Archive: 4 November 2026
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Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:52 WIB
Alternative Ports Prepared to Ease Congestion on the Ketapang–Gilimanuk Route
The government is preparing three alternative ports and 13 ferries to manage an expected rise in vehicle traffic during the 2026 Christmas and 2027 New Year holiday period. The plan is intended to reduce queues on the main Ketapang–Gilimanuk crossing, with port facilities and local traffic management also set to be improved.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:51 WIB
Cianjur Investment Realisation Reaches Rp2.3 Trillion in 2026
Cianjur Regency recorded Rp2.3 trillion in investment realisation through the third quarter of 2026, equal to 66 per cent of its Rp3.5 trillion annual target. The local investment agency expects to meet or exceed the target by year-end, with domestic investment led by the food industry and foreign investment by leather goods and footwear manufacturing.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:50 WIB
KP2MI Calls for Optimising KUR to Ease Migrant Worker Placement
The Ministry for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers (KP2MI) is seeking to expand the use of People’s Business Credit (KUR) to help prospective migrant workers cover the costs of taking up jobs overseas. The scheme has a Rp443.5 billion allocation, with 84.5 per cent disbursed, and is intended to provide safer financing and reduce reliance on illegal, high-interest loans.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:50 WIB
Unexpectedly, Former Israeli Military Officials Rally to Defend Palestinians
Around 30 former senior Israeli military officials have joined Palestinian farmers near Qusra in the occupied West Bank to help harvest olives amid rising settler violence. Israeli rights group Yesh Din recorded 180 physical attacks on Palestinian olive harvesters in the first 35 days of the harvest season, while the legality of Israeli settlements remains disputed internationally and by Israel.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:49 WIB
Viral Video Shows Meatball Soup Waste Dumped into Drain Outside Semarang Home, Residents Protest
Residents in Srondol Wetan, Semarang, confronted staff from a meatball stall over soup and washing water allegedly being poured into a roadside drain, causing a persistent unpleasant smell. Semarang’s Environmental Agency and local officials mediated after the dispute went viral, while a resident said the problem had continued for some time.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:49 WIB
Indonesian Navy Confirms Troop Deployment to Jakarta
The Indonesian Navy has confirmed moving a large number of personnel to Jakarta, saying the deployment is intended to maintain national stability and public security and is being conducted under applicable law. Its spokesperson did not disclose the number of troops or the specific security threat, and said the movement is also linked to upcoming military exercises in Tangerang and Pandeglang.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:49 WIB
US Values ASEAN Partnership Through Long-Term Ties and People-to-People Relations
US Ambassador to ASEAN Kevin Kim said Washington measures its relationship with the bloc through enduring partnerships and people-to-people connections, citing extensive student and exchange-program links. The US has launched a commemorative logo and batik design ahead of the 50th anniversary of US-ASEAN dialogue relations in 2027, while reiterating its support for ASEAN centrality and regional stability.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:46 WIB
Unair Patriot Expedition trains poultry farmers in Parigi Moutong to boost egg production
Airlangga University’s Patriot Expedition team is training layer-hen farmers in Parigi Moutong, Central Sulawesi, in flock management, biosecurity and the use of locally sourced feed. The programme aims to improve egg output, reduce disease-related losses and strengthen village economies through practical skills and farmer groups.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:45 WIB
Health Ministry Deploys Multidisciplinary Health Workers to Seven Provinces Hit by Forest Fires
The Health Ministry has deployed health workers with a range of specialisms and sent medical supplies to seven provinces affected by haze from forest and land fires. The response includes millions of masks, oxygen equipment and medicines, alongside disease monitoring and a network of health facilities and emergency services.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:45 WIB
Special Summit to Mark 50 Years of ASEAN-US Partnership to Be Held Separately in 2027
ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn says a special summit marking five decades of ASEAN-US cooperation will take place separately from the bloc’s regular summit with the United States in 2027. The anniversary meeting is intended to renew their shared vision and set the direction for future ties, alongside plans to expand cooperation across security, trade, technology and other areas.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:45 WIB
Central Java Police Arrest Admin and Recruiter in MLM-Style Online Gambling Endorser Scheme
Central Java Police have arrested a 28-year-old woman suspected of managing and recruiting Instagram endorsers to promote online gambling websites through a tiered, MLM-like arrangement. The case highlights how gambling promotion networks recruit intermediaries and pay them commissions, while police have warned the public against social-media job offers promising easy income.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:43 WIB
How to Tell If Your Phone Is Being Spied On Without Your Knowledge
Spyware and stalkerware can expose a phone’s location, messages and other personal information, but battery drain, overheating or increased data use alone do not prove surveillance. The article outlines checks for suspicious apps, permissions and account activity on Android and iPhone, and recommends cautious security steps—particularly where the suspected monitoring may involve someone known to the user.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:42 WIB
Wiretapping Scandal Adds to Market Jitters, Threatens Investor Confidence
Foreign investors recorded net sales of Rp575 billion as the IDX Composite fell 3.78 per cent amid news of alleged illegal wiretapping targeting President Prabowo Subianto, government officials and business leaders. Business groups warn that the case could expose confidential corporate information and undermine trust in Indonesia’s investment climate, calling for a transparent, evidence-based investigation through proper legal and institutional channels.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:42 WIB
Herbal Remedies Offered as an Alternative for Children’s Health Ahead of the Rainy Season
A traditional-medicine doctors’ association has presented herbal preparations that may be used as a complementary option to help maintain children’s health and ease mild symptoms during the seasonal transition. The recommendations include a honey, onion and ginger syrup for children aged one to 12, and turmeric milk for babies aged six months to one year, alongside advice on balanced nutrition, rest, hygiene and adequate fluids.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:41 WIB
Ombudsman to Monitor 2026 Academic Ability Test to Protect Students’ Rights
Indonesia’s Ombudsman will monitor the 2026 Academic Ability Test (TKA), drawing on problems identified at 54 schools in 2025, including technical failures, inadequate facilities, alleged question leaks and unequal treatment. The watchdog will also open a complaints channel and urge organisers to provide transparent explanations and make-up schedules when disruptions affect students.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:40 WIB
South Korea’s Imported Car Sales Surge 29.3%
Imported passenger-car registrations in South Korea rose 29.3% year on year in October to 31,117, driven by strong demand for electric vehicles and German luxury models. Tesla led foreign brands, while battery-electric and hybrid vehicles together accounted for more than 92% of sales.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:40 WIB
Seven Aircraft Hit by Simultaneous Bomb Threats: A Timeline of Events
At least seven passenger aircraft operating across Europe received bomb threats, prompting diversions, fighter-jet escorts and temporary airport closures. All threats were declared hoaxes after searches found no explosives, while authorities continue to investigate whether the incidents were connected.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:39 WIB
LSP Named as Suspect: Coordinating Minister Says This Is an Opportunity to Reform the Police
Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs Dudung Abdurachman says the naming of a former senior police officer, identified by the initials LSP, as a suspect in an alleged wiretapping case should serve as an opportunity to strengthen and reform the National Police. He says the government will monitor the legal process and urges the public not to spread or be swayed by unverified information.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:39 WIB
Indonesia Has the World’s Largest Nickel Reserves; Bahlil to Curb Production to Prevent Prices from Slumping
Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia says Indonesia will use its RKAB work plans and budgets to rein in nickel output amid an estimated 800,000-tonne global surplus, which has pushed prices below US$16,000 per tonne. The government also wants to deepen nickel downstream processing beyond semi-finished goods, aiming to protect prices and preserve the value of the country’s finite mineral reserves for future generations.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:39 WIB
Economist: Financial stability must be accompanied by improvements in the real economy
CORE economist Yusuf Rendy Manilet says the financial system’s stability in the third quarter of 2026 needs to translate into stronger conditions in the real economy, particularly household consumption and purchasing power. He warns that a backward-looking assessment may miss emerging market pressures, including a weaker rupiah, a falling stock index and rising government borrowing costs.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:39 WIB
Gold Consumption in China Rises in First Nine Months of 2026
China’s gold consumption edged up 0.28% year on year to 684.623 tonnes in the first three quarters of 2026, as strong demand for bars and coins offset a sharp fall in jewellery purchases. Domestic mine output declined amid safety measures and maintenance stoppages, while overseas production by major Chinese gold producers expanded; China also added 103.26 tonnes to its reserves.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:38 WIB
Government considers extending free BPJS cover to the eighth decile
The government is studying plans to extend subsidised BPJS Kesehatan contributions to people up to the eighth welfare decile, with central and regional governments sharing the cost. Two funding models are under discussion, with implementation targeted for 2027 or 2028, as officials work to improve the accuracy of beneficiary data.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:37 WIB
Pelaga Eco Park’s 2018 Business Identification Numbers Have Yet to Be Migrated; Owner to Be Summoned
Badung officials say Pelaga Eco Park holds two business identification numbers issued under the 2018 OSS 1.1 system that have not been migrated to the current OSS RBA platform. The regency plans to summon the owner to verify outstanding permits, including building, operational, spatial-use and environmental approvals, after a landslide at the glamping site left two people missing.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:35 WIB
RSM Indonesia Opens China Desk to Target Chinese Companies Doing Business in Indonesia
RSM Indonesia has established a China Desk in partnership with RSM China to support Chinese companies investing and operating in Indonesia. The service will provide Mandarin-language communication and audit, tax, corporate and business advisory support amid regulatory changes and strong Chinese investment flows.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:34 WIB
Billions-of-Rupiah ‘Fixer’ Fees Paid to Former Deputy Attorney General’s Associate Leave Judge Curious
A company director told a Jakarta court he paid Rp 22.5 billion to lawyer Ferry Yanto Hongkiriwang for legal advice, but could not recall what assurances led him to agree to the fee. The hearing also disclosed multi-billion-rupiah legal fees paid to firms linked to other defendants in corruption cases, including for matters involving Jiwasraya, the MBZ elevated toll road and Waskita Beton Precast.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:34 WIB
Pelindo Deploys Tugboats Ahead of Christmas and New Year Transport Period
PT Pelindo Marine Service is placing tugboats and operational crews on standby across its network of 57 operating areas ahead of the 2026 Christmas and 2027 New Year travel period. A fire-and-evacuation drill at Tanjung Perak Port tested coordination between maritime agencies, with two tugboats assigned firefighting and vessel-stabilisation roles.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:34 WIB
Why Are Young People Drawn to Online Loans and PayLater? Five Reasons
Surveys indicate that online loans and PayLater are widely used by young Indonesians, for reasons ranging from urgent expenses and limited income to convenience, promotions and lifestyle spending. The article outlines the risks of accumulating repayments and late fees, and urges users to check providers’ legality, understand all charges and borrow only within their means.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:34 WIB
PNM targets 1.7 million underprivileged women for subsidised loans
PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) aims to provide financing to 1.7 million underprivileged women by the end of 2026 through the Kredit Perempuan Prasejahtera programme, backed by Rp2.62 trillion in government interest subsidies. The scheme offers an 8 per cent flat annual rate and requires lenders to provide regular business mentoring, financial literacy and capacity-building support.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:31 WIB
Yoshinoya Updates Service Concept and Adds Menu Options in Kemanggisan
Yoshinoya has introduced self-ordering kiosks and QR-code ordering at its Kemanggisan outlet in Jakarta, alongside a range of new dishes and drinks. The update, launched in November 2026, is accompanied by a promotional discount of up to 50%, as the Japanese restaurant chain continues to operate more than 200 outlets across 45 Indonesian cities.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:30 WIB
WWF-Indonesia Promotes Landscape-Based Finance for Sustainable Plantations
WWF-Indonesia is calling for landscape-based finance to boost plantation productivity while safeguarding forests, water resources and biodiversity. The approach would combine public and private funding and include smallholders in decision-making, amid pressure to raise productivity without expanding into natural ecosystems and meet stricter global sustainability requirements.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:30 WIB
Military Court Hears Case of Sergeant Who Shot Private at Close Range in Palembang
A military court in Palembang has begun hearing the case against Sergeant Muhammad Rafy Ronald, who is accused of fatally shooting Private Feriskal Alfarizy Albesa at a café. Prosecutors allege the shot was fired from about half a metre during a brawl, and that the defendant later asked a witness to bury the firearm to conceal evidence.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:30 WIB
BNPPDT to Fast-Track Operations at Entikong International Cargo Terminal
The National Agency for Border and Remote Area Management (BNPPDT) is coordinating with relevant ministries and agencies to resolve regulatory, infrastructure and service-governance barriers to opening the Entikong International Cargo Terminal. The facility is intended to improve cross-border trade and logistics, strengthen export-import management and expand economic activity in border communities.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:30 WIB
Indonesia’s Neighbour on Alert: Mass Emergency Survival Drill to Be Held
The Philippines will hold a nationwide earthquake and tsunami preparedness exercise on 5 November, with a full-scale simulation in Santa Ana, Cagayan, based on a magnitude 8.5 quake. The drill will test emergency warnings, evacuation, mass-casualty response and other disaster-management capabilities, as the country marks World Tsunami Awareness Day 2026.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:30 WIB
Three-Hectare Sinkhole Appears in Central Aceh, Cutting Inter-District Access
A sinkhole estimated to cover three hectares and reach depths of 50 to 100 metres has opened in Pondok Balik village, Central Aceh, swallowing parts of residents’ plantations. The collapse has also severed a road linking neighbouring districts, disrupting local mobility and daily activities.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:28 WIB
Legislator Urges Probe into Listyo and Colleagues’ Motive for Tapping Prabowo, Calling It a Serious Violation
TB Hasanuddin, a member of the Indonesian House of Representatives’ Commission I, has called for a thorough investigation into the motive behind alleged illegal surveillance of President Prabowo Subianto, describing it as a serious violation of constitutional rights. The remarks follow police naming three people, including former National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo, as suspects in alleged illegal tapping and electronic-data offences.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:27 WIB
Soekarno Foundation: Digital space is the geopolitics of the 21st century
Rommy Soekarno warned that digital and outer-space domains have become central arenas of geopolitical competition, urging Indonesia to strengthen its control over data, AI, cybersecurity and satellite capabilities. Former Lemhannas chief Andi Widjajanto also warned that quantum computing could undermine conventional encryption in the 2030s, and called on Gen Z to advance technological capacity and complete Indonesia’s democratic consolidation.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:27 WIB
Deputy Agriculture Minister: Indonesia to Boost Soybean Production to Curb Imports
Indonesia is stepping up efforts to raise domestic soybean productivity and reduce reliance on imports, with a 50,000-hectare support programme planned for 2026. Grobogan in Central Java will serve as an initial development site, with the government targeting yields of three tonnes per hectare through improved cultivation and collaboration with Gadjah Mada University.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:26 WIB
Indonesia’s Herbal Industry Faces Quality Challenges Despite Abundant Natural Resources
Indonesia’s rich biodiversity and long tradition of using medicinal plants offer substantial opportunities for the herbal industry, from domestic sales to exports. However, inconsistent raw-material quality—shaped by growing conditions and harvest timing—remains a major obstacle to producing reliable products across the supply chain.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:25 WIB
Backing Coordinating Minister Bahlil, ARF Says Natural Resource Profits Must Return to Indonesia
Golkar economist Abdul Rahman Farisi has backed Bahlil Lahadalia’s call for Indonesian natural resources to be exported directly to destination markets, saying this would strengthen national control over commodity trade and increase domestic gains. Indonesia’s exports reached US$282.91 billion in 2025, and Farisi argues that greater participation in shipping, insurance, finance and other export services could help ensure more of that value stays in the country.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:23 WIB
Metro Jakarta Police Hold Free Health Checks for Kampung Boncos Residents
Metro Jakarta Police have provided free health checks, medicines and circumcision services in Kampung Boncos as part of efforts to address social needs after a major anti-drugs raid. Officers are also mapping residents’ employment and skills needs, with plans to arrange vocational training and help market locally made products to support lasting efforts against drug trafficking and misuse.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:22 WIB
Karawang Police Arrest Motorcycle Theft Gang; One Suspect Shot
Karawang Police have arrested three alleged members of a motorcycle theft gang, while a fourth suspect remains at large. One suspect was shot in the leg after allegedly attempting to flee on a stolen motorcycle, and officers seized eight motorcycles in total.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:20 WIB
AHY Condemns Alleged Presidential Phone-Tapping, Says Case Must Be Fully Investigated
Democratic Party chairman Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono has condemned alleged illegal surveillance targeting President Prabowo Subianto and other public figures, calling for investigators to establish who was targeted, who ordered it and why. Former president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono also voiced concern over the political climate and urged Prabowo to restore civilised politics, as police have named and detained three suspects in the alleged illegal tapping and electronic-data offences.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:19 WIB
LPEI and Maybank Indonesia raise export financing facility to Rp1.5 trillion
Indonesia Eximbank (LPEI) and Maybank Indonesia have increased their export financing facility to Rp1.5 trillion, strengthening support for Indonesia’s national export programme. The facility offers conventional and sharia financing under one limit and includes a sustainability loan sublimit for ESG-based projects.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:18 WIB
Ombudsman: Local Governments Urged to Strengthen Essential Logistics Systems During Disaster Emergencies
Indonesia’s Ombudsman has urged local governments to improve the provision of basic supplies during forest and land fire emergencies, citing uneven readiness across regions. West Kalimantan was praised for coordinating clean-water supplies, while South Kalimantan was judged insufficiently prepared; assessments in five other provinces remain incomplete.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:17 WIB
Ombudsman calls for stronger regional disaster agencies and coordination
Ombudsman RI says disaster response in several provinces is hampered by weak local capacity and ineffective coordination, with some governments relying heavily on national agencies. It recommends strengthening BPBD institutions and leadership, providing dedicated funding, and closer integration with BNPB to improve preparedness and public protection.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:17 WIB
MPR Speaker Says Road Improvements Are Key to Supporting Investment in Lampung
MPR Speaker Ahmad Muzani says repairing and widening Lampung’s roads is essential to attract investment and connect agricultural production centres with distribution hubs and tourism areas. Lampung Governor Rahmat Mirzani Djausal points to the province’s 5.29% year-on-year growth in the second quarter of 2026 and says investment should help develop processing industries that add value to local commodities.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:17 WIB
AMGM Director Says AKBP Muhaemin Received Money from Regent LAZ
A court witness has testified that North Lombok Police Chief AKBP Muhaemin received a total of Rp85 million, allegedly on the orders of former West Lombok Regent Lalu Ahmad Zaini, in 2024 and 2025. During the same hearing, a judge urged prosecutors to examine the possible involvement of two witnesses who allegedly received money or benefits connected to the bribery case.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:16 WIB
Three Ports to Be Prepared to Ease Congestion on Ketapang–Gilimanuk Route During Christmas and New Year
The government plans to activate three alternative ports during the 2026–27 Christmas and New Year holiday period to divert traffic from the busy Ketapang–Gilimanuk crossing. The plan includes 13 ferries, capacity for up to 500 vehicles at each port, and a proposal to make fares free to encourage motorists to use the alternative routes.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:14 WIB
Anti-Islam Texas Governor Ousted in US Midterm Elections
Democrat Gina Hinojosa has defeated three-term Republican Governor Greg Abbott, ending the party’s three-decade hold on the Texas governorship, according to US media projections. Her victory, alongside other Democratic gains, was attributed in part to strong Latino turnout driven by concerns about living costs, public schools and immigration enforcement.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 21:13 WIB
Analyst: Strengthening chilli distribution supports purchasing power and protects farmers
CORE Indonesia researcher Eliza Mardian says faster distribution from surplus areas, better price monitoring and broader market interventions are needed to keep chillies affordable while safeguarding farmers’ incomes. Red chillies and bird’s eye chillies were major contributors to October 2026 inflation, with retail prices well above government reference ceilings; she also called for stronger farmer cooperatives, processing and storage to curb price swings.