Archive: 10 November 2026
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Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 10:01 WIB
Pramono Urges Orderly Demonstrations in Jakarta Today and Warns Against Damage to Public Facilities
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung urged demonstrators to express their views peacefully and avoid damaging public facilities, saying the government would listen to their demands. Police said 74 public-protest activities were scheduled across Jakarta on 10 November, with the largest concentration in Central Jakarta, while offices and schools were expected to operate normally.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 10:00 WIB
BKPM Applies Deemed Approval to 287 Licensing Processes to Reduce Investment Barriers
Indonesia’s Investment and Downstreaming Ministry has applied a deemed-approval mechanism to 287 of roughly 560 business licensing processes, providing a deadline for decisions when applicants have met all requirements. BKPM is also expanding regional investment desks to resolve bottlenecks, with the initiative expected to help drive investment realisation of up to Rp100 trillion.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 10:00 WIB
Tapping the Tappers: Regulating and Overseeing Surveillance Technology in Indonesia
An alleged illegal wiretapping case involving senior Indonesian police figures has renewed scrutiny of the country’s fragmented legal framework and weak oversight of surveillance powers. The article argues that a dedicated wiretapping law must provide independent authorisation, technical safeguards, transparent procurement and remedies for rights violations, rather than merely formalising existing practices.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 10:00 WIB
Food and Beverage Giant Plans Mass Lay-offs, with 1,000 Workers to Go
PepsiCo plans to cut about 1,000 jobs as it seeks to streamline operations and revive sales in North America, where its domestic performance has come under pressure. The move follows a downgrade to its full-year profit outlook and weak third-quarter sales volumes, while earlier price cuts and increased marketing spending have yet to deliver a rapid recovery.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:59 WIB
Worshippers Injured in Mosque Attack; PBNU Rais Syuriah Urges Police to Establish Motive
Three worshippers were seriously injured when a man attacked them during dawn prayers at a mosque in East Jakarta, where police also found weapons and materials suspected of having been prepared for the assault. PBNU’s Rais Syuriah, Gus Fahrur, condemned the attack and called for a thorough, transparent investigation, while urging the public not to speculate or become suspicious of one another.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:59 WIB
JCI Expected to Extend Gains as Investors Watch US Inflation
Indonesia’s benchmark Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) is expected to test the 5,100–5,200 range, supported by bullish technical signals, as investors await US inflation data that could influence the Federal Reserve’s next move. Stronger Indonesian consumer confidence and rising vehicle sales also offer domestic support, although growth in automotive sales has slowed.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:59 WIB
Hendropriyono Pays His Respects at Panda Nababan’s Funeral Home: Farewell, My Friend
Retired general AM Hendropriyono paid tribute to senior PDI-P politician Panda Nababan, recalling how Nababan’s account of meeting Raymond Westerling in the Netherlands sparked his interest in international terrorism cases. Nababan died at his home in South Tangerang on Monday and is due to be buried in Siborong-borong, North Sumatra, in a traditional Batak ceremony.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:58 WIB
Assessing the Domino Effect of the MSCI Threat
The article argues that MSCI’s threat to downgrade Indonesia from emerging-market to standalone-market status could trigger foreign capital outflows, weaken the rupiah and slow long-term economic growth. It urges the Indonesia Stock Exchange and the Financial Services Authority to improve free-float rules, ownership transparency and enforcement to restore market efficiency and investor confidence.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:57 WIB
Rain and Flooding Worsen Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
Heavy rain has flooded at least 70,000 tents in displacement camps across Gaza, worsening conditions for people already deprived of secure shelter and basic necessities. With most buildings damaged or destroyed and hundreds of thousands living in flood-prone areas, Palestinian church authorities have called for increased humanitarian aid.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:55 WIB
Father of the Indonesian Air Force and Kiai Modjo to Be Named National Heroes in 2026
President Prabowo Subianto is scheduled to confer the 2026 National Hero titles at the State Palace, with former Air Force chief R. Suryadi Suryadarma and Diponegoro confidant Kiai Modjo among the honourees. The reported list also includes figures from across Indonesia, including BNI founder R.M. Margono Djojohadikoesoemo, the President’s grandfather; the number of recipients may rise above the initially planned 18.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:55 WIB
Former National Police Chief Named Suspect in Presidential Wiretapping Case: Kompolnas Urges Police to Be Transparent
The National Police Commission (Kompolnas) has urged the police to provide regular, transparent updates on an alleged illegal wiretapping case involving former National Police chief General Listyo Sigit Purnomo. The commission says public disclosure is important because some of those reportedly targeted are public figures, and to prevent speculation from diverting attention from law enforcement.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:55 WIB
Home Affairs Minister Rebukes Sumatra Local Governments Over Disaster Funds, Some with 0% Disbursement
Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian criticised the slow use of Rp10.68 trillion in additional regional transfers allocated for disaster response in West Sumatra, North Sumatra and Aceh. Several districts have yet to spend any of the funds, prompting the government to plan inspections and warn of possible reprimands and public disclosure if the money is misused or left unused.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:54 WIB
MUI Bans Vaping: Full Fatwa and Restrictions
The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) has issued a fatwa declaring the use, production and sale of vapes forbidden, citing health and environmental risks and potential misuse involving narcotics. It has urged the President and House of Representatives to enact a law banning vape products with penalties, while the fatwa itself does not automatically create a state-law prohibition.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:53 WIB
AKR Corporindo (AKRA) Buys BP Global’s Stake in Fuel Retail Business: Here’s Why
AKR Corporindo has agreed to acquire BP Global Investments Limited’s 49.9% stake in Indonesian fuel-station operator Aneka Petroindo Raya for US$14.22 million. The transaction will raise the AKRA Group’s ownership of APR from 50.1% to 100%, as BP divests the holding under a strategy to simplify its portfolio.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:53 WIB
DPR: Working Group on Resolving Past Gross Human Rights Violations Opens a New Chapter for Justice
DPR Commission XIII member Mafirion Syamsuddin Rogo has welcomed the creation of a working group to accelerate the resolution of 13 alleged cases of past gross human rights violations. He said the group’s involvement of government bodies, the National Commission on Human Rights and the Attorney General’s Office could help break decades of coordination deadlock and advance justice and reparations for victims and their families.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:52 WIB
When Is National Teachers’ Day 2026? Date, Theme and History
Indonesia’s National Teachers’ Day will be observed on Wednesday, 25 November 2026, with the theme “Great Teachers, Strong Indonesia”. The article traces the date to the founding of the Indonesian Teachers Association (PGRI) in 1945 and outlines the day’s significance and common school celebrations.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:52 WIB
Trump Designates Oval Office a National Monument, Prompting Controversy
Donald Trump has signed an executive order designating the Oval Office and nearby rooms as a national monument, saying the move will protect the historic space from future destruction. The order has drawn criticism from heritage experts, who argue it has little legal force and contrasts with the administration’s actions towards other historic sites in Washington.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:52 WIB
Nutrition Education and Growth Monitoring Reach 2,250 Young Children
A nutrition education and child-growth monitoring programme has reached more than 2,250 children under five across parts of Java, Sumatra and Sulawesi. The initiative comes as Indonesia’s stunting prevalence fell to 19.8 per cent in 2024, but highlights the continuing role of families and community health posts in improving child nutrition and development.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:50 WIB
Six Messages on National Unity at Muhammadiyah’s Tanwir in Palu
Muhammadiyah will hold its Tanwir meeting and 114th anniversary celebrations in Palu on 13–15 November 2026, with President Prabowo Subianto expected to attend and open the event. Its secretary outlined messages stressing national unity, social cohesion, firm and fair law enforcement, collective ethics and continued national engagement amid political and social tensions.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:50 WIB
1.12 Million Indonesians Hold Government Bonds
Indonesia’s retail government bond issuance reached Rp1,285.1 trillion by October 2026, held by 1.12 million investors. Retail Islamic securities account for just over half of cumulative issuance, while the 2026 offerings saw record sales for the ORI030 and SR025 series.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:50 WIB
Rupiah Strengthens to Rp18,069 per US Dollar on Heroes’ Day
The rupiah rose 0.09 per cent to Rp18,069 per US dollar at the opening of trading on 10 November, extending gains from the previous session. An analyst cited Indonesia’s foreign-exchange reserves, which reached US$146.8 billion at the end of October, as a positive buffer, while noting that capital flows, fiscal conditions, trade, interest rates and the dollar’s direction will also shape the currency.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:49 WIB
Rupiah Strengthens as Domestic Market Sentiment Improves
The rupiah rose 0.09% at Tuesday’s opening, supported by improving domestic sentiment and lower global oil prices amid hopes for peace in the Middle East. Analysts said the currency’s gains could be limited by planned demonstrations, upcoming MSCI index changes and September retail sales data, and forecast a range of Rp18,050–Rp18,150 per US dollar.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:48 WIB
Yusril Suspects Listyo and Others of Seeking to Disable Prabowo Through Illegal Wiretapping
Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra says alleged illegal surveillance of President Prabowo may warrant investigation under provisions on treason and attempts to overthrow the government, though investigators have not established that those offences occurred. The Criminal Investigation Agency has reportedly named four senior police officers as suspects in a case involving illegal wiretapping, electronic data deletion and unauthorised access.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:48 WIB
Iran’s Two-Day Plan to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz Remains on the Table
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says Tehran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days remains under consideration, provided the United States meets Iran’s demands. The proposal follows an earlier seven-day plan and comes amid stalled negotiations over ending the conflict, Iran’s nuclear programme and sanctions relief.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:47 WIB
Social Affairs Minister Says Heroes’ Day Pilgrimage Inspires Younger Generations
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf said Heroes’ Day should help pass on the values of Indonesia’s struggle and make national figures a source of inspiration for young people. The 2026 commemoration included educational outreach, arts performances and regional activities, alongside a national pilgrimage at Kalibata Heroes Cemetery.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:47 WIB
Hutama Karya Tightens Oversight of Overloaded Trucks on Toll Roads to Prevent Accidents
Hutama Karya is increasing checks on over-dimension and over-loaded (ODOL) vehicles on the Trans-Sumatra Toll Road, and may order trucks found in breach to turn back. The company is using Weigh in Motion technology and citing road-transport regulations, while warning that excess loads endanger road users and damage infrastructure.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:46 WIB
South Jakarta PPAPP verifies families targeted for social assistance graduation in Jagakarsa
South Jakarta’s PPAPP office has verified 22 recipient families in Jagakarsa as part of an initiative to help them graduate from basic-needs social assistance. The assessment will identify business potential and obstacles, guiding tailored mentoring intended to strengthen household incomes and economic independence.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:45 WIB
Yesterday’s economic news: rice stocks reach 4.5 million tonnes as Indonesian exports grow
Indonesia’s government rice reserves have reached 4.5 million tonnes, the highest in ASEAN, while exports rose 5.58 per cent year on year in January–September 2026. The roundup also covers BRI’s openness to subsidiary mergers or acquisitions, an OJK warning about cyber threats to banks, and the publication of a new labour protection law.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:45 WIB
Bulog President Director Says Heroism Can Strengthen Food Self-Sufficiency
Perum Bulog President Director Ahmad Rizal Ramdhani said the spirit of National Heroes’ Day should reinforce efforts to achieve food self-sufficiency through public service, stronger food reserves and national supply and price stabilisation. He said Bulog’s role includes procuring domestic produce, managing government food reserves and working with stakeholders to safeguard food security.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:45 WIB
Six Witnesses in Prabowo Wiretapping Case Seek Protection from LPSK
Six witnesses in the alleged illegal wiretapping case involving President Prabowo Subianto have asked Indonesia’s Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK) for protection; their applications are under review. Police have reportedly named four senior officers as suspects over surveillance allegedly conducted in 2025–2026 without a law-enforcement purpose, with the case carrying a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:45 WIB
Co-operatives Minister Plans Consortium to Acquire Assets of KB Bank (BBKP)
Co-operatives Minister Ferry Juliantono says he wants to form a consortium of co-operatives to buy assets of KB Bank, formerly Bank Bukopin, whose roots lie in Indonesia’s co-operative movement. He framed the proposal as part of President Prabowo Subianto’s effort to strengthen a co-operative-based, Pancasila-inspired economic model, while the bank’s ownership history reflects its transition from a co-operative-founded institution to control by South Korea’s KB Kookmin Bank.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:42 WIB
White House briefly placed on lockdown after car hits information sign
The White House was briefly locked down after two separate security incidents near Lafayette Park: a car mounted the pavement and hit an information sign, and another person jumped a barrier. Both individuals were quickly arrested, while their identities and motives remain unknown.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:40 WIB
Free Copyright Registration Can Raise Awareness of the Need to Protect Creative Works
Music business consultant Aldo Sianturi says the Rp0 fee for copyright registration can help creators understand the importance of managing and protecting their work, but registration does not create copyright or guarantee success in an ownership dispute. He says better intellectual property literacy and documentation are also needed to ensure that creative works are properly managed and their economic value realised.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:40 WIB
Bali Power Outage Schedule for 10 November 2026: Sanur and Nusa Dua Affected
PLN’s Bali distribution unit has scheduled electricity network maintenance on 10 November, with temporary outages expected in parts of Singaraja, Sanur and Kuta. Residents are advised to plan electricity-dependent activities accordingly, as the schedule may change depending on technical conditions.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:40 WIB
Kim Jong Un Shows Military Might with Test of High-Speed Torpedo
North Korea says it has tested a new high-speed torpedo system in the East Sea, adding to a series of recent weapons trials. Pyongyang gave no technical details, while its earlier claims about AI-guided torpedoes have raised questions among analysts about their potential autonomous capabilities.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:39 WIB
PKB to Decide Its Position on Gibran’s High School Diploma: ‘Coming Soon!’
PKB is weighing whether to use Parliament’s right to state an opinion (HMP) in response to questions about Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s high school diploma. The party says the issue raises constitutional questions about eligibility for office, and argues that the Constitutional Court could provide legal certainty while Parliament settles the political debate.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:36 WIB
Jakarta Composite Index Rises Ahead of MSCI Announcement: How Strong Is the Stock Market’s Recovery?
The Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) rose at Tuesday’s open, extending a modest rebound after a sharp correction, but analysts cautioned that it is too early to call this a sustained recovery. Investors remain focused on MSCI’s index review, while domestic growth offers some support and uncertainty over US interest rates and yields continues to weigh on emerging-market flows.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:35 WIB
Social Affairs Minister: President to Confer National Hero Titles Today
President Prabowo Subianto is expected to confer national hero titles on a number of nominees during the 2026 Heroes’ Day commemorations, according to Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf. The ministry proposed 18 candidates, including former National Police chief Hoegeng Imam Santoso and Margono Djojohadikoesoemo; their names have been submitted to the Titles Council for consideration.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:35 WIB
74 Protests to Take Place in Jakarta Today, from Bundaran HI to Parliament
Jakarta police say 74 demonstrations are scheduled across Jakarta and surrounding areas on Heroes’ Day, with an estimated 2,500–2,700 participants. Security will be prioritised around Parliament, central landmarks and government offices, while officers are instructed to use a humane, professional and dialogue-based approach.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:35 WIB
Three Figures Nominated by Jakarta to Receive National Hero Titles: Ali Sadikin and Hoegeng
President Prabowo Subianto has approved Jakarta’s nominations of Ali Sadikin, Hoegeng Imam Santoso and Sutan Takdir Alisjahbana for National Hero titles, to be conferred on 10 November 2026. Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung said their long public service and contributions to the capital and Indonesia make them deserving of the honour.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:32 WIB
Permits of 11 Kalimantan Companies Revoked over Forest and Land Fires: The List
The government has recommended revoking land-use rights (HGU) held by 11 plantation companies in Kalimantan over suspected links to forest and land fires. Eight companies have already faced action, with measures varying according to fire severity, repeat incidents and permit status; the remaining three are under investigation.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:31 WIB
Social Affairs Minister Reminds Nation of Constitutional Duty to Ensure Public Welfare
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf has called for the struggle of Indonesia’s heroes to be carried forward by upholding citizens’ basic rights and improving public welfare. A speech delivered in Gorontalo highlighted constitutional guarantees on education, natural-resource management and state support for poor and abandoned children as foundations for that effort.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:30 WIB
Education Ministry Studies Allowing Senior High School Students to Change Streams Midway
Indonesia’s Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education is considering allowing senior high school students to switch between science, social sciences and language streams if their interests or aptitudes change. The proposed flexibility is being reviewed alongside plans to reinstate academic streaming in the 2027/2028 school year, with regular aptitude assessments and monitoring by teachers and counsellors envisaged; technical rules are still being drafted.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:30 WIB
UK and Dutch Investors Prepare Rp2.5 Trillion Investment in JIEP and Batang Special Economic Zone
Investors from the UK and the Netherlands have pledged around Rp2.5 trillion for industrial estate development in Indonesia, including land use at JIEP and digital infrastructure in the Batang Integrated Industrial Estate Special Economic Zone. The commitment, secured at the Indonesia Investment Forum in London, supports Indonesia’s efforts to attract global capital, accelerate industrialisation and create jobs.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:30 WIB
Government Raises Subsidised Diesel Fuel Quota to 20.27 Million Kilolitres
BPH Migas has increased the 2026 subsidised diesel quota by 7.8%, from 18.64 million to 20.27 million kilolitres, following a sharp rise in daily consumption. The regulator attributes the increase partly to the wide price gap with non-subsidised diesel; the Energy Ministry has separately proposed a 2027 subsidised-fuel allocation of 19.561 million kilolitres.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:30 WIB
CPNS 2026 Recruitment Set to Open: How to Buy E-Stamp Duty from Peruri and Pospay
Applications for Indonesia’s 2026 civil servant recruitment are reported to be due to open on 26 August, with 150,000 positions available; applicants will need an electronic stamp duty worth Rp10,000 for required documents. The article explains how to purchase e-stamp duty through Peruri’s website, the Pospay app and post office counters, as well as other authorised sellers.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:28 WIB
Youngest Son of NU Founder KH Yusuf Hasyim Named National Hero
President Prabowo Subianto has posthumously awarded KH Muhammad Yusuf Hasyim, known as Pak Ud, the title of National Hero for his role in defending Indonesia’s independence and his later service through education, pesantren and public life. His family welcomed the recognition, while noting it came after a long campaign to have his contributions acknowledged.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:27 WIB
The Search of an Islamic Boarding School and the Proportionality of Police Powers
The article examines controversy over a police search of Hamalatul Qur’an Islamic boarding school in Sukoharjo, where school officials alleged intimidation and inappropriate treatment of female students; police leadership subsequently removed the local police chief and three officers after an internal review. It argues that the allegations require objective investigation, balancing accountability and human rights with a fair assessment of the operational circumstances and the principle of proportionality.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:25 WIB
Shell and BP Exit Indonesia’s Petrol Station Business, Energy Ministry Responds
Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry says Shell and BP’s decisions to sell their petrol station businesses are commercial portfolio moves, not evidence of a poor investment climate. BP has sold its 49.9% stake in the BP-AKR operator, while Shell transferred its Indonesian petrol station business; the government says the assets will be taken over by other businesses and that BP’s upstream and Tangguh LNG operations remain unaffected.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 09:22 WIB
Man Armed with a Machete Who Attacked Police in Babarsari, Sleman, Named a Suspect
Sleman police have named one of two men who allegedly pursued officers with bladed weapons in Babarsari as a suspect, accusing him of possessing a stabbing or piercing weapon without authorisation. The incident followed a complaint about loud music and left a police car’s wing mirror and a nearby shop display damaged; the investigation is continuing.