Archive: 5 November 2026
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Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:15 WIB
British National Who Defecated During Nusa Penida Theft Trial Sentenced to Six Months
An Indonesian court has sentenced British national Mosopefoluwa Ayomikun Oyelola to six months in prison for theft in Nusa Penida, well below the prosecution’s 10-month demand. Prosecutors have yet to decide whether to accept the ruling or pursue further legal action; the trial drew attention after Oyelola repeatedly disrupted proceedings, including by defecating during an online hearing.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:15 WIB
Asset Forfeiture Bill Could Enable Victims of Investment Scams to Recover Their Losses
A draft asset-forfeiture bill under discussion by Commission III of the House of Representatives and the Government would allow assets seized from investment-scam perpetrators to be distributed directly to victims. The proposal responds to complaints that proceeds currently enter state coffers first, delaying compensation, and could extend beyond corruption cases to other qualifying crimes.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:15 WIB
Prabowo Sets Aside Rp2 Trillion for Gambir Station Revitalisation Project
President Prabowo Subianto has discussed plans to revitalise Gambir Station, with an investment of around Rp2 trillion and a two-year implementation period. The project is intended to integrate the station with the National Monument (Monas) area and connect it to the western corridor of Jakarta’s MRT network.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:14 WIB
Metro Jaya Mobile Brigade officers clean East Jakarta District Court grounds during security duty
Metro Jaya Police Mobile Brigade officers cleaned the area around the East Jakarta District Court while providing security during a public demonstration. The police said the effort reflects a commitment to community service and urged demonstrators and the public to maintain cleanliness and order, while reminding residents that the free 110 hotline is available for police assistance.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:14 WIB
Former National Police Chief Suspected of Tapping President; Jokowi: ‘Let Us Follow the Legal Process’
Former president Joko Widodo has urged all parties to follow the ongoing legal process amid allegations that former National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo tapped President Prabowo Subianto. Asked whether the alleged surveillance could amount to treason, Jokowi repeated his call for the legal process to run its course and declined to comment further.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:13 WIB
How Compensation for Investors Hit by Stock Manipulation Will Work
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) has outlined how it will return illicit gains to investors affected by capital-market violations, with compensation amounts and eligible recipients determined through its investigations. Recovered funds will be distributed proportionally, while the OJK says stronger legal powers and international cooperation are intended to improve enforcement and investor protection.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:13 WIB
Grenade Targets Border Area; Thailand Fires Flares into Myanmar
A rocket-propelled grenade fired during clashes in Myanmar crossed the Moei River and struck a house in Thailand’s Tak Province, damaging its roof and structure but causing no injuries. Thai forces fired illumination flares as a warning, repaired the home and strengthened border patrols while schools and businesses continued operating normally.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:13 WIB
Jokowi Responds to Listyo Sigit Case and Alleged Plot Against Prabowo
Former president Joko Widodo declined to comment in detail on allegations that he was linked to an alleged wiretapping operation targeting President Prabowo Subianto, saying only that the legal process should be allowed to proceed. Police have named Listyo Sigit Prabowo and two other officials as suspects, while the State Secretariat Minister has described the alleged crime as an act of treason.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:13 WIB
Indonesia targets 21 November signing of IEU-CEPA trade pact, says Airlangga
Indonesia aims to sign the IEU-CEPA trade agreement on 21 November, with both sides finalising the English-language documents before review by the European Parliament and ratification in Indonesia. The pact is intended to preserve Indonesian access to the EU market before the country’s preferential GSP tariffs expire on 1 January 2027, and would liberalise around 98 per cent of tariff lines.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:13 WIB
BRIN stresses the importance of sustainable critical mineral management
BRIN says interdisciplinary research and cross-sector cooperation are essential to managing critical minerals sustainably, including developing rare-earth processing technology suited to Indonesia’s resources. The agency also highlights the need for substantial investment and consistent policy, while civil society representatives argue that downstreaming should be judged by stronger enforcement, financial-sector accountability and fairer benefits for affected communities.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:13 WIB
Democrats turn to wide-open 2028 presidential race after midterms
Following sweeping Democratic victories in the US midterms, potential contenders are preparing for a crowded 2028 presidential primary, while the party remains divided over whether to move towards the centre or the left. Republicans face the challenge of finding a successor to Donald Trump who can retain the MAGA base while appealing to voters beyond it; Vice-President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are among the names discussed.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:12 WIB
IDX HSC Committee Reviews Methodology, Could Revise List of HSC Stocks
The Indonesia Stock Exchange’s High Shareholding Concentration (HSC) Committee is reviewing the methodology used to identify HSC stocks, potentially changing the list through additions or removals. The review will also assess stocks previously included in the category and excluded from the Jakarta Composite Index calculation; recommendations are still being discussed by the committee.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:11 WIB
Bomb Hoaxes Target Flights as Italy Scrambles Fighter Jets
A wave of bomb threats against flights across Europe prompted Italian and French fighter jets to escort or divert several aircraft, including services bound for Rome. Authorities inspected the affected planes, while airport operations in Rome were reportedly unaffected; investigators said anonymous threats were sent by email in Italian.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:11 WIB
Kodaeral IX Ambon Completes Forest and Land Fire Response Mission in Central Maluku
The Indonesian Navy’s Kodaeral IX command in Ambon has completed a four-week joint mission to tackle forest and land fires in Saleman, Central Maluku, alongside the Maritime Security Agency (Bakamla). The fires affected an estimated 50 hectares and destroyed more than 5,000 clove and nutmeg trees, with local replanting efforts now under way.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:10 WIB
Jakarta Administration to Tidy 3 Kilometres of Tangled Cables in Kembangan
West Jakarta’s Bina Marga Sub-agency and the Indonesian Telecommunications Network Operators Association are organising overhead cables along a three-kilometre stretch of Jalan Kembangan Raya, as part of a wider 15.5-kilometre programme across six roads. The work includes removing, tidying and eventually relocating telecommunications and fibre-optic networks underground; officials say it should improve safety, mobility and the cityscape.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:10 WIB
Video: US Deputy Secretary of State Discusses Prospects for SpaceX and Other Technology Investment in Indonesia
US Deputy Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg outlined the US commitment to the Indonesia-US Agreement on Reciprocal Trade, including a reported US$33 billion trade deal and a 10% tariff rate. He also highlighted potential US investment and partnerships in AI, semiconductors, coal gasification and other sectors, including opportunities linked to Bali and Indonesia’s planned international financial centre.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:10 WIB
Pertamina Trials Sago in Oil Well Drilling, with Promising Results
Pertamina has successfully tested sago as an input in drilling operations at two oil and gas wells, prompting the Industry Ministry to encourage wider adoption. The ministry plans to issue an Indonesian National Standard (SNI) and may make sago use mandatory, a move that could create significant demand for locally produced sago flour.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:08 WIB
Chinese manufacturers control more than half of overseas battery market
Chinese battery makers supplied 56.4% of electric-vehicle batteries installed outside China in the first nine months of 2026, with installations up 24.7% year on year. CATL led the market, while BYD and smaller Chinese producers also recorded strong growth; the combined share of South Korean and Japanese rivals declined.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:06 WIB
NasDem Says Surya Paloh Was Shocked to Learn of Illegal Wiretapping of Prabowo
NasDem politician Sugeng Suparwoto says party leader Surya Paloh was shocked by allegations that President Prabowo Subianto and other public figures had been illegally wiretapped. NasDem backs the government’s investigation, with Sugeng saying that establishing the motive is vital to maintaining public trust and national solidarity.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:06 WIB
Jokowi Aide and Dumatno to Testify at Roy Suryo Hearing on 11 November
A court in East Jakarta has scheduled testimony from Jokowi’s aide AKBP Syarif Muhammad Fitriansyah, Dumatno and Dian Sandi in the case against Roy Suryo for allegedly spreading false claims about the former president’s degree. The hearing follows Jokowi’s testimony as a witness, while prosecutors accuse Roy of defamation and cite provisions of Indonesia’s Criminal Code and Electronic Information and Transactions Law.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:05 WIB
KP2MI partners with UKI to bridge the global workforce skills gap
The Ministry for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers (KP2MI) has partnered with Universitas Kristen Indonesia (UKI) to develop a Migrant Centre linking graduates’ skills with international labour-market needs. The agreement covers training, foreign-language skills, professional certification and support for safe placement, as the government seeks to move Indonesian migrant workers into medium- and high-skilled roles.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:05 WIB
Plastics Industry Seeks Wider Access to LPG Duty Relief and Asks for Extension
Indonesia’s plastics industry says the zero per cent import duty on LPG has so far benefited only a small number of businesses. Inaplas is urging the government to extend the six-month measure beyond January 2027, or make it permanent, although LPG prices are not always competitive with naphtha.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:03 WIB
Government Debt Reaches Rp10,326.9 Trillion in Q3 2026, Equivalent to 40.30% of GDP
Indonesia’s government debt stood at Rp10,326.93 trillion at the end of September 2026, up Rp33.24 trillion from the previous quarter. Despite the increase in nominal debt, the debt-to-GDP ratio fell to 40.30% from 41.26%, with government securities accounting for 86.79% of the total.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:02 WIB
Reviving West Sumatra’s Railway Glory
Indonesia plans to reactivate disused railway lines in West Sumatra, where only 84 kilometres of a historic 280-kilometre network remain operational. Rising passenger numbers and a possible reopening of the Ombilin coal mine are strengthening the case for restoring the lines and broadening rail services beyond Java.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:01 WIB
Canada to Resume Trade Talks with US After Midterm Elections
Canada will resume trade negotiations with the administration of US President Donald Trump after the midterm elections, Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said. He stressed that discussions are conducted with the US executive branch and that Ottawa will focus on domestic priorities rather than speculate about voters’ choices.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 19:00 WIB
Government Says Free Bank Accounts to Be Launched by the End of 2026
The government plans to launch a free bank-account programme by the end of 2026, targeting 25.16 million people aged 17 and over in the bottom four socioeconomic deciles. Each account will receive an initial balance of Rp50,000, with Rp1.28 trillion allocated as the programme is intended to raise national financial inclusion from 93 per cent to nearly 99 per cent.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:57 WIB
YKAN Says Marine Conservation Can Benefit Communities
The Nusantara Nature Conservation Foundation (YKAN) says newly designated marine protected areas can safeguard biodiversity and sustain fish stocks, while supporting local livelihoods and tourism. The two areas in Maluku and Southwest Papua cover a combined 846,700 hectares and contribute to Indonesia’s target of protecting 30 per cent of its seas by 2045.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:57 WIB
TNI Commander Explains Purpose of Large-Scale Troop Deployment to Jakarta
TNI Commander General Agus Subiyanto says the large troop deployment to Jakarta is part of a readiness posture intended to protect national sovereignty against natural and human-made threats. He outlines three alert levels, describing the personnel and equipment measures applied at each level, but does not disclose Jakarta’s current status.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:57 WIB
Dr Tifa’s Team Seeks Eight Hours to Question Jokowi; Judge Rejects Request
The defence team for Tifauziah Tyassuma, known as Dr Tifa, asked for eight hours to question former president Joko Widodo as a witness in her defamation trial, but the judge limited both sides to two hours each. Tifa faces charges under provisions of Indonesia’s Criminal Code and Electronic Information and Transactions Law over allegations concerning Jokowi’s university diploma.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:57 WIB
Thailand bans textbook on national security grounds
Thailand has banned the second edition of the Routledge Handbook of Contemporary Thailand, citing national security and public-order concerns, with authorities empowered to seize copies and punish importers or distributors. Its exiled editor says the ban is driven by chapters on the monarchy and lèse-majesté law, and argues it reflects democratic backsliding while likely failing to prevent online access.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:57 WIB
Japan to form expert team to tackle cyberattacks
Japan plans to assemble a public- and private-sector cyber security team to help companies respond to attacks, as personal data leaks become more common. An emergency package will also promote AI-based vulnerability detection, stronger cooperation with overseas technology firms, and, in serious cases, government assistance and proactive cyber defence measures.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:56 WIB
Tifa Hearing Opens with Dispute Over Length of Jokowi’s Testimony
Former president Joko Widodo testified at the East Jakarta District Court in the defamation case against doctor Tifa, after appearing in a related case involving Roy Suryo. The hearing quickly became contentious when Tifa’s lawyer sought up to eight hours to question Jokowi, while the presiding judge said the defence would receive the same time as prosecutors.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:55 WIB
Kendal Police Arrest Five over Brutal Murder at SPPG Building; Suspects Face Life Imprisonment
Kendal Police have arrested five people suspected of murdering Donna Nuzulul Aditya, whose body was found handcuffed in an empty building intended for a nutrition service unit. Police say the attack was motivated by resentment and involved severe violence and theft; the suspects face life imprisonment or up to 20 years in prison.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:53 WIB
Businesses urge greater use of domestically made seamless pipes
Industry players are urging the government to verify domestic availability and production capacity before granting import quotas or masterlist facilities for seamless pipes. They warn that continued import incentives could undermine local producers, investment and jobs, while a tax-treatment disparity further weakens the competitiveness of Indonesian-made products.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:53 WIB
Indonesia sets 5.4% economic growth target for 2026, minister says
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto said the government is maintaining a 5.4% growth target, following third-quarter growth of 5.47% year on year. Household consumption remained the largest contributor, while investment and increased government spending also supported expansion, including expenditure on the Free Nutritious Meals programme.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:53 WIB
Pramono to Tackle Thuggery, Illegal Parking and Drug Sales as Part of Tanah Abang Revamp
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung plans a phased overhaul of the Tanah Abang area, addressing illegal parking, thuggery and the sale of illicit drugs alongside improvements to its blocks. He says the measures must protect traders’ livelihoods and keep economic activity running, citing a free six-month stall arrangement in Kramat Jati as a model.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:52 WIB
Women in Palembang Organise River Clean-up to Prevent Flooding
Women residents in Ilir Barat I, Palembang, have joined a community clean-up of the Sekanak River and its tributary, removing water hyacinths and rubbish to reduce the risk of flooding. The initiative comes as South Sumatra enters the seasonal transition, with the rainy season expected from mid-November and peak rainfall forecast for December to January.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:51 WIB
Bengkalis Drug Operation Nets 50 Suspects and Seizes 10kg of Methamphetamine
Bengkalis police say they arrested 50 people in 31 narcotics cases over the past month, seizing 10.14kg of methamphetamine alongside ecstasy, etomidate cartridges and cannabis. The police chief credited cooperation with Bengkalis Customs and said enforcement and prevention efforts would continue.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:50 WIB
Legislator: Indonesia’s One Data Law to Curb Sectoral Silos Among Ministries
A House of Representatives member says a proposed One Data Indonesia law could overcome ministries’ reluctance to share information, strengthening the evidence base for government policymaking. He says the law should enable the integration of data ranging from social assistance and health insurance beneficiaries to government assets and geospatial information, while safeguarding it against leaks and misuse.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:50 WIB
KAI President Director Presents Bali Rail Project to Prabowo
KAI President Director Bobby Rasyidin has briefed President Prabowo Subianto on plans for a two-phase rail or tram service linking Ngurah Rai Airport with Legian and Canggu, as well as the accelerated revitalisation of Gambir Station. The Bali project is expected to take about two years and cost more than Rp2 trillion; officials say the 12-kilometre electric tram corridor could ease congestion while supporting tourism without harming Bali’s environment and communities.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:50 WIB
Deputy Trade Minister Dyah Roro Takes Mission to Strengthen MSME Exports to OIC Forum
Deputy Trade Minister Dyah Roro Esti Widya Putri urged OIC member states to expand affordable trade finance and improve cross-border payment links to help small businesses become more export-ready. Indonesia also promoted sharia-based financing, digital trade documentation, local-currency transactions and QRIS interoperability as ways to broaden access to international markets.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:50 WIB
Wave of Bomb Threats Disrupts Flights Across Europe, Fighter Jets Scrambled
A series of bomb threats forced several passenger flights across Europe to divert or receive military escorts, though the threats were later deemed hoaxes. The incidents, which affected flights in Finland, Italy, Poland, Ireland and elsewhere, mark the third day this week that aviation has been disrupted by such warnings.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:49 WIB
Final tribute to fallen serviceman: TNI Commander honours soldier at Cikutra Heroes Cemetery in Bandung
TNI Commander General Agus Subiyanto paid his final respects at the funeral of Lieutenant Colonel (Posthumous) Dudi Firmansyah in Bandung. Firmansyah and two fellow soldiers died when an Mi-17V5 helicopter crashed during a forest and land-fire response operation in Central Kalimantan.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:49 WIB
Economy Grows 5.47%, Statistics Agency Responds to Public Concerns
Indonesia’s economy grew 5.47 per cent year on year in the third quarter of 2026, but the national figure does not capture the economic pressures experienced by every household or sector. Statistics Indonesia (BPS) says assessing real income and purchasing power, particularly among lower-income groups, requires more detailed data.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:48 WIB
Yusril Receives Honorary Doctorate in Islamic Law from UIN Ar-Raniry
Coordinating Minister for Legal Affairs, Human Rights, Immigration and Corrections Yusril Ihza Mahendra has received an honorary doctorate in Islamic law (fiqh) from UIN Ar-Raniry in Banda Aceh. The award recognises his contributions to legal thought, particularly on how Islamic principles relate to Indonesia’s national legal system, and comes as he called for academics and policymakers to work together in shaping laws that reflect the public’s legal consciousness.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:48 WIB
Grab agrees to cut driver fees and cap deductions in Vietnam, watchdog says
Vietnam’s competition commission says Grab has agreed to reduce some fees and cap combined deductions at 32 per cent of passenger payments after drivers complained that falling earnings and opaque charges were hurting them. Grab will reimburse about 3.9 billion dong for trips affected by excessive deductions and fund driver support and passenger promotions, while the watchdog continues monitoring compliance.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:47 WIB
KAI Cancels Plan to Import 23 Used Japanese Commuter Trains, Prefers New Trains from INKA
PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) has dropped its plan to import 23 second-hand electric trainsets from Japan and will prioritise buying new trains, including from domestic manufacturer INKA. The operator says it needs 23 new trainsets, with eight urgently required, and aims to accelerate procurement over the next two to three years, while requiring any overseas procurement to involve Indonesian companies.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:47 WIB
Jokowi Denies His GPA Was Only 2.5, Saying He Recalls It Was 3.05
Former Indonesian president Joko Widodo said he recalls graduating from Gadjah Mada University with a GPA of 3.05, correcting claims that it was only above 2.5. He made the statement while testifying in an East Jakarta court case involving allegations of defamation against Roy Suryo and Dr Tifa, and clarified the dates of his thesis examination and graduation ceremony.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:46 WIB
Targeting 1.5 Million Beneficiaries, BGN Reactivates 953 SPPGs
Indonesia’s National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has reactivated 953 nutrition service units across 34 provinces, with the expansion expected to reach around 1.5 million beneficiaries of the Free Nutritious Meals programme. The agency says it will prioritise operational readiness and areas with high stunting prevalence, while warning prospective partners that activations are handled through an official system and require no payments.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:45 WIB
Regional Representative Council Strengthens Legislation and Oversight for Regional Interests
Indonesia’s Regional Representative Council (DPD RI) says four of its bills have been included in the 2025 and 2026 national priority legislative agendas, while it is expanding oversight and regional outreach. Chair Sultan B. Najamudin said the council recorded 13,519 public and regional aspirations over the past parliamentary year, and stressed that these must lead to traceable follow-up and tangible policy outcomes.