Archive: 3 November 2026
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Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:46 WIB
Police to Address Reports of Senior Officers’ Arrests This Evening
Indonesia’s National Police say they will hold a press conference on Tuesday evening to address social media reports that six senior officers were arrested over alleged interception of confidential conversations. Police spokesman Johnny Eddizon Isir has not confirmed the arrests or the reported detention of officers at the Mobile Brigade headquarters, saying an official explanation is forthcoming.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:45 WIB
Polri Rotates a Number of Police Chiefs, Including in South and East Jakarta and Yogyakarta
National Police Chief General Suyudi Ario Seto has ordered the rotation of 264 senior and mid-ranking officers, including police chiefs in South Jakarta, East Jakarta and Yogyakarta. The National Police said the changes are intended to support career development, refresh leadership and maintain operational effectiveness as policing challenges evolve.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:45 WIB
Through DSI, Indonesian Natural Resource Exports Will No Longer Need to Transit Through Other Countries
Indonesia plans to route exports of coal, crude palm oil and ferro-alloys through state-owned PT Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia (DSI) from 1 January 2027, with shipments sent directly to buyers. The National Economic Council says the arrangement is intended to improve prices, transparency and the repatriation of export earnings, while curbing under-invoicing and illicit transfer pricing; the three commodities account for about US$80 billion, or nearly 30% of national exports.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:45 WIB
BRIN to Test Drone-Deployed Dumakron to Tackle Forest and Land Fires in Kalimantan
Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) will test its fine-powder Dumakron cloud-seeding material using drones in Kalimantan on 5 November 2026, as part of efforts to combat forest and land fires. Officials are also testing cassava starch mixed with ammonium polyphosphate to extinguish fires beneath peatlands, while weather-modification and water-bombing operations continue in South Sumatra.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:44 WIB
Prudential Syariah Wins Award for Expanding Protection and Innovation
Prudential Syariah received CNBC Indonesia’s Best Sharia Life Insurance in Financial Health and Solvency award, recognising its financial performance and contribution to public confidence in the insurance sector. The company said its assets grew by more than 20% in 2025 and highlighted efforts to broaden sharia protection through agency and bancassurance channels.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:44 WIB
Indonesia urges OIC members to boost digital economy cooperation
Deputy Trade Minister Dyah Roro Esti Widya Putri has urged members of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation to strengthen digital economy cooperation, highlighting the potential of Indonesia’s large youth population. She outlined initiatives to help local businesses reach global markets, including the InaExport platform, Campuspreneur, digital export training and electronic trade documents, and pointed to ASEAN digital trade and QRIS cross-border payments as possible models for wider collaboration.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:43 WIB
National Police Chief Transfers 264 Senior and Mid-Ranking Officers, Several Posts Change Hands
The Indonesian National Police (Polri) has transferred and rotated 264 senior and mid-ranking officers under a telegram dated 2 November 2026. The changes include promotions at several ranks, leadership appointments at headquarters and regional police forces, and promotions for two women officers, which Polri says are intended to support career development and organisational effectiveness.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:43 WIB
Indonesia targets 3.1% share of Canada’s handicraft market by 2027
Indonesia aims to raise its share of Canada’s handicraft market from about 2.1 per cent to 3.1 per cent by 2027, supported by a partnership with the Trade Facilitation Office Canada under the TRISEG project. Although Indonesian exports grew sharply in 2025 and through August 2026, the country accounted for only around 1.2 per cent of Canada’s total handicraft imports in 2025, leaving significant room for growth.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:42 WIB
SKK Migas Records Exploration Success, with Reserve Replacement Ratio at 221.4%
SKK Migas estimates Indonesia’s reserve replacement ratio will reach 221.4% by the end of 2026, indicating that potential additions to oil and gas reserves exceed production. Recent major discoveries, including the Geliga-1 gas find, have boosted contingent resources and strengthened the country’s efforts to attract global investors through flexible participation and production-sharing arrangements.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:42 WIB
BBCA Shares Continue to Slide, Closing Down 2.81% at Rp4,840
Bank Central Asia (BBCA) shares fell 2.81% on Tuesday to Rp4,840, extending losses from the morning session and finishing close to their 52-week low. The decline came amid sharp weakness in Indonesia’s broader stock market, with the shares losing Rp210 from their opening price.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:41 WIB
Chinese Brand Forland Officially Enters Indonesia
Chinese commercial vehicle maker Forland has entered Indonesia through PT Tangguh Utama Sejahtera, targeting the underpenetrated electric commercial vehicle market. Its range covers several fleet and distribution needs, while partnerships on charging infrastructure, battery storage and solar integration aim to support wider adoption.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:41 WIB
Indonesia promotes holistic approach to rural stunting reduction
Indonesia’s Villages Minister says reducing stunting requires tackling its underlying causes, including poverty, health and education, alongside nutrition. The government plans to coordinate efforts across ministries and partners, while promoting village economic activity as part of its broader push to build human resources for the Golden Indonesia 2045 vision.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:40 WIB
Green-Living Homes Gain Popularity as Buyers Consider Environmental Quality
Homebuyers in Greater Jakarta are increasingly weighing environmental quality, green space and healthy-living amenities alongside location, price and accessibility. Ciputra Group says its The Forestine project in West Jakarta recorded more than Rp500 billion in sales within two months of an expansion, reflecting demand for sustainable residential environments.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:40 WIB
Thai PM Anutin to face his first censure debate in December
Thailand’s government has agreed to hold Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s first censure debate from 7 to 11 December, with a confidence vote scheduled for the final day. Opposition allegations include electoral fraud, corruption and economic and flood mismanagement, but Anutin is expected to survive the vote because his coalition holds a parliamentary majority.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:40 WIB
400 Malicious Apps Infiltrate Phones, with Many Victims Already Affected
An investigation has uncovered more than 400 apps and web domains that masquerade as harmless AI services while secretly directing users to tools that create explicit deepfake imagery without consent. Apple has removed 19 associated apps, but researchers warn that remote-server tactics expose a major weakness in app-store reviews and remain difficult to detect in real time.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:39 WIB
State-Owned Enterprises’ Third-Quarter 2026 Profits Rise 20%, Says BP BUMN Chief
BP BUMN chief Dony Oskaria says state-owned enterprises’ profits rose 20 per cent in the third quarter of 2026 compared with the same period last year, attributing the improvement to the government’s transformation efforts. Danantara’s investment and asset management subsidiaries have completed their financial statements, while the consolidated 2025 accounts are being audited by Indonesia’s Audit Board (BPK) before publication.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:37 WIB
Bali Brings Fishers Together Through Seraya Timur’s Red and White Fishing Village
Bali is developing Seraya Timur’s Red and White Fishing Village as an integrated centre for fishers, bringing fishing, processing and marketing facilities together in one location. The Rp22 billion project is intended to support 350 fishers, preserve catch quality and stabilise prices, with further facilities and new proposed sites planned across the province.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:37 WIB
Ministry seeks industry input for marine and fisheries curriculum
Indonesia’s Marine Affairs and Fisheries Ministry is seeking closer business-sector involvement in vocational curricula, student work placements and guest teaching as it reforms marine and fisheries education through the new Ocean Institute of Indonesia. The ministry says collaboration will help prepare graduates for technology-driven roles and meet workforce needs linked to its priority programmes and sustainability requirements.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:37 WIB
Metro Jakarta Police Back Vape Ban for Officers, with Disciplinary Action for Breaches
Metro Jakarta Police say they will enforce the National Police chief’s ban on officers using e-cigarettes, warning that violators may face sanctions and urine tests. The nationwide circular prohibits all National Police civilian and uniformed personnel from using vapes at or outside work, with penalties ranging from disciplinary measures to criminal proceedings.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:36 WIB
Major Police Reshuffle: Six Deputy Regional Police Chief Posts Change Hands
Indonesia’s National Police chief has reshuffled 264 senior and middle-ranking officers, including six deputy regional police chiefs. Police say the rotations are intended to support career development, refresh the organisation and maintain effective leadership as operational challenges grow more complex.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:36 WIB
National Police Rotate 264 Senior and Mid-Ranking Officers, Including Head of History Centre
Indonesia’s National Police have rotated 264 senior and mid-ranking officers under a Chief of Police telegram dated 2 November 2026, with 224 appointments involving promotions or transfers at the same rank. The changes include new heads of the Police History Centre and headquarters services, as well as promotions for two female officers; the force says the reshuffle is intended to strengthen the organisation and maintain public-focused service.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:35 WIB
Gratification Case: KPK Questions Former Tax Official’s Daughter
Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has questioned Feby Paramita, daughter of former Jakarta Special Regional Tax Office chief Mohamad Haniv, as a witness in a suspected gratification case involving her father. Investigators allege Haniv used his position and connections to solicit fashion-show sponsorship for his daughter and received other benefits totalling at least Rp20.7 billion.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:35 WIB
KPK Questions Former Tax Official’s Daughter in Hong Kong Gratuity Case
Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has questioned Feby Paramita, the daughter of former Jakarta Special Regional Tax Office chief Mohamad Haniv, as a witness in a suspected gratification case involving her father. Investigators say Haniv allegedly used his position to solicit fashion-show sponsorships for his daughter and received other benefits totalling at least Rp20.7 billion.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:35 WIB
Forest and Land Fires Threaten Children’s Development, Not Just Cause Respiratory Infections
Indonesia’s paediatricians warn that repeated, prolonged exposure to fine-particle pollution from forest and land fires may cause lasting health effects and disrupt children’s growth and development. The Indonesian Paediatric Society is urging the government to extinguish fires promptly, arguing that masks and staying indoors are only temporary measures and that international assistance should be sought if needed.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:33 WIB
Prabowo Briefs 375 Participants in Indonesia’s Future Leaders Programme
President Prabowo Subianto met 375 participants in the President’s Programme for Indonesia’s Future Leaders (P3MDI) at the State Palace in Jakarta. The initiative is intended to prepare outstanding graduates from universities across Indonesia for roles in strategic national programmes, with the first cohort expected to work at state-owned enterprises (SOEs).
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:33 WIB
Get 20% Cashback on Snacks at JPM Dukuh Atas with BRImo – Easy Terms
BRI is offering BRImo users up to 20% cashback when they make QRIS payments at selected food and retail outlets in Jakarta’s JPM Dukuh Atas transit hub. The promotion runs until 31 December 2026, subject to a minimum spend, a daily usage limit and a cap of 500 transactions; BRIZZI ARKIV buyers can also receive a discount when topping up their card.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:32 WIB
Palembang City Government Sends 22 Young Storytelling Ambassadors to Literacy Programme in Jakarta
Palembang’s city government has sent 22 children representing its Storytelling Ambassadors, Library Ambassadors and Young Readers Friends programmes to a literacy training programme in Jakarta and Bogor from 3 to 8 November 2026. The initiative aims to build their knowledge and equip them to share a love of books, reading and storytelling with other children in South Sumatra.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:31 WIB
Jokowi Speaks Out on Fake Diploma Allegations: ‘Others Are Talking About Space, We’re Still Talking About Diplomas’
Former president Joko Widodo says he wants to end years of speculation over allegations that his university diploma is fake and is prepared to testify in court. His lawyer says Jokowi will present his school and university diplomas at the East Jakarta District Court, where a hearing involving Roy Suryo and Tifauzia Tyassuma is scheduled for 5 November 2026.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:31 WIB
Chandra Asri Supports Construction of Borewell for Bengkulu Residents
Chandra Asri Group is supporting a borewell, water tower and 5,000-litre storage tank in Bengkulu in partnership with the Indonesian Army’s 2026 Large-Scale Karya Bhakti programme. The facility is intended to improve household access to clean water and support productive activities, including agriculture, livestock farming and inland fisheries.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:30 WIB
Once Unthinkable, Future Jobs Are Now Emerging, Says Fisheries Ministry
Technology, AI and climate change are reshaping Indonesia’s marine and fisheries workforce, creating demand for roles such as satellite-data analysts, drone pilots and blue-carbon specialists even as the number of fishing households declines. The Fisheries Ministry is transforming its vocational institutions and curricula to prepare students for changing industry needs, including jobs that may not yet exist when they begin their studies.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:30 WIB
Dony Oskaria Says SOE Profits Rose 20%, Danantara Financial Statements to Be Released
Dony Oskaria said Indonesian state-owned enterprises recorded a 20 per cent increase in net profit in the third quarter of 2026 compared with the same period a year earlier, which he described as a positive sign of their ongoing transformation. He also said Danantara’s financial statements would be published soon and are currently being audited by Indonesia’s Audit Board (BPK).
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:29 WIB
MPR RI Study Body Discusses Vote-Buying, Political Party Performance and the DPR
The MPR RI Study Body discussed how costly political recruitment can fuel vote-buying and weaken public trust, calling for political parties and the DPR to reflect on their roles in upholding Pancasila democracy. Members also raised concerns about genetic-resource legislation, women’s access to basic products, fragmented oversight of government performance and local communities’ rights, including access to clean air.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:29 WIB
Video: Examining Indonesia’s Bullion Bank Road Map to Cut Gold Imports
Indonesia’s economic affairs ministry is calling for collaboration to build a competitive, integrated and inclusive national gold ecosystem. Although the country exports about US$5 billion in cultured gold and imports US$2 billion in gold bars annually, officials say domestic processing, jewellery manufacturing and bullion financing could capture more value and mobilise an estimated 1,800 tonnes of gold held by the public.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:29 WIB
292 Indonesians Reportedly Recruited to Join Russian Military; Foreign Ministry Sends Diplomatic Note to Moscow
Indonesia’s Foreign Ministry is investigating reports that 292 Indonesian citizens were recruited to join Russia’s military amid its war against Ukraine. Jakarta has formally asked Moscow, through diplomatic channels, to prevent Indonesians from being recruited into its armed forces or related formations, including through practices suspected of human trafficking.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:29 WIB
Barantin Negotiates Market Access for Swiftlet Nest Exporters Suspended by China
Indonesia’s Quarantine Agency (Barantin) is continuing talks with China’s customs authority to restore access for Indonesian swiftlet nest exporters facing suspension. Nineteen of 57 registered firms were suspended over export-standard issues, while China remains the sector’s dominant market, accounting for more than 80 per cent of export value in 2025.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:27 WIB
Replace Your Card and Apply for a Home Loan on Your Commute at BRI’s JPM Dukuh Atas E-Channel Gallery
BRI has opened an E-Channel Gallery at JPM Dukuh Atas, a transit hub connecting KRL and LRT services, offering commuters access to cash transactions, card services and digital banking assistance. Visitors can also start applications for BRI credit cards, home loans and vehicle loans, bringing routine banking needs closer to their daily journeys.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:27 WIB
Jakarta Composite Index Plunges to 4,904, Its Lowest Level in Six Years
The Jakarta Composite Index fell 3.78% to 4,904.287 on Tuesday, its lowest close since October 2020, after reversing early gains amid heavy selling. Declines were broad, with 624 shares falling and the blue-chip LQ45 index losing 4.04%.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:26 WIB
Poltekpar Bali Tops UI GreenMetric Rankings, Ahead of Unud and Unwar
Bali Tourism Polytechnic has ranked first in the 2026 UI GreenMetric Sustainable University Rankings for Bali, ahead of the Udayana and Warmadewa universities. The rankings and accompanying workshop highlighted how universities can embed sustainability in campus operations and help advance responsible tourism, with Bali’s institutions signing a joint commitment to green campuses.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:25 WIB
Isyana voices concerns about a noisy timeline in new Lafa Pratomo song
Isyana Sarasvati has joined producer Lafa Pratomo and musician Jason Ranti on “Dogs Are Always True”, a track about the tumultuous online world and the impact of AI, including a neighbour’s job being replaced by the technology. The fifth instalment of Pratomo’s “Garis Tegak” EP blends rap with electro-pop and reflects on navigating the internet amid information overload.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:25 WIB
Education Ministry Steps Up Oversight of Second Wave of Senior Secondary Academic Tests
The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education is strengthening coordination and oversight of the second wave of the 2026 Academic Competency Test for senior secondary students, aiming to address technical problems and protect the assessment’s integrity. More than 1.33 million students took the first day’s Indonesian-language test; the ministry stressed that participation is voluntary and results do not determine graduation.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:25 WIB
National Police Headquarters to Issue Statement on Latest Developments
Indonesia’s National Police said it would issue a statement later that evening addressing unspecified developments. Police spokesperson Inspector General Johnny Eddizon Isir declined to provide details, amid discussion on social media about issues involving the police.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:25 WIB
Bus overturns in Türkiye, 45 people reported injured
Forty-five people were injured when an intercity bus travelling from Antalya to Iğdır overturned into a ditch in Konya Province, Türkiye. The crash occurred near Beyşehir on Monday evening, and an investigation is under way.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:25 WIB
Netanyahu Loses His Grip on Israel as Arab Parties Hold the Balance
Benjamin Netanyahu has lost his parliamentary majority after Israel’s 27 October election, leaving Arab parties potentially pivotal in forming a new government. Netanyahu and his allies have alleged fraud and foreign interference, but election authorities rejected claims of systematic malpractice and said the vote was conducted properly.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:23 WIB
Police to Address Wiretapping Allegations This Evening
Indonesia’s National Police say they will issue a statement this evening about reports that several senior officers were arrested over alleged wiretapping. Police public relations chief Johnny Eddizon Isir declined to confirm the reports, which claim six officers were detained at a special facility at the Mobile Brigade headquarters in Depok.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:22 WIB
West Jakarta Forms Team to Inventory and Secure Acquired Local Government Assets
West Jakarta Municipality has formed a team to identify unused land assets and reclaim those held by other parties. Officials have identified 20 sites, secured seven during 2026 and are reviewing the remaining 13, with a target of securing 10 sites this year.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:21 WIB
Midterm Elections: Will Americans Make the Rest of Trump’s Term More Difficult?
Voters are set to deliver a verdict on Donald Trump’s second presidency, with Democrats forecast to take control of the House and potentially gain a narrow Senate majority. Such gains could obstruct Trump’s legislative agenda and appointments as public anger over living costs and the Iran war weighs on Republicans.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:20 WIB
Rupiah Weighed Down as Markets Focus on US Midterm Elections
The rupiah fell slightly against the US dollar as investors turned their attention to the US midterm elections on 3 November 2026 and a busy slate of US economic data that could offer clues on Federal Reserve policy. Geopolitical tensions involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz also shaped market sentiment, while Bank Indonesia’s JISDOR reference rate strengthened.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:20 WIB
Steps to Address the Declining Middle Class and the Difficulty of Finding Work (2)
The government has introduced the National Internship Programme as a way to connect recent graduates with employers amid a difficult job market and strict experience requirements. The programme is intended to help reduce unemployment while improving participants’ skills and chances of being hired.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:18 WIB
Deputy House Speaker Saan Mustopa Believes Education Can Change Families’ Futures
Deputy House Speaker Saan Mustopa says education can help break the cycle of poverty and improve the social and economic circumstances of families. He urged parents not to let financial hardship cut short their children’s schooling, describing education as a long-term investment whose benefits may be enjoyed by future generations.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 16:17 WIB
Angkasa Pura Transfers All GMFI Shares to InJourney for Rp5.6 Trillion
Angkasa Pura Indonesia has transferred its entire 65.77% stake in aircraft maintenance firm GMFI to state-owned tourism and aviation holding company InJourney. The shares, valued at Rp5.66 trillion, were transferred as an in-specie dividend, leaving Angkasa Pura with no remaining ownership in GMFI.