Archive: 10 November 2026
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Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:41 WIB
BP follows Shell in exiting Indonesian fuel-station retail as local partners take full control
BP has agreed to sell its 49.9 per cent stake in the BP-AKR service-station joint venture to AKR Corporindo affiliates for US$14.22 million, giving the local group full ownership. The deal follows Shell’s transfer of its Indonesian station operations to SEFAS Group, highlighting global oil majors’ retreat from fuel retail while Shell retains a focus on lubricants in the country.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:40 WIB
Elon Musk backs NVIDIA chief amid China intelligence allegations
Elon Musk voiced support for NVIDIA chief executive Jensen Huang after a report alleged that a woman close to him had links to Chinese intelligence. NVIDIA’s board has launched an independent investigation, while the company says Huang will remain in his role and China’s Foreign Ministry has dismissed the espionage claims as baseless.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:40 WIB
Video: Puan Discusses Asset Confiscation and Alleged Presidential Bugging
DPR Speaker Puan Maharani said the House will examine follow-up measures concerning the alleged bugging of the President, including whether rules should be tightened to prevent a recurrence. She also urged the public not to speculate about reports that Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka may resign.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:39 WIB
Gibran Asks Prabowo for Time to Prove Validity of His Diploma Through Administrative Court
Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has asked President Prabowo Subianto for time to establish the validity of the education documents required for his candidacy, which have been disputed. He plans to pursue the matter through the Administrative Court (PTUN), and reportedly also expressed an intention to resign amid developments related to rulings by the Constitutional Court and Supreme Court.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:39 WIB
Indonesia’s Deputy Minister condemns same-sex couple’s act at Women’s March
Religious Affairs Deputy Minister Syafi’i condemned an act by a same-sex couple at the Women’s March, saying it conflicted with religious values and social norms while cautioning that government concern must not justify violence or persecution. He said the ministry is preparing educational materials on preventing the spread of LGBT culture for religious education institutions across six faiths, alongside broader guidance involving religious instructors, leaders and families.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:39 WIB
Kemendes: Indonesia’s Cultural Diversity Is an Asset for Developing Local Film
The Ministry of Villages and Development of Disadvantaged Regions says Indonesia’s cultural and natural diversity offers a rich source of stories for local films and could boost village economies. It cited the success of *Laskar Pelangi*, which raised Belitung’s profile as a tourist destination, and noted that Indonesian film audiences have grown from 58 million in 2022 to 82 million.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:39 WIB
Palace: Vice-President Gibran told Prabowo he intended to resign
State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi said Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka told President Prabowo Subianto during a meeting that he intended to resign amid unfolding political developments. Prasetyo denied reports that Prabowo rejected the idea, saying the president instead offered advice; Gibran also sought time to prove the validity of his documents through proceedings at the State Administrative Court.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:39 WIB
Iran Is Using the Strait of Hormuz to Pressure Adversaries and Influence Global Trade
Iran’s threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz are raising risks and costs for commercial vessels, even as traffic has begun to recover from steep wartime declines. Energy exports have partly rebounded, but refined petroleum and LNG shipments remain disrupted, while tanker freight rates have surged; analysts say lasting relief depends on ending the war and securing a durable agreement.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:38 WIB
Prabowo to Award National Hero Titles to 19 Figures, Including General Hoegeng
President Prabowo Subianto is set to confer National Hero titles on 19 figures from different regions and professional backgrounds in a ceremony marking Heroes’ Day. The list includes former National Police chief Hoegeng Iman Santoso, as well as Ali Sastroamidjojo and General Muhammad Jusuf; officials say the selections followed a lengthy, tiered review process.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:37 WIB
Indonesia balances digital learning with conventional school tools
Education Minister Sugiono said reliance on gadgets may displace children’s fine motor skills, and argued that books and conventional writing tools can support motor and cognitive development, imagination and literacy. A government programme with a Rp781.7 billion budget aims to equip 147,743 elementary schools, reaching more than eight million pupils; it has so far covered 97.3 per cent of its target.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:37 WIB
Luhut’s Blunt Response to Gibran Impeachment Calls: ‘Do We Want to Drag the Country into Constant Infighting?’
Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan has warned that attempts to impeach Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka could trigger a broader legitimacy crisis, arguing that Gibran’s candidacy had passed legal verification. His remarks come as an MP says a motion to express an opinion—potentially a constitutional first step towards impeachment—has gained more than 25 signatures across party factions.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:36 WIB
Gibran Tells Prabowo He Intends to Resign
Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka told President Prabowo Subianto that he intended to resign amid developments related to decisions by Indonesia’s Constitutional Court and Supreme Court, according to State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi. Prasetyo said Prabowo did not reject the idea; Gibran also asked for time to establish the validity of his education documents through the administrative court process.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:35 WIB
Central Java DPRD Promotes Coastal Protection Through Mangrove Planting
Central Java officials and the Indonesian Farmers’ Harmony Association (HKTI) have planted mangroves and other coastal vegetation as part of efforts to curb erosion and support coastal livelihoods. Governor Ahmad Luthfi said the province’s nearly 720-kilometre northern coastline faces erosion and land subsidence, and stressed that planted mangroves must be monitored and maintained to survive.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:35 WIB
Pertamina Showcases Success in Turning Used Cooking Oil into Aviation Fuel
Pertamina says it is collecting used cooking oil through community cooperatives and a government nutrition programme to supply feedstock for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Its Cilacap refinery is already co-processing the oil, while a new green refinery there is planned to produce about 185,000 kilolitres of blended SAF annually from 2029; the company is also considering a facility at Plaju.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:34 WIB
HIPKA Urges Faster Development of Tanjung Carat Port to Boost South Sumatra’s Exports
HIPKA is urging the government to accelerate development of Tanjung Carat Port, alongside connecting roads and sea access, to strengthen logistics and expand South Sumatra’s export capacity. The article also notes concerns that interprovincial rice shipments are putting pressure on local rice prices.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:33 WIB
Bank Mantap Uses Movin to Help Pensioners Go Digital
Bank Mandiri Taspen (Bank Mantap) is promoting digital access among pensioners through its Movin app, including a feature that lets customers verify their eligibility to receive pension payments without travelling to a branch. The bank says it is strengthening cybersecurity and adapting branches with health clinics and facilities suited to older customers.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:33 WIB
PASTI Task Force Shuts Down 16 Entities Suspected of Investment Fraud: The List
Indonesia’s Illegal Financial Activities Eradication Task Force (Satgas PASTI) has halted 16 entities suspected of running investment scams and blocked access to related applications and websites. The entities allegedly used schemes including task-based earnings, deposits and recruitment, or offered investments in financial instruments without the required Indonesian legal status and regulatory authorisation; the task force says it will coordinate with law enforcement.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:32 WIB
Prabowo Did Not Reject Gibran’s Intention to Resign
State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi said President Prabowo Subianto did not reject Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s stated intention to resign amid developments surrounding Constitutional Court and Supreme Court decisions. Prasetyo said Prabowo offered advice, while Gibran asked for time to establish the validity of his documents through the State Administrative Court (PTUN) process.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:32 WIB
IKJ students use monologues and graffiti in protest at Parliament
Students from the Jakarta Institute of the Arts (IKJ) staged monologues and visual-art performances outside the Indonesian House of Representatives on Heroes’ Day to express their views. Around 100 students registered for the demonstration, using artistic forms to convey criticism and aspirations about social issues and public policy.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:31 WIB
Bandung City Government to Hold Investment Summit to Boost Investment
Bandung’s investment and one-stop services agency will hold the Bandung Investment Summit on 2 December 2026 to connect the city government with prospective investors and promote local opportunities. Investment reached Rp9.4 trillion by the third quarter, against a full-year target of Rp12 trillion, with domestic investment accounting for Rp8.1 trillion and foreign investment Rp1.3 trillion.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:30 WIB
Nvidia CEO to Remain in Post Amid Claims of ‘Close Ties’ to Chinese Intelligence
Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang says he will continue leading the company despite reports that a Chinese business executive in his close circle supplied information to entities linked to Beijing. China’s Foreign Ministry rejected the espionage allegations as baseless and defamatory.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:30 WIB
Gibran Meets Prabowo to Convey Intention to Resign as Vice-President
State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi says Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka told President Prabowo Subianto he intended to resign during a meeting lasting about two and a half hours. Prasetyo linked Gibran’s position to political developments following decisions by the Constitutional Court and Supreme Court.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:30 WIB
OJK Uncovers AI-Driven Investment Scams, from Shares to Crypto
Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) says its task force has shut down 16 entities suspected of conducting illegal financial activities, including deposit-and-task schemes, fraudulent share and crypto offers, and impersonation of licensed firms. The regulator says some operators used artificial intelligence and public figures to lend credibility to their pitches, and has blocked related apps and websites while urging victims to report the scams.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:30 WIB
Peak of the Rainy Season Forecast to Last Three Months
Indonesia’s rainy-season peak is forecast to run from December 2026 to February 2027, after the season began 20–30 days later than usual. BMKG is coordinating with disaster-management and government agencies on early warnings, risk mapping and weather-modification operations to reduce the threat of extreme rainfall, floods and landslides.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:29 WIB
Medan City Government prepares site to accelerate waste-to-energy project
Medan is preparing the land for a waste-to-energy facility, now undergoing filling and ground hardening before construction proceeds in coordination with the central government. The project is expected to be completed in 2028, process 700 tonnes of waste and receive waste from both Medan and Deli Serdang.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:28 WIB
Khofifah urges the public to continue the heroes’ struggle through their professions
East Java Governor Khofifah Indar Parawansa urged people to honour the country’s heroes by contributing through their respective professions. She also stressed that unity, brotherhood and integrity are essential to safeguarding Indonesia’s national cohesion.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:28 WIB
Gibran Asks Prabowo for Chance to Prove the Validity of His Diploma Documents
Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka asked President Prabowo Subianto for an opportunity to prove the validity of documents relating to the controversy over his diploma through the State Administrative Court. The meeting also addressed Gibran’s reported intention to resign, which the Presidential Secretary said Prabowo had not rejected.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:27 WIB
East Java BKSDA Rescues Barn Owl Unable to Fly in Tulungagung
East Java’s Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BBKSDA) has rescued a weak barn owl found unable to fly on a road in Tulungagung. The bird will receive intensive care at the agency’s Wildlife Rescue Unit and is expected to be released back into its natural habitat once it has recovered.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:26 WIB
Lumajang Disaster Agency Urges Climbers to Use Official Routes and Avoid Mount Semeru’s Danger Zone
Lumajang’s disaster management agency has urged climbers to follow official routes and observe danger-zone restrictions as a search continues for two missing hikers. Mount Semeru remains at Alert Level III, and its climbing route has been closed since a forest fire in August 2026; authorities say the missing pair entered illegally.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:26 WIB
KAI Commuter optimises 89 trainsets to operate 1,065 daily services
KAI Commuter is deploying 89 trainsets for 1,065 daily services as ridership across Greater Jakarta continues to rise. Ridership reached 303.8 million in January–October 2026, up 5.74 per cent year on year, while further trainsets are due to enter service from December 2026 and new procurement is planned.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:25 WIB
Forestry Ministry Strengthens Indonesia–Japan Cooperation on Forest Carbon
Indonesia and Japan are expanding cooperation under the Joint Crediting Mechanism to develop high-integrity forest carbon projects that support climate action and local economic growth. Indonesia has outlined commitments covering restoration of 12 million hectares, forest protection across 50 million hectares, social forestry and customary forests, while seeking to include peatland and mangrove projects and attract Japanese demand for carbon credits.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:25 WIB
Gibran Urged to Resign as Vice-President
Several Indonesian MPs have urged Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka to resign, with one warning that he could otherwise face impeachment by the House of Representatives. They cite court rulings concerning the equivalence of his high-school certificate and argue that resignation could provide legal certainty and help preserve political stability.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:25 WIB
Meet Megaspeed, the Alleged Gateway for Chinese Spies into Nvidia
Singapore-based cloud computing firm Megaspeed is under scrutiny in the United States over allegations that it helped Chinese entities gain access to advanced Nvidia AI chips restricted from export to China. The case has also prompted a Singapore police investigation and renewed attention to “Singapore-washing”, while Singapore denies reports that Alice Huang is being specifically investigated for espionage.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:24 WIB
Former Dompu Police Chief Found to Have Impregnated Detainee, Planned Abortion
A police ethics panel has dismissed Ipda Sarbani after finding that he had sexual relations with a female detainee and planned to terminate her pregnancy. The case raises serious concerns about abuse of authority and misconduct inside a police station, where the encounters reportedly took place.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:23 WIB
KAI offers 30% discount on commercial economy-class trains over Christmas and New Year
PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) is offering a 30% fare discount on commercial economy-class services for the 2026/2027 Christmas and New Year travel period, with bookings having opened on 7 November. The government has allocated Rp883 billion for transport discounts across four modes, aiming to support economic growth during the holiday period, when domestic consumption and mobility typically rise.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:22 WIB
RM of BTS’s Lifestyle Inspires a Stanford Course
Stanford is offering an undergraduate psychology seminar inspired by RM’s healthy routines and the fan-coined concept of “Namjooning”. The course examines well-being through scientific research, covering topics from sleep and anxiety to nutrition and psychotherapy, while reflecting the wider cultural influence of the BTS leader.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:22 WIB
Palace: It Is Not True That Prabowo Rejected Gibran’s Intention to Resign
State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi said Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka had told President Prabowo Subianto he was considering resigning. Prasetyo denied reports that Prabowo rejected the idea, saying the President offered advice while Gibran sought time to establish the validity of his education documents through the State Administrative Court.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:22 WIB
BNPB: Residents Evacuated after Strong Winds Hit Cepu, Blora
Strong winds damaged 16 homes in Blora, Central Java, leaving nine families to seek shelter with nearby relatives. BNPB says ten houses were severely damaged and six sustained moderate damage, while local teams continue assessing the impact and clearing debris.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:22 WIB
Breaking News: Vice-President Gibran Offers to Resign to Prabowo
Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has reportedly expressed his intention to resign to President Prabowo Subianto, according to State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi. The announcement followed a meeting between the two that lasted around two and a half hours, amid developments relating to decisions by the Constitutional Court and Supreme Court.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:21 WIB
Video: Bank Aladin Partners with Minimarkets and SMEs to Grow Its Islamic Banking Business
Bank Aladin Syariah says it is strengthening its business ecosystem through partnerships with minimarkets to support digital financial transactions and broaden access to Islamic banking. Its president director outlined three priorities for developing the sector, as regulators seek to raise Islamic banks’ market share from about 8% to 20%.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:20 WIB
BYD Sees Opportunity to Expand into Renewable Energy
BYD Motor Indonesia says it may broaden its business into energy storage and renewable energy as it develops an integrated electric-vehicle and charging ecosystem in Indonesia. The company is currently focusing on energy utilisation, while noting that stable government policy, infrastructure readiness and public awareness will be important to wider EV adoption.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:20 WIB
Eramet to Sell Stake in Weda Bay Nickel Mine in North Maluku
French mining group Eramet is pursuing the sale of a significant minority stake in PT Weda Bay Nickel as part of efforts to reduce group debt, although it has not disclosed the prospective buyer or the size of the stake. The mine, one of Indonesia’s largest nickel operations, supplies ore to processing facilities in the Indonesia Weda Bay Industrial Park and produces materials for stainless steel and electric-vehicle batteries.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:20 WIB
UNIFIL report says Israel will maintain its position in southern Lebanon
UNIFIL has reported continued Israeli military activity across its area of operations in southern Lebanon, including air strikes, artillery fire and restrictions on movement. The findings come amid concerns about security in the region after the UN peacekeeping mission is due to end on 31 December 2026.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:19 WIB
Indonesia and Japan strengthen forestry carbon cooperation at COP31
Indonesia and Japan are expanding forestry carbon cooperation through the Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM), with an emphasis on high-integrity projects, ecosystem restoration and community welfare. Indonesia is also seeking to include peatland and mangrove ecosystems in the partnership, alongside carbon initiatives spanning millions of hectares.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:18 WIB
Gibran Submits Resignation to Prabowo
Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka reportedly told President Prabowo Subianto he intended to resign amid political fallout from court rulings over the validity of his education documents. The State Secretary said Prabowo did not reject the proposal, while Gibran asked for time to prove the documents’ validity through the Administrative Court; MPs from six factions are pressing to pursue a parliamentary right of opinion.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:18 WIB
Industry Minister: Exemption from Odd-Even Traffic Rules Could Boost Interest in Low-Emission Cars
Automotive industry players are urging the government to exempt low-emission vehicles from odd-even traffic restrictions, saying the non-fiscal incentive could encourage wider adoption. Industry Minister Muhammad Sarmuji noted that Jakarta currently grants the exemption only to electric vehicles, while hybrid incentives are subject to local-content and investment requirements.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:17 WIB
IHAF teams up with Hungarian coach for horseback archery
Indonesia’s National Federation for Horseback Archery has brought in Hungarian coach Christoph Nemethy to support the sport’s long-term development, with an immediate goal of strong results at the 2028 National Sports Week (PON). The training camp also serves as sports diplomacy with Hungary and is intended to help local artisans improve their products to international standards.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:17 WIB
KAI Prepares Capacity for 50.36 Million Passengers for the 2026/2027 Christmas and New Year Travel Period
KAI Group is preparing capacity for 50.36 million passengers and 41,308 train services during the 18-day Christmas and New Year period, with additional daily trains and expanded route options. Preparations also include discounted economy tickets and 1,156 extra infrastructure staff focused on safe and reliable operations.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:17 WIB
Cilacap Regent Syamsul Sentenced to Five Years in Extortion Case Involving Subordinates
A court in Semarang sentenced suspended Cilacap Regent Syamsul Aulia Rachman to five years in prison for corruption committed jointly with suspended regional secretary Sadmoko Danardono. Syamsul must also pay a Rp568 million restitution order and a Rp250 million fine; Sadmoko received a four-year sentence and a Rp200 million fine.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 15:16 WIB
Gibran Met Prabowo This Morning and Said He Intended to Resign
Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka told President Prabowo Subianto he intended to resign amid political tensions following court rulings concerning his education credentials. State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi said Prabowo did not reject the proposal, while pressure for Gibran to step down or face impeachment has grown, with some MPs backing a motion to exercise the right to state an opinion.