.40% year-on-year, lower than the consensus of\n2.69%. Additionally, the March trade balance is estimated to shrink to\nUS$1 billion from the previous US$1.28 billion, also below market\nprojections. Market participants\u2019 wait-and-see attitude is evident from\nthe differing directions between the EIDO ETF, which strengthened 0.20%,\nand the MSCI Indonesia, which weakened 2.40%.<\/p>\n
From the issuer performance side, Bumi Resources (BUMI) recorded\nrevenue growth of 19.75% to US$417.65 million in Q1-2026, compared to\nthe same period last year of US$348.77 million. Cost of goods sold also\nincreased by 12.53% to US$334.81 million. Nevertheless, the company\u2019s\nnet profit still rose significantly by 36.66% to US$41.09 million.<\/p>\n
This performance was supported by an increase in coal production\nvolume of 11.62% to 19.20 million tonnes and sales up 14.37% to 19.10\nmillion tonnes, although the average coal price corrected by 9.70%.\nEfficiency is also reflected in the stripping ratio decreasing to 7.7\ntimes from the previous 8.4 times.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Medco Energi Internasional (MEDC) booked a surge in net\nprofit of 251.43% to US$72.15 million in Q1-2026. Company revenue rose\n19.24% to US$668.31 million, although cost of goods sold increased\nhigher at 31.19%.<\/p>\n
Operationally, the first-quarter achievement is deemed in line with\nthe 2026 annual target, including oil and gas production of 169 MBOEPD\nand production costs remaining stable around US$9 per BOE. The company\nis also continuing the development of strategic projects such as\nBualuang Phase-1 and contributions from the AMMN smelter, with capital\nexpenditure realisation still below 25% of the annual target.<\/p>\n
In the regional banking sector, Bank Pembangunan Daerah Jawa Barat\ndan Banten (BJBR) set a cash dividend of Rp900 billion or Rp85.54 per\nshare from the 2025 book year profit.<\/p>\n
The dividend payout ratio was recorded at 78.07% of net profit of\nRp1.15 trillion. Interest income performance grew 6.83% to Rp15.79\ntrillion, driven by increases in interest and sharia income. However,\nnet profit was recorded to have declined compared to the previous year,\nin line with a decrease in earnings per share. The cum dividend schedule\nin the regular and negotiation markets is set for 7 May, with payment on\n26 May.<\/p>\n
Today\u2019s Stock Recommendations<\/p>\n
BUMI - Buy 234-240 | TP 246-256 | SL 224<\/p>\n
CYBR - Buy 1255-1270 | TP 1290-1320 | SL 1175<\/p>\n
AADI - Buy 11500-11600 | TP 11750-11900 | SL 10875<\/p>\n
MOLI - Buy 290-294 | TP 300-308 | SL 274<\/p>\n
ITMG - Buy 26500-26650 | TP 27150-27600 | SL 25025<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/ihsg-under-sharp-pressure-check-out-5-stock-recommendations-with-profit-potential-today-1777863154", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715698, "msgid": "former-kai-commissioner-views-bekasi-train-accident-as-not-solely-human-error-1777863151", "date": "2026-05-04 08:47:05", "title": "Former KAI Commissioner Views Bekasi Train Accident as Not Solely Human Error", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Infrastructure", "summary": "A former commissioner of PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) has argued that the recent train collision at Bekasi Timur Station was primarily a systemic failure in operations and infrastructure rather than individual human error, highlighting the risks of mixing long-distance and commuter trains on the same track. Transportation expert Ki Darmaningtyas advocates for the adoption of GPS-based Intelligent Transportation Systems to detect track obstacles ahead and prevent such incidents, which could significantly reduce accident risks when combined with other safety measures. The Metro Jaya Police are investigating the crash, having questioned 31 witnesses to uncover the full details.", "content": "
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Former Commissioner of PT Kereta Api Indonesia\n(Persero) or KAI, Riza Primadi, assessed that the train accident at\nBekasi Timur Station, West Java, was not solely caused by individual\nnegligence (human error).<\/p>\n
\u201cWho is the human error? The driver? The train consists need a\nminimum distance of 500 metres if at a speed of only 60 km\/h,\u201d said Riza\nwhen contacted in Jakarta on Monday.<\/p>\n
Riza assessed that the cause of the accident cannot be viewed\nsimplistically. He explained that long-distance train consists (KAJJ)\nhave significant weight and require long braking distances.<\/p>\n
He also assessed that the driver had attempted to brake. This can be\nseen from the collision impact that did not destroy the entire\nconsist.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf there was no braking, it could have hit more than two to three\nKRL trains,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Therefore, he emphasised that this accident more reflects issues with\noperational systems and infrastructure rather than individual errors in\nthe field.<\/p>\n
According to Riza, operationally, mixing long-distance train (KAJJ)\nand KRL journeys on one track has high potential to cause accidents.\nDifferences in stopping patterns and speeds are crucial factors that\ncannot be ignored.<\/p>\n
He explained that the Argo Bromo Anggrek (ABA) train travelling from\nGambir to Cirebon has high speed and only stops at certain stations,\nunlike the KRL which stops at almost every station.<\/p>\n
According to him, this condition makes the potential for \u201covertaking\u201d\nunavoidable. Thus, he views this accident as a form of systemic\nfailure.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, transportation observer Ki Darmaningtyas assessed that the\nimplementation of GPS-based sensor technology is an important step to\nprevent train accidents.<\/p>\n
\u201cUse GPS-based Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) technology to\nimprove train operational safety,\u201d said Darmaningtyas.<\/p>\n
He explained that this technology allows the driver to know the track\nconditions ahead, including the presence of other trains or\ndisruptions.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf all PT KAI facilities are equipped with GPS that can detect\ndisruptions one or two kilometres ahead, it can minimise accidents,\u201d he\nsaid.<\/p>\n
Darmaningtyas cited the accident involving the KA Argo Bromo Anggrek,\nwhich he believes could have been minimised if such technology were\navailable.<\/p>\n
He assessed that this system is more effective than sudden braking,\nwhich poses risks to journey safety.<\/p>\n
\u201cSudden braking is also dangerous for the train,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
With a combination of DDT resolution and GPS technology\nimplementation, he is optimistic that train accident risks can be\nsignificantly reduced.<\/p>\n
Previously, the Metro Jaya Police had taken statements from 31\nwitnesses to uncover the train accident incident at Bekasi Timur\nStation, West Java, on Monday (27\/4).<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/former-kai-commissioner-views-bekasi-train-accident-as-not-solely-human-error-1777863151", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715754, "msgid": "profits-of-major-banks-grow-bri-and-mandiri-lead-performance-1777863157", "date": "2026-05-04 08:46:45", "title": "Profits of Major Banks Grow, BRI and Mandiri Lead Performance", "author": "Teuku Muhammad Valdy Arief", "source": "KOMPAS", "tags": "", "topic": "Banking", "summary": "Indonesia's largest banks reported positive performances in the first quarter of 2026, with net profits continuing to rise, led by state-owned giants BRI and Mandiri. BRI achieved the highest nominal profit of Rp15.5 trillion, up 13.74% year-on-year, driven by net interest income and reduced interest expenses, while Mandiri posted the strongest growth at 16.6% to Rp15.4 trillion, supported by robust credit expansion and operational efficiency. This resilience among core capital (KBMI) IV banks underscores their pivotal role in bolstering the national banking sector amid economic challenges.", "content": "
JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - Indonesia\u2019s major banks recorded positive\nperformances in the first quarter of 2026. Net profits continued to\ngrow. The group of banks with core capital (KBMI) IV remains the main\npillar of the banking industry.<\/p>\n
Banks in the KBMI IV category are those with core capital exceeding\nRp70 trillion. This group consists of PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (Persero)\nTbk (BRI), PT Bank Mandiri (Persero) Tbk, PT Bank Central Asia Tbk\n(BCA), and PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BNI).<\/p>\n
Bank Mandiri recorded the highest year-on-year profit growth.\nConsolidated net profit reached Rp15.4 trillion, up 16.6%.<\/p>\n
BRI achieved the largest nominal net profit. Profit reached Rp15.5\ntrillion, an increase of 13.74%. BNI and BCA recorded single-digit\ngrowth. BNI booked Rp5.68 trillion, up 5.04%. BCA recorded Rp14.7\ntrillion, up 3.8%.<\/p>\n
BRI recorded a profit of Rp15.5 trillion. This figure improved from a\n13.92% decline in the first quarter of 2025, which was Rp13.67 trillion.\nPerformance was supported by net interest income and a reduction in\ninterest expenses.<\/p>\n
BRI\u2019s interest income reached Rp52.83 trillion, up 5.94%. Interest\nexpenses fell 9.31% to Rp12.68 trillion.<\/p>\n
Credit disbursements reached Rp1,497 trillion, up 13%. Credit\nremained strong in the micro, small, and medium enterprise segment\nthrough Kredit Usaha Rakyat amounting to Rp47.09 trillion to 947,000\ncustomers. Housing financing through Fasilitas Likuiditas Pembiayaan\nPerumahan reached Rp17.13 trillion to around 125,000 debtors.<\/p>\n
Third-party funds at BRI reached Rp1,555 trillion, up 9.4%. The\nproportion of low-cost funds was 68.1%. Total assets rose 7.2% to\nRp2,249 trillion.<\/p>\n
Bank Mandiri recorded a profit of Rp15.4 trillion, up 16.6%.\nPerformance was supported by credit growth and operational\nefficiency.<\/p>\n
Credit reached Rp1,530 trillion, up 17.4%. Return on Equity was at\n22.1%.<\/p>\n
Third-party funds reached Rp1,675 trillion, up 21.1%. Low-cost funds\nreached Rp1,201 trillion, up 12.7%. The Cost to Operational Income Ratio\nfell to 58.0%.<\/p>\n
Net interest income was recorded at Rp21.1 trillion. Total\noperational income reached Rp27.8 trillion, up 3.3%. Operational\nexpenses amounted to Rp8.5 trillion.<\/p>\n
Credit disbursements reached Rp994 trillion, up 5.6%. Low-cost funds\nreached Rp1,089 trillion, up 11.2%. The proportion of low-cost funds was\n85.2% of total third-party funds of Rp1,292.4 trillion.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/profits-of-major-banks-grow-bri-and-mandiri-lead-performance-1777863157", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715755, "msgid": "itb-expert-reveals-reasons-for-fuel-price-hike-and-solutions-1777863157", "date": "2026-05-04 08:42:00", "title": "ITB Expert Reveals Reasons for Fuel Price Hike and Solutions", "author": "Agung Kurniawan", "source": "KOMPAS", "tags": "", "topic": "Energy", "summary": "Fuel prices at private petrol stations in Indonesia are rising significantly due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly the US-Israel conflict with Iran, which has disrupted global oil supplies and increased crude oil costs. ITB Professor Tri Yuswidjajanto Zaenuri explains that this follows basic supply and demand economics, exacerbated by export restrictions from producer nations, affecting Indonesia's imports from Singapore. The government faces decisions on adjusting domestic prices, potentially increasing subsidies for subsidised fuel while allowing non-subsidised prices to rise, amid rumours of Pertamax reaching Rp 17,000 per litre.", "content": "
JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com \u2013 Prices of non-subsidised fuel (BBM) at several\nprivate petrol stations have begun to rise significantly. Editorial\nobservations indicate that diesel prices at BP and Vivo stations have\nnow reached Rp 30,890 per litre. This situation is inseparable from the\nescalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The conflict\ninvolving the United States-Israel against Iran directly impacts the\nglobal energy supply chain. Disruptions in crude oil deliveries have\nnaturally led to dwindling fuel stocks in various countries, forcing\nretail prices at petrol pumps to surge. Tri Yuswidjajanto Zaenuri,\nProfessor at the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) and an expert in\nfuels and lubricants, explains that this phenomenon is purely a matter\nof economic law related to supply and demand. \u201cIf the supply happens to\ndecrease as it is now, while demand remains high, prices will certainly\nrise. Internationally, most refineries are supplied with crude oil from\nthe Middle East,\u201d said Yuswidjajanto to Kompas.com recently.\nFurthermore, the man commonly referred to as Pak Yus elaborated that\nproduction costs at refineries automatically swell with the higher price\nof raw materials. \u201cNow, the supply of petroleum is reduced because it\u2019s\nhindered by the US-Israel vs Iran war. Automatically, the price of\npetroleum becomes more expensive. If the price of petroleum rises, then\nthe price of fuel produced by the refinery also becomes more expensive,\u201d\nsaid Yuswidjajanto. The situation is worsened by actions from several\nproducer countries that are beginning to restrict export taps to secure\ntheir domestic reserves. This protectionist measure directly affects\nIndonesia, which still relies on BBM imports from the Singapore market.\n\u201cAutomatically, if China, for example, does not export, and it supplies\nto Singapore among others, then fuel prices in Singapore rise as well.\nWe buy from Singapore, so our fuel prices rise too,\u201d said Yuswidjajanto.\nNow, the hot potato is in the government\u2019s hands to determine domestic\nprice policies, whether to make adjustments or increase the subsidy\nburden. \u201cNow, it\u2019s up to the government whether to follow the price\nincrease due to supply and demand law, or to hold the prices without\nproviding subsidies. It could also be that subsidised fuel prices don\u2019t\nrise, but non-subsidised ones do, to subsidise the subsidised fuel,\u201d he\nstated. Previously, there were rumours circulating that the price of\nPertamax (RON 92) would be hiked to Rp 17,000 per litre. Given the\nunstable fluctuations in global crude oil prices, Yuswidjajanto assesses\nthat such a potential increase is very likely to occur.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/itb-expert-reveals-reasons-for-fuel-price-hike-and-solutions-1777863157", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715699, "msgid": "government-prepares-bali-as-international-financial-centre-1777863151", "date": "2026-05-04 08:40:47", "title": "Government prepares Bali as international financial centre", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Economy", "summary": "The Indonesian government is accelerating the development of the Kura Kura Bali Special Economic Zone (SEZ) to establish it as a potential site for an International Financial Centre (IFC), with Coordinating Minister for the Economy Airlangga Hartarto emphasising the need for direct discussions with Danantara on its offerings. The initiative includes maturing regulations to support financial sector needs, fostering an integrated innovation ecosystem through business hubs, knowledge districts, and facilities like the Global Blended Finance Alliance and International Mangrove Research Centre, with investments reaching Rp1.62 trillion and 2,146 jobs created by Q1 2026. Meanwhile, the Sanur SEZ focuses on health tourism, featuring the operational Bali International Hospital and upcoming Solitaire Clinic, boasting Rp5.37 trillion in cumulative investments, 5,444 jobs, and over 279,000 tourist visits, underscoring their role in national economic transformation.", "content": "
The government is preparing Bali as an international financial centre\nor International Financial Centre (IFC). Coordinating Minister for the\nEconomy Airlangga Hartarto stated that the development of the Kura Kura\nBali Special Economic Zone (SEZ) is being accelerated as one of the\npotential locations for developing a financial sector SEZ in Bali. \u201cSo\nwhat can the Kura Kura Bali (SEZ) offer for the IFC location? It should\nbe discussed directly with Danantara,\u201d Airlangga said in his statement\nin Jakarta on Monday. The government is currently refining regulations\nas the foundation for establishing a financial sector SEZ in Bali. This\nSEZ is designed to accommodate various needs for establishing a\nfinancial centre, from management schemes to providing facilities\ncapable of attracting global investors. The area is designed to build an\nintegrated innovation ecosystem by optimising knowledge capital,\neducation, and human resources as drivers of new economic growth in\nBali. The Kura Kura Bali SEZ is also preparing a supporting ecosystem\nfor the operations of an international financial centre through a\nBusiness Hub designed as a meeting point for the Global Blended Finance\nAlliance (GBFA) programme, business school, and flagship investment\npathways in Indonesia. In addition, the Knowledge District will be\nstrengthened with an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Centre serving as a\nhub for quality education, such as the ACS Bali intercultural school, as\nwell as coastal environmental research development through the\nInternational Mangrove Research Centre (IMRC). By the first quarter of\n2026, the SEZ has recorded realised investments of Rp1.62 trillion with\nlabour absorption reaching 2,146 people. Meanwhile, regarding the Sanur\nSEZ, Airlangga mentioned that its development is focused on\nstrengthening the health tourism ecosystem to solidify Indonesia\u2019s\nposition as a world-class healthcare destination. One of the flagship\nfacilities is the Bali International Hospital (BIH), which has been\noperational since April 2025 and provides various specialist services.\nOn the same occasion, The Solitaire Clinic in the Sanur SEZ is scheduled\nto begin operations in 2026, offering services in cosmetic surgery,\nmedical aesthetics, body contouring, hair transplants, and anti-ageing\nstem cell therapy. Cumulatively by the first quarter of 2026, the Sanur\nSEZ has recorded realised investments of Rp5.37 trillion, with labour\nabsorption reaching 5,444 people and 279,804 tourist visits. These\nachievements affirm the strategic role of the Kura Kura Bali SEZ and\nSanur SEZ in driving investments, creating jobs, and strengthening\nnational economic transformation through the development of\nhigh-value-added sectors.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/government-prepares-bali-as-international-financial-centre-1777863151", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715756, "msgid": "pertamina-fuel-prices-to-rise-starting-4-may-2026-here-are-the-details-1777863157", "date": "2026-05-04 08:40:22", "title": "Pertamina Fuel Prices to Rise Starting 4 May 2026: Here Are the Details", "author": "Agung Kurniawan", "source": "KOMPAS", "tags": "", "topic": "Energy", "summary": "PT Pertamina has announced an adjustment to the prices of non-subsidised fuels effective from 4 May 2026, with significant increases for Dexlite and Pertamina Dex, while Pertamax, Pertalite, Biosolar, and Pertamax Green remain unchanged. Dexlite rises from Rp 23,600 to Rp 26,000 per litre, and Pertamina Dex from Rp 23,900 to Rp 27,900 per litre. This adjustment comes amid ongoing fluctuations in global energy prices, and the public is advised to adjust their fuel consumption accordingly.", "content": "
JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com \u2013 PT Pertamina (Persero) has once again adjusted\nthe prices of fuel oil (BBM), effective from 4 May 2026. This adjustment\napplies to several types of non-subsidised BBM, with some products\nexperiencing price increases compared to the previous period. According\nto official information from Pertamina\u2019s website on Monday (4\/5\/2026),\nthe price of Pertamax remains at Rp 12,300 per litre. Similarly,\nPertalite is still priced at Rp 10,000 per litre and Biosolar at Rp\n6,800 per litre. A higher increase is seen in Dexlite, which was\npreviously sold for Rp 23,600 per litre and is now Rp 26,000 per litre.\nIn addition, Pertamina Dex has also seen a price adjustment from Rp\n23,900 per litre to Rp 27,900 per litre, while Pertamax Green is still\nmarketed at Rp 12,900 per litre. With this adjustment, the public is\nurged to adjust their BBM consumption according to their needs,\nespecially amid ongoing fluctuations in energy prices.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/pertamina-fuel-prices-to-rise-starting-4-may-2026-here-are-the-details-1777863157", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715712, "msgid": "former-deputy-chief-of-depok-district-court-drags-kpk-to-pre-trial-hearing-1777863152", "date": "2026-05-04 08:40:19", "title": "Former Deputy Chief of Depok District Court Drags KPK to Pre-Trial Hearing", "author": "", "source": "CNN_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Legal", "summary": "Former Deputy Chief Judge of the Depok District Court, Bambang Setyawan, has filed a pre-trial motion against the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) in the South Jakarta District Court, challenging the legality of the seizure conducted during his investigation for alleged bribery and gratification. The KPK respects the suspect's right to judicial review and maintains that all investigative actions comply with legal procedures, viewing the pre-trial as a mechanism for checks and balances. This case follows a similar unsuccessful challenge by another former judge and involves ongoing probes into court officials and executives from PT Karabha Digdaya over land dispute bribes uncovered in a February sting operation.", "content": "
Former Deputy Chief of the Depok District Court in West Java, Bambang\nSetyawan, has filed a pre-trial application with the South Jakarta\nDistrict Court. The suspect in the alleged bribery and gratification\ncase is contesting the seizure actions carried out by the Corruption\nEradication Commission (KPK). \u201cCase classification: whether or not the\nimplementation of coercive seizure measures is valid,\u201d as quoted from\nthe Case Tracking Information System (SIPP) website of the South Jakarta\nDistrict Court on Monday (4\/5). Through his legal representatives,\nBambang registered the pre-trial application on Tuesday, 28 April 2026.\nThe application is registered under case number: 60\/Pid.Pra\/2026\/PN\nJKT.SEL. The respondent is the KPK represented by its leadership.\n\u201cHearing date: Monday, 11 May 2026. Agenda: reading of the application\n(if all parties are present),\u201d still quoted from the SIPP of the South\nJakarta District Court. When contacted separately, the KPK stated that\nit respects the suspect\u2019s right to test the law enforcement process\nthrough a pre-trial hearing. \u201cThe KPK fully respects the legal steps\ntaken by the suspect through the pre-trial application. It is the right\nof every citizen to examine the formal aspects of the law enforcement\nprocess, and the KPK views it as part of the checks and balances\nmechanism in the judicial system,\u201d said KPK spokesperson Budi Prasetyo\nwhen contacted on Monday morning. The KPK is confident that the entire\ninvestigation process has been conducted in accordance with applicable\nprocedural laws, both in determining the suspect and in carrying out the\ncoercive seizure that is the subject of the pre-trial. \u201cFurthermore, the\nKPK through its Legal Bureau will prepare and face this process openly\nand respectfully towards the proceedings,\u201d Budi stated. \u201cWe believe that\nthe pre-trial actually becomes an objective space for proof that every\naction we take has a strong legal basis and can be accounted for to the\npublic,\u201d he added. Previously, a similar challenge was filed by former\nChief of the Depok District Court, I Wayan Eka Mariarta. However, the\npre-trial application failed after sole judge Eman Sulaeman ruled that\nit was not accepted. \u201cHaving deliberated, first, the pre-trial\napplication of the applicant is not accepted. Second, orders the\npre-trial applicant to pay the court costs incurred in this case\namounting to nil,\u201d the judge said when reading the verdict in the\nhearing at the South Jakarta District Court on Monday (20\/4). In\naddition to Bambang and I Wayan, the KPK is also prosecuting a court\nclerk at the Depok District Court, Yohansyah Maruanaya, as a suspect in\nthe alleged bribery reception related to a land dispute. The case is\nstill at the investigation stage. Meanwhile, for the alleged bribe\ngivers, the KPK is prosecuting the President Director of PT Karabha\nDigdaya (KD), Trisnadi Yulrisman, and Head of Corporate Legal at PT KD,\nBerliana Tri Kusuma. The cases involving Trisnadi and Berliana have\nalready entered the court for examination and trial. For Bambang, the\nKPK also charges him with the offence of gratification as regulated in\nArticle 12B of the Corruption Eradication Law (UU Tipikor). This case\nwas uncovered by the anti-corruption agency through a Raid Operation\n(OTT) in the first week of February. During the investigation, the KPK\nhas examined numerous witnesses and conducted searches and seizures of\nevidence.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/former-deputy-chief-of-depok-district-court-drags-kpk-to-pre-trial-hearing-1777863152", "image": "" }, { "id": 1715732, "msgid": "up-pertamina-dex-diesel-fuel-price-hits-rp27-900-litre-from-4-may-1777863154", "date": "2026-05-04 08:40:00", "title": "Up! Pertamina Dex Diesel Fuel Price Hits Rp27,900\/Litre from 4 May", "author": "", "source": "CNBC", "tags": "", "topic": "Energy", "summary": "PT Pertamina has officially increased the prices of its non-subsidised fuels at petrol stations starting 4 May 2026, with Pertamina Dex diesel surging to Rp27,900 per litre from Rp23,900, Dexlite rising to Rp26,000 from Rp23,600, and Pertamax Turbo (RON 98) climbing to Rp19,900 from Rp19,400. Prices for subsidised fuels like Pertalite and other non-premium variants such as Pertamax and Pertamax Green remain unchanged. This adjustment reflects ongoing fluctuations in global oil markets and could impact transportation and logistics costs in Indonesia.", "content": "
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - PT Pertamina (Persero) has officially\nraised the prices of non-subsidised fuels at petrol stations starting 4\nMay 2026. Among those experiencing increases are RON 98 fuel or Turbo,\nas well as non-subsidised diesel products. For example, the price of\nPertamax Turbo (RON 98) in DKI Jakarta has been set at Rp19,900 per\nlitre, up from Rp19,400 per litre that applied on 18 April 2026.\nSimilarly, Dexlite has risen to Rp26,000 per litre from the previous\nRp23,600 per litre. Pertamina Dex has also increased to Rp27,900 per\nlitre, up from Rp23,900 per litre previously. Meanwhile, RON 92 fuel or\nPertamax remains unchanged, as do Pertamax Green 95, RON 90 Pertalite,\nand subsidised Solar diesel, which currently show no changes. The\nfollowing are the fuel prices at Pertamina petrol stations in DKI\nJakarta, effective 4 May 2026: Pertalite: Rp10,000 per litre; Pertamax:\nRp12,300 per litre; Pertamax Green: Rp12,900 per litre; Pertamax Turbo:\nRp19,900 per litre; Pertamina Dex: Rp27,900 per litre; Dexlite: Rp26,000\nper litre.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/up-pertamina-dex-diesel-fuel-price-hits-rp27-900-litre-from-4-may-1777863154", "image": "" } ], "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }