Archive: 10 November 2026
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Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:28 WIB
President Says It Is Harder to Struggle Against One’s Own People
A 1961 speech by Indonesia’s first president, Sukarno, underscored that winning independence was only the beginning: national unity was essential to the country’s goals. He urged nationalists, religious groups and communists to unite, particularly in support of Indonesia’s effort to regain West Irian from Dutch control.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:28 WIB
Junaedi Saibih Seeks Rp100.2 Billion in Compensation; Attorney General’s Office Ready to Respond
Advocate Junaedi Saibih has filed a pre-trial application seeking restoration of his good name and Rp100.2 billion in compensation after being acquitted in a case involving alleged obstruction of corruption investigations. The Attorney General’s Office says it is prepared to face the claim, while noting that the court will determine whether it proceeds through pre-trial proceedings or a civil case.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:27 WIB
MSI Riau Urges Young People to Emulate the Struggles of National Heroes
The Indonesian Historical Society (MSI) in the Riau Islands is urging young people to learn about and draw inspiration from the region’s three national heroes. It says many youths confuse Raja Ali Haji with Raja Haji Fisabilillah and recommends using digital platforms to make local history more accessible.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:26 WIB
Hanura Urges Gibran to Resign, Saying It Would Be More Dignified Than Impeachment
Hanura deputy chairman Patrice Rio Capella has urged Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka to resign, arguing that a voluntary departure would be more honourable and would avoid a divisive impeachment process. The call follows a Supreme Court ruling that declared invalid a 2019 education-equivalency certificate issued for Gibran by the education ministry.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:26 WIB
EU Welcomes Stronger Maritime Cooperation Between Romania, Bulgaria and Türkiye
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed closer maritime cooperation between Romania, Bulgaria and Türkiye and urged the swift activation of the Black Sea Maritime Security Hub. She announced €10 million in additional support for Romanian search-and-rescue operations, while reiterating EU backing for Ukraine and stressing that meaningful talks on European security architecture must follow a ceasefire.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:26 WIB
Mining Permit Expired in 2014; Nickel Company Controlled by Arif Kurniawan Named Suspect by Attorney General’s Office
Indonesia’s Attorney General’s Office has named PT Bumi Sentosa Jaya (BSJ) a corporate suspect in an alleged nickel-mining governance case in Southeast Sulawesi covering 2013–2025. Investigators say the company continued mining after its permit expired in 2014, and are continuing to examine whether other parties, including directors, may be criminally liable.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:25 WIB
Why a Babarsari ‘Tough Guy’ Was Arrested After Attacking Police in Sleman
A 27-year-old man has been named a suspect after allegedly chasing police with a machete in Babarsari, Sleman, following a complaint about loud music. Police say a patrol car’s wing mirror and a nearby shop display case were damaged; the suspect faces a charge under Indonesia’s 2023 Criminal Code for possessing a stabbing weapon unlawfully.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:25 WIB
OJK Continues Capital Market Reforms Ahead of MSCI Rebalancing
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) says it and other regulators are continuing broad reforms to Indonesia’s capital-market governance ahead of MSCI’s November 2026 index review. OJK says the changes are aimed at preventing stock manipulation and are being coordinated with global index providers, while urging investors to assess the market in light of economic fundamentals and companies’ recent growth.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:25 WIB
J&T Cargo Enhances Delivery Convenience with Free Pickup
J&T Cargo is offering a free pickup service so sellers can send large and heavy goods without taking them to a drop-off point. The company says the service is intended to save sellers time and effort while supporting more efficient business operations, and is promoting it through the #BiarKamiAngkut campaign.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:25 WIB
Batam Cooperatives Office Says 24 Merah Putih Cooperative Buildings Are 100% Complete
Batam’s Cooperatives and Micro-enterprises Office says 24 of 42 Merah Putih village and urban ward cooperative outlets had been fully built by October 2026, while work continues at the remaining 18 sites. Supporting facilities and equipment are still being delivered, and the outlets’ opening schedule remains uncertain as the city awaits confirmation from state-owned Agrinas.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:25 WIB
Gibran’s Status in the Spotlight as Parliament Considers Inquiry and Impeachment
Deputy President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s education documents have become the focus of renewed parliamentary scrutiny, with an inquiry committee and a formal statement of opinion among the mechanisms being discussed. Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra says the government will not interfere in Parliament’s authority, while outlining the implications of recent Constitutional Court and Supreme Court rulings.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:24 WIB
Three Paradoxes of Natural Wealth: The Unfinished Business of Reform
Twenty-eight years after Reformasi, Indonesia’s constitutional promise that natural resources serve public prosperity remains at odds with coal dependence, contested downstreaming policies and the influence of oligarchic interests. The article argues that resolving these contradictions requires clear legal and political choices, meaningful public participation, technology transfer and environmental protections.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:24 WIB
Heroes’ Day: National Police Chief Urges Officers to Emulate Hoegeng’s Integrity
National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto urged officers to follow the honesty and integrity of former police chief Hoegeng Iman Santoso during a Heroes’ Day visit to his grave in Bogor Regency. He said Hoegeng’s legacy was his good name, and stressed that police authority must be matched by responsibility and upheld through honest conduct.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:23 WIB
Defence Ministry commits to creating a transparent financial management system
Indonesia’s Defence Ministry is working with the Audit Board of Indonesia (BPK) to promote transparency in the management of state funds. An interim audit of the ministry’s 2026 financial statements and a performance audit covering the second half of 2026 are intended to strengthen accountability and ensure defence budgets are used appropriately.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:23 WIB
Bulog Considers Delaying Rice Exports in Preparation for a Prolonged Dry Season
Perum Bulog is weighing a delay or cut to rice exports if a prolonged El Niño threatens domestic production, saying national reserves must take priority. Its stocks stood at 4.59 million tonnes on 10 November 2026, and the state logistics company says it will consult the National Food Agency and export destinations before deciding.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:22 WIB
Coordinating Minister Urges Primary School Pupils Not to Fear Making Mistakes While Learning
Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Sugiono has encouraged primary school pupils to treat mistakes as part of learning and an opportunity to improve. Speaking during the distribution of learning materials in Tangerang, he urged pupils to use the supplies to develop their writing, thinking and creativity, and to grow into healthy, intelligent and happy young people who love Indonesia.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:20 WIB
Indonesia and Its Peers: Surrounded by Sea, Yet Port Investment Remains Low
ADB estimates ASEAN will need US$2.5 trillion for transport infrastructure by 2040, with ports attracting far less investment than roads, railways and airports. The report says the modest growth in port needs is striking for a region heavily reliant on maritime transport, particularly as shipping-route disruptions pose growing economic risks.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:19 WIB
Deadline for 2027 Mining Work Plans Set for 15 November
Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry has set 15 November 2026 as the deadline for mining companies to submit their 2027 work plans and budgets, requiring all applications and supporting documents to be filed digitally through MinerbaOne. The government warns that late or missing submissions may draw administrative sanctions, while wider plans to curb coal and nickel output aim to address oversupply, support prices and preserve finite mineral resources.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:18 WIB
BI Survey Finds Retail Sales Slowed in September 2026
Bank Indonesia’s Real Sales Index rose 0.6 per cent year on year in September 2026, down from 1.3 per cent in August, while monthly sales contracted by 3.1 per cent. The central bank expects growth to recover to 1.0 per cent year on year in October, although its survey points to stronger inflation expectations for December 2026 and March 2027.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:18 WIB
How Xi Jinping Is Steering the Green Transition in Global Climate Action
China under President Xi Jinping has combined domestic environmental policies and clean-technology investment with pledges and cooperation aimed at addressing climate change. The article highlights China’s energy-efficiency gains, expanding renewable and electric-vehicle industries, and climate commitments, while presenting Xi’s call for fairer international cooperation and greater support for developing countries.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:17 WIB
BSI Offers Returns of Up to 7.2% Through Sustainable Sukuk Issuance
Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) received orders of about Rp 5.1 trillion for its latest sustainable sukuk, 2.5 times its Rp 2 trillion target, with indicative returns of up to 7.2%. Proceeds will finance environmentally and socially oriented business activities, as the bank seeks to diversify funding and reports continued growth in deposits, financing and profit.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:17 WIB
What Is the DPR’s Right to Express an Opinion? Could It Lead to Impeachment?
Around 30 members of Indonesia’s House of Representatives (DPR) from several factions have reportedly signed a proposal to exercise the legislature’s right to express an opinion over Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s educational qualifications. The article explains the legal thresholds and process, including how a finding of wrongdoing could be referred to the Constitutional Court and potentially lead to an impeachment proposal before the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR).
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:17 WIB
Baznas Empowers Aceh Cocoa Farmers Through Fermentation Based on Customary Law
Baznas is supporting farmers in Pidie, Aceh, to produce premium fermented cocoa under communal quality-control rules rooted in local customary law. The programme aims to raise farmers’ incomes and connect them with national premium chocolate buyers, while using zakat to help beneficiaries achieve economic independence.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:16 WIB
Meta brings Muse AI agent to Apple Watch
Meta has updated its Muse AI agent on iOS to add official support for Apple Watch, enabling users to interact with the service directly from their smartwatch. The watch app supports text messaging, voice-dictated commands and calls, extending Muse’s role as a personal assistant across Meta’s platforms.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:15 WIB
Baznas Offers Free Circumcision Services for Underprivileged Children in Parigi Moutong
Baznas, through its Rumah Sehat Baznas programme, has provided free circumcision services to children from low-income families in Parigi Moutong, Central Sulawesi, ahead of Heroes’ Day. The initiative uses zakat, infaq and sedekah funds to help families access healthcare without financial hardship.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:15 WIB
BRIN launches Rumah Inovasi Indonesia, an integrated ecosystem for home-grown innovation
Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has launched Rumah Inovasi Indonesia (RII), a one-stop service to connect research breakthroughs with intellectual-property support, licensing, incubation and business funding. The initiative aims to speed up the commercialisation of research from BRIN and universities, strengthen links with industry and bring Indonesian innovations to wider markets.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:15 WIB
Attorney General’s Office Raids Six More Locations in Illegal Nickel Case in Southeast Sulawesi
Indonesia’s Attorney General’s Office has searched six company locations as part of a corruption investigation into nickel mining governance in Southeast Sulawesi between 2013 and 2025. The investigation has named PT Bumi Sentosa Jaya as a corporate suspect over alleged mining after its permit expired in 2014, and is examining suspected bribes to public officials involved in licensing, production and distribution oversight.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:15 WIB
Jetour T-Series put to the test on urban roads
Jetour Indonesia invited media to test-drive its T1 and T2 SUVs on Jakarta’s narrow streets, steep roads and challenging surfaces, showcasing manoeuvring and driver-assistance features. The event also highlighted the range’s petrol and hybrid i-DM powertrains, including their electric-only ranges and combined driving distances.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:15 WIB
Mark Your Calendar: Deadline for 2027 Mining RKAB Submissions Is 15 November
The Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry has set 15 November 2026 as the deadline for mining companies to submit their 2027 Work Plans and Budgets (RKAB), entirely through the MinerbaOne e-RKAB portal. The government warns that late or missing submissions may draw administrative sanctions, while also signalling plans to curb coal and nickel production to address oversupply, weak prices and pressure on state revenues.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:14 WIB
Indonesia’s Vice-President Resigns After Falling Out of Step with the President
Mohammad Hatta resigned as Indonesia’s vice-president on 1 December 1956 after growing differences with President Sukarno, particularly over Guided Democracy and the direction of government. The article traces Hatta’s criticism of centralised rule, corruption and economic mismanagement, while noting that his commitment to public welfare and national unity endured despite political differences with Sukarno.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:14 WIB
DPR Speaker: Illegal Wiretapping Must Not Happen Again
DPR Speaker Puan Maharani has called for a thorough follow-up to the police investigation into alleged illegal wiretapping by several senior police officers, warning that such incidents must not recur. The House’s relevant commission will seek an explanation and consider whether rules or legislation need to be tightened.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:12 WIB
Kimia Farma strengthens TB elimination efforts and Indonesia’s health resilience
Kimia Farma says it is stepping up support for Indonesia’s tuberculosis elimination agenda through strategic partnerships and stronger domestic pharmaceutical capabilities. Its participation in a Stop TB Partnership meeting in Bali also formed part of wider discussions on financing, innovation and improving access to TB prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:12 WIB
Pipe Art Exhibition 2026 at TIM Jakarta Showcases a Range of Art Installations Made from PVC Pipes
Vinilon Group’s third Pipe Art Exhibition, held at Taman Ismail Marzuki in Jakarta from 28 October to 8 November 2026, presented artworks made using its PVC pipes and fittings. The event builds on the Pipe Art Competition and aims to encourage creative collaboration between industry, art and design while showcasing new uses for everyday construction materials.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:12 WIB
Banten Manpower Agency Awaits Implementing Rules for Worker Protection Law
Banten’s Manpower and Transmigration Agency is awaiting government regulations or ministerial rules to implement the newly enacted Worker Protection Law. The law, comprising 313 articles, covers employment rights and protections across the working life, and officials say effective implementation should support fairer industrial relations and legal certainty.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:12 WIB
The One-Ticket Myth
The article argues that the constitutional removal of a vice-president does not automatically require the president to leave office, despite their joint election on a single ticket. It cites Articles 7A, 7B and 8(2) of Indonesia’s 1945 Constitution, which provide for separate removal proceedings and the election of a replacement vice-president.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:12 WIB
PKS Lawmaker Displays Poster After Plenary Session: ‘Gibran Must Resign or Be Removed’
PKS lawmaker Yanuar Arif displayed a poster calling for Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka to resign or be removed after a parliamentary plenary session, saying he was voicing public aspirations because members had no opportunity to make an intervention. Arif also said he had signed the constitutional motion-rights process concerning the controversy over Gibran’s diploma, and that 12 PKS members had signed it.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:11 WIB
Jakarta Governor Urges Peaceful Rallies on Heroes Day
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo urged demonstrators to keep Heroes Day rallies peaceful and avoid damaging public facilities, while expressing hope that the government would hear their concerns. Police said they were preparing to secure 74 demonstrations among 83 scheduled public activities across Jakarta and nearby areas, with an estimated 2,500–2,700 participants.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:10 WIB
Nusa Penida Tourism Operators Urge Visitors to Plan Routes and Prioritise Safety
Tourism operators in Nusa Penida are urging visitors to plan itineraries around the island’s hilly roads, long distances between attractions and changing weather and sea conditions. They also encourage the use of local drivers and reputable marine-tour operators, while reminding visitors to protect the environment and respect local culture.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:10 WIB
ChinaMarket invites global buying delegations to Linyi
ChinaMarket is inviting business associations, chambers of commerce and purchasing groups in Southeast and Central Asia, including Indonesia, to organise sourcing visits to Linyi, a major Chinese wholesale hub. The company says it will assist with supplier matching, market and factory visits, sourcing and trade services, aiming to strengthen procurement links and bilateral trade.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:10 WIB
National Police Chief Visits Officer Injured in Hit-and-Run on Rangkasbitung Toll Road, Says: ‘May You Recover’
National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto visited a Banten Highway Patrol officer being treated after a hit-and-run on the Rangkasbitung-Panimbang Toll Road, offering his support and prayers for the officer’s recovery. Two officers were injured after reportedly confronting a Toyota Avanza stopped on the road’s shoulder; police said the incident occurred during a routine patrol on 1 November.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:10 WIB
Data Centres Face Opposition Everywhere as President Warns of the Dangers
Donald Trump has warned that tighter US restrictions on data-centre construction could push developers towards China, as lawmakers debate an energy bill amid public anger over rising electricity costs. The proposed legislation would speed up power-plant permits and make large data-centre operators pay for grid upgrades, but faces criticism over environmental safeguards and uncertain prospects in Congress.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:09 WIB
Two Groups Hold Protests Outside DPR/MPR Building
Two groups staged demonstrations outside Jakarta’s DPR/MPR building on Tuesday. One alliance of part-time technical government-contract workers called for a written commitment to convert all part-time PPPK employees to full-time status, while the second group also delivered speeches under police supervision.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:09 WIB
Village Ministry urges local governments to establish websites to promote accountability
The Ministry of Villages and Development of Disadvantaged Regions says village websites can strengthen accountability by making accurate, up-to-date information and services accessible to residents. It is encouraging villages to develop useful, secure websites through the 2027 National Village Website Competition, with registration opening in November 2026.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:08 WIB
Chinese EV makers step up local production ahead of 60% local-content requirement
Wuling says five of its electric vehicle models have already reached Indonesia’s 60% domestic-content threshold, while BYD is expanding manufacturing and local supplier partnerships. The requirement, set out under Presidential Regulation No. 79 of 2023, rises to 60% in 2027 and 80% from 2030, encouraging greater localisation of production and supply chains.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:08 WIB
BKSDA to Install Camera Traps to Monitor Flock of Livestock-Killing Dogs in Rongkop
The Yogyakarta Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA) will install camera traps in Bohol, Gunungkidul, to document the movement and behaviour of dogs suspected of attacking livestock. The incidents have troubled local farmers since 2017, and the agency says the animals are ordinary feral dogs rather than the endangered dhole or a wolf.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:07 WIB
Banda Aceh Customs Seize 14,000 Illegal Cigarettes in Market Operation in Pidie Regency
Banda Aceh Customs and Pidie Regency’s Civil Service Police seized 14,000 illegal cigarettes during a market operation, preventing an estimated Rp24 million in lost state revenue. The operation also aimed to educate traders and residents, as authorities called for stronger inter-agency and public cooperation to curb illegal cigarette sales.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:06 WIB
White House Barricades Breached; Secret Service Arrests Two People
The Secret Service arrested two people after separate incidents near Lafayette Square, one involving a car crashing into a marker and another in which a person climbed over a White House barricade. Authorities said both suspects were taken into custody and the incidents are under investigation; the arrests came days after an armed Venezuelan man was detained outside the White House after allegedly expressing an intent to kill President Donald Trump.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:06 WIB
Democratic Party Faction Awaits AHY’s Direction on Proposal for Right to Express an Opinion over Gibran’s Diploma Controversy
The Democratic Party has yet to decide whether to support a parliamentary move to exercise the right to express an opinion over the controversy surrounding Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s diploma, and is awaiting direction from party chairman Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono and the party’s high council. Secretary-General Herman Khaeron said any proposal must follow parliamentary procedures, while a House of Representatives commission member noted that the Supreme Court’s ruling had added to debate already under way over a Constitutional Court decision.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:06 WIB
KPK Summons Private-Sector Figure and Transport Ministry Civil Servant in Four-Port Case
Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has summoned a private-sector figure and a civil servant from the Ministry of Transportation as witnesses in an alleged corruption case involving shipping-channel dredging projects at four ports. The investigation covers projects carried out between 2013 and 2017 at ports in Central Java, East Kalimantan, Bali and South Kalimantan.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:06 WIB
Foreign Investors Snap Up Shares as the JCI Faces an MSCI Test
The Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) rose as foreign investors returned as net buyers ahead of MSCI’s index review announcement on 11 November, although analysts warned that uncertainty could trigger a correction. BNI Sekuritas said the index could test 5,150, while gains in US equities provided support; the JCI was up 1.31% at 5,140.02 in mid-morning trading on 10 November.