Archive: 3 November 2026
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Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:44 WIB
Three Methamphetamine Dealers Using AI App Arrested in Morowali, Central Sulawesi
Police in Morowali have arrested three men accused of distributing methamphetamine through METEOR, an app or server they say uses AI to coordinate orders, drug drops and transactions without face-to-face contact. Investigators are probing whether the system has attracted a wider network, after suspects said other dealers were willing to pay as much as Rp100 million to use it.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:43 WIB
National Police Chief Transfers 264 Senior and Mid-ranking Officers, Shifting Several Strategic Posts
Indonesia’s National Police Chief has transferred 264 senior and mid-ranking officers, with changes affecting strategic roles at headquarters and regional commands. The police say the reshuffle forms part of career development and organisational renewal, and includes promotions for two female officers.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:43 WIB
PT TPS and Unair Provide Free Health Checks for Port Truck Drivers
PT Terminal Petikemas Surabaya and Airlangga University have provided free health checks and preventive-health guidance to container truck drivers, recognising their importance to the movement of goods through Tanjung Perak Port. The initiative, held as part of Airlangga Medical Scientific Week 2026, also included an educational visit to the terminal focused on operations, workplace safety and the port’s role in national logistics and international trade.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:40 WIB
PGN Reaffirms Commitment to Developing Low-Carbon Energy
PT Perusahaan Gas Negara (PGN), Pertamina’s gas subholding, says it is expanding gas infrastructure and services while pursuing decarbonisation and low-carbon energy initiatives. By August 2026, it had cut emissions by 29,574.87 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent, 35.3% above its target, and is exploring biomethane from palm oil mill effluent and carbon capture and storage for low-carbon ammonia supply chains.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:40 WIB
Puan Highlights Digital-Era Challenges to Democracy, Including Algorithmic Influence
DPR Speaker Puan Maharani warned that digital technologies and algorithms can shape public perceptions, while the concentration of economic power may undermine substantive democracy. Speaking at the 2026 Habibie Democracy Forum, she called for collective, transformative leadership and more accountable governance so that democratic institutions deliver tangible benefits to the public.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:40 WIB
Video: ISEA’s Message to Reinsurers: Strengthen Finances and Sustain Growth
Indonesian Senior Executives Association (ISEA) chair and insurance expert Choky Leonard Tobing Sunarso says reinsurers must strengthen their financial foundations amid economic uncertainty, geopolitical risks, climate change and technological developments. He also calls for sound capital, financial health, risk management and governance as the industry seeks to maintain growth.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:40 WIB
'Queen' of North Korea Speaks Out Over Alleged Rp 114 Trillion Binance Hack
North Korea has rejected US allegations linking Pyongyang to a reported US$6.3 billion Binance hack, with Kim Yo Jong denouncing the claims as political provocation. Blockchain analytics firms say funds have been moved through thousands of wallets and multiple networks, while around 44% of the reported losses have been frozen or seized; Binance says it has covered about 95% of customers’ losses.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:39 WIB
Illegal Structures Along Kampung Bahari Railway Line to Be Cleared from Tomorrow
KAI will begin a month-long, phased clearance of illegal structures along the railway in North Jakarta’s Kampung Bahari, citing rail safety and efforts to curb drug trafficking. Authorities say the operation will be coordinated with stakeholders, with residents and their livelihoods assessed and possible alternative housing considered.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:39 WIB
Revitalising North Coast fish farms projected to require 83,300 workers
The Fisheries and Marine Affairs Ministry projects that revitalising 14,000 hectares of fish farms along Java’s northern coast will require about 83,300 workers across the supply chain. The ministry is also developing integrated shrimp farming in East Sumba and expanding inland aquaculture, programmes expected to create further jobs while requiring technical and business skills.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:39 WIB
Tasya Farasya’s New Home Sparks Controversy After Cracks Appear; Contractor Speaks Out
Beauty influencer Tasya Farasya’s newly occupied home has developed numerous cracks, prompting questions about the construction and a public response from contractor PT Hashimawira Bersaudara (HWB). HWB says the project began as a renovation in 2022, expanded into a new four-storey build, and was halted in September 2025 after Farasya ended the contract; it says handover documents remain unsigned and that unfinished mechanical, electrical and plumbing work could pose problems.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:39 WIB
Rupiah May Remain Above Rp18,000 Until the End of 2026 as US Dollar Strengthens
The rupiah is forecast to trade at Rp18,000–Rp18,100 per US dollar in the fourth quarter of 2026, with a downside scenario of Rp18,350, amid persistent global and domestic pressures. A strong dollar, high US interest rates, elevated oil prices and foreign capital outflows could weigh on Indonesia’s currency, while Bank Indonesia may use intervention and hedging instruments to limit volatility.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:38 WIB
Hundreds of Joint Personnel Clean Beach at Plaza Kalibaru in Cilincing
Around 450 personnel took part in a beach clean-up at Plaza Kalibaru, North Jakarta, organised to mark the 81st anniversary of the Marine Corps and promote protection of coastal ecosystems. The event also included free medical services and food-package distribution for local residents.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:37 WIB
Governor Pramono expands collaboration to boost Jakarta’s competitiveness
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung said the provincial government is strengthening collaboration with investors to support growth, create jobs and help the capital reach its goal of becoming one of the world’s top 20 global cities by 2045. Investment reached IDR 249.3 trillion in January–September 2026, while the city’s economy grew 5.52 per cent in the second quarter; officials are seeking investment across sectors including transport, water management, healthcare and digital infrastructure, with benefits such as technology transfer and stronger MSMEs.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:36 WIB
Indonesia seeks to expand handicraft exports to Canada
Indonesia is seeking to expand its exports to Canada by improving businesses’ competitiveness and production capacity, while promoting goods including food and beverages, machinery, electronics and palm oil derivatives. The Indonesia-Canada Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement is scheduled to enter into force on 1 December 2026; bilateral trade reached US$3.51 billion in January-August 2026, up 15.5 per cent year on year.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:35 WIB
Halal Economy Worth Rp4,900 Trillion: What Can Islamic Banks Do?
Indonesia’s halal economy accounts for around 27% of GDP, or more than Rp4,900 trillion, yet Islamic banks have not fully tapped its potential to finance productive sectors. The Financial Services Authority (OJK) has introduced rules separating deposits from investment products, aiming to channel more risk-sharing investment funds into MSMEs, manufacturing and halal value chains.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:35 WIB
Minister Yandri Urges Action on Stunting from Root Causes to Outcomes
Village and Disadvantaged Regions Development Minister Yandri Susanto says stunting prevention must tackle its underlying causes, including poverty, health and education, through coordinated work across government and communities. The initiative supports national targets to reduce stunting to 17.5% in 2026 and 5% by 2045, as part of the Indonesia Emas 2045 vision.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:34 WIB
Jayapura Regional Hospital Named Main Teaching Hospital for Cenderawasih University Medical School
Jayapura Regional Hospital has been designated the main teaching hospital for Cenderawasih University’s Faculty of Medicine under a 2026 Health Ministerial Decree. The arrangement will centralise clinical training for medical students at the hospital, supporting efforts to improve medical education and develop Papua’s health workforce.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:33 WIB
Metro Jaya Police Rotate 198 Personnel, Several Posts Change Hands
Metro Jaya Police have issued a transfer and rotation order covering 198 mid-ranking and junior officers, including changes to strategic posts at the regional force and its local commands. The force said the moves form part of personnel career development.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:32 WIB
Minister: Korea–Indonesia Smart Factory ODA Strengthens Cooperatives’ Digital Transformation
A three-year South Korea–Indonesia development assistance programme has concluded after helping cooperatives and small businesses adopt digital technologies, including AI and smart-factory systems. Indonesia’s Cooperatives Minister Ferry Juliantono said the project’s training centre and lessons should be expanded, while officials highlighted technology transfer and plans for deeper bilateral cooperation.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:30 WIB
Video: AAUI Urges Higher Standards, Better Governance and Improved Insurance Services
The Indonesian General Insurance Association (AAUI) says efforts to improve quality, governance and service are important for strengthening the insurance sector and public confidence. The remarks were made at CNBC Indonesia Awards 2026, which recognised insurance businesses with positive performance and contributions to economic growth.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:30 WIB
Housing Ministry budget realisation reaches 68.79% as of 1 November
The Housing Ministry said it had realised 68.79% of its budget as of 1 November and is targeting 97.37% by the end of 2026. Its home-renovation assistance programme has made physical progress on 332,453 of 400,000 targeted homes, with regional and implementing-unit performance varying across the country.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:30 WIB
Minister: Tackling Poverty Must Be the Starting Point for Reducing Stunting
Village and Disadvantaged Regions Minister Yandri Susanto says efforts to reduce stunting must address its underlying causes, including poverty, health and education, rather than focusing solely on malnutrition. The government is pursuing a coordinated prevention and reduction programme in villages, with economic activity and employment seen as important ways to alleviate poverty.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:30 WIB
Property Expert Says Gen Z Prefer to Rent Homes in These Areas
Young Indonesians, particularly unmarried people in their twenties, are increasingly choosing rentals over buying as urban house prices rise and affordable homes are pushed to the outskirts. Property analyst Panangian Simanungkalit says the government should build affordable rental flats on unused state-owned land near public transport, while noting that demand for home ownership may grow when young people start families.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:30 WIB
Sukoharjo Islamic Boarding School Search Draws Scrutiny as Child Commission Urges Police Oversight
Indonesia’s Child Protection Commission (KPAI) has called on the National Police Commission and police internal affairs to investigate alleged procedural breaches during a search of a girls’ Islamic boarding school in Sukoharjo. KPAI says the pre-dawn operation, involving armed officers and the questioning of child witnesses, may have caused fear and psychological harm, and stresses the need to protect children’s rights throughout law enforcement proceedings.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:29 WIB
Makassar City Government Converts Terminal Company into a Regional Corporation, Opening Up Investment Opportunities
Makassar is proposing to convert its Terminal Makassar Metro regional public company into PT Makassar Membangun Indonesia, a regional corporation intended to attract third-party investment and make better use of municipal assets. Mayor Munafri Arifuddin says the new structure would enable more flexible business-to-business partnerships while retaining public-service responsibilities and broadening the company’s activities beyond terminal management.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:28 WIB
Indonesia steps up freight oversight ahead of 2027 zero-overloading target
Indonesia’s Directorate General of Land Transportation says more than 676,000 freight vehicles were found violating rules between January and 30 October, with documentation offences and overloading accounting for nearly all violations. Oversight coverage rose to 8.91 per cent of daily commercial traffic in 2026, while authorities use weigh-in-motion technology at 11 stations as they work towards the 2027 zero-overloading and oversizing target.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:28 WIB
KPK Goes to Hong Kong to Question Former Tax Official Haniv’s Daughter
Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) questioned Feby Paramita, daughter of former senior tax official Muhammad Haniv, at the Indonesian Consulate General in Hong Kong in a corruption-gratuity investigation. The case alleges Haniv received at least Rp20.7 billion from companies, including Rp700 million allegedly channelled to his daughter’s fashion business.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:28 WIB
Barantin and KP2MI Agree to Share Facilities at Airports and Seaports
Indonesia’s quarantine agency and migrant worker protection ministry have agreed to share facilities at airports and seaports to improve services and protection for Indonesian migrant workers. The arrangement is intended to help officials respond more quickly to arrivals, including workers needing assistance after deportation, and forms part of efforts to provide protection throughout the migration process.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:28 WIB
Puan Says State Power Must Derive Its Legitimacy from the People
DPR Speaker Puan Maharani told the 2026 Habibie Democracy Forum that state power must be legitimised by, accountable to and exercised for the people. She argued that democracy must go beyond political rights to deliver social justice and prosperity, while addressing inequalities that prevent people from exercising their rights meaningfully.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:28 WIB
Eisenkot’s Dilemma: Refuses to Govern with Netanyahu but Must Form a Coalition with Arab Parties
Yashar leader Gadi Eisenkot has reportedly ruled out joining a government led by Benjamin Netanyahu, even if US President Donald Trump were to ask him to do so. Election results have left no bloc with a majority, making Arab party support potentially decisive despite opposition figures’ reluctance to rely on it.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:28 WIB
KAI and Housing Ministry Step In to Improve Kampung Bahari
PT KAI and the Ministry of Housing and Settlement Areas will begin clearing rubbish and improving Kampung Bahari after a police raid linked to suspected drug trafficking. Officials say the work must be coordinated and humane, with comprehensive resident data collection and possible expansion of a home-renovation programme for the area.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:27 WIB
The 3.20am Raid
A police search of a girls’ Islamic boarding school in Sukoharjo has prompted allegations of intimidation and procedural violations involving 12 students aged 10–16 and four female teachers. Although the National Police chief has removed four local officers pending an ethics inquiry, the article questions the Central Java police chief’s account of the operation and calls for scrutiny of both its legal basis and how it was carried out.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:26 WIB
Israeli Arab Party Calls for Opposition to Unite to Oust Netanyahu
Joint List leader Yousef Jabareen says Israel’s opposition must accept the parliamentary arithmetic and work with Arab parties if it is to replace Benjamin Netanyahu, whose coalition fell short of a majority in the 27 October election. Arab parties hold 19 seats combined, potentially giving the opposition the numbers to reach the 61-seat threshold, although some opposition leaders remain wary of such an alliance.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:26 WIB
Safeguarding Trust and Savings in Cooperatives
Indonesia is considering a deposit-guarantee scheme for savings and loan cooperatives, after major defaults left members facing losses estimated at Rp26 trillion. The article argues that any scheme must be phased, risk-based and independently governed, with sound oversight and provisions tailored to Sharia cooperatives, to protect members without creating excessive fiscal costs or encouraging reckless lending.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:25 WIB
Government Steps Up Efforts to Open Overseas Digital Markets for Indonesia’s Flagship Products
Indonesia’s Trade Ministry is seeking to expand digital trade cooperation with members of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), using the B57+ Business Leaders’ Summit in Istanbul to build networks and explore partnerships. Deputy Trade Minister Dyah Roro Esti Widya Putri said digital technology, cross-border payment connectivity and access to market information can help Indonesian businesses reach international customers, with young people and ASEAN’s digital initiatives offering further opportunities.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:25 WIB
Prabowo Invites URI Students to Jakarta Presidential Palace
President Prabowo Subianto has invited students taking part in the Indonesia Future Leaders President’s Programme at the newly established Universitas Republik Indonesia (URI) to meet him at the Jakarta Presidential Palace. The programme is intended to prepare outstanding graduates for roles in national strategic initiatives, while the university is being developed as part of a wider effort to train future leaders.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:25 WIB
National Content Requirement of 60% for Electric Cars to Take Effect Next Year, DEN Says
Indonesia plans to require electric cars to meet a 60% domestic-content threshold from next year, including local assembly of battery packs, with the target rising to 80% by 2029. The policy is intended to deepen the domestic EV manufacturing and battery supply chain, supported by a growing market that sold around 100,000 electric cars last year.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:24 WIB
KPK Chief Opens Up About Djarum Case, Under Investigation Since September
KPK chief Setyo Budiyanto says an investigation into suspected excise-duty irregularities involving a Djarum-affiliated company has been under way since September, despite the first searches only taking place last week. The commission has not named any suspects and is examining seized documents and electronic evidence; preliminary estimates put potential state losses in the trillions of rupiah.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:24 WIB
JCI Falls to 4,917 as Analyst Warns of Risk-Off Sentiment and Capital Outflows
The Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) has come under pressure from portfolio rebalancing, profit-taking and persistent risk aversion, with an analyst warning that volatility may remain elevated if it cannot consistently reclaim the 5,000 level. A sustained recovery will depend on stronger investor confidence, rupiah stability and capital-market reforms, while foreign selling, global interest rates and geopolitical developments remain key risks through the end of 2026.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:24 WIB
OJK: Salam Emerges as a Sharia Banking Product Recording Significant Growth in 2026
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) says Salam financing grew 27.57 per cent year on year, amid continued expansion in Indonesia’s Islamic banking sector. At its 2026 annual meeting, the regulator also introduced three product guidelines intended to strengthen financing for the real economy.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:24 WIB
Marine Corps Soldiers Donate Blood to Meet Public Demand
Indonesian Navy Marine Corps personnel and members of the public took part in a nationwide blood donation drive across five locations, with 1,511 participants. The collected blood will be handed to the Indonesian Red Cross and distributed to people in need, including for humanitarian missions and disaster response.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:23 WIB
Prabowo to Address Hundreds of URI Students at the Palace
President Prabowo Subianto is due to address 375 participants in the President’s Programme for Future Leaders (P3MD), a training initiative for professionals from state-owned enterprises and top graduates from universities across Indonesia. The visit follows discussions with URI Governor Donny Ermawan on the programme and progress on the university’s building project.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:22 WIB
Religious Affairs Ministry unveils five Teachers’ Day programmes
Indonesia’s Religious Affairs Ministry has outlined five programmes for National Teachers’ Day 2026, involving more than 1.1 million teachers and educators across its Islamic and non-Islamic education units. The events will include environmental and team-building activities, a national symposium on AI-assisted learning, ceremonies and awards, with special recognition for teachers serving disaster-hit and disadvantaged regions.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:22 WIB
Motorbike Gang Attacks Young Man in Central Lombok
A 26-year-old man from Praya was assaulted by a group of motorbike riders at an intersection in Puyung village, Central Lombok, with the incident captured on CCTV and widely shared online. Police are investigating and say accounts of where the assault occurred differ, while they examine whether a personal dispute may have motivated the attack.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:21 WIB
Forest and Land Fires, Foreign Assistance and the Test of State Capacity
The 2026 forest and land fires prompted Indonesia to deploy tens of thousands of personnel and a large air fleet, while Japan and Malaysia offered additional operational support. The article argues that accepting carefully controlled foreign assistance can strengthen, rather than undermine, sovereignty, and calls for clear triggers, faster decisions and deeper regional cooperation to manage cross-border haze.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:21 WIB
Minister Says Kadin Law Revision Should Align with MSME Interests
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Minister Maman Abdurrahman says the revision of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) Law should reflect the needs of MSMEs. The government is supporting accelerated deliberations, with the Investment Ministry leading the process, and Maman says the revised law should protect and empower businesses of all sizes.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:20 WIB
KKP to Build 1,369 Fishing Villages in 2026 Under Two Concepts
Indonesia’s Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries plans to develop 1,369 Red and White Fishing Village sites during 2025–2026, using hub and supporting-village models with different levels of infrastructure. The programme is expected to benefit about 563,600 fishers and, including their families, around 2.2 million people, while also stimulating economic activity in surrounding areas.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:20 WIB
Safe Schools, Children Who Dare to Speak Out
Surabaya is stepping up efforts to prevent bullying by mobilising 3,856 classroom teachers and 283 guidance and counselling teachers, alongside regular communication between schools and parents. The initiative comes amid PISA findings that bullying remains common among Indonesian pupils and that many feel unsafe in areas of school beyond the classroom; its success will depend on early detection, trusted support and reliable follow-up of reports.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:18 WIB
Prabowo to brief participants in future leaders programme
President Prabowo Subianto is scheduled to brief hundreds of participants in the first cohort of the President’s Programme for Indonesia’s Future Leaders at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta. The initiative is intended to identify talent for future leadership, with senior ministers and officials also invited to attend.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 15:18 WIB
East Jakarta City Administration Steps Up Security at Cawang Urban Forest to Prevent Indecent Acts
East Jakarta’s Makasar subdistrict public order officers are increasing patrols at Cawang Urban Forest for a week after a video circulated online alleging suspicious activity there. Officials said joint patrols have found the area safe and orderly, and that the measures are intended to protect public comfort and the green space’s function.