Archive: 3 June 2026
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Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:29 WIB
BNPB: Forest and Land Fires Continue to Affect Two Regencies in Aceh
The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) has reported ongoing forest and land fires across the Aceh Singkil and East Aceh regencies. Authorities have successfully extinguished the flames through collaborative efforts and are now urging local governments to increase surveillance and community education to prevent further outbreaks during the dry season.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:29 WIB
Palace Responds to Search of National Nutrition Agency Office Following Dismissal of Dadan and Others
The State Secretary has responded to the Attorney General's Office's search of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) headquarters. The raid follows the recent dismissal of BGN Head Dadan Hindayana and two deputies by President Prabowo Subianto.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:29 WIB
What Holiday is on 16 June 2026? Regulations and Leave Recommendations
The Islamic New Year 1 Muharram 1448 Hijriah has been designated as a national holiday on 16 June 2026. This report outlines the official schedule and provides suggestions for utilising annual leave to create extended long weekends.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:29 WIB
China Urges US and Iran to Adhere to Ceasefire
China has called on the United States and Iran to respect existing ceasefire agreements and avoid a resurgence of conflict in the Middle East. The diplomatic plea follows recent US airstrikes on Qeshm Island and reports of intercepted Iranian missiles and drones.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:28 WIB
KPK Summons Pemuda Pancasila Chairman Japto and Former Regent Rita Widyasari
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has scheduled examinations for the Chairman of Pemuda Pancasila, Japto Soerjosoemarno, and former Regent Rita Widyasari. The investigation pertains to alleged corruption and gratifications involving coal mining companies in Kutai Kartanegara.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:27 WIB
Hotel Entrepreneurs Urge Local Governments to Crack Down on Illegal Accommodations
The Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) has called upon local governments to take responsibility for monitoring illegal inns within their jurisdictions. This comes as the Ministry of Tourism prepares to remove unlicensed accommodations from online travel platforms by August 2026 to ensure fair competition and tax revenue.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:27 WIB
KPK Investigates New Corruption Case Regarding Railway Track Procurement in South Sumatra
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is expanding its investigation into a new corruption case involving the construction and maintenance of railway tracks in South Sumatra. The probe follows a previous sting operation and involves questioning several witnesses, including officials from the Ministry of Transportation.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:25 WIB
House Commission VII Urges Ministry of Tourism to Map Regional Tourism Growth
The Indonesian House of Representatives' Commission VII has called on the Ministry of Tourism to conduct a comparative analysis of tourism growth across Southeast Asia. The move aims to strengthen Indonesia's competitive position against neighbouring countries like Vietnam and ensure more targeted budget allocation.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:25 WIB
Customs Officer Sent Secret Data to Blueray Boss in Exchange for Rp 100 Million
A Customs official admitted in court to leaking confidential import notification documents to executives of Blueray Cargo in exchange for a bribe. The leaked data was allegedly used to manipulate customs clearance processes to ensure faster processing for certain shipments.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:25 WIB
Metro Jaya Regional Police Urge Citizens to Utilise 2026 Vehicle Tax Amnesty
The Jakarta Regional Police have encouraged residents to take advantage of a three-month vehicle tax amnesty programme running from 1 June to 31 August 2026. The initiative aims to waive administrative fines for motor vehicle tax and ownership transfer fees to ease the financial burden on citizens and improve administrative compliance.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:25 WIB
Hotel Entrepreneurs Point to Local Governments as Responsible for Eradicating Illegal Lodgings
The Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) has called on local district and city governments to take responsibility for monitoring illegal accommodations. This comes as the Ministry of Tourism prepares to remove unlicensed lodging from online travel platforms by August 2026.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:23 WIB
SKK Migas: Gas Production Reaches 95 Per Cent of State Budget Target
The head of SKK Migas, Djoko Siswanto, announced that Indonesia's natural gas production has reached 95 per cent of its 2026 state budget target. Additionally, a significant gas discovery by ENI in East Kalimantan has been reported, with potential reserves of 5 trillion cubic feet.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:23 WIB
Trump to Attend White House Media Gala on 24 July
US President Donald Trump is scheduled to attend the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner on 24 July. The event, which was previously postponed following a shooting incident, aims to demonstrate that violence will not intimidate the free press.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:23 WIB
Netanyahu Declares Israel Will Eliminate Iran's 'Terror Regime'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to dismantle Iran's 'terror regime' to prevent the nation from acquiring nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles. His remarks come amidst stalled peace negotiations between the United States and Iran and follow a period of intense military conflict between the two nations.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:23 WIB
First Phase Evaluation of Free Nutritious Meal Programme
President Prabowo Subianto has reshuffled the leadership of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) following an extensive evaluation of the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme. The restructuring aims to strengthen governance, operational discipline, and food quality standards across the initiative's vast distribution network.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:22 WIB
Minister Inspects Nutrition Service Unit in Aceh to Ensure Optimal Nutritional Services
The Minister of Population and Family Development, Wihaji, inspected the Nutrition Fulfillment Service Unit (SPPG) in Southeast Aceh to monitor the implementation of the Free Nutritious Meal programme. The facility serves over 2,300 portions daily, targeting students, pregnant women, and toddlers to combat stunting.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:20 WIB
Indonesia Aims to Implement Universal Banking; Banker Outlines Necessary Requirements
The Indonesian National Bankers Association (Perbanas) has called for new regulations to enable the implementation of universal banking in Indonesia. The move aims to allow domestic banks to offer integrated services, such as equity financing, to compete more effectively with regional giants like DBS and CIMB.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:19 WIB
PDI Perjuangan assesses relationship between Megawati and Prabowo remains intact
PDI Perjuangan has stated that the relationship between party chairwoman Megawati Soekarnoputri and President Prabowo Subianto remains stable despite their differing political positions. The party highlights that their bond is built on long-standing friendship, statesmanship, and a shared vision for national politics.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:17 WIB
Police Bill Meeting: Habiburokhman Highlights Neutrality Concerns Regarding Football Clubs
During a discussion on the revision of the National Police Law, Commission III Chairman Habiburokhman raised concerns regarding the neutrality of the Indonesian National Police due to its involvement in professional football clubs. He argued that owning clubs like Bhayangkara FC creates unnecessary burdens and potential conflicts with the public, a sentiment echoed by legal experts.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:17 WIB
Prabowo meets Turkish FM to discuss Middle East stability
President Prabowo Subianto met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Jakarta to discuss regional stability in the Middle East, particularly regarding Iran and Palestine. The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to diplomacy and shared humanitarian values, while also acknowledging Turkey's role in the repatriation of Indonesian citizens.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:16 WIB
Dasco Responds to Reports of Former National Nutrition Agency Head's Arrest
Deputy Speaker of the House Sufmi Dasco Ahmad has addressed rumours regarding the arrest of former National Nutrition Agency (BGN) head Dadan Hindayana. While Dasco confirmed knowledge of a raid on the BGN office by the Attorney General's Office, he stated that legal matters should be left to the authorities.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:16 WIB
Commission IX: Change in National Nutrition Agency Leadership to Strengthen Free Nutritious Meal Programme
A member of Commission IX of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Irma Suryani Chaniago, views the leadership transition at the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) as a strategic move to enhance the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme. The change follows allegations of irregularities regarding the procurement of kitchen sites for the programme.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:15 WIB
Dollar Nears Rp18,000: What Indonesians Can Do to Strengthen the Rupiah
The Indonesian Rupiah has hit a historic low, approaching the Rp17,945 level against the US Dollar due to global uncertainties and a shrinking trade surplus. Experts suggest that citizens can support the currency by prioritising domestic products, investing in local government bonds, and avoiding the hoarding of US Dollars.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:15 WIB
KPK Sting Operation Targets West Jakarta Immigration Officials; Director General Offers Full Support
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has conducted a sting operation involving officials from the West Jakarta Immigration Office. The Director General of Immigration has expressed full support for the investigation, stating a commitment to cleaning up the institution.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:14 WIB
Gapasdap Welcomes Reorganisation of Merak and Bakauheni Ports
The National Association of River, Lake, and Ferry Transport Entrepreneurs (Gapasdap) has expressed support for PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry's initiative to sterilise the Merak and Bakauheni port areas. The programme aims to enhance safety, security, and service quality within the national ferry transport network.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:14 WIB
Prabowo Meets Turkish Foreign Minister, Appreciates Repatriation of Indonesian Flotilla Activists
President Prabowo Subianto met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss regional stability. During the meeting, Prabowo expressed gratitude to the Turkish government for its role in repatriating nine Indonesian citizens involved in the Global Sumud Flotilla 2.0 humanitarian mission.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:14 WIB
National Nutrition Agency Office Raided by Attorney General's Office, Palace Responds
The Attorney General's Office has conducted a raid on the headquarters of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) in Jakarta. The State Secretary's Office has urged the public to wait for the official results of the investigation, framing the process as part of ongoing efforts to improve government governance.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:13 WIB
Health Screening at National Entry Points Credited with Reducing Hajj Pilgrim Mortality This Year
The Indonesian Ministry of Health has implemented rigorous health screening protocols at national entry points to safeguard Hajj pilgrims. These measures, including the cancellation of departures for unfit individuals, have significantly lowered morbidity and mortality rates compared to previous years.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:13 WIB
To Prevent Road Subsidence, Urban Planning Observer Urges Jakarta Provincial Government to Map Busy Routes
Urban planning expert Setiawan has called on the Jakarta Provincial Government to implement urgent mitigation measures to prevent road subsidence incidents. He proposed a four-step strategy involving risk mapping, contingency planning, emergency response technology, and traffic engineering.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:11 WIB
Police and Military Struggle to Extinguish Forest Fires in Bengkalis, Maintaining 24-Hour Vigil
Joint forces including the police, military, and local agencies are working continuously to combat ongoing forest fires in Bengkalis. The operation involves intensive cooling efforts to prevent the fire from spreading through acacia forest areas near industrial concessions.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:11 WIB
Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education and Australia Form Working Group to Strengthen Safe School Culture in 20 Regions
The Indonesian Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, in partnership with the Australian Government via the INOVASI programme, has established a working group to implement safe and comfortable school culture (BSAN) across 20 regencies and cities. This initiative aims to foster inclusive, safe, and student-centred educational environments through cross-sectoral coordination.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:11 WIB
Central Information Commission ensures dispute services continue following Arya's resignation
The Central Information Commission (KIP) has confirmed that public information dispute resolution services will remain operational despite the reduction in commissioners. Following the resignation of Vice Chairman Arya Sandhiyudha, the commission has implemented internal measures to manage ongoing cases and maintain institutional functions.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:11 WIB
Jakarta Inflation Eases Amid Global Uncertainty and Eid al-Adha Period
Inflation in Jakarta slowed to 0.12% month-on-month in May 2026, remaining lower than the national average. While rising energy prices and seasonal demand for religious holidays exerted upward pressure, a decline in gold prices and surplus poultry supplies helped stabilise the economy.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:10 WIB
Trump Powerless, Yielding to America's True 'Rulers'
US President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order on AI regulation that features significantly more lenient review periods than previously proposed. The decision follows intense pressure from Silicon Valley giants, marking a victory for the tech industry in the ongoing race for AI dominance.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:09 WIB
Moody's Assigns Baa2 Rating to Danantara Investment Management, Maintains Negative Outlook
Global rating agency Moody's has assigned an initial issuer rating of Baa2 to PT Danantara Investment Management (DIM) with a negative outlook. The rating is closely aligned with Indonesia's sovereign rating, reflecting the strong credit link and expected government support for the newly established entity.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:09 WIB
Alleged Bribery in Free Nutritious Meal Kitchen Sites One of the Factors Behind Dadan's Removal
President Prabowo Subianto has reshuffled the leadership of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) following allegations of corruption involving the sale of kitchen sites for the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme. The Chief of Staff to the President confirmed that the decision aims to improve project governance and address findings of misconduct.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:08 WIB
Moody's Assigns Baa2 Rating to Danantara Investment Management
Global rating agency Moody's has assigned an initial Baa2 issuer rating to PT Danantara Investment Management (DIM), albeit with a negative outlook. The rating is closely aligned with Indonesia's sovereign rating, reflecting the strong credit link and expected government support for the newly formed entity.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:08 WIB
Serang City Government Defers Asset Dispute Resolution to Central Government
The Serang City Government has decided to let the central government mediate the ongoing asset dispute with the Serang Regency. Officials maintain that the principle of domicile should dictate that all assets within the city's administrative boundaries belong to the City Government.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:07 WIB
IDX Plummets, OJK Chief Monitors Impact on Insurance and Pension Funds
The Indonesian Financial Services Authority (OJK) is intensifying its supervision of investment practices within insurance companies and pension funds following a significant drop in the Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG). The regulator is specifically assessing the impact of MSCI index rebalancing and potential risks from non-transparent intra-group transactions.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:07 WIB
Former National Nutrition Agency Head Dadan Hindayana Picked Up by Attorney General's Office; Palace Urges Public to Wait for Legal Proceedings
The Presidential Palace has responded to reports regarding the detention of former National Nutrition Agency (BGN) Head Dadan Hindayana and two former deputies. State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi has urged the public to allow law enforcement agencies to carry out their investigations following a search of the BGN office by the Attorney General's Office.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:06 WIB
Traffic Corps Chief States 60 Per Cent of Enforcement in Operation Patuh Utilises ETLE
The Indonesian National Police's Traffic Corps has announced that 60 per cent of enforcement actions during Operation Patuh 2026 will be conducted via electronic traffic law enforcement (ETLE). The operation aims to target vehicle plate manipulation while prioritising digital-based law enforcement and driver education.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:06 WIB
Indonesia, Denmark explore cooperation in green job creation
Indonesia's Environment Minister, Moh. Jumhur Hidayat, is seeking to collaborate with Denmark to develop green job opportunities and professional expertise in environmental sustainability. The initiative aims to leverage Denmark's experience in waste management and green energy to create new employment sectors, such as carbon credit auditing, within the Indonesian economy.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:06 WIB
Rupiah Hits All-Time Low as US Dollar Surpasses Rp17,940
The Indonesian Rupiah has plummeted to a record low against the US Dollar, breaching the psychological level of Rp17,900. The depreciation is driven by global geopolitical tensions in the Gulf and a significant decline in Indonesia's trade surplus.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:05 WIB
Dudung Receives Information Regarding Dadan's Removal Amid Allegations of Bribery in Free Nutritious Meal Kitchens
Chief of Staff to the President, Dudung Abdurachman, has acknowledged reports that the Head of the National Nutrition Agency, Dadan Hindayana, has been removed from his position. The removal is allegedly linked to allegations of bribery involving the procurement of kitchens for the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:05 WIB
World Today: Three Australians to be Deported from Indonesia due to 'Dark Flight'
Three Australian nationals are facing deportation from Indonesia following illegal entry into South Papua via an unauthorised flight. Additionally, the Head of the National Nutrition Agency has been dismissed by President Prabowo due to disciplinary and governance issues.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:05 WIB
IDX Plummets, OJK Chief Monitors Impact on Insurance and Pension Funds
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) is intensifying its supervision of investment practices within insurance companies and pension funds following a significant drop in the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). The regulator is specifically investigating the impact of MSCI rebalancing and recent market volatility on investment portfolios.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:05 WIB
Central Information Commission asserts Arya's resignation is unrelated to commissioner selection
The Central Information Commission (KIP) has clarified that the resignation of Vice Chairman Arya Sandhiyudha is not linked to the ongoing selection process for new commissioners. The move follows Arya's appointment to a directorship at PTPN IV, which precludes him from holding dual positions under Indonesian law.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:05 WIB
MSME Minister reveals reasons why CV and PT are excluded from 0.5 per cent tax scheme
The Minister of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Maman Abdurrahman, has explained that non-individual business entities (CV and PT) are being removed from the 0.5 per cent final income tax scheme to prevent tax incentive abuse. The policy aims to stop large-scale businesses from splitting into multiple smaller entities to artificially maintain turnover below the Rp4.8 billion threshold.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:05 WIB
Indonesia's tourism charts robust growth amid pressures: Minister
Indonesia's tourism sector has demonstrated significant growth, with foreign arrivals increasing by 8.24 per cent in the first four months of 2026. Minister Wardhana emphasised that the government is focusing on ensuring these economic gains, including US$4.05 billion in quarterly revenue, directly benefit local communities and MSMEs through initiatives like tourism village development and halal certification.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026, 15:05 WIB
DPR Addresses Surge in Medical Inflation Burdening Health Insurance
The Chairman of Commission XI of the Indonesian Parliament, Mukhamad Misbakhun, has expressed support for reforming the national health insurance ecosystem. This initiative aims to address the significant rise in medical inflation, which has caused insurance claims to surge by 100%.