Archive: 4 November 2026
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Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:08 WIB
Economist proposes suspending asset seizures during election years
University of Indonesia economist Fithra Faisal Hastiadi has proposed temporarily freezing asset-seizure efforts during election years to prevent law enforcement from being politicised. He also called for regular reviews, limited application based on case size and national consensus, and said the Attorney General’s Asset Recovery Agency should manage seized assets without using seizure targets as performance indicators.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:07 WIB
Indonesia Seeks Direct Palm Oil Exports to Boost Returns
Food Coordinating Minister Zulkifli Hasan said Indonesia wants to sell crude palm oil directly to end buyers rather than route exports through neighbouring countries, aiming to capture more value from its commodities. He also called for stronger food security and higher productivity in agriculture, livestock and fisheries to reduce reliance on imports and aid.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:07 WIB
Kadin Raises Concerns Over Alleged Illegal Wiretapping of Businesspeople, Stresses Need for Legal Certainty
Kadin Indonesia says allegations of illegal wiretapping targeting businesspeople warrant serious attention because communications security and business confidentiality underpin legal certainty and a healthy investment climate. The organisation calls for a transparent, evidence-based legal process that respects the presumption of innocence, warning that prolonged political turmoil could undermine business and investor confidence.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:07 WIB
Prabowo’s Reaction on Learning He Had Been Tapped by Listyo Sigit’s Officials
State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi said President Prabowo Subianto was deeply concerned after learning of an alleged attempt to tap him by an institution under his authority. Prabowo has instructed National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto to ensure an objective law-enforcement process in accordance with the law, with nothing concealed.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:06 WIB
Prabowo Concerned by Alleged Wiretapping Case Involving Listyo Sigit and Others
State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi says President Prabowo Subianto is deeply concerned over an alleged unauthorised wiretapping operation targeting him, which the palace considers a serious threat to state security. Prabowo has signed a decree dismissing presidential chief of staff Listyo Sigit Prabowo and appointed Lieutenant General Ariyo Windutomo as acting chief, while three people have been named suspects.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:06 WIB
Ombudsman Investigates Impact of Forest and Land Fires on Public Services
Indonesia’s Ombudsman has launched field investigations in nine provinces to assess how forest and land fires are affecting public services, residents’ safety and access to basic needs. The inquiry follows a month of initial monitoring and will examine both the underlying causes of fires and the public-sector response, including possible systemic problems where disruptions recur.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:05 WIB
Forestry Ministry and Indonesian Navy Crack Down on Illegal Merbau Timber Trade
The Forestry Ministry and Indonesian Navy have seized 23 containers of merbau timber in Surabaya amid an investigation into suspected timber laundering originating in Nabire, Central Papua. Seven containers allegedly carried forged documents, and investigators are tracing the supply chain and recipients as they consider advancing the case to a formal investigation.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:05 WIB
Indonesia seeks direct palm oil exports to boost returns
Indonesia is seeking to export palm oil and other strategic commodities directly, after officials said exports routed through neighbouring countries cost the country value. Zulkifli also highlighted food import dependence and called for better productivity through mechanisation, technology and improved production management, linking these priorities to economic stability and national sovereignty.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:05 WIB
Indonesia’s Bioethanol Price Rises to Rp11,955 per Litre for November 2026
The Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry has set the November 2026 market index price for bioethanol at Rp11,955 per litre, up from Rp11,604 in October. The new price took effect on 1 November and is based on an average molasses price and the rupiah exchange rate over specified reference periods.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:04 WIB
Palace Says Alleged Wiretapping by Listyo Could Amount to Treason and Endanger State Leaders
The Palace says an alleged illegal surveillance operation targeting President Prabowo Subianto could amount to treason and threaten national interests and the safety of state leaders. Prabowo has dismissed Listyo Sigit Prabowo as Presidential Chief of Staff after police named him and two other senior officers as suspects in the case, which allegedly took place between 2025 and 2026.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:03 WIB
Indonesia records US$6.95 billion in foreign capital inflows
Indonesia received about Rp126 trillion (US$6.95 billion) in foreign capital inflows between January and October 2026, Finance Minister Suahasil Nazara told President Prabowo Subianto. The government aims to strengthen the stock market’s role alongside government and central-bank securities, while prioritising foreign direct investment to fund tangible projects and support sustained economic growth.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:02 WIB
Academic Says Alleged Wiretapping by Listyo and Others Threatens State Stability
Academic Achmad Baidowi has urged President Prabowo Subianto to replace the Head of the Presidential Staff Office after police named three people, including General Listyo Sigit Prabowo, as suspects in an alleged illegal wiretapping and electronic-data deletion case. Baidowi says the alleged surveillance could breach legal safeguards and bureaucratic ethics, and undermine political stability and the integrity of state information.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:01 WIB
Magelang Hospital Executives Suspected in Rp 22 Billion Fake BPJS Claims Case; Mother and Son
Prosecutors in Magelang have detained the director and deputy director of Padma Lalita Muntilan General Hospital over alleged fictitious BPJS claims worth Rp 22.1 billion. The suspects are a mother and son; the director’s lawyer says they plan to seek a suspension of her detention, citing her willingness to co-operate and medical needs.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:00 WIB
Freeport Indonesia: DSI Will Not Extend the Bureaucratic Chain
Freeport Indonesia chief executive Tony Wenas says channelling strategic natural resource exports through Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia (DSI) should not add layers of bureaucracy, describing DSI as an export agent. The government’s phased single-channel policy currently covers coal, crude palm oil and ferroalloys, with full implementation targeted by 1 January 2027 to strengthen oversight and improve Indonesia’s bargaining position.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 13:00 WIB
Are QRIS Transactions Taxable? The Tax Office Explains
Indonesia’s Directorate General of Taxes says domestic payments made using QRIS are not automatically subject to VAT under the foreign digital transaction collection system. VAT under the system may apply when QRIS is used to pay for digital goods or services supplied from abroad; the agency says the rules introduce no new tax on domestic QRIS transactions.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:58 WIB
Democratic Party Praises Police Chief for Uncovering Alleged Presidential Wiretapping Case, Calls for Full Investigation
Democratic Party secretary-general Herman Khaeron praised the police for exposing an alleged illegal wiretapping case involving President Prabowo Subianto, while calling for a transparent investigation into its purpose and those behind it. The article also reports that police named three people as suspects and that Prabowo dismissed Listyo Sigit Prabowo from his post as Presidential Chief of Staff.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:58 WIB
Foreign Investors Buy Rp268.67bn of Shares as IDX Composite Falls, Favouring These 10 Stocks
Foreign investors recorded a net purchase of Rp268.67 billion during the first trading session on Wednesday, despite the IDX Composite falling 0.88% to 4,860.94. Bank stocks led the net-buy list, with Bank Central Asia and Bank Rakyat Indonesia at the top, while Bank Mandiri saw the largest net selling.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:57 WIB
A psychologist’s advice on living more rationally
Psychologist Daniel Marston says rational thinking can help people understand the realities they face, but facts alone do not tell them what to do. A clearer sense of personal values, meaning and purpose can help guide a response, including accepting circumstances that cannot be changed for now.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:57 WIB
PKSS donates KN95 masks and milk to fire-hit Central Kalimantan
Human resources company PKSS donated KN95 masks and milk to the Central Kalimantan provincial government to help protect Palangka Raya residents from health risks linked to wildfire smoke. Separately, Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni said the government was tightening security at former wildfire sites with warning signs to deter unauthorised activity and support monitoring and rehabilitation.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:56 WIB
Profile: Lieutenant General Ariyo Windutomo, Acting Head of the Presidential Staff Office Replacing Listyo Sigit
President Prabowo Subianto has appointed Lieutenant General Ariyo Windutomo as acting head of the Presidential Staff Office, following the dismissal of Listyo Sigit Prabowo, who has reportedly been named a suspect in a wiretapping case. Windutomo, a 1996 Military Academy graduate and former senior official at the Defence Ministry, was serving as Presidential Secretariat head before his appointment.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:55 WIB
Livestock Feed Truck Overturns on Amlapura–Denpasar Route
A truck carrying livestock feed overturned on the Amlapura–Denpasar road in Karangasem, Bali, scattering sacks across the carriageway and temporarily disrupting traffic. No one was injured, and police said the truck was recovered and traffic returned to normal; losses were estimated at Rp500,000.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:55 WIB
Food and Beverage Industry: The Backbone of Indonesian Manufacturing, Employing 6.9 Million
Indonesia’s food and beverage industry contributed 41.86% of non-oil and gas manufacturing GDP in the first half of 2026 and generated a trade surplus of nearly US$25 billion in January-August. The sector grew 6.77%, attracted Rp47.74 trillion in investment and employed 6.9 million people, with the government seeking to strengthen productivity, local supply chains and the production of intermediate goods.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:54 WIB
Electrical Short Circuit Sparks House Fire in Tanjung Priok
An electrical short circuit is suspected of causing a fire at a two-storey house in North Jakarta’s Tanjung Priok district. Firefighters deployed 13 vehicles and 60 personnel to extinguish it; no one was injured, although losses were estimated at Rp253 million.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:54 WIB
Foreign Minister Leads Coordination on Cross-Border Forest and Land Fires
Foreign Minister Arrmanatha Nasir chaired an inter-ministerial meeting to strengthen Indonesia’s response to forest and land fires and cooperation with regional partners, following President Prabowo Subianto’s instructions. The meeting also advanced plans for an Indonesia-Singapore joint task force to promote responsible business practices and improve information-sharing on fires with cross-border impacts.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:49 WIB
Minister Muhaimin urges Islamic boarding schools to nurture resilient, self-reliant entrepreneurs
Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Abdul Muhaimin Iskandar has called on pesantren to help train students to become entrepreneurs and economic actors after graduation. He said sustained mentoring, stronger education and infrastructure, market access, and collaboration with state-owned enterprises could help turn local economic potential into businesses that support the national economy.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:48 WIB
2026 China Apple Annual Conference and Qingyang Apple Conference Officially Opens
The 2026 China Apple Annual Conference and Qingyang Apple Exhibition opened in Qingyang, highlighting digital and intelligent technologies as drivers of higher-quality development in the apple industry. Qingyang says its apple sector spans 1.33 million mu, generates more than 12.5 billion yuan across the value chain and supports livelihoods for over 300,000 people, with exports reaching 13 countries.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:48 WIB
Prabowo’s Attendance at ASEAN Summit: Foreign Ministry Awaits Palace Confirmation
Indonesia’s Foreign Ministry is awaiting confirmation from the Presidential Palace on whether President Prabowo Subianto will attend the 49th ASEAN Summit in Manila on 15–17 November. Preparations are continuing, with the summit also set to address regional challenges, Timor-Leste’s integration and leadership aspirations, and the signing of 154 outcome documents.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:47 WIB
Cruise ship leaves Cambodia after forcing hundreds of passengers off
The Villa Vie Odyssey left Sihanoukville without passengers after its Florida-based operator suspended operations, citing rising fuel costs linked to the Iran war. More than 200 long-term residents were disembarked; around 100 remain in Cambodia, while the ship’s onward destination and the future of its residential cruise are unclear.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:46 WIB
33 Injured in Clashes at Protest Against Andrea Bocelli Concert in Jakarta
Thirty-three people, including security personnel and members of the public, were injured when a protest against Andrea Bocelli’s concert at JIExpo in Jakarta turned violent. Police said three people remained hospitalised and that no arrests had been made after the crowd was dispersed.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:45 WIB
UI and BNPB Help Sukabumi Residents Build Post-Disaster Resilience
Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) and the University of Indonesia are supporting residents of Kampung Haji in Sukabumi as they rebuild social life after a ground movement disaster. The programme provides resources to community groups and disaster-preparedness equipment, aiming to strengthen local solidarity, self-reliance and future resilience.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:45 WIB
What Is LIMS in the Prabowo Wiretapping Case? The Facts
An alleged illegal wiretapping operation targeting President Prabowo Subianto and other public figures reportedly exploited the Lawful Interception Management System (LIMS) by registering phone numbers without the required verification or court authorisation. The case has highlighted the role of LIMS in managing lawful interception and the need for independent oversight of the system.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:44 WIB
Listyo Sigit Drawn into Wiretapping Case as House Commission I Urges Prabowo to Revoke Mahaputera Star
A member of the House of Representatives’ Commission I has urged President Prabowo Subianto to consider revoking former National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo’s Bintang Mahaputera Adipurna honour after he was named a suspect in an alleged illegal wiretapping case involving the President. The lawmaker says the honour carries moral responsibilities and has called for an objective review under the framework of Indonesia’s honours law.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:44 WIB
Magelang Hospital Executives Named Suspects in Rp22bn Fake BPJS Claims Case
Prosecutors in Magelang have named the director and deputy director of Padma Lalita Hospital suspects over allegedly submitting fictitious claims to Indonesia’s National Health Insurance programme, causing state losses of Rp22.19 billion. Investigators say 16,930 fake eligibility documents were generated for patients who had not received treatment, and the two suspects have been detained for 20 days.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:44 WIB
Three Suspects in Illegal Export of Indonesia’s ‘Treasure’ Referred to Pangkalpinang Prosecutors
The Attorney General’s Office has handed three suspects in an alleged corruption case involving rare-earth mineral exports to prosecutors in Pangkalpinang. Investigators say the suspects manipulated sampling and export verification documents, while a customs official approved shipments despite known rare-earth content; the case will now be prepared for trial.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:43 WIB
President Prabowo Deeply Concerned by Alleged Wiretapping Case
President Prabowo Subianto has expressed deep concern over a case involving alleged illegal wiretapping, deletion of electronic evidence and unauthorised access targeting the head of state and other figures. Three police personnel have been named suspects, while Prabowo has signed a decree dismissing Listyo Sigit Prabowo as Presidential Chief of Staff and appointed Ariyo Windutomo as acting chief; the government says public services will not be affected.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:43 WIB
Palace Says Alleged Tapping Case Involving Listyo Sigit and Others May Amount to Treason
State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi said alleged illegal surveillance of President Prabowo Subianto and other officials could endanger state interests and potentially point to treason. His remarks contrast with Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra’s position that the suspects have so far been charged under interception and cybercrime provisions, not treason statutes, while the investigation remains at an early stage.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:42 WIB
Indonesia needs stronger anti-espionage laws, says UI expert
Experts and a lawmaker have called for Indonesia to strengthen its legal framework against espionage, particularly as digitalisation makes sensitive economic, political and other information easier to steal and harder to detect. Proposals include clarifying espionage definitions in the Criminal Code, enforcing existing laws more effectively or drafting a dedicated anti-espionage law.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:41 WIB
Crowd Removes Vice-President Gibran’s Photograph at DIY DPRD Office
Members of the DIY National Forum briefly removed Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s photograph during a visit to the Yogyakarta regional assembly, as they called for his impeachment and for former president Joko Widodo to be prosecuted over disputed education credentials. The dispute has gained fresh momentum after Indonesia’s Supreme Court ruled that Gibran’s high-school education equivalency certificate, used for his 2024 vice-presidential candidacy, was invalid; the ruling’s political implications remain contested.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:41 WIB
Prabowo Dismisses Listyo Sigit as Presidential Chief of Staff, Appoints Ariyo Windutomo as Acting Head
President Prabowo Subianto has removed General Listyo Sigit Prabowo from his post as Presidential Chief of Staff and appointed Lieutenant General Ariyo Windutomo as acting head. The move follows police allegations that Sigit and two other generals illegally tapped the President’s telephone number, prompting the government to say it had coordinated with the police chief to maintain public services.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:40 WIB
Israel Tells US Iran May Use Chemical Weapons
Israel has warned the United States that Iran may be preparing to use chemical weapons against its adversaries, but reportedly provided no supporting evidence, prompting scepticism among US and Gulf officials. The dispute comes as Washington weighs the risks of further escalation with Tehran and highlights the influence intelligence claims can have on decisions about military action.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:39 WIB
SBY Stunned by ‘Wild’ Politics, Says Any Means Are Being Used to Gain Power
Former president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has condemned what he described as increasingly ‘wild’ Indonesian politics, warning that the pursuit of power appears to justify any means and could leave citizens afraid and unsettled. His remarks followed reports of illegal surveillance targeting President Prabowo Subianto and other figures, as well as a Supreme Court ruling concerning the Vice-President’s educational certificate.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:37 WIB
Lampung Police Uncover Suspect in Counterfeit Money Distribution Plot
Lampung police say they have detained a second suspect in a counterfeit-currency case, following an earlier arrest in Bakauheni. They allege Rp50 million in fake banknotes was to be taken to Jakarta and distributed around a planned demonstration on 28 October 2026; the investigation is continuing to identify the alleged organisers and producers.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:36 WIB
Jokowi to Attend Roy Suryo Hearing as Police Prepare Security at East Jakarta District Court
Former president Joko Widodo is expected to testify in separate defamation hearings involving Roy Suryo and Doctor Tifa at the East Jakarta District Court on 5 November. Police will deploy three security rings, including uniformed and plain-clothes officers, with additional support from the Jakarta Metro Police’s Mobile Brigade and public-order units.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:35 WIB
Official Biodiesel Price Falls by Rp14,312 per Litre in November 2026
Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry has set the biodiesel market index price at Rp14,312 per litre for November 2026, down from Rp15,072 in October. The price is calculated under rules governing the mandatory biodiesel programme, using a conversion component of US$85 per tonne of crude palm oil and transport costs.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:34 WIB
Prabowo Appoints Ariyo Windutomo as Acting Presidential Chief of Staff, Replacing Listyo Sigit
President Prabowo Subianto has appointed Presidential Secretariat chief Lieutenant General Ariyo Windutomo as acting Presidential Chief of Staff after signing a decree dismissing General Listyo Sigit Prabowo from the post. Listyo and two other police officials have been named suspects in a case involving alleged illegal wiretapping, electronic data deletion and unauthorised access, and are being held at National Police headquarters.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:33 WIB
Ariyo Windutomo Appointed Acting Presidential Chief of Staff, Replacing Listyo Sigit
President Prabowo Subianto has appointed Lieutenant General Ariyo Windutomo as acting head of the Presidential Staff Office after dismissing Listyo Sigit Prabowo from the post. The move follows Listyo’s designation as a suspect in an alleged illegal wiretapping case, according to State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:33 WIB
Open-source and digital governance in focus as World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit opens
The 2026 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit opened in Zhejiang on 3 November, bringing together representatives from governments, technology communities, academia and international organisations to discuss digital development and cyberspace governance. Its record 27 sub-forums will address issues including AI interoperability, open-source ecosystems, security and ethics, while an exhibition highlights AI technologies and China's pilot base for AI application testing.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:32 WIB
State Palace Also Questions Why Listyo Sigit and Others Tapped President Prabowo
State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi says the government is awaiting police investigators’ findings into alleged illegal surveillance of President Prabowo and other public figures, while questioning the motive. He said the alleged conduct could amount to treason and endanger national security; police have named three generals as suspects.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:31 WIB
Prabowo Dismisses Listyo and Appoints Ariyo Windutomo as Acting Presidential Chief of Staff
President Prabowo Subianto has dismissed Listyo Sigit Prabowo as Presidential Chief of Staff and appointed Presidential Secretariat chief Ariyo Windutomo to serve in an acting capacity. The move follows the naming of several individuals, including the office-holder, as suspects in an alleged illegal surveillance and electronic evidence deletion case involving the president and other figures.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 12:30 WIB
Palace: President Prabowo ‘Extremely Concerned’ over Alleged Wiretapping Case
President Prabowo Subianto has expressed profound concern over alleged illegal wiretapping involving him and several other figures, with three police generals reportedly named as suspects. Following the case, Prabowo has dismissed Listyo Sigit Prabowo from his post as Presidential Chief of Staff and appointed Lieutenant General Ariyo Windutomo as acting chief.