Archive: 20 February 2026
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Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 17:02 WIB
Britain Will Not Allow US to Use Diego Garcia Base to Attack Iran
The British government has reportedly refused to permit the United States to use its military bases, including Diego Garcia, as a launching platform for fighter jets to strike Iran. The decision, reported by the BBC, signals London's reluctance to be drawn into a potential US-Iran military confrontation and has significant implications for Indo-Pacific security dynamics.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 17:00 WIB
Hundreds of Homes in Petogogan, South Jakarta Submerged by Flooding as Water Levels Reach One Metre
Severe flooding struck the Petogogan area of Kebayoran Baru in South Jakarta on Friday, submerging hundreds of homes with water levels reaching up to one metre. The inundation in the Pulo Raya neighbourhood, caused by intense rainfall, saw floodwaters of approximately 30 to 50 centimetres disrupting residents' daily activities, highlighting the capital's persistent vulnerability to urban flooding.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:59 WIB
Pramono Claims to Have Been Managing Floods Since Morning, DI Panjaitan and Daan Mogot Roads Already Receded
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung stated that flooding along key arterial roads including Jalan DI Panjaitan and Jalan Daan Mogot was resolved within two hours on Friday morning. The provincial government confirmed it conducts weather modification operations whenever the Meteorological Agency forecasts rainfall exceeding 200mm per day, signalling an increasingly proactive approach to flood management in the capital.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:58 WIB
Pramono to Take Firm Action on Noisy Padel Court Next Week
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has pledged to take decisive action next week against a padel court in Haji Nawi, South Jakarta, following persistent noise complaints from residents. The facility reportedly lacks full permits and community approval, with locals reporting noise from 6am to midnight that has caused health issues including hypertension.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:57 WIB
Thieves Break Into State Primary School in Cibinong, Bogor Using Chemicals to Open Padlocks
Police are investigating a break-in at a state primary school in Cibinong, Bogor, where thieves used chemicals to destroy padlocks and stole dozens of electronic devices including 24 computers, 60 tablets, and various other equipment. The perpetrators remain unidentified as investigators piece together evidence from damaged locks and tools left at the scene.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:56 WIB
Official: New Board of Supervisors and Directors of BPJS Ketenagakerjaan for 2026-2031
President Prabowo Subianto has appointed the new leadership of BPJS Ketenagakerjaan (Workers' Social Security Agency) for the 2026-2031 term, with Saiful Hidayat replacing Pramudya Iriawan Buntoro as President Director. The new leadership outlined a five-year strategic vision built around three pillars — Coverage, Care, and Credibility — focusing on expanding protection to informal and migrant workers, digitalising services, and strengthening institutional governance and public trust.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:56 WIB
Peace Board Discusses Gaza's Future as Hamas Sets Preconditions
Hamas has insisted that any political process regarding Gaza's future must begin with a complete cessation of Israeli "aggression" and the lifting of the blockade, responding to the inaugural meeting of US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace in Washington. Indonesia has committed to deploying up to 1,000 troops to Gaza by April as deputy commander of the newly formed International Stabilisation Force, with potential expansion to 8,000 by June, pending final approval from President Prabowo.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:54 WIB
Pramono: Rp134 Billion Semanggi Park Revitalisation Requires No Regional Budget Funds
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has launched the Rp134 billion revitalisation of Semanggi Park, funded entirely through private sector collaboration rather than the regional budget (APBD). The project grants an unnamed partner naming rights for 11.5 years — comprising 1.5 years of construction and 10 years of operations — with the six-hectare site targeted for completion by 22 June 2027 as a landmark gift for Jakarta's 500th anniversary.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:53 WIB
Two-Toned Waters at Gunungkidul's Baron Beach Explained
Heavy rainfall in the Wonosari area has caused the waters at Baron Beach in Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta, to split into two distinct colours — brown and blue — since 17 February. Authorities say the phenomenon is caused by floodwaters from underground rivers carrying sediment to the coast, and whilst safe for tourists, the turbidity has disrupted the local PDAM water supply.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:53 WIB
President's Speech at the Roundtable Business Summit Session
Indonesia's President addressed US and Indonesian business leaders in Washington, D.C., outlining a major bilateral trade agreement and inviting American companies to view Indonesia as both an attractive market and a strategic production base.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:52 WIB
Rio Haryanto Responds After Solo Civil Servant Leaks His Personal Data
Former Formula 1 driver Rio Haryanto has spoken out after a civil servant in Solo posted his marriage administration documents on social media without redaction. The offending government employee has undergone a disciplinary hearing conducted by Solo's Civil Service Agency, with Haryanto forgiving the individual but urging stronger personal data protections within government institutions.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:51 WIB
Attorney General's Office Refutes Medan Crew Member's Claim of Ignorance Over 2-Tonne Methamphetamine Cargo
Indonesia's Attorney General's Office has defended the death penalty demand against Fandi Ramadhan, a 26-year-old crew member from Medan, in a case involving the smuggling of nearly two tonnes of methamphetamine, asserting that trial evidence proves his full awareness and active participation.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:47 WIB
Shopping Centre Transformation Deemed Vital for Safeguarding Regional Purchasing Power
The transformation of Grand Mall into Lippo Mall Lampung is being viewed as more than a rebranding exercise, with analysts highlighting its role in sustaining regional consumer spending and generating economic multiplier effects. Approximately 25 per cent of incoming brands will be opening their first outlets in Lampung, with staged tenant launches from June 2026 expected to boost local employment, MSME supply-chain participation, and service-sector activity.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:47 WIB
Rp11 Billion Modern Fishing Village in Mataram to Be Completed by May 2026
The ambitious Kampung Nelayan Modern (Modern Fishing Village) project in Bintaro, Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara, funded by the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries at a cost of Rp11 billion, has reached 10.98 per cent physical progress and is targeted for completion by May 2026.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:45 WIB
Prabowo's diplomacy fast-tracks major trade deals: Minister
Trade Minister Santoso credited President Prabowo's diplomatic presence for accelerating the conclusion of several major trade agreements, including a 19 per cent reciprocal tariff deal with the United States and the long-awaited Indonesia-EU Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Indonesia also finalised trade pacts with Canada and Eurasia, alongside a US$38.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:43 WIB
Prayers for Indonesia and Palestine at Adara Relief International's 18th Anniversary
Adara Relief International marked its 18th anniversary with a thanksgiving ceremony at its Jakarta office, where Palestinian cleric Sheikh Muhammad Said Bakr led prayers for both Indonesia and Palestine. The event underscores the Indonesian humanitarian organisation's longstanding engagement with the Palestinian cause.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:42 WIB
Bogor Regency Council Speaker Urges Public to Maintain Order During Ramadan
Bogor Regency DPRD Speaker Sastra Winara has called on residents to maintain public order during Ramadan, urging parents to supervise young people who gather on streets late at night and encouraging productive activities instead. He also addressed the ongoing reorganisation of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) around the regency government complex and Pakansari Stadium, asking traders to be patient as local authorities complete the process.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:39 WIB
Ministry of Finance Clarifies Purbaya's Statement on Judicial Review of State Budget Act over Free Nutritious Meals Programme
Indonesia's Ministry of Finance has issued a clarification after Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa's remarks about a judicial review of the 2026 State Budget Act were widely perceived as dismissive of honorary teachers' legal challenge.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:36 WIB
Bogor Regency Council Prioritises 23 School Sites in Babakan Madang for 2027 Repair Plan
Bogor Regency DPRD member Agus Salim has earmarked 23 school sites in Babakan Madang sub-district for rehabilitation under the 2027 budget, with Rp 4 billion in legislative initiative funds allocated for school furniture procurement. Separately, another council member is pushing for the construction of a new state junior secondary school in Ciampea on a 1.2-hectare plot of publicly owned land, targeting operations by the 2026/2027 academic year.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:35 WIB
South Sumatra Police Chief Collaborates with Interfaith Forum, MUI, and LDII to Maintain Public Order
The South Sumatra Police Chief hosted leaders from the Interfaith Harmony Forum (FKUB), the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI), and the Indonesian Islamic Propagation Institute (LDII) to strengthen collaboration on maintaining public order across the province.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:31 WIB
President Prabowo Reaffirms Commitment to Tackling Stunting and Driving Inclusive Economic Growth
Speaking at a Business Summit roundtable in Washington DC, President Prabowo Subianto outlined his administration's strategy to combat child stunting — which affects a quarter of Indonesian children — by reallocating savings from expenditure efficiencies to priority nutrition programmes.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:28 WIB
Banten Provincial Government Allocates Rp 36.66 Billion for Eight Mobile Clinics
The Banten Provincial Government has budgeted Rp 36.66 billion for eight telemedicine-equipped mobile clinics to be deployed to remote and underserved areas across the province. The vehicles will carry advanced medical equipment including ventilators, ultrasound machines, portable X-ray units, and ECG devices, all integrated with a telemedicine system linked to specialist doctors at regional hospitals.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:27 WIB
Attorney General's Office Explains Reasons for Seeking Death Penalty Against Crew Member in 2-Tonne Methamphetamine Ship Case
Indonesia's Attorney General's Office has defended its decision to seek the death penalty for Fandi Ramadhan, a ship crew member from Medan, and five other defendants in a case involving the smuggling of nearly two tonnes of methamphetamine by an international narcotics syndicate.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:26 WIB
Indonesia and US Agree on Rp649 Trillion Trade and Investment Cooperation
Indonesia and the United States signed trade and investment commitments worth US$38.4 billion (Rp649.42 trillion) at the US-Indonesia Business Summit 2026 in Washington D.C., covering agriculture and manufacturing sectors including major semiconductor investments.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:23 WIB
Pramono Breaks Ground on Semanggi Park Revitalisation with Rp 134 Billion Budget
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has launched the revitalisation of Semanggi Park in South Jakarta, with a budget of Rp 134 billion funded entirely by private partners rather than the regional budget. The project, intended to transform the six-hectare site into a new iconic landmark for Jakarta, is targeted for completion by 22 June 2026, coinciding with the capital's 500th anniversary celebrations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:23 WIB
Padel Courts Proliferate Across Indonesia as MP Urges Residents' Comfort Be Prioritised
The chairwoman of the DPR's Commission X has called on local governments to ensure the rapid expansion of padel courts complies with spatial planning rules and environmental impact assessments, particularly regarding noise standards. The statement comes amid growing public complaints about noise from padel facilities, with one Jakarta court operator already agreeing to install soundproofing and limit operating hours during the fasting month.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:22 WIB
Flood Points in Jakarta Rise to 168 Neighbourhood Units, Water Levels Reach 1.5 Metres
Jakarta's Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) reported that flooding had spread to 168 neighbourhood units (RT) and inundated seven roads across four municipalities on Friday afternoon, with the worst-hit area of Kampung Melayu in East Jakarta recording water levels of up to 1.5 metres.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:21 WIB
South Sumatra Police Chief Strengthens Collaboration with Interfaith Forum, MUI, and LDII to Maintain Public Order
South Sumatra's Police Chief Insp. Gen. Sandi Nugroho hosted leaders from the Interfaith Harmony Forum (FKUB), the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI), and the Indonesian Islamic Propagation Institute (LDII) to bolster cooperation on maintaining security and public order in the province.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:20 WIB
South Korea's ex-President Yoon apologises after life sentence over martial law
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has issued an apology following his life sentence for imposing martial law, expressing regret for the hardship caused to the public while maintaining the sincerity of his intentions. The statement, released through his lawyers, underscores the deeply polarising nature of the martial law crisis that upended South Korean politics.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:18 WIB
Asos co-founder Quentin Griffiths dies in Thailand after falling from Pattaya condo balcony
Quentin Griffiths, who co-founded the British online fashion retailer Asos, died on 9 February after falling from the 17th floor of an apartment block in Pattaya, Thailand. Thai police said initial investigations suggest suicide, with no indications of foul play, and noted Griffiths had been involved in two ongoing court cases linked to disputes with his Thai ex-wife that may have caused him stress.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:17 WIB
Preparing for Safe and Comfortable Lebaran 2026 Homecoming: BKI and Transport Ministry Conduct Spot Checks on Passenger Ships
State-owned maritime classification bureau PT Biro Klasifikasi Indonesia (BKI) and the Directorate General of Sea Transport have conducted seaworthiness spot checks on passenger vessels ahead of the 2026 Lebaran homecoming season in Makassar. The inspections cover physical ship conditions, engines, safety equipment, and passenger facilities to ensure compliance with safety standards during the anticipated surge in sea travel.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:14 WIB
House Commission I Demands Open Discussion on Deployment of 8,000 TNI Troops to Gaza
Members of the Indonesian House of Representatives' Commission I have called for open parliamentary debate on the planned deployment of 8,000 TNI soldiers to Gaza under the International Stabilisation Forces (ISF), raising concerns about rules of engagement, troop safety, and the sovereignty implications for the Palestinian people.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:10 WIB
Brace Yourselves: AI Said to Be Capable of Cutting Millions of White-Collar Jobs in the Near Future
Former US presidential candidate Andrew Yang has warned that millions of white-collar workers in the United States risk losing their jobs within 12 to 18 months due to the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence. Yang highlighted the potential domino effect on consumer spending, housing markets, and tax revenues, whilst renewing his call for universal basic income, workforce retraining programmes, and taxation of AI companies profiting from automation.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:10 WIB
Not Just a Smartwatch, but a Mini Laboratory Used by Scientists
Garmin is positioning its wearable devices as scientifically validated health data tools, opening access to research institutions and universities through its Garmin Health ecosystem and the 2026 Health Research Grant programme. In collaboration with analytics platform Fitrockr, the company enables complex health metrics from consumer smartwatches to be translated into clinically useful insights for medical research and patient monitoring.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:09 WIB
Indonesia's Baznas distributes 650 iftar packages in Jakarta
Indonesia's state-backed alms body Baznas delivered 650 iftar meal packages to orphanages, Islamic boarding schools and mosques across Jakarta as part of its broader Ramadan outreach programme targeting vulnerable communities. The initiative, aimed at easing financial pressures on low-income households during the fasting month, was welcomed by recipient organisations including the Rasulullah Orphan Foundation and the Al Qalam Islamic Boarding School.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:08 WIB
Danantara Chief Discusses Plan to Purchase 50 Boeing Aircraft with the United States
Indonesia's Danantara CEO Rosan Roeslani has confirmed plans to purchase 50 Boeing aircraft as part of a broader package of economic cooperation agreements tied to the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) with the United States. The deal, still subject to further negotiations with Boeing, sits alongside a commitment to import US$15 billion worth of American crude oil and gas annually, underscoring Jakarta's efforts to rebalance its trade relationship with Washington.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:07 WIB
Florida Airport to Be Renamed After President Donald Trump
Florida's Republican-controlled legislature has approved a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport after President Donald Trump, with Governor Ron DeSantis expected to sign it into law. The renaming is part of a broader campaign by Trump to attach his name to prominent public institutions, including the Kennedy Center and proposed changes to Penn Station and Dulles Airport, though some efforts have been rebuffed.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:04 WIB
Riau Police Chief Inspects Suspension Bridge in Kuansing: For the Safety of Schoolchildren
Riau Police Chief Inspector General Herry Heryawan inspected the construction of the 83-metre Merah Putih Presisi suspension bridge in Kuansing Regency, a project aimed at restoring safe access for schoolchildren and boosting the local economy. The bridge, connecting Muara Petai and Muara Tiu Makmur villages, is part of a broader police-led infrastructure initiative targeting five bridge sites across the regency, highlighting the Indonesian National Police's expanding role in rural development.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:02 WIB
Indonesia Secures US Duty Exemptions for 1,819 Tariff Lines: Minister
Indonesia and the United States have concluded an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) granting zero import duty on 1,819 Indonesian tariff lines covering key commodities including palm oil, coffee, semiconductors, and aircraft parts.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:02 WIB
Airlangga: Indonesia-US Reciprocal Trade Agreement Focuses Solely on Trade
Indonesia and the United States have concluded negotiations on an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) that deliberately excludes non-economic clauses covering nuclear reactors, the South China Sea, and defence cooperation.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:01 WIB
Nyi Ageng Serang, National Heroine and War Adviser to Diponegoro
Nyi Ageng Serang (1762–1855), a descendant of Sunan Kalijaga and grandmother of Ki Hajar Dewantara, played a crucial strategic role in the Java War (1825–1830) as Prince Diponegoro's war adviser and field commander. Recognised as a national heroine by Presidential Decree No. 084/TK/1974, she is remembered for her guerrilla tactics, her Islamic teachings, and a lifetime of resistance against Dutch colonial rule spanning from the Giyanti War to the Java War.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:00 WIB
Freeport Commits Rp 337 Trillion Investment Over 20 Years, Not Just Licence Extension
Freeport-McMoRan has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Indonesian government committing US$20 billion (approximately Rp 337.6 trillion) in additional investment over the next 20 years, announced alongside the extension of PT Freeport Indonesia's special mining licence (IUPK) to 2061.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 16:00 WIB
Only 42% of Waqf Land Certified, Minister Nusron Reveals Obstacles on the Ground
Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning Nusron Wahid disclosed that only 42 per cent of Indonesia's waqf land — roughly 468,000 out of a target of 900,000 parcels — has been certified, citing low public awareness and lost waqf pledge deeds as key obstacles.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:59 WIB
Ahead of Ramadan, Sinar Mas Donates Quran Copies to PBNU and IPNU Alumni Council
The Sinar Mas Muslim Foundation (YMSM) donated 2,000 printed Quran copies to the Nahdlatul Ulama executive board and the IPNU Alumni Council ahead of Ramadan, continuing the conglomerate's long-running endowment programme. Since 2008, Sinar Mas and its APP Group subsidiary have distributed more than 1.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:59 WIB
Indonesia says US energy deal will not shift domestic policy
Indonesia's Energy Ministry has affirmed that a US$15 billion commitment to purchase American fuel — comprising LPG, crude oil and refined petrol — under a new reciprocal trade agreement will not alter the country's energy self-sufficiency agenda. The ministry stressed that the commercial arrangement is separate from domestic energy policy, noting that plans to curb diesel imports remain intact and that no diesel purchase obligation exists under the deal.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:57 WIB
House Commission X Demands Sumatra School Rehabilitation Be Completed Before Lebaran
The House of Representatives' Commission X has urged the government to complete the rehabilitation of disaster-affected schools across three Sumatran provinces before the Lebaran holiday, as 99 schools remain operating from emergency tents or temporary classrooms.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:54 WIB
'Democracy is working': Analysts say Yoon conviction proves strength of South Korea's institutions
A Seoul court sentenced former South Korean President Yoon to life imprisonment for damaging the nation's democracy. Analysts argue the landmark ruling demonstrates the resilience of South Korea's democratic institutions, even as deep political divisions within the country persist.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:46 WIB
Andre Rosiade Distributes 500 Basic Food Packages to Residents in Padang's Gates District
Gerindra Party's West Sumatra chairman Andre Rosiade distributed 500 basic food packages to residents in Padang ahead of Ramadan, as part of the party's 18th anniversary celebrations. Rosiade, who is also Deputy Chairman of DPR Commission VI, was unable to attend in person as he was accompanying BPI Danantara's Chief Operating Officer Dony Oskaria on engagements in West Sumatra, highlighting the intersection of political outreach and state investment agency activities.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:45 WIB
ARUKKI-LP3HI Sue KPK Over Three Allegedly Stalled Ministry of Agriculture Corruption Cases
Two civil society organisations have filed a lawsuit against Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) for allegedly failing to act on three clusters of suspected corruption at the Ministry of Agriculture between 2020 and 2022, invoking the new Criminal Procedure Code's provisions on unjustified case delays. The cases, involving vaccine procurement, livestock ear-tag procurement, and cattle acquisition with potential state losses of Rp 75.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:43 WIB
President Prabowo warns of efforts to derail Gaza peace
President Prabowo attended the inaugural Gaza Board of Peace Summit in Washington, warning that various groups may seek to obstruct a comprehensive peace solution. Indonesia reaffirmed its commitment to Gaza's reconstruction and stabilisation, expressing readiness to contribute to an International Stabilisation Force while supporting the two-state solution for Palestine.