The North Jakarta Transportation Sub-Department has pledged to conduct periodic monitoring to prevent the recurrence of illegal parking in front of the North Jakarta District Court, following recent enforcement actions that towed eight motorcycles and five cars for obstructing sidewalks and roadways. Head Rudy Saptari emphasised coordination with the court for staff deployment and public advisories, alongside plans to liaise with the parking unit to address rogue parking attendants and explore available land for visitor parking. This initiative responds to community complaints and aligns with DKI Jakarta's regional regulation on vehicle clamping for violations, aiming to improve traffic flow and accessibility around judicial facilities.

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has announced plans to lay off approximately 500 employees, representing 20% of its workforce, as part of a cost-cutting strategy to ensure operational efficiency through 2030. This decision, described as challenging by CEO Mark Suzman, aims to maintain a US$9 billion budget by 2026 while capping operational costs at US$1.25 billion amid complex global dynamics. The move reflects broader pressures on major philanthropic organisations to operate more leanly, even as the foundation conducts an external review of Bill Gates' past associations with Jeffrey Epstein to enhance transparency and governance.

The Indonesian National Police's Traffic Corps (Korlantas Polri) held a dialogue with representatives from online motorcycle taxi (ojol) communities across the archipelago under the 'Polantas Menyapa dan Melayani' programme, which was praised for its humanistic approach in fostering better relations with drivers. Community leaders highlighted a shift towards more empathetic policing, reduced accident rates, and practical initiatives like ojol workshops, while expressing willingness to partner with police in upholding traffic safety and public order. Korlantas Chief Irjen Agus Suryonugroho emphasised the event's role in absorbing grassroots concerns to inform future policies, aligning with directives from Police Chief Jenderal Listyo Sigit Prabowo.

The Directorate General of Teachers and Education Personnel (Ditjen GTK) under the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology has launched a data collection programme for specific uncertified teachers for 2026 to accelerate the Teacher Professional Education (PPG) initiative. Aimed at identifying active teachers with S1/D4 qualifications who have taught up to 2023/2024 but lack certification, the programme allows eligible educators to confirm interest via official portals and proceed to administrative selection. This strategic effort, supported by local education offices for verification and outreach, seeks to enhance teacher professionalism and quality across Indonesia.

The Attorney General's Office (Kejagung) has discovered a shadow company established by suspects Zarof Ricar and Agung Winarno to launder proceeds from a bribery case involving Ricar, a former Supreme Court official. During raids, authorities seized assets including documents for palm oil plantations, properties, companies, and a hotel, as well as foreign currency, deposits, luxury vehicles, and gold bars, all suspected to be linked to the money laundering scheme. Ricar, previously convicted of bribery in a high-profile murder case and sentenced to 18 years in prison, allegedly used the company to conceal illicit gains from the Rp4.5 billion film project "Sang Pengadil".

PT Pelindo Terminal Petikemas (SPTP) has achieved strong results in the first quarter of 2026, with ten domestic container terminals surpassing their targets despite global challenges like rising energy costs and supply chain disruptions. Notable performers include TPK Nilam at 118.24% and TPK Semarang at 117.26%, reflecting heightened loading and unloading activities and distribution flows, particularly in eastern Indonesia. This growth is driven by factors such as festive season logistics, modern terminal transformations, and Merauke's designation as a National Strategic Project, boosting economic potential in remote regions.

Indonesia's Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs, Meutya Hafid, has called on parents to help monitor the implementation of social media access restrictions for children under 16, as outlined in the new Ministerial Regulation No. 9 of 2026, which supports Government Regulation No. 17 of 2025 on the Governance of Electronic Systems for Child Protection (PP Tunas). Major platforms including X, Bigo Live, Meta's services, TikTok, and YouTube are already complying, with full enforcement set for 28 March 2026 to shield young users from harmful content like pornography, cyberbullying, and online scams. This initiative aims to create a safer digital environment in Indonesia, emphasising collaborative efforts between government and families to counter the risks posed by advanced technology.

Riau Police Chief Irjen Pol Herry Heryawan has directed his personnel to enhance public trust through humane communication and adaptive approaches, emphasising that operational success must be complemented by effective information dissemination. He highlighted the need to balance non-repressive methods with digital literacy, including understanding the Electronic Information and Transactions Law, amid global geopolitical tensions such as the US-Israel-Iran conflict affecting fuel prices in Indonesia. Additionally, he called for objective evaluations of community policing programmes and strict enforcement against internal violations like drug involvement to maintain organisational integrity.

The Indonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) and Pertamina have refuted claims of a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tanker departing the Strait of Hormuz for Indonesia. Two Pertamina vessels, Pertamina Pride and Gamsunoro, are currently delayed in the Persian Gulf, carrying crude oil and third-party cargo respectively, but no LPG destined for the country. This denial follows reports of multiple tankers, including one allegedly bound for Indonesia, transiting the strait amid its temporary closure by Iran.

The Indonesian Fintech Association (Aftech) has released a study titled 'Approach to Classification Framework as the Foundation for Regulating Digital Financial Assets in Indonesia', aimed at promoting regulatory harmonisation for digital financial assets. Aftech Chairman Pandu Sjahrir emphasised that the multi-faceted framework covers legal, economic, regulatory, and technical perspectives to foster healthy, sustainable tokenisation trusted by the market. OJK's Adi Budiarso welcomed the initiative, noting the sector's growth with 21.07 million crypto consumer accounts and Rp75.83 trillion in transactions by March 2026, highlighting its integration into everyday financial life.

The National Human Rights Commission (Komnas HAM) has urged ministries and agencies to promptly implement recommendations from its 2025–2026 research, covering areas such as criminal procedure law, migrant worker protection, the death penalty, agrarian conflicts, religious freedom, and the right to food. These recommendations aim to integrate human rights principles into public policy, with specific calls for reforming suspect protections in the Criminal Procedure Code, overhauling migrant worker governance, and establishing specialised institutions for resolving agrarian disputes. Ministries have responded positively, committing to concrete actions, while Komnas HAM will monitor implementation to ensure sustained impact on rights protection.

Bank Indonesia (BI) Deputy Governor Aida S. Budiman estimates that the increase in non-subsidised fuel prices will have a limited effect on April 2026 inflation, contributing only about 0.04 percentage points, keeping overall inflation projections within the 1.5-3.5% target range for 2026 and 2027. Despite a downward revision in global GDP growth to 3.0%, Indonesia's GDP forecast remains steady at 4.9-5.7%. BI is mitigating potential inflationary pressures through coordinated efforts with central and local governments via the Central/Local Inflation Control Teams (TPIP/TPID) and the Prosperity Food Inflation Control Movement (GPIPS), including enhanced food distribution, inter-regional cooperation, affordable markets, and targeted subsidised fuel distribution.

The South Jakarta Administration is exploring ways to repurpose captured plecostomus fish (ikan sapu-sapu), an invasive species, into livestock feed and organic fertiliser to enhance its utility and reduce waste. Mayor Muhammad Anwar highlighted the potential for animal feed to mitigate rubbish issues, while the initiative follows MUI recommendations on humane culling and involves twice-weekly captures. Samples have been sent to BRIN for testing, building on suggestions from former Minister Susi Pudjiastuti to Gubernur Pramono Anung for sustainable disposal methods.

Indonesia's Finance Minister has declared that the country is in 'survival mode' due to global uncertainties, urging optimal resource use to achieve an 8 percent economic growth target under President Prabowo Subianto's leadership. The government is implementing task forces for revenue security, spending efficiency, and business climate improvements, including reforms in natural resource management and the establishment of the Forest Area Enforcement Task Force. Key priorities include infrastructure development, energy security through supply diversification, and promoting industrial capacity to attract investments and create jobs, while leveraging the economy's strong domestic consumption base for resilience.

Brigadier General Wibowo, Director of Registration and Identification at Korlantas Polri, has urged Samsat officials nationwide not to refuse motor vehicle tax payments from citizens lacking matching KTP and STNK data, instead directing them to complete the name transfer process to ensure administrative accuracy. Speaking at the National Samsat Coordinative Meeting in Semarang, he highlighted the need for flexible solutions, such as temporary STNK approvals with reporting mechanisms, in line with laws like UU No. 22/2009 and UU No. 1/2022, which promote ease in local tax reforms. This approach aims to boost public compliance, enhance service quality in the digital age, and support regional development through integrated data management.

During a visit to the pilot site of the People's School (SR) in Jakarta, Social Minister Saifullah Yusuf (Gus Ipul) and Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya witnessed an emotional moment when 15-year-old Muhammad Al Jabar, who has never attended school due to family poverty, tearfully expressed his desire to learn and become a police officer. The initiative, supported by national social and economic data, aims to provide education, accommodation, and nutrition to 77 underprivileged children, including street workers, offering them a pathway to achieve their dreams. President Prabowo Subianto's message of encouragement underscores the government's commitment to inclusive education for dropouts and out-of-school youth, positioning the SR as a beacon of hope for future leaders.

Indonesia's Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita has announced that the government will act as an early adopter of domestically produced electric vehicles to create stable demand and accelerate the national EV industry's development from upstream to downstream. The EV market has shown exponential growth with a CAGR over 140 percent in the past five years, projected to reach 21.71 percent market share by 2025, supported by an integrated ecosystem including battery supply chains and new manufacturers entering the market. This strategy, bolstered by collaborations with global and national firms and plans for a national electric car company by 2028, underscores Indonesia's growing role as a regional EV production hub while enhancing regulatory certainty and reducing fossil fuel dependence.

Australia's implementation of a social media ban for under-16s, inspired by Indonesia's policy, has proven ineffective due to platforms' failure to consistently apply available age verification tools rather than technological shortcomings. Regulators are investigating major tech firms like Meta, Google, TikTok, and Snap for violations, with potential fines up to A$49.5 million per breach, highlighting the need for stronger enforcement. This case underscores the global challenges in protecting minors online and contrasts with Indonesia's upcoming enforcement starting in March 2026.

Lufthansa has announced the cancellation of 20,000 short-haul flights until October due to a doubling of jet fuel prices triggered by the outbreak of war in Iran, aiming to save approximately 40,000 tonnes of fuel and reduce unprofitable routes. The initial wave of 120 daily cancellations began on 20 April and will continue until the end of May, following the permanent withdrawal of 27 aircraft from its Lufthansa CityLine unit amid strikes and escalating Middle East tensions. This decision comes as Europe faces growing concerns over jet fuel supply risks, with the International Energy Agency warning that stockpiles may last only six weeks if disruptions persist.

The Indonesian Electric Vehicle Industry Association (Periklindo) views the new tax scheme for electric vehicles under the Minister of Home Affairs Regulation No. 11 of 2026 as a significant opportunity for regional governments to attract investments and strengthen the national electrification ecosystem. By delegating authority to local governments to determine tax incentives, including exemptions or reductions, the policy could accelerate the adoption of EVs and support related industries, though Periklindo warns of potential policy inconsistencies across regions that might create uncertainty for consumers and businesses. Several areas, such as DKI Jakarta, are already preparing responses to implement these incentives.

The Indonesian Automotive Industry Association (Gaikindo) has endorsed the new tax scheme for electric vehicles (EVs), describing it as fair since all vehicles using public infrastructure should pay taxes equally. Under the revised Ministry of Home Affairs Regulation No. 11 of 2026, EVs are no longer automatically exempt from motor vehicle tax (PKB) and motor vehicle ownership transfer fee (BBNKB), though local governments retain discretion to offer incentives such as reductions or exemptions, potentially leading to varied policies across regions. While acknowledging potential impacts on sales, Gaikindo views this as a balanced approach between regional revenue needs and consumer affordability, with ongoing communication between industry and local authorities.

Severe traffic congestion occurred on Jalan Sholeh Iskandar in Bogor, West Java, due to the opening of a new mall, drawing large crowds and slowing down vehicles as drivers were distracted by the excitement. Police traffic officers reported the jam starting around 9 a.m. and deployed personnel to manage the flow, which began to ease by afternoon. The incident highlights the need for better parking solutions and traffic planning by businesses to mitigate such disruptions in urban areas.

Bank Indonesia reports that banking credit growth reached 9.49% year-on-year in March 2026, up slightly from the previous month, driven by investment, working capital, and consumer loans, while projecting overall growth for the year to stay between 8-12%. Despite the subdued pace, the central bank highlights the sector's strong resilience, with ample liquidity, high capital adequacy ratios, and low non-performing loans, enabling it to mitigate risks from global events like the Middle East conflict. BI plans to enhance funding capacities and coordinate with the government to improve lending structures and boost credit disbursement.

Coordinating Minister for Food Zulkifli Hasan has identified the depletion of Minyakita supply in the market, due to its allocation for food assistance programmes, as the primary cause of the recent price surge. To address this, the government plans to increase supply from domestic obligation market allocations by palm oil exporters and has instructed Perum Bulog to use alternative cooking oils at the same price for aid distribution, thereby preserving market availability. Trade Minister Budi Santoso will consult with producers to explore flexible solutions for the aid programme, amid prices hovering slightly above the regulated ceiling of Rp15,700 per litre.

Bank Indonesia reports a decline in spot US dollar transactions following the tightening of foreign exchange purchase policies, with the daily average dropping from US$78 million to US$60 million by 17 April 2026. The policy, effective from early April, mandates underlying documents for cash purchases exceeding US$50,000, up from US$100,000 previously, and has increased the usage of such documents to 93.5%. This adaptive measure aims to ensure transactions are based on genuine economic needs, supporting rupiah stability and efficient domestic foreign exchange market dynamics.

The Indonesian Ministry of Industry has clarified that automotive investments, including those by electric vehicle makers like BYD, must progress gradually from initial assembly stages to full manufacturing, emphasising that this phased approach is standard globally. Director General Setia Diarta highlighted the economic benefits of early phases such as CKD assembly, which create significant employment opportunities and add value to the production process. This statement aims to correct perceptions amid the influx of new EV players, underscoring that growing demand will naturally drive further investments in local technology and production scaling.

Indonesia's Social Minister, Saifullah Yusuf (Gus Ipul), has revealed plans for 10 additional People's School sites in Jakarta and surrounding areas, aiming to accommodate around 1,000 out-of-school children and those who have never received education. These initiatives leverage underutilised facilities from various government institutions, with student recruitment conducted through direct community outreach rather than open registration. Nationally, the programme targets over 45,000 students this year, rising to more than 100,000 next year, as part of the President's focus on reaching vulnerable children.

The Banten Provincial Government is enhancing its commitment to the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme through integrated cross-sectoral oversight to ensure optimal implementation, targeting, and quality. Governor Andra Soni emphasised the crucial role of local leaders and the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) in monitoring the programme, which currently benefits 2.7 million children daily, while BGN's Deputy Dadang Hendrayudha highlighted the need for digital monitoring, local supply chains, and strict standards to maintain nutritional integrity and economic empowerment. Approximately 20 operational units in Banten have been suspended for non-compliance, underscoring the programme's focus on hygiene, nutrition, and accountability rather than mere satiety.

China has expressed support for diplomatic efforts to achieve a full and permanent ceasefire between the United States and Iran, emphasising the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the Middle East and Gulf region. This statement from Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun follows US President Donald Trump's announcement extending a ceasefire with certain conditions. China is ready to collaborate with the international community under its four-point proposal to prevent renewed conflict and play a constructive role.

Indonesia's Ministry of Health is ramping up free health checks at 120 locations in Pati Regency to curb the spread of tuberculosis, following 2,658 cases recorded there last year, amid the country's second-highest global ranking for TB infections. The initiative includes screenings, X-rays, and preventive therapy for at-risk individuals, alongside home renovations for TB patients in substandard housing to improve environmental factors. Local authorities plan to re-register all patients and screen families within 10 days, emphasising cross-sector collaboration to combat the disease.

The Semarang branch of the Merdeka Domestic Workers' Union (SPRT) has enthusiastically welcomed the Indonesian House of Representatives' (DPR RI) approval of the Domestic Workers Protection Act (UU PPRT), a milestone after 22 years of advocacy. The legislation establishes legal protections for domestic workers, including rights to wages, working hours, holiday allowances, social security, and vocational training, while prohibiting discrimination and violence. Union coordinator Nur Kasanah emphasised the need for ongoing monitoring of the law's implementation and encouraged workers to join unions for collective support and reporting mechanisms.

The Ministry of Creative Economy is collaborating with gender-focused media outlet Magdalene to enhance digital media as a safe space for discussing issues like mental health and family dynamics, aiming to foster societal understanding and collective solutions. Deputy Minister Irene Umar highlighted women's pivotal role in the creative industry and social development, emphasising the importance of expanding digital literacy and impactful content. Magdalene's upcoming 2026 programmes, including the Sisterhood Festival and Women Lead Forum, are seen as opportunities for synergy with the ministry to promote inclusive creative content and digital literacy.

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is investigating the flow of funds in a bribery case involving suspended Rejang Lebong Regent Muhammad Fikri Thobari by questioning a deputy chairman of the National Mandate Party's (PAN) local branch in Bengkulu as a witness. The examination also covers company affiliations, fund disbursements, deposits, and alleged gratuities in public procurement projects, with additional witnesses from local government departments and private companies being interviewed. This probe stems from a March 2026 sting operation that led to the arrest of the regent, his deputy, and several others for accepting bribes equivalent to 10-15% of project values, purportedly for holiday allowances and other purposes.

Siti Nurrofiqoh, a 51-year-old former factory worker from Cikuya, Tangerang, has empowered local women by founding Rumah Batik Cikuya amid the Covid-19 pandemic, which led to widespread layoffs. Drawing from her own experiences of job instability and labour rights violations since 1993, Siti initiated informal batik-making workshops during community gatherings to foster economic independence. The vibrant batik fabrics, featuring motifs inspired by local landmarks like the Solear Sacred Tomb and Tebing Koja, symbolise resilience and hope, transforming crisis into opportunity for female self-reliance in the community.

The Attorney General's Asset Recovery Agency (BPA) is set to auction over 400 seized assets, including luxury Ferraris and gold paintings from corruption cases, at the BPA Fair 2026, with an estimated value exceeding Rp 100 billion. This initiative aims to transparently recover state losses through open auctions, integrating data systems and optimising economic and social benefits from legal enforcement assets. Collaborating with the Ministry of Finance and state-owned banks, the event underscores the commitment to public education on asset management and strengthens Indonesia's anti-corruption framework.

Bank Indonesia has received permission from Japan's Financial Services Agency to allow Japanese tourists to use the QRIS payment system for transactions in Indonesia, marking the start of cross-border cooperation on August 17, 2025. This follows a similar launch with South Korea on April 1, 2026, and builds on existing outbound QRIS implementations in several Asian countries, with BI aiming to expand to more nations including China. The initiative supports the growth of Indonesia's digital financial services, which by February 2026 boast over 60 million users, 43 million merchants, and 3.72 billion transactions, enhancing efficient and cost-effective cashless payments.

The Indonesian government, led by Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono, is prioritising the reactivation and expansion of the national railway network, with a focus on the Aceh to North Sumatra route as a quick-win project. This initiative addresses the imbalance where most of the existing 12,000 km of tracks—around 10,000 km—are concentrated on Java, with only 7,000 km operational, and aims to extend connectivity to Sumatra, Kalimantan, and Sulawesi to support logistics and natural resource distribution. The long-term plan to build and reactivate 14,000 km requires an estimated Rp 1,200 trillion over 20 years, funded through various schemes including state budgets, public-private partnerships, and foreign investments.

The ongoing US-Israel war against Iran, compounded by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, has caused the largest daily oil supply disruption in history, with losses exceeding 12 million barrels per day—equivalent to 11.5% of global demand—according to IEA data cited by Reuters. This crisis surpasses previous shocks like the 1973 Arab oil embargo and the 1979 Iranian Revolution, affecting not only crude oil but also natural gas, refined fuels, and fertilisers, while halting a fifth of global LNG production from Qatar. The far-reaching impacts highlight the vulnerabilities in the increasingly complex global energy trade, with recovery expected to be prolonged even if the conflict subsides soon.

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has stated that, following President Prabowo's directives, the Indonesian government is in 'survival mode' and deploying all resources to maximise national economic growth amid global uncertainties, targeting an 8 per cent expansion. Key efforts include forming task forces to secure state revenues and expenditures, improving business climate, enhancing resource management, and prioritising infrastructure development, energy resilience, and regional economies. Purbaya highlighted the strength of Indonesia's economic fundamentals, driven by domestic consumption, which positions the country well to weather external shocks as demonstrated during the 2009 global crisis.

Indonesian police's Cyber Crime Directorate has dismantled an international network producing and selling illegal phishing tools, arresting two suspects in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara. The operation, which spanned multiple countries, has caused global losses estimated at Rp350 billion. This bust highlights the growing threat of cybercrime and the authorities' efforts to combat it.

The trial of former Education Minister Nadiem Anwar Makarim on corruption charges related to the procurement of Chromebook laptops for education digitalisation has been postponed to 27 April due to his illness and the absence of his legal team. The case involves alleged irregularities in the 2019-2022 procurement process, resulting in state losses of Rp2.18 trillion, with Nadiem accused of receiving Rp809.59 billion from a company linked to Google investments. This high-profile case underscores ongoing efforts to combat corruption in government procurement, potentially impacting public trust in educational initiatives.

PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BNI) has fully refunded Rp 28.26 billion to the Credit Union (CU) of Aek Nabara Parish in North Sumatra, following allegations of embezzlement by rogue bank employees. The completion of this process, ahead of schedule, underscores BNI's commitment to restoring public trust and ensuring transparent resolution, as directed by the Financial Services Authority (OJK). This incident highlights ongoing challenges in banking governance and compliance within Indonesia's financial sector.

Legal expert Abdul Fickar Hadjar from Trisakti University has stated that Indonesian citizens have the right to refuse police searches unless officers present a clear warrant, emphasising that public reports alone do not justify such coercive actions. This comes in the context of a recent incident in West Jakarta's Daan Mogot area, where plainclothes police stopped a vehicle suspected of drug transactions without initially showing authorisation, leading to tensions. The case underscores the importance of procedural adherence by law enforcement to protect civil liberties while investigating crimes.

In a corruption trial at the Mataram Corruption Court, NTB DPRD legislator Nurdin Marjuni testified that he received Rp 180 million from fellow legislator Hamdan Kasim, described as a thank-you gift from newly inaugurated Governor Lalu Muhammad Iqbal for campaign support in the 2024 regional elections. Nurdin, who initially hesitated but accepted the money after deductions, later grew uneasy amid reports of covert fund distributions within the NTB DPRD and returned the sum to the NTB Attorney General's Office. Hamdan Kasim denied the claim that the money came from the governor, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of political gratuities in Indonesian regional governance.

Cambodia's imports of diesel and petrol totalled $624 million in the first quarter of 2026, marking a 15.5 percent increase from the previous year, driven by rising global oil prices amid Middle East conflicts. This surge, with diesel imports up 10.2 percent to $366 million and petrol up 24 percent to $258 million, could pressure import costs and fuel inflation in transportation and food sectors. Experts urge the government to prioritise energy diversification, including renewables, and enhance domestic refining and storage capacities.

The Banten High Prosecutor's Office is probing allegations of corruption at PT Agrobisnis Banten Mandiri (ABM), a regional state-owned enterprise, where an audit revealed that tens of billions of rupiah from an initial Rp 80 billion had vanished, leaving only around Rp 20 billion. Deputy Governor Achmad Dimyati Natakusumah stated that the previous management has been replaced, with a fit and proper test underway for new directors, while expressing hope that resolving the issue will boost provincial revenues. The investigation, covering financial management from 2020 to 2024, involved a raid on the company's office in Serang, where 90 key documents and a computer were seized as evidence.

The Indonesian National Police Traffic Corps held a forum with representatives from online motorcycle taxi communities across 12 regional police commands, where participants praised the shift towards a more humane and community-oriented approach to traffic enforcement. Drivers noted significant reductions in accident rates due to effective programmes, particularly during holiday travel periods, and highlighted their role as informal monitors on the roads. However, challenges persist, including economic pressures from app systems that encourage rule-breaking and the need for better passenger safety measures through collaborative efforts.

Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) has successfully handled its inaugural Hajj embarkation flight, departing with the first group of 360 pilgrims from Kulon Progo on 21 April 2026 bound for Medina. The airport is prepared to serve a total of 26 kloter groups from various districts in DIY and Central Java until 20 May 2026, marking a significant step in enhancing regional Hajj operations. This development underscores YIA's commitment to providing safe, comfortable, and healthy services, supported by coordination with multiple government agencies and stakeholders.

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has praised the progress of the Merah Putih Fishermen's Village in Raja Ampat, Southwest Papua, while identifying areas for improvement ahead of its operational launch in May. He highlighted the existing facilities such as ice factories and cold storage essential for preserving fish quality but stressed the need for additional support infrastructure to develop a comprehensive fisheries industry, including solar energy integration and fish processing plants. The government plans to pilot the project here before replicating it elsewhere, with coordinated support to enhance fishermen's welfare sustainably.

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) suspects former DPR RI Commission V member Sudewo of receiving kickbacks related to railway line construction and maintenance projects via trusted intermediaries. Investigators are examining witnesses, including officials from the East Java Railway Technical Office and a director of PT Giri Bangun Sentosa, to probe allegations of tender manipulations and fee distributions. This case underscores ongoing anti-corruption efforts within the Directorate General of Railways under the Ministry of Transportation, separate from Sudewo's prior bribery conviction involving village official appointments in Pati Regency.