The legal counsel for Kerry Adrianto Riza, beneficial owner of PT Orbit Terminal Merak, has protested the delayed issuance of an official copy of the first-instance court judgment delivered on 26-27 February 2026, warning that the delay could obstruct justice in the appellate proceedings. Under the new Criminal Procedure Code effective from January 2 2026, appellants have only seven days to file appeal memoranda after submitting their notice of appeal, making the tardy release of the official judgment particularly prejudicial. Riza's legal team is forced to prepare their appeal memorandum based solely on their own audio-visual documentation, raising concerns about potential discrepancies if the official copy emerges later.

PT GoTo Gojek Tokopedia has launched GoMudik, a free travel programme in collaboration with Indonesia's Ministry of Transport to enable Gojek driver partners and their families to return to their hometowns during the Lebaran holiday season. The initiative provides transport from Jakarta's Pulo Gebang Terminal to five destinations—Kuningan, Semarang, Surabaya, Lampung, and Palembang—with return services, addressing travel costs that have traditionally challenged many driver partners.

Dozens of German companies continue to maintain operations in Iran despite difficult geopolitical conditions and international sanctions, according to German newspaper Die Welt. The companies operate in chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and household goods, with major firms like Henkel contributing significantly to their parent company profits. Iran's ranking among German trading partners has declined from 60th place in 2019 to 72nd in 2025, reflecting broader economic and political tensions in the region.

Indonesia's Gen Z and millennial generations are grappling with significant financial challenges, including stagnant incomes, inflation, and increased cost of living, particularly affecting those in the "sandwich generation" supporting both parents and children. Despite these pressures, 88 per cent of young Indonesians express a desire for financial security in old age, with 63 per cent taking on side jobs to support family and personal savings, highlighting the growing awareness that financial planning is essential to achieving their aspirations.

The Kapuas District Government in Central Kalimantan has distributed food assistance comprising rice and cooking oil for February-March 2026, with each of the 34,816 beneficiary families receiving 20 kilogrammes of rice and 4 litres of cooking oil in a combined distribution. The assistance is part of a presidential directive stimulus programme channelled through Perum Bulog, aimed at supporting low-income families and maintaining public food security.

Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi reopened the Semarang-Godong highway following completion of post-flood repairs, with the breach in the river embankment occurring on 15 February 2026. The critical route, which connects Semarang, Demak, and Purwodadi and serves as a vital logistics and economic corridor, was restored ahead of schedule before Ramadan. The Governor called on local authorities and stakeholders to maintain river embankments through tree planting and regular maintenance to prevent future flooding.

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo has cautioned residents about moderate rainfall expected during Eid al-Fitr and warned of potential rising sea levels. He urged those planning to return to their hometowns to report to local community leaders (RT/RW) to ensure neighbourhoods can monitor vacant homes and prevent flooding, fires, and theft during the mudik season.

Human rights activist Andrie Yunus, Vice Coordinator of the Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (KontraS), was attacked with caustic acid by two unknown assailants in Jakarta on 12 March 2026. KontraS views the attack as an intimidation tactic targeting his human rights advocacy work and has called for police to investigate the perpetrators and pursue the most severe criminal charges, including attempted murder, whilst emphasising the state's obligation to protect human rights defenders.

Maxim, an online transportation platform, distributed Eid bonuses to over 50,000 drivers, implementing a government directive from the Ministry of Coordination of Economic Affairs and the Ministry of Manpower. The distribution criteria are based on driver productivity, service quality, and regulatory compliance, with the bonus being distributed ahead of the Eid holiday.

The Netherlands has joined South Africa in a case before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza, with Iceland also filing to intervene in the proceedings. This follows South Africa's December 2023 lawsuit and the ICJ's May 2024 order for Israel to halt military operations in Rafah and facilitate access for genocide investigation missions.

Police's Special Economic Crime Directorate (Dittipideksus) has disclosed how the online gambling and money laundering case against Oei Hengky Wiryo was uncovered, with approximately Rp 530 billion in assets seized and transferred to the state treasury. The investigation began in February 2025 after suspicious financial transactions were detected by the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (PPATK), revealing that Wiryo operated thousands of bank accounts across 22 banks to disguise the proceeds of illegal online gambling operations. The West Jakarta District Court convicted Wiryo of money laundering on 11 February 2026, and the state has now received Rp 503 billion in recovered funds and penalties as restitution for state losses.

Oei Hengky Wiryo, the head of PT A2Z Solusindo Teknologi, has been revealed to have operated 14 illegal online gambling sites since 2018, generating over 530 billion rupiah in illicit proceeds. The West Jakarta District Prosecutor's Office transferred seized assets worth 530.4 billion rupiah plus a 1 billion rupiah fine to the state treasury through the Ministry of Finance, exposing an elaborate money-laundering scheme involving shell companies and multiple affiliated bank accounts.

The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) has placed Unusual Market Activity (UMA) status on shares of PT Futura Energi Global Tbk (FUTR) following a significant decline in the company's share price. The IDX stated the move is part of its surveillance of trading activity in the capital market and urged investors to carefully monitor company information before making investment decisions.

PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGE), alongside the Financial Services Authority (OJK) and Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI), has launched a youth seminar to promote financial literacy and introduce renewable energy investment opportunities to university students. The initiative emphasises the strategic importance of geothermal energy—Indonesia's second-largest geothermal resource globally—as a long-term sustainable investment vehicle aligned with global energy transition commitments.

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa stated he remains unaware of proposals to broaden Indonesia's budget deficit limit beyond the current 3% of GDP threshold, saying no specific discussion occurred in recent cabinet meetings. The minister acknowledged considering the impact of global geopolitical tensions on fiscal sustainability whilst awaiting presidential directives before making any policy decisions, noting that many comparable nations operate with higher deficit ratios than Indonesia.

Companies that thrive in highly competitive environments prioritise employee well-being as a key business strategy, which directly correlates with improved productivity, customer loyalty, and profitability. Organisations must build and maintain three dimensions of customer value—functional, economic, and emotional—whilst adapting quickly to changing consumer needs and expectations. Industry leaders including Mandiri Bank, Sharp Electronics, and others have received recognition for excelling in customer value and employee well-being initiatives.

The Port Authority of Labuan Bajo has resumed issuing sailing permits for both speedboats and traditional pinisi vessels to visit Komodo and Padar Islands in Komodo National Park following improved weather forecasts from Indonesia's meteorological agency. The vessels had been restricted to Rinca Island only for the past three weeks due to hazardous sea conditions, but normal operations have now resumed with conditions expected to remain favourable.

Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Abdul Muhaimin Iskandar has emphasised the importance of using Indonesia's National Socioeconomic Data (DTSEN) to distribute zakat, infak, and sedekah (Islamic charitable donations) more effectively and to reach the intended beneficiaries. Muhaimin stated that accurate data-driven distribution would increase donor confidence and empower impoverished and extremely poor communities to become self-reliant, with the government targeting Rp44 trillion in charitable collections by 2026.

The South Kalimantan Regional Police Department has launched its free homecoming programme for 2026, transporting 617 migrants to 11 districts across the province using 13 buses and one minibus ahead of Eid al-Fitr. The initiative, championed by the Provincial Police Chief, ensures passenger safety through comprehensive vehicle inspections and driver health screening, whilst regional officials have offered additional support including cash assistance to travellers. The programme operates three separate routes serving various districts in South Kalimantan.

Iraq-based resistance factions claimed on Friday that they shot down a US KC-135 refuelling aircraft and forced another into emergency landing, contradicting US Central Command's assertion that the incident was non-combat related. The claims reflect ongoing tensions following US and Israeli military operations against Iran that began on 28 February, with at least seven American service members killed and up to 150 wounded in the conflict.

Indonesia's government has clarified that the work from anywhere (WFA) policy during Eid holidays in 2026 does not constitute additional leave for civil servants or private sector employees. Both public and private sector workers who participate in WFA must still perform their duties and responsibilities, and the arrangement is designed to maintain government continuity and public services during the extended holiday period from 18-24 March 2026.

Palm oil farmers in Indonesia are experiencing significant price increases, with fresh fruit bunch (FFB) prices reaching approximately Rp3,000 per kilogram on average nationally, and even higher in regions like Riau at around Rp3,600 per kg. According to Gapki chief Eddy Martono, the price surge began in January and has been further boosted by rising geopolitical tensions affecting global commodity markets, though production cost increases have not yet fully materialised as most fertiliser stocks were purchased in the previous year.

PT Jasamarga Semarang Batang is offering toll rate discounts of up to 23 per cent on all transactions at its toll gates during the Lebaran 2026 holiday period (12 March to 31 March 2026), with higher discounts of approximately 46 per cent available for through-journeys between Cikampek Utama and Kalikangkung gates. The discounts aim to reduce traffic congestion during the Lebaran exodus and return periods whilst providing cost savings for road users.

PT Bumi Resources has acquired the Wolfram copper and gold mining project and expects operations to commence within weeks, with full production anticipated in the fourth quarter of 2026. The mining company is implementing a long-term diversification strategy, expanding beyond coal into high-value minerals including copper, gold, and bauxite, whilst strengthening sustainability initiatives. The acquisition, valued at AUD 31.47 million (approximately IDR 346.93 billion), increases Bumi's stake in the project to 64.98 per cent.

A US Air Force KC-135 refuelling aircraft has crashed in western Iraq during Operation Epic Fury, with a second aircraft landing safely, according to US Central Command. The incident, which did not result from enemy or friendly fire, occurred in allied airspace, with rescue operations underway; the crash coincides with reports of American military personnel injured in a separate drone attack on a base in northern Iraq.

Research from US-based AI company Anthropic reveals that artificial intelligence capabilities now extend beyond technical roles to threaten professional positions in finance, law, and software development. Contrary to common assumptions, highly educated white-collar workers earning significantly higher salaries face the greatest AI displacement risk, whilst physically demanding jobs such as cooking and plumbing remain largely unaffected.

PT Amy Pacific Morotai has successfully exported 18 tonnes of frozen yellowfin tuna and pelagic fish (balobo) to Japan, marking a significant expansion following successful sample shipments and demonstrating growing international confidence in Maluku's fisheries products. The achievement resulted from cross-agency collaboration between Ambon Customs, the Port Authority, quarantine services, and the Maluku provincial trade and industry agency, which has pledged continued support to sustain and expand such export activities. Officials emphasise that maintaining this export momentum is strategically important for enhancing the competitiveness of regional commodities in global markets and boosting Maluku's economic development.

Ragunan Zoo in South Jakarta will deploy 854 combined personnel to ensure security and comfort for visitors during the Eid al-Fitr holiday (22–29 March 2026), comprising civil servants, part-time medical staff, contracted workers, and temporary additional staff. The zoo anticipates approximately 400,000 visitors during the period and will offer educational activities including keeper talks and animal feeding sessions featuring iconic species such as orang-utans, Komodo dragons, Sumatran elephants, and Bengal tigers.

Digital forensics expert Rismon Hasiholan Sianipar met with Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka at the Vice Presidential Palace on Friday to clarify and apologise for his earlier public claims regarding a controversial analysis of official documents. Following a deeper review of the evidence, Sianipar concluded that the diploma in question was genuine and issued a formal apology for the initial findings that had sparked public debate.

Indonesia's Lebaran homecoming tradition (mudik) represents a significant form of social remittance, extending beyond money transfers to include knowledge and experience exchange between urban and rural communities. The 2024 mudik season involved approximately 193.6 million people and generated an estimated Rp157.3 trillion in economic circulation, with rural areas receiving substantial portions of urban workers' incomes through consumption and family support. This annual phenomenon functions as a vital economic redistribution mechanism, boosting rural commerce by 20–30 per cent during the holiday period and providing crucial income for small businesses in provincial regions.

The Indonesian Paediatric Association (IDAI) has issued health and safety guidance for parents travelling with young children during the Eid holiday exodus. Key recommendations include ensuring children receive adequate rest in specially designed car seats, maintaining proper hydration, and carrying essential medications such as fever reducers and oral rehydration salts to prevent health complications during long journeys.

Security forces from Operation Peaceful Cartenz 2026 have arrested five alleged sympathisers of the armed criminal group (KKB) led by Aibon Kogoya in Nabire Regency, Central Papua. The suspects were apprehended over several days whilst attempting to supply food provisions and ammunition to the KKB members, with one suspect admitting to selling approximately 100 rounds of ammunition for around 250,000 rupiah per round.

Motivator and businessman Jamil Azzaini addressed officials from the Directorate General of Population and Civil Registration (Dukcapil) under the Interior Ministry, emphasising that staff must uphold integrity in executing this strategically important national duty. Director General Teguh Setyabudi underscored that accurate population data serves as the foundation for inclusive public policy and enables cross-sectoral services to function effectively.

Astra launched the 15th edition of its Astra Siaga Lebaran programme on 13 March 2026 to support safe and comfortable travel during the Islamic homecoming season. The initiative deploys 600 car technicians and 1,092 Honda motorcycle technicians across strategic national routes, offering free maintenance and support services at dedicated assistance posts from 17–28 March 2026 for both four- and two-wheeled vehicles.

Andrie Yunus, deputy coordinator of KontraS (Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence), was attacked with acid by an unknown assailant, sustaining severe burns covering 24 per cent of his body, particularly on his hands, face, chest and eyes. KontraS officials described the attack as an attempt to silence critical voices and human rights defenders, whilst the Jakarta Central Police confirmed the incident occurred within their jurisdiction in the Senen district.

Indonesia's Minister for Human Development and Culture, Pratikno, has called for an even distribution of Eid holiday travel to avoid congestion on peak days. The government is implementing flexible work arrangements and staggered school schedules to disperse the exodus and return travel patterns, whilst infrastructure and services have been declared ready to handle the seasonal migration safely.

Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of the Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (KontraS), was attacked with corrosive acid by unknown assailants in Central Jakarta on 12 March whilst leaving a podcast event at the Indonesian Legal Aid Foundation office. The attack caused serious burns covering 24 per cent of his body, including his hands, face, chest and eyes, and he was hospitalised for medical treatment; police are investigating the incident and the identities of the two male suspects who fled on a motorcycle.

Indonesian parliamentary members have raised concerns regarding the safety and protection of energy sector workers, particularly tanker crews operating in high-risk regions such as the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz amid escalating security incidents. Commission XII member of the Indonesian House of Representatives Shanty Alda Nathalia has called on the government and energy shipping operators to implement strict safety protocols and continuous security monitoring. PT Pertamina is commended for monitoring vessel and crew conditions in the region to ensure both worker safety and the continuity of global energy distribution.

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has announced that discussions on restructuring the debt of the Indonesia-China High-Speed Train (KCIC) project, commonly known as Whoosh, have been concluded, with the government reaching a decision on next steps. The decision will be formally announced by President Prabowo Subianto or other relevant officials rather than Purbaya himself. The debt restructuring is critical for the Jakarta-Bandung route's financial sustainability and will influence plans for extending the Whoosh project to East Java.

The East Nusa Tenggara Regional Office of Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs distributed 2,040 Ramadhan aid packages to eligible recipients through the Joyful Ramadhan 1447 H/2026 M programme, a collaborative effort involving the National Zakat Agency, Islamic charitable institutions, and community organisations. The initiative aims to strengthen social compassion during the holy month whilst promoting inter-faith harmony and economic empowerment, with particular focus on transparent and data-driven distribution of religious social funds.

Yayasan Indonesia Setara (YIS) and Gebrakan Anak Negeri (GAN), led by Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno, conducted a baking workshop for approximately 50 housewives at Mall Basura in East Jakarta to teach them how to establish home-based businesses ahead of Eid celebrations. The training focused on producing gluten-free baked goods using local commodities such as taro and banana stem flour, with participants learning to make products like peanut butter cookies, green onion crackers, and brownies whilst also being introduced to artificial intelligence technology for product marketing. The initiative aims to empower women economically, reduce stigma surrounding their roles, and create networking opportunities for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

Indonesia's debt-to-GDP ratio stands at 41.1%, positioning it favourably within ASEAN compared to nations like Philippines (58.8%), Thailand (66.7%), Malaysia (70.5%), and Laos (84.7%), though Singapore leads the region at 176.3%. The ratio, whilst an important fiscal health indicator, must be assessed alongside other factors including debt structure, interest costs, and national asset strength to fully evaluate a country's fiscal sustainability.

PT Daya Intiguna Yasa Tbk (MDIY), operating as MR.D.I.Y. Indonesia, closed 2025 with solid financial performance, recording 16.2% year-on-year growth in net profit to Rp338.6 billion in Q4 and full-year revenue growth of 16.7% to Rp7.9 trillion. The company plans to distribute a minimum 40% dividend payout from net profit after tax for 2025, underpinned by strong operational cash flow that surged 70.2% to Rp1.3 trillion, whilst expanding its store network with 272 new outlets opened during the year.

NASA's Van Allen Probe A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 March, approximately 14 years after its launch in August 2012, several years earlier than initially predicted. The early re-entry was caused by stronger-than-expected solar activity during the current solar cycle, which increased atmospheric drag and accelerated orbital decay. The probe's data from its 2012-2019 mission has provided unprecedented insights into Earth's radiation belts and continues to inform understanding of space weather and its effects on satellites, astronauts, and terrestrial technology systems.

PT Pertamina EP Zone 4 has set production targets of 30,305 barrels of oil per day (BOPD) and 485.07 million cubic feet per day (MMSCFD) of natural gas for 2026, building on strong 2025 performance. The company plans to achieve this through optimised field operations, selective drilling programmes, and technology deployment to mitigate natural production decline. In 2025, the zone recorded 27,643 BOPD and 530.9 MMSCFD whilst achieving over 1,050 consecutive zero-injury days.

Vice Chairman of the People's Consultative Assembly Hidayat Nur Wahid has called for expedited establishment of a Directorate General for Pesantren (Islamic boarding schools) within the Ministry of Religion to strengthen institutional transformation and improve education quality. He noted that nearly five months have passed since President Prabowo approved the proposal, and highlighted that pesantren currently receive only Rp500 billion of the Rp10 trillion in permanent education funds, an insufficient allocation given Indonesia's ecosystem of 341,565 pesantren-related institutions serving 12.6 million students.

The Judicial Commission (KY) has stated that the arrest of Depok District Court (PN) Chief I Wayan Eka Mariarta and Vice Chief Bambang Setyawan in an anti-corruption operation on 5 February 2026 already constitutes an ethics violation, whilst emphasising the need for further investigation into the allegations against them. The KY will present its findings to a plenary session and subsequently submit recommendations to the Supreme Court, with the KY pledging support for a zero-tolerance stance on transactional corruption. The arrests of the two judges, a court officer, and two corporate officials are connected to allegations of bribery in relation to a land dispute case involving PT Karabha Digdaya.

Indonesia Setara Foundation and Gebrakan Anak Negeri conducted a workshop in East Jakarta on 11 March 2026, training approximately 50 housewives to produce homemade gluten-free baked goods ahead of Eid, aiming to generate income and promote economic independence. The training covered processing taro waste and banana stems into gluten-free flour for making cookies, crackers, and brownies, whilst introducing participants to artificial intelligence technology for product marketing and UMKM networking opportunities.

The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) reported that combined teams continue efforts to extinguish a peatland fire in Penerokan Village, Batanghari Regency, Jambi, which began on Thursday. Approximately 5 hectares have been affected, with 3 hectares successfully extinguished as of Friday. Jambi is one of six priority provinces for forest and land fire management under Indonesia's Presidential Instruction Number 1/2020, with Batanghari experiencing significant peatland fire incidents that have increased from 111.14 hectares burned in 2023 to 253 hectares in 2024.

PT Telkom's NeutraDC and F5, Inc. have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop AI-driven connectivity solutions in Indonesia, formalised at the Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona. The collaboration aims to integrate NeutraDC's data centre and managed services capabilities with F5's AI security and application delivery solutions to create secure, scalable, and future-ready connectivity services for Indonesian enterprises adopting hybrid and multi-cloud architectures. This partnership supports Indonesia's national digital transformation agenda and strengthens the country's competitiveness in the AI-driven economy.