Archive: 3 November 2026
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Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:16 WIB
Vantage Markets Expands into Indonesia, Relying on Global Trading Platform
Global multi-asset broker Vantage Markets has entered Indonesia through PT Vantage Markets Futures, initially focusing on gold trading via MetaTrader 5 and its web platform. The company says it will invest in local teams, customer service and investor education, and states that it has obtained relevant approvals from Indonesian regulators.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:16 WIB
UNM and Bank Muamalat to Hold Community Service Programme in Bogor Village
Universitas Nusa Mandiri and Bank Muamalat will run a community empowerment programme in Cibentang, Bogor, focusing on digital literacy, administrative efficiency and financial management. The initiative will involve village officials, youth groups, Posyandu volunteers, MSMEs and university staff, with the aim of fostering a sustainable, digitally capable and economically resilient village.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:15 WIB
OJK Reveals MNC Bank’s Position Following Bankruptcy Rumours
OJK says it has found no serious solvency concerns at MNC Bank and has urged customers not to be alarmed by unverified rumours. The regulator is monitoring the bank as it seeks to address reports of customers experiencing difficulties withdrawing or transferring funds.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:15 WIB
SME Ministry Urges Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises to Seize Priority Mining Permit Area Opportunities
Indonesia’s Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises is encouraging local small and medium-sized businesses to apply for priority mining permit areas under laws passed in 2025. The ministry says it will support eligible businesses with verification, ESG guidance, financing and partnerships, while permit holders must involve local micro and small enterprises in their supply chains and community economic programmes.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:15 WIB
Cirebon City Government Tests Underground Ducting System for Telecommunications Cables
Cirebon’s municipal government is trialling a 12-kilometre underground ducting system to reduce cluttered overhead telecommunications cables and improve public safety. The project is being funded by Apjatel and telecommunications operators, not the city budget, with priority given to main roads before any expansion into residential areas.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:14 WIB
Apple Builds Up Component Stockpiles to Weather Surge in Memory Prices
Apple sharply increased its component inventory to US$14.54 billion in the fourth quarter, as it sought to secure supplies and limit the impact of soaring global memory prices. The company also raised purchase commitments, while its chief operating officer signalled that higher device prices may be considered; iPad sales fell short of analysts’ expectations amid supply constraints.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:14 WIB
Japan Sends Three Researchers to Explore Forest Restoration in Jambi
Three Japanese researchers have visited Durian Rambun village in Merangin, Jambi, to assess the potential for forest restoration and rehabilitation. The visit follows diplomacy by the Merangin administration and could lead to international cooperation to conserve forests that support Kerinci Seblat National Park, local watersheds and community-managed customary fishing areas.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:14 WIB
Police: Prabowo Wiretapping Was the Work of Individuals, Not Institutional Policy
The National Police say alleged illegal wiretapping of President Prabowo Subianto and other prominent figures was carried out by individuals for personal reasons, rather than under institutional policy. Three senior officers have been detained and face charges carrying potential prison terms of up to 10 years, while another senior official remains a witness.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:14 WIB
Former KPK Investigator Reportedly Drawn into Case over Alleged Presidential Wiretapping
An investigation into alleged illegal wiretapping of President Prabowo Subianto and other senior officials has led to the detention of three police generals, while a former KPK investigator from the police is also reportedly being pursued. Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra said the three detentions followed police examinations and sufficient preliminary evidence, and that the suspects’ rights were being upheld under the new Criminal Procedure Code.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:13 WIB
Yusril: Alleged Bugging of President Prabowo Is No Trivial Matter, but a Serious Issue for the State
Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra says allegations that President Prabowo Subianto and several ministers were bugged raise serious national security concerns. He says the National Police chief should explain the source of the alleged surveillance, while investigators must pursue the matter following a police report.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:12 WIB
Muhaimin Urges Islamic Boarding Schools to Develop Coffee Businesses as an Economic Driver
Co-ordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Abdul Muhaimin Iskandar has encouraged Islamic boarding schools to develop coffee businesses to create income and stimulate local economies. He highlighted Al Hikmah 2’s model of combining religious education and practical skills, and said productive ventures based on local potential can help expand community welfare.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:12 WIB
BI records US$52.6 billion in LCT transactions through September
Bank Indonesia recorded US$52.6 billion in local currency transaction (LCT) value through September, more than double the US$25.7 billion logged during the whole of 2025. The central bank is expanding cooperation with seven partner countries and offering hedging-premium incentives to promote local-currency use, foreign-exchange diversification and rupiah stability.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:10 WIB
Mystery Surrounds Helicopter Crash That Killed Six Without a Distress Signal
Investigators have found no Mayday call before a helicopter crash in Uttarakhand that killed the pilot and five passengers, and are examining whether a sudden event or poor weather caused the accident. The crash has also halted charter helicopter services for the remainder of this year’s Char Dham pilgrimage season, after regulators required two pilots on each flight.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:09 WIB
Indonesia and Switzerland establish strategic partnership in artificial intelligence
Nongsa Digital Park in Batam has signed an agreement with Swiss sovereign cloud and AI provider PHOENIQS AG to develop sovereign AI capabilities in Indonesia, targeting Southeast Asian markets. The partnership will support sovereign AI data-centre capacity for sectors including banking, telecommunications and manufacturing, with pilot projects planned in Batam and Singapore.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:09 WIB
LPS Says 25 Million Adults Do Not Have Bank Accounts
Indonesia’s Deposit Insurance Corporation (LPS) says around 25 million people aged over 17 lack a bank account. The government plans to allocate an initial Rp1.28 trillion to open accounts for people in the lowest four income deciles, aiming to raise financial inclusion from 93 per cent to nearly 99 per cent.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:08 WIB
Police Have Questioned 10 Witnesses and Three Experts in Prabowo Tapping Case
Indonesia’s Criminal Investigation Agency says it has questioned 10 witnesses and three expert witnesses and seized electronic devices in an investigation into alleged illegal surveillance and access involving President Prabowo Subianto and other public figures. Three police officers have been named as suspects, accused of ordering surveillance unrelated to law enforcement and deleting electronic logs to cover their tracks.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:08 WIB
Government Urges Public to Trust Police to Investigate Illegal Tapping
Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra has urged the public to trust the National Police’s investigation into alleged illegal tapping involving three police personnel. He said President Prabowo Subianto was committed to professional law enforcement, while the three suspects have been detained pending the investigation.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:08 WIB
Prabowo urges P3MDI participants to uphold integrity and build their capabilities
President Prabowo Subianto urged the first cohort of Indonesia’s Future Leaders Programme (P3MDI) to develop integrity, competence and a strong national outlook before entering the workforce. The programme’s roughly 400 selected graduates will undergo six months of training and two months of internships before being assigned to state-owned enterprises or national strategic programmes.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:07 WIB
Indonesia’s October inflation remains within target range at 3.23 per cent: Government
Indonesia’s October inflation was 3.23 per cent, within the government’s 1.5–3.5 per cent target range, Deputy Finance Minister Suahasil Nazara said after briefing President Prabowo Subianto. Manufacturing activity also strengthened, with the Purchasing Managers’ Index rising to 54 in October from 52 in September, signalling expectations of higher demand and production.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:07 WIB
Police: Three Suspects in Illegal Wiretapping Case Targeted President and Civil Society Groups
Indonesia’s Criminal Investigation Agency says three suspects allegedly carried out unauthorised wiretaps of the President, state officials, politicians, media figures, civil society organisations and businesspeople, then deleted the recordings to conceal their tracks. The case has prompted scrutiny over compliance with police interception rules, and the suspects face multiple charges carrying prison terms of up to 10 years.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:07 WIB
Confucian Teachings Align with Environment Ministry’s Ecological Repentance Movement
The head of Indonesia’s Confucian council says harming nature is a grave moral offence under Confucian teachings, which regard filial disobedience towards the Earth as a serious violation. The remarks came during a meeting with Environment Minister Moh Jumhur Hidayat, held to strengthen interfaith collaboration for the National Ecological Repentance Movement.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:07 WIB
Listyo Sigit and Others Named Suspects in Prabowo Tapping Case; Habiburokhman Calls for Transparent Legal Process
Police have named three people, including senior police officers Listyo Sigit Prabowo, Eko Hadi and Ahrie Sonta, as suspects in an alleged illegal phone-tapping case involving President Prabowo Subianto and other public figures. DPR Commission III chairman Habiburokhman says he respects the investigation and has called for the legal process to be professional, objective and transparent.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:07 WIB
Illegal Wiretapping Case: Three Articles Under Which Listyo Sigit, Ahrie Sonta and Eko Hadi Are Charged
Former National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo and two other officers have been named as suspects in an alleged illegal wiretapping and unauthorised access case, with President Prabowo Subianto reportedly among the targets. Investigators cite three provisions carrying maximum prison terms of six to ten years, and allege that phone numbers were added to a surveillance system without verification before recordings were ordered deleted.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:06 WIB
Muhammadiyah to Provide Legal and Psychological Support to Hamalatul Qur’an Female Students
Muhammadiyah says the 12 female students at Hamalatul Qur’an Islamic boarding school need both legal assistance and psychological support, with their emotional wellbeing and sense of safety taken into account. Its Central Board and Central Java legal aid team visited the school to seek clarification and help ensure the students’ rights are protected.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:06 WIB
LPS Records 14 Rural Banks Closed Between January and October 2026
Indonesia’s Deposit Insurance Corporation (LPS) says 14 conventional and sharia rural banks were ordered into liquidation from January to October 2026, up from eight in the first half of the year. Governance problems remain the main cause of failures; 62,971 customer accounts are eligible for guaranteed payouts, with Rp643.94 billion paid so far from Rp1.9 trillion in eligible deposits.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:05 WIB
Listyo Sigit’s Career: A Long Police Career Since the Jokowi Era, Now Caught Up in a Presidential Wiretapping Case
Former National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo has been named a suspect in an alleged illegal wiretapping operation targeting President Prabowo Subianto and a range of other public figures and organisations. Investigators say the surveillance was conducted without legal procedures and that files were allegedly deleted to conceal it; the case also marks a dramatic turn for an officer who rose through the police ranks before becoming Presidential Chief of Staff.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:05 WIB
325 Hectares of Forest in Mount Halimun Salak National Park to Be Restored
Some 325 hectares of forest in Mount Halimun Salak National Park are slated for restoration in 2026–2027, with around 120,000 trees to be planted and local forest-farmer groups involved. The work is intended to rehabilitate degraded land, improve wildlife habitat and forest connectivity, including for the Javan leopard, while also creating opportunities for nearby communities.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:04 WIB
President Prabowo Allegedly Bugged; Former Police Chief Listyo Sigit Faces Three Charges Carrying Up to 10 Years in Prison
Police investigators have named presidential chief of staff and former National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo and two other officers as suspects over alleged unauthorised phone tapping targeting President Prabowo and a range of public figures. Investigators say the suspects bypassed required procedures, used a lawful-interception system without verification and later deleted electronic records; the supplied report says they face three charges but does not specify the provisions.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:04 WIB
New Loudspeakers Delivered to Masjid Al-Falah After Shooting Damage as Religious Affairs Minister’s Special Adviser Calls for Tolerance
Religious Affairs Minister’s Special Adviser Gugun Gumilar has provided replacement loudspeakers to Masjid Al-Falah in South Tangerang after its equipment was reportedly damaged in a suspected shooting. He urged residents to avoid speculation, preserve social harmony and allow police to investigate transparently, stressing that the state must protect people of all faiths.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:03 WIB
Ferdinand Hutahaean Says Prabowo Wiretapping Case May Be an Attempted Coup
Lawyer Ferdinand Hutahaean has called for a deeper investigation into the alleged illegal wiretapping of President Prabowo Subianto, describing it as a possible attempt to undermine the president and government. Police have named three people as suspects in the case, including Presidential Chief of Staff General Listyo Sigit Prabowo, and are investigating whether others used or received the intercepted information.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:03 WIB
KTM Updates Duke 200 with New Technology
KTM has refreshed the Duke 200 in India with electronic features including a bidirectional quickshifter, traction control and two riding modes, while leaving its engine and mechanical specification unchanged. The updated model is priced at 207,140 rupees, an increase of 1,552 rupees; its availability in the United States remains uncertain.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:03 WIB
Said Iqbal Calls for Zero Tax on Sanitary Pads and Old-Age Benefits
Presidential labour and workers’ welfare adviser Said Iqbal has urged the government to abolish tax on sanitary pads and workers’ Old-Age Security (JHT) withdrawals, arguing that both serve essential needs. He also proposed raising the non-taxable income threshold to Rp7.5 million a month and gradually eliminating taxes on holiday allowances, pension benefits and severance pay to protect workers’ purchasing power.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:03 WIB
Yusril Explains Why Suspects in Prabowo Wiretapping Case Have Not Been Charged with Treason
Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra says three police officers, including an active general, are facing charges related to illegal interception and access rather than treason over the alleged wiretapping of President Prabowo Subianto. Investigators say phone numbers were placed on a police-owned surveillance device without verification, and the inquiry remains at an early stage as authorities examine the motive and purpose of the interceptions.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:03 WIB
Police Arrest 23 Junior and Senior High School Students over Mataram Brawl
Police detained 23 students in Mataram on suspicion of involvement in a brawl behind a state kindergarten, after a tip-off from the public. The students and their motorbikes were taken to the police station for questioning and guidance, while their schools were called in to help prevent a repeat incident.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:03 WIB
Nusantara Youth Expo Becomes a Space for Collaboration and Youth Creativity
The Nusantara Youth Expo brought together more than 1,000 people in Metro for activities spanning entrepreneurship, education, health, and the arts. Local officials and organisers said the event offers young people an inclusive platform to showcase their work, build networks and contribute to regional development.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:03 WIB
Disaster-Hit Regions Can Declare an Emergency Response, Says PRR Task Force
Home Affairs Minister Muhammad Tito Karnavian says areas hit by further disasters can reinstate emergency status even as Sumatra’s wider recovery enters the rehabilitation and reconstruction phase. The measure is intended to speed up repairs and relief by enabling local governments to use contingency funds and helping ministries bypass lengthy procurement procedures; the government has earmarked about Rp100.1 trillion for the 2026–2028 recovery plan.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:02 WIB
Yusril: The President, Ministers and Political Party Figures Were Tapped; I Don’t Know Whether the Vice-President Was Too
Yusril Ihza Mahendra said President Prabowo Subianto had been informed that he was among those illegally wiretapped, while Yusril did not know whether Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka was also targeted. Police have named three senior officers as suspects over alleged unlawful surveillance and access to communications affecting a range of public figures and organisations.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:02 WIB
Full Statement: Police Name Listyo Sigit and Others as Suspects in Prabowo Wiretapping Case
Indonesia’s National Police have named three officers, including National Police Chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo, as suspects over alleged unlawful wiretapping of President Prabowo Subianto and other public figures from 2025 to October 2026. Investigators say phone numbers were placed on a surveillance system without legal authorisation and that recordings and logs were later deleted; the suspects face charges carrying prison terms of up to 10 years.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:02 WIB
Three Suspects in President’s Phone-Tapping Case Face 10 Years in Prison
Indonesia’s National Police have named three suspects in an alleged illegal wiretapping and communications-access case, and say they each face up to 10 years in prison. The suspects are being held at police headquarters; authorities have not disclosed their alleged roles, but say the tapping was ordered outside official procedures.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:02 WIB
Bangka Belitung Legal Office Provides Assistance on Dual Citizenship
The Bangka Belitung Regional Office of the Ministry of Law is advising a resident of Bangka Regency whose citizenship background is linked to Indonesia and the United Kingdom. The assistance is intended to clarify the applicant’s legal status and explain the relevant documents, rules and administrative steps.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:01 WIB
KAI to add 7,000 daily seats under new intercity train timetable
KAI will introduce 39 additional train trips under its 2026 timetable from 1 December, adding 7,000 daily seats and bringing intercity capacity to nearly 140,000. The expansion responds to projected annual passenger growth of 8–12%; the state-owned railway has served more than 440 million passengers through October and expects to exceed 500 million by year-end.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:01 WIB
Crowds Protest, Call for Andrea Bocelli Concert in Jakarta to Be Cancelled
Dozens of Muslim activists protested in Jakarta, urging organisers to cancel Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli’s concert over what they say are links to Israel. The demonstration framed the demand as an expression of solidarity with Palestinians amid the continuing humanitarian crisis; the Indonesian Ulema Council has also called for the concert to be cancelled.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:00 WIB
West Jakarta City Government to Build Three Pump Houses to Tackle Flooding in Daan Mogot
West Jakarta’s Water Resources Sub-agency is building three pump houses along Jalan Daan Mogot, with work scheduled to continue until the end of 2027. Mobile pumps will be deployed to manage flooding during construction, while the city also plans regular, integrated sediment-clearing operations through December 2026.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:00 WIB
Betawi Ballet Explores a Blend of Traditional Betawi Dance and Ballet
Betawi Ballet presented a creative exploration combining traditional Betawi dance movements with ballet in Jakarta. The project, organised by Baleri, the Jakarta Culture Office and Swarga Loka, is a step towards a joint performance planned for the city’s 500th-anniversary celebrations in June 2027.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 21:00 WIB
Accused of Stealing Rp114 Trillion, North Korea Calls US Claims Absurd
North Korea has rejected US allegations that it was behind a US$6.3 billion hack of Binance, calling the accusations absurd as the exchange copes with withdrawals and seeks to restore customer confidence. Analysts say North Korean cybercrime generates funds for the country’s weapons programmes, while Binance’s net outflows have begun to stabilise.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 20:59 WIB
Indonesia Holds First Patent Business Forum to Boost Commercialisation
Indonesia has launched its first Patent Business Forum, bringing together more than 3,000 inventors and industry participants to improve the commercial use of patents, currently estimated at less than 5 per cent. Officials said the forum aims to connect patent holders with businesses, investors and financiers, while strengthening research, innovation and protection against illegal use.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 20:58 WIB
BPOM and WHO Strengthen Traditional Medicine Surveillance to Unlock Economic Potential
Indonesia’s BPOM and the WHO are working to improve post-market monitoring of traditional medicines and supplements, with the aim of ensuring product safety and supporting growth in the sector. BPOM chief Taruna Ikrar estimates Indonesia’s traditional medicine economy could be worth about US$20 billion, while current domestic data put its value at nearly Rp6 trillion.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 20:58 WIB
Yusril Says Prabowo Knew He Was Targeted by Police Generals’ Phone Tapping
Yusril Ihza Mahendra said President Prabowo Subianto had been informed that he was among those whose communications were intercepted by senior police officers. Police have named three generals as suspects over alleged tapping carried out in 2025–2026, while Yusril declined to discuss the method used.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 20:58 WIB
Lemhannas urges Sabang free port in Aceh to become international hub
Lemhannas is urging the development of Sabang’s free-port area in Aceh as an international trade hub and energy logistics base, citing its strategic position on the busy Strait of Malacca. The initiative, which could include a planned investment by UAE-based Mubadala Energy in a shorebase, is expected to support jobs, local businesses and energy distribution while strengthening maritime oversight.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 20:57 WIB
Profile: Ahrie Sonta, Suspect in Prabowo Wiretapping Case
Inspector General Ahrie Sonta, currently head of the National Police Headquarters’ Legal Division, has been drawn into an alleged wiretapping case involving President Prabowo Subianto. The article outlines his police career, including senior roles, service as one of Prabowo’s aides and investigations into major drug-trafficking cases.