Archive: 12 November 2026
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Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:08 WIB
MPR Ready to Receive Gibran
Deputy MPR Speaker Bambang Wuryanto says the legislature is ready to receive Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, amid reports that he may resign. MPR Chairman Ahmad Muzani confirmed Gibran is expected but said it remains unclear whether he will submit a resignation letter or has another purpose for the visit.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:08 WIB
Gibran Submits Resignation to MPR, Travels in an Innova Without an Escort
Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka reportedly submitted his resignation letter to the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR) on Thursday after meeting President Prabowo Subianto at Merdeka Palace. He travelled from the palace in a black Innova Zenix without a police escort, while a lawmaker said the submission was expected at 11 am.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:06 WIB
Dasco on Gibran’s Resignation: It Was Considered in the Nation’s Interest
Deputy House Speaker Sufmi Dasco Ahmad said he respected Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s decision to resign and hoped it had been carefully considered. Gibran reportedly submitted his resignation to President Prabowo Subianto amid political pressure linked to court rulings concerning his high-school diploma and related documentation.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:06 WIB
Geotab Launches GO Anywhere Plus to Track Operational Assets and Vehicles in Indonesia
Geotab has launched GO Anywhere Plus in Indonesia, extending fleet monitoring beyond vehicles to trailers, containers, generators and other operational equipment through its MyGeotab platform. The launch comes as logistics activity grows and businesses face pressure to improve asset utilisation, reduce costs and strengthen supply-chain security amid cargo theft risks.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:05 WIB
AUKSI holds hybrid vehicle auction with company
AUKSI and Transkon Jaya are partnering to auction operational vehicles as part of fleet renewal, while giving the public access to used vehicles through a hybrid bidding process. The sale expands AUKSI’s reach in Balikpapan and lets prospective buyers inspect vehicles at three locations before bidding online or in person.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:05 WIB
Prisoner Suspected of Controlling Methamphetamine Trade at Pontianak Prison
A prison assistant serving a sentence at Pontianak Class II Prison is suspected of supplying and controlling methamphetamine sales inside the facility, after a joint raid uncovered drugs and other contraband. Urine tests found 27 of 41 prisoners positive for narcotics, and nine inmates were referred to West Kalimantan police for further investigation; prison authorities say they will intensify searches and surveillance.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:05 WIB
Jasa Marga and BSSN Strengthen Cybersecurity to Safeguard Toll Road Services
State-owned toll road operator Jasa Marga and Indonesia’s National Cyber and Crypto Agency (BSSN) have signed an agreement to strengthen cybersecurity across toll road operations. The partnership covers digital systems protection, staff training, information sharing and incident response, supporting the reliability of transport infrastructure as digital technology use expands.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:05 WIB
Freeport Chief: Indonesia Among the World’s Top Five Copper Producers
Freeport Indonesia chief executive Tony Wenas says Indonesia ranks among the world’s five largest copper suppliers, with Freeport and Amman Mineral together accounting for more than one million tonnes of capacity. Rising global demand and a pipeline of new projects could strengthen the country’s position, while Freeport expects its mine operations to recover fully by 2028 after a 2025 mudslide.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:04 WIB
Illegal Wiretapping Case: Police Chief Says SU Is Under House Arrest
National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto said suspect SU was placed under house arrest on 11 November, while three other suspects remain detained at the Mobile Brigade headquarters in Depok. The four are accused of illegally wiretapping a wide range of figures and institutions between 2025 and 2026, with investigators citing charges carrying prison sentences of up to 10 years.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:04 WIB
Dasco: Vice-President to meet President at palace before heading to Senayan
Deputy House Speaker Sufmi Dasco Ahmad said Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka was meeting President Prabowo Subianto at the presidential palace and was expected to go to Senayan afterwards to meet leaders of the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR). The purpose of Gibran’s visit was not known; separately, a House commission chair said Gibran had submitted a resignation letter to the MPR that morning.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:04 WIB
Hanura Targets More Seats in Every Papua Province in 2029 Election
Hanura deputy chairman Patrice Rio Capella said the party aims to win at least three regional council seats in each of Papua’s six provinces in the 2029 election. He also urged local branch leaders to build district-level organisations ahead of factual verification, while noting that proposed changes to the Election Law could alter seat allocations.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:04 WIB
Citing Surah Al-Zalzalah, PDI-P Backs Police Chief’s Probe into Alleged Coup by Sigit and Others
PDI-P lawmaker Safaruddin has urged National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto to investigate alleged illegal surveillance of President Prabowo as an attempted coup, alleging that Listyo Sigit and others were involved. He called for the case to move to the investigation stage, for an ethics hearing for Sigit to be held this week, and for those implicated to face severe penalties.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:03 WIB
SKK Migas Praises Mont D’Or for Delivering First Gas from Well to PGN
SKK Migas has praised Mont D’Or Oil Tungkal Ltd for beginning gas deliveries from the Southeast Mangoepeh 1 well to state-owned gas company PGN, with a committed volume of 5 million standard cubic feet per day. The start of sales through shared processing and pipeline infrastructure marks a milestone for the Tungkal Block and demonstrates how cooperation between contractors can improve facility utilisation and operational efficiency.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:03 WIB
Batam Fisheries Office: Pomfret and Grouper Fetch High Prices in Singapore
Batam’s Fisheries Office says white pomfret and sonu grouper are among the city’s most valuable capture-fishery exports, selling for up to S$27 and S$22 per kilogram respectively in Singapore. Batam shipped 5,447 tonnes of fish to Singapore worth Rp204.1 billion from January to August 2026, and is targeting 7,000 tonnes and Rp280 billion in export value for the full year.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:02 WIB
Police Chief Visits Yogyakarta After Demonstrations; Regional Police Chief Warns of High Risk
National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto visited the Yogyakarta Regional House of Representatives and Malioboro after unrest during a demonstration, as the regional police chief said intelligence assessments placed the city’s risk level in the red category. He said the National Police chief urged officers to avoid violence and ensure all crowd-control measures complied with legal procedures, amid claims that demonstrators were trying to provoke police into a violent response.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:02 WIB
Finland Offers Free Holiday to 16 Singles, with a Chance to Find Love
Visit Finland is offering 16 international singles a four-day, all-expenses-paid trip in February 2027, combining visits to Helsinki or Tampere with Finnish food and cultural experiences and a dinner date with local singles. The campaign is part of the country’s wider tourism promotion programme; applications closed on 10 November 2026, with winners due to be announced on 1 December.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:02 WIB
Pertamina Patra Niaga integrates renewable energy with productive village sectors
Pertamina Patra Niaga says its Desa Energi Berdikari programme has developed 154 sites, reaching more than 160,000 beneficiaries and helping raise residents’ incomes by Rp4.7 billion. The programme links renewable energy infrastructure with agriculture, fisheries and livestock, while the company says it plans to expand community-based clean energy and economic empowerment.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:02 WIB
Seven UGM Students Released, One Still Receiving Treatment After Jogja Protest Clashes
UGM says seven of the eight students detained after a Heroes’ Day demonstration in Malioboro have been released, while one remains in hospital with injuries. The university is arranging medical examinations and forensic assessments for the released students to establish their condition and investigate allegations of violence.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:01 WIB
Gibran Met Prabowo at the Palace Before Going to the MPR
Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka met President Prabowo Subianto at Merdeka Palace before reportedly submitting his resignation letter to the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR). The reported resignation was due to take place at 11am, although the article provides no confirmation that the letter was submitted.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:01 WIB
Timeline of the Arrest and Detention of Listyo Sigit and Co-Defendants
National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto outlined the investigation into alleged eavesdropping on President Prabowo Subianto, including the arrests, detentions and searches carried out from 31 October to 11 November 2026. Four senior police officers, including General Listyo Sigit Prabowo, have been named suspects; the alleged illegal surveillance is said to have begun in 2025.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:01 WIB
Police Question 28 Witnesses in Prabowo Wiretapping Case and Seize Dozens of Electronic Devices
Indonesia’s National Police say investigators have questioned 28 witnesses and six experts in an alleged illegal wiretapping case involving President Prabowo Subianto and other national figures. They have seized dozens of electronic items and documents, while four police officials have been named as suspects and face charges carrying prison terms of up to 10 years.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:01 WIB
As Gibran’s Reported Resignation Looms, Volunteers and MSME Food Carts Arrive at Vice-Presidential Palace
Volunteers and several micro, small and medium-sized enterprise food carts were seen arriving at the Vice-Presidential Palace ahead of reports that Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka would submit his resignation to the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR) at 11am. The reported move follows Gibran’s meeting with President Prabowo Subianto, during which he said he intended to resign amid political developments surrounding Constitutional Court and Supreme Court rulings.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:01 WIB
Komnas HAM urges Yogyakarta police to release protesters with no evidence of violence
Komnas HAM has urged Yogyakarta police to release demonstrators who are not shown to have committed violence or other crimes, while ensuring legal assistance, medical care and due process for those being examined. Of 157 people detained during protests, 154 had been returned to their families by 12 November 2026; two were referred to the provincial narcotics agency and one was named a suspect over alleged possession of a Molotov cocktail and other items.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:00 WIB
MSCI Concerns and Gibran Impeachment Debate Send Rupiah Tumbling; Analyst Says It Could Reach Rp18,500 per US Dollar
The rupiah fell 0.37 per cent to Rp18,217 per US dollar at Thursday’s market opening, amid investor concerns over Indonesia’s capital-market reforms and political uncertainty surrounding an impeachment proposal against Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka. Analyst Ibrahim Assuaibi warned that a downgrade by MSCI could trigger US$2 billion to US$6 billion in outflows, while continued political tensions could further raise Indonesia’s risk premium.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:00 WIB
21 Children Detained During Yogyakarta Demonstration Returned to Their Families
Police in Yogyakarta have returned 21 children who were detained amid unrest at a demonstration to their families, following mediation with the Indonesian Child Protection Commission and other parties. Authorities say the children will continue to receive guidance through coordination with their families, local government and schools; police allege some took part in stone-throwing and vandalism, but say none carried weapons.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:00 WIB
Woman Arrested in North Lombok for Setting Up Fake Company and Defrauding Employees
Police in North Lombok have arrested a 37-year-old woman accused of creating a fictitious property company, recruiting workers and defrauding them through online loans and mobile-phone instalment plans. Investigators estimate that around 30 people suffered losses totalling Rp250 million; the suspect has been charged under Indonesia’s Criminal Code.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:00 WIB
Christmas, New Year and Jakarta’s 500th-anniversary celebrations to begin in late November
Jakarta’s Christmas and New Year festivities and events marking the capital’s 500th anniversary will begin in late November 2026, with a longer programme than in previous years. The Jakarta Great Sale will run for six months, spanning major holiday periods, after generating Rp27 trillion for the city’s economy in 2025.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 11:00 WIB
BI: Rupiah’s Weakness in Line with Regional Currencies
Bank Indonesia says the rupiah’s monthly decline is broadly in line with other regional currencies, as eight of ten tracked Asian currencies weakened against the US dollar. The dollar strengthened on expectations of Federal Reserve rate rises after US consumer inflation exceeded forecasts for a third consecutive month.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:59 WIB
2026 Integral Conversation: Connecting Through Water to Address Shared Global Challenges
The 2026 Integral Conversation brought together leaders from business, government, academia and the arts to discuss water-related risks, climate resilience, conservation and cross-sector cooperation. Integral Institute and the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts signed an MoU to develop joint initiatives linking arts, education and sustainability, including cultural exchanges and sustainability-focused projects.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:59 WIB
Dasco on Gibran’s Meeting with Prabowo: ‘I Don’t Know’
Deputy House Speaker Sufmi Dasco Ahmad said he did not know what President Prabowo Subianto and Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka discussed when they met at the Palace. Reports said Gibran was considering resigning and planned to meet leaders of the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR), while Dasco said he respected the vice-president’s political decisions.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:58 WIB
Bogor Nappy Repair Business Closed for Failing to Meet Standards
Bogor Regency’s Civil Service Police Unit has temporarily halted an unlicensed nappy-repair operation in Cibuntu village, Ciampea, after residents reported that it was refurbishing factory-rejected nappies for resale. Officials said the business may resume once it obtains the required permits, while stressing that small enterprises are welcome if they comply with regulations.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:58 WIB
Gapki: Palm Oil Industry Must Prepare for Changes in Global Trade
Indonesia’s palm oil association says the industry must adapt to shifts in global trade, including the opportunities offered by the Indonesia–EU CEPA and the traceability requirements of the EU’s deforestation regulation. Gapki is calling for stronger international recognition of Indonesia’s ISPO standard as the sector reports rising production and seeks coordinated support to sustain exports and productivity.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:56 WIB
Gibran Meets Prabowo Before Resigning as Vice-President
Gibran Rakabuming Raka met President Prabowo Subianto at the State Palace before reportedly heading to the MPR to submit his resignation as vice-president. DPR officials said he was expected to deliver the letter at 11am, though the article reports the plan rather than confirming that the resignation was formally submitted.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:52 WIB
Three-Storey Building Collapses in Brooklyn, New York, Killing Two and Injuring 17
A three-storey apartment building in Brooklyn collapsed beside a construction site, killing two people and injuring 17, including four who were reported to be in critical condition. More than 250 firefighters and paramedics were deployed as rescuers continued searching the unstable rubble for anyone else who may be trapped; the cause of the collapse remains under investigation.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:52 WIB
Market Analyst Says Investors Await Certainty Over Gibran’s Resignation
Capital market participants are watching for confirmation of Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s reported resignation and the identity of his successor, with investors concerned about government stability and continuity in economic policy. An analyst also noted that an MSCI review affected share trading, bringing both index removals and greater clarity on affected stocks and implementation dates.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:50 WIB
As the End User, Listyo Sigit Received Daily Reports on the Wiretapping
National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto has alleged that former police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo ordered illegal surveillance of President Prabowo Subianto and other figures, selected targets and received the results. Suyudi told the House of Representatives that Inspector General Slamet Uliandi allegedly approved the operation and forwarded daily reports and analyses to Sigit; four people have been named as suspects.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:49 WIB
OJK and IDX Chiefs Visit Economic Affairs Ministry to Discuss MSCI and HSC
Senior officials from Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) and Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) met with the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs to align strategic initiatives for the capital market. The IDX’s revised high shareholding concentration (HSC) screening methodology removes the market-capitalisation threshold and price-impact ratio, expanding the HSC list from 83 to 383 shares as Indonesia seeks to maintain its emerging-market status in MSCI assessments.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:48 WIB
Live Stream: Gibran to Submit Resignation Letter to MPR
Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka is expected to submit his resignation letter to the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR) in Jakarta, following reports that he had already handed it to President Prabowo Subianto. The announcement prompted an early end to a parliamentary committee meeting, while MPR leaders gathered to receive him.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:48 WIB
Police Chief Reveals Alleged Tapping Scheme: Orders from General LSP Relayed Verbally and via WhatsApp
National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto told Parliament that alleged illegal wiretapping orders were passed down through police officials verbally and via WhatsApp, without investigators’ formal requests. He described two operational channels, including an alleged internal route that bypassed investigation orders and court authorisation, as part of a probe into illegal interception, unauthorised access and electronic document deletion.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:46 WIB
Widya Pratiwi Says PAN Maluku Is United in Supporting Zulhas’s Leadership
PAN Maluku chair Widya Pratiwi says the party’s provincial organisation and members remain united behind national party leader Zulkifli Hasan, dismissing reports of an internal leadership change. Her comments echo those of PAN deputy chair Eddy Soeparno, who said there was no basis to claims circulating in the media and on social platforms.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:46 WIB
Police Chief Outlines Handling of Illegal Wiretapping Case Against President to Parliament
National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto briefed the House of Representatives’ Commission III on the investigation into alleged illegal wiretapping targeting the President. The discussion also covered other actions allegedly carried out or controlled by the suspects, amid concerns over the head of state’s communications security.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:46 WIB
BRI Offers Home Financing Solution for Young People through KPR Pemuda
BRI’s KPR Pemuda programme offers home-loan options to applicants aged up to 35, with promotional interest-rate structures available nationwide from 27 October to 30 November 2026. The offer includes fixed-rate, tiered-rate and fixed-for-the-full-term options, alongside selected fee waivers and insurance discounts; borrowers are advised to assess affordability and understand how rates may change before applying.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:45 WIB
DPR Member Says Family Support Is Key to Tackling Stunting
Nihayatul Wafiroh, a member of the House of Representatives’ Commission IX, says sustained support for families at risk is essential to maintaining progress against stunting. Bondowoso’s prevalence fell from 17 per cent in 2023 to 11.2 per cent in 2024, while officials stress that prevention requires health services, maternal care, sanitation and education, alongside nutrition.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:45 WIB
Portraits: National Police Chief Sets Out Details of Alleged Prabowo Wiretapping by Listyo Sigit’s Associates in Parliament
National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto briefed the House of Representatives’ Commission III on allegations that President Prabowo Subianto was illegally wiretapped during 2025–2026. The inquiry centres on an alleged verbal order by a senior police official, without a formal request from investigators, resulting in phone numbers being monitored outside law-enforcement procedures.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:44 WIB
Rupiah Edges Lower as Fed Rate Hike Expectations Weigh
The rupiah weakened 0.27% at Thursday’s opening, to Rp18,198 per US dollar, amid a stronger dollar and expectations of further Federal Reserve rate increases. Domestic political uncertainty and rising global oil prices also added pressure, with analysts forecasting the currency to trade between Rp18,150 and Rp18,250 per dollar.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:44 WIB
Jakarta Provincial Government to Support Seven Santri Allegedly Abused by South Jakarta Islamic Boarding School Leader
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung says the provincial government will provide full support and assistance to seven santri allegedly subjected to sexual abuse at Darul Hasbi Islamic boarding school in South Jakarta. Police are investigating the case, reported to have occurred between 2024 and 2026, and are looking into whether there may be additional victims.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:42 WIB
At House Meeting, Nasir Djamil Jokes: ‘A Month as Presidential Chief of Staff and Caught Spying’
PKS lawmaker Nasir Djamil used a verse to allude to allegations that former National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo had spied on President Prabowo Subianto shortly after becoming presidential chief of staff. Nasir said his party supports National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto’s investigation and urged authorities to disclose the case fully; police have named four suspects, three of whom are being held.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:42 WIB
Dollar Strengthens as One Bank Sells at Rp18,460
Indonesian banks have raised their US dollar selling rates as the rupiah continued to weaken, with the currency trading at Rp18,234 per US dollar on Thursday morning. The listed bank rates vary, and MUFG Jakarta Branch quoted the highest selling price at Rp18,460 per dollar.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:41 WIB
House of Representatives Commission II says PPPK basic salaries will be covered by the state budget
The House of Representatives’ Commission II says the basic salaries of part-time government employees under work agreements (PPPK) upgraded to full-time status will be funded by the state budget. The arrangement still requires a government regulation before it can be implemented, as lawmakers seek to address uncertainty over employees’ status and income.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 10:40 WIB
Khofifah: East Java’s 2027 Regional Budget to Prioritise Strengthening Basic Services
East Java Governor Khofifah Indar Parawansa says the province’s 2027 budget will focus on basic services and nine development priorities, including poverty reduction, job creation and improved education and healthcare. The agreed budget projects revenue of Rp26.545 trillion and expenditure of Rp27.636 trillion, with its Rp1.09 trillion deficit to be covered by net financing.