Archive: 18 August 2026
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Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:09 WIB
Puan: DPR Leadership and Government in Meeting to Discuss Ojol Presidential Regulation
House of Representatives (DPR) Speaker Puan Maharani has confirmed that DPR leaders and government representatives are holding a coordination meeting to discuss the Presidential Regulation on online transport (ojol). The meeting aims to finalise the regulation, with DPR Deputy Speaker Sufmi Dasco Ahmad indicating that the remaining discussion focuses on how the government calculates transport for passengers and goods.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:09 WIB
Keraton Jogja to Hold Hajad Dalem Sekaten Garebeg Mulud 2026
The Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat Palace will hold the Hajad Dalem Sekaten, a week-long series of traditions marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad SAW. The Garebeg Mulud procession on 26 August will again be held in a simplified form, following the directive of Sultan Hamengku Buwono X. Palace officials note that the ceremony has evolved over time, including during the pandemic, while preserving its essence.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:09 WIB
Trump Criticises Israeli Strikes on Gaza Strip
US President Donald Trump has publicly criticised Israel for continuing attacks on targets in the Gaza Strip, claiming Hamas has agreed to lay down its arms. The rare public rift comes as his special envoy Jared Kushner meets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to salvage a faltering peace plan. The plan aims to disarm Hamas and end the war in the Palestinian enclave.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:08 WIB
600 Ukrainian Drones Strike Moscow
Russian officials reported more than 620 drone attacks targeting Moscow overnight, marking one of the largest Ukrainian strikes on the Russian capital in recent years. Three people were injured, including a 10-year-old girl, and a Wildberries warehouse was damaged. Both sides have intensified long-range attacks, pushing civilian casualties to their highest monthly level since 2022.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:08 WIB
US Media: Iran to Soon Switch to 'Total Attack' Strategy, Washington Attempts Contact with IRGC Commander
Iran is reportedly preparing to shift to a 'total attack' strategy as negotiations with the United States have stalled, with the 60-day ceasefire expiring on Monday. A senior Iranian official indicated Tehran is ready to take decisive military action to break the US naval blockade if diplomacy fails. Meanwhile, Washington is reportedly pursuing back-channel diplomacy with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, which is believed to hold significant influence over military and economic decision-making.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:07 WIB
Banten UPTD Latker partners with 65 companies to place training graduates
The Banten Manpower and Transmigration Office's Technical Implementation Unit for Job Training has partnered with around 65 companies through a regional government-industry communication forum to help place its graduates. Around 60 percent of graduates reportedly find work immediately after completing the 25-day training programmes. Graduates receive internal and BNSP professional certification valid for three years and recognised in ASEAN member countries.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:06 WIB
JLL: Indonesia has opportunity to become regional data centre hub
Property consultancy Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) says Indonesia is well positioned to attract data centre investment in Southeast Asia as digital infrastructure demand and artificial intelligence development grow. Moratoriums in Singapore and Johor Bahru have shifted demand to Batam and Jakarta. JLL also cautions that data centres create fewer jobs than manufacturing and urges the government to foster supporting industries and a domestic technology ecosystem.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:05 WIB
Reviewing NTT Earthquake Victims with National Police Chief, Titiek Oversees Logistics and Facility Fulfilment
House Commission IV Chair Siti Hediati Hariyadi (Titiek Soeharto) and National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo visited earthquake-affected areas in East Nusa Tenggara to assess urgent needs. They identified gaps in sanitation facilities, temporary shelter, and basic supplies, pledging continued coordination to address them. The National Police reported distributing 247.66 tonnes of aid, with nearly 27,700 displaced people across 107 evacuation points.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:05 WIB
House Commission XI: Fit and Proper Test for BI Governor Candidate Destry to Begin Next Week
Indonesia's House of Representatives Commission XI will begin the fit and proper test for sole Bank Indonesia governor candidate Destry Damayanti next week. President Prabowo Subianto has also proposed Aida S. Budiman as senior deputy governor, along with Solikin M. Juhro and Anwar Bashori as deputy governor candidates. House Speaker Puan Maharani confirmed the process will follow parliamentary mechanisms after the sitting period opens on 14 August 2026.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:05 WIB
80.4 tonnes of waste from Independence Day celebrations cleared
The Jakarta Environmental Agency has cleared approximately 80.4 tonnes of waste left behind after the 81st Independence Day ceremony and public festivities. Around 1,200 personnel worked in two shifts across Monas, Bundaran HI, and the Sudirman-Thamrin corridor. The agency emphasised collaboration between government, organisers, workers, and the public in maintaining cleanliness during large-scale events.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:04 WIB
From Mak Itam to Bernina Express Pullman Class: Tracing UNESCO World Heritage Railway Lines
The article highlights several railway lines recognised as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Indonesia's inactive rack railway in West Sumatra and the Bernina Express in Switzerland. It focuses on the Bernina Express Pullman Class, a luxury 1930s-style carriage with panoramic windows, which is being marketed to Indonesian travellers. The service costs around Rp13.5 million for a four-hour journey and is promoted through travel agents and direct booking.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:03 WIB
Kortas Tipikor to Submit Response to Febrie Adriansyah's Pretrial Motion Tomorrow
The National Police's Corruption Eradication Corps (Kortas Tipikor) and Polda Metro Jaya will submit their response to former Deputy Attorney General for Special Crimes Febrie Adriansyah's pretrial motion tomorrow. The Attorney General's Office will also present its response on the same day. The pretrial hearing at the South Jakarta District Court challenges the suspect designation, seizure, and search procedures against Febrie.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:02 WIB
Bandung Police arrest suspected assailant in attack on Cicalengka police chief
Police in Bandung Regency have arrested a suspect following an assault on Cicalengka Police Chief Kompol Ade Rahmat and Cicalengka Military Sub-district Commander Captain Inf Sumarna during a carnival disturbance. The two officials were attempting to break up a brawl among participants when they were allegedly struck, leaving the police chief and a member of the Pemuda Pancasila community organisation with facial injuries. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing and will be handled professionally in accordance with the law.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:01 WIB
Amran Removes 14 Agriculture Ministry Officials Suspected of Corruption Worth Billions
Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman has dismissed 14 officials from the Ministry of Agriculture over suspected financial irregularities involving billions of rupiah. The officials, ranging from echelon I to echelon III, have been temporarily suspended pending an internal investigation by the ministry's Inspectorate General. Amran stressed that the move is part of efforts to strengthen bureaucratic reform and maintain public trust, with cases to be referred to law enforcement if state losses are proven.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:01 WIB
Second Phase Economic Stimulus of Rp26.34 Trillion: Can It Maintain Purchasing Power?
The government has disbursed a second phase economic stimulus package worth Rp26.34 trillion, comprising tax incentives, internship and vocational programmes, and food assistance. CORE Indonesia's Executive Director Mohammad Faisal says the measures are necessary and can help sustain public purchasing power, though he notes their coverage remains limited relative to job seeker needs.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:00 WIB
MenPAN-RB: BPOM needs to expand services to 159 MPPs
Minister for Administrative and Bureaucratic Reform Rini Widyantini has called on the Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) to extend its services to 159 more Public Service Malls (MPPs) across Indonesia. She highlighted three bureaucratic challenges—AI acceleration, geopolitical and regulatory dynamics, and sustainability demands—and urged a citizen-centric, inclusive reform approach. Rini also stressed the importance of strengthening pre-market and post-market supervision, early warning systems, and balancing public protection with competitiveness.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:00 WIB
Indonesia targets job readiness for 100,000 people with disabilities
Indonesia's Manpower Minister Yassierli has announced a government target to prepare 100,000 people with disabilities for employment, including the establishment of a vocational training centre in Bekasi and specialised training modules. The initiative, launched in collaboration with BPJS Ketenagakerjaan, aims to ensure disabled workers enter the workforce based on competence rather than sympathy. The programme also includes entrepreneurship support through compensation payments and an expanded national internship scheme targeting 150,000 participants in 2026.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:00 WIB
KPK Summons Central Java DPRD Member Over Pemalang Regent Extortion Case
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has summoned Central Java Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) member Harun Abdul Khafizh as a witness in an alleged extortion case involving the suspended Pemalang Regent Anom Widiyantoro. Harun is among seven witnesses questioned at Semarang Police Headquarters. The KPK has named four suspects in the case, including Anom, who allegedly collected Rp1.98 billion through an associate.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:00 WIB
Jakarta Civil Servants Raise Rp3.8 Billion for NTT Earthquake Victims
The Jakarta provincial government has collected Rp3.8 billion in voluntary donations from civil servants to assist victims of the earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara. Governor Pramono Anung said additional support is being sought through corporate social responsibility programmes of regional-owned enterprises. Medical teams have also been dispatched to provide direct assistance to those affected.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:00 WIB
World's Largest Camel Population Turns Out to Be Near Indonesia
Australia, not the Middle East, is home to the world's largest wild dromedary population, with estimates ranging from hundreds of thousands to one million. The camels descend from animals introduced in the 19th century for transport and later released into the wild. Australia is now exploring limited trade in camels, including exports to Malaysia and Indonesia, as well as premium camel milk and meat products.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 15:00 WIB
Video: Bank Jago Reveals Expansion Strategy and Profit Boost
Bank Jago's director Nicholas Tan outlined the digital bank's expansion strategy at CNBC Indonesia's Digital Banking Forum 2026, highlighting partnerships with fintech firms as a key growth driver. The collaborations focus on strengthening the customer base, developing new products such as GoPay Tabungan by Jago, and launching investment services with Bibit. The discussion also addressed cybersecurity measures for digital banking.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:59 WIB
Unper and Unsil Team Creates MMB Innovation to Boost Sheep Productivity
Researchers from Universitas Perjuangan Tasikmalaya and Universitas Siliwangi have developed a Mineral Molasses Block (MMB) supplement to address micronutrient deficiencies in smallholder sheep farming. The innovation targets 'hidden hunger' in livestock caused by reliance on single forage feeds without mineral supplementation. The programme is funded by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology under its Village Development Grant scheme.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:58 WIB
Yaqut Admits Poor Health Ahead of Exception Hearing in Hajj Quota Corruption Case
Former Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut Cholil Qoumas told the Jakarta Corruption Court he was unwell but able to proceed as he prepared to lodge an exception against KPK charges. Prosecutors allege he received USD271,500 linked to the allocation of additional special hajj quotas in 2023–2024, causing state losses of Rp622.09 billion. The case also involves three other defendants, including a former special staff member and travel company executives.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:57 WIB
50 Buses Destroyed in Fire at Cikarang Depot, Cause Under Investigation
A major fire at the PO Sinar Jaya bus depot in Cikarang Barat, West Java, destroyed 50 decommissioned buses. Firefighters from multiple sectors were deployed and managed to extinguish the blaze, with no casualties reported. The cause of the fire and the total material losses remain under investigation.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:57 WIB
11 Little Aresha Daycare Yogyakarta Child Abuse Defendants Accept All Charges
Eleven caregivers accused of child abuse at Little Aresha Daycare in Yogyakarta have accepted all charges without filing any objection during their first hearing at the Yogyakarta District Court. Prosecutors detailed allegations including tying up infants, placing them on the floor, confining them in overcrowded and poorly ventilated rooms, and in one case submerging a child's head in a bathtub. The defendants face combined charges under Indonesia's Child Protection Law and the Criminal Code.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:57 WIB
NTB Distributes Logistics Aid by Sea to Address NTT Earthquake Impact
The West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) provincial government has deployed a humanitarian team to East Manggarai, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), to establish a field hospital and public kitchen for victims of the 7.7-magnitude earthquake. The team departed on 16 August 2026 via land to Sape Port in Bima before crossing to Labuan Bajo in two stages. Officials emphasised one-door coordination with the NTT BPBD to ensure aid distribution is targeted and avoids logistical pile-ups.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:56 WIB
Febrie Adriansyah Asks Attorney General's Office to Return Evidence of 74 Kg Gold and Cash
Former Deputy Attorney General for Special Crimes Febrie Adriansyah has filed a pretrial motion requesting the return of 74 kilograms of gold and cash seized from his family home. His legal team argues the seizure was unlawful and that evidence obtained from it cannot be used under the fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine. The case relates to alleged money laundering involving the discovery of gold and hundreds of billions of rupiah in cash.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:55 WIB
DPR RI approves further discussion of 2027 State Budget Draft
The Indonesian House of Representatives has approved further deliberation of the 2027 State Budget Draft, with factions weighing in on key spending priorities. The PDIP faction called for the Rp242 trillion free nutritious meal programme to be better targeted, while Golkar and Gerindra focused on growth strategy and tax ratio improvements. The government has set a 6 percent economic growth target for 2027, alongside lower poverty and unemployment goals.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:55 WIB
Police hand over three suspects in NTT subsidised fuel misuse case to prosecutors
East Nusa Tenggara Police have transferred three suspects and evidence in a subsidised fuel misuse case to the public prosecutor, paving the way for trial. The suspects allegedly bought subsidised fuel using barcodes provided by petrol station staff and resold it for personal profit. Police have urged the public to use government-subsidised fuel wisely and avoid actions that cause state losses.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:55 WIB
On 0% Down Payment for Electric Motorcycles, Leasing Boss Warns of Missed Instalments
Indonesia's financing industry has urged the government to define the target market before rolling out a 0% down payment scheme for electric motorcycles. APPI chairman Suwandi Wiratno stressed that prudent credit assessment and consumer repayment capacity must remain central to the programme. He also called for clarity on who bears the cost of subsidised interest rates to protect the health of the financing sector.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:54 WIB
Titiek Soeharto Reviews Earthquake Evacuee Camp in Reok
Siti Hediati Hariyadi, known as Titiek Soeharto, visited the Barangkelong evacuation post in Reok, Manggarai Regency, to assess conditions following the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Flores Island. Accompanied by National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo, she highlighted urgent needs including sanitation facilities, clean water, medical care, and clothing. She pledged to convey the requirements for repairing heavily damaged homes to the government.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:53 WIB
Prabowo Nominates M Sarjito as Head of Strategic Mineral and Commodities Exchange at OJK
President Prabowo Subianto has nominated M Sarjito to lead the Strategic Mineral and Commodities Exchange under the Financial Services Authority (OJK), with the nomination submitted to the House of Representatives for processing. House Speaker Puan Maharani confirmed that Commission XI will handle the nomination according to established procedures. The government is targeting the exchange to begin operations on 1 January 2027 as part of its single-window export policy.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:53 WIB
Jakarta Transportation Agency Implements Traffic Engineering on Jalan Kramat Raya
The Jakarta Transportation Agency has introduced phased traffic management on Jalan Kramat Raya and Jalan Matraman Raya in Central Jakarta to accommodate utility network construction. The works, carried out by the Jakarta Highways Department, include installing manhole frames, covers, precast handholes and HDPE pipes. Road users are advised to plan journeys accordingly as lane narrowing is expected during the project.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:53 WIB
Mataram District Court accepts cassation appeal in fatal student assault case
The Mataram District Court has accepted cassation appeals from both prosecutors and the defendant in the case of student Ni Made Vaniradya Puspa Nitra, who died following an assault at Nipah Beach in North Lombok. The appeals follow an appellate court ruling that upheld the lower court's six-year prison sentence for defendant Radiet Adiansyah. Prosecutors had sought a 13-year sentence for murder, while the presiding judge had issued a dissenting opinion citing possible third-party involvement.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:52 WIB
Supandang Dies from Machete Wounds While Collecting Rp 500,000 Debt; Father and Son Detained
A 40-year-old man in Probolinggo, East Java, has died after being attacked with a machete while attempting to collect an outstanding debt of Rp 500,000. The victim, Supandang, succumbed to his injuries after five days of hospital treatment. Police have detained a father and son suspected of carrying out the attack.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:51 WIB
Prabowo Nominates M Sarjito as Head of Mineral and Strategic Commodities Exchange
The Indonesian government has submitted a presidential letter to the House of Representatives proposing M Sarjito as Head of the Mineral and Strategic Commodities Exchange within the OJK Board of Commissioners. House Speaker Puan Maharani confirmed the nomination will be processed by Commission XI according to established mechanisms. The DPR also received presidential letters concerning the sale of a former naval vessel and candidates for Bank Indonesia governor and deputy governors.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:51 WIB
Gerindra Speaks Out on Prabowo Sitting Side by Side with Jokowi During Indonesia's Independence Day
Gerindra Party spokesman Bahtra Banong has defended the sight of President Prabowo Subianto sitting alongside his predecessor Joko Widodo and Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka during the 81st Independence Day ceremony. He described the interaction as natural and reflective of a good relationship, noting that former presidents and vice presidents typically attend such state events. Bahtra added that Prabowo has consistently maintained communication with previous national leaders.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:51 WIB
US Bans Iran from Possessing Nuclear Weapons – Ebola Outbreak in Congo Worsens
US President Donald Trump has reiterated that Iran must not be allowed to possess nuclear weapons, amid stalled diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran. Meanwhile, the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has officially become the deadliest in the country's history, with at least 2,325 deaths surpassing the toll from the 2018–2020 outbreak.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:50 WIB
Perta Daya Gas Builds LPG Bulk Filling Station in Sorong to Shorten Supply Chain
PT Perta Daya Gas is constructing an LPG bulk filling station (SPBE) in the Sorong Special Economic Zone, Papua Barat Daya, to improve supply reliability and reduce prices. The facility, with a capacity of 60 metric tonnes per day, will source gas directly via a 1.4 km pipeline from Petrogas, replacing the current practice of bottling in Surabaya. The project involves cooperation with regional-owned enterprise PT Malamoi Olom Wobok and will supply PT Pertamina Patra Niaga as the anchor buyer.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:50 WIB
Walhi: South Kalimantan Not Yet Free from Haze and Climate Crisis
The Indonesian Forum for the Environment (Walhi) has warned that South Kalimantan remains trapped in an annual cycle of forest fires, haze and ecological disaster. The group recorded 3,520 hotspots between May and August 2026, with around 71 per cent located inside corporate concession areas. Walhi is urging regional leaders to overhaul mitigation governance and hold companies accountable for environmental degradation.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:49 WIB
Jasamarga resumes repairs on several sections of Jakarta-Cikampek Toll Road
PT Jasamarga Transjawa Tol is carrying out routine maintenance on multiple sections of the Jakarta-Cikampek Toll Road to preserve infrastructure reliability and service quality. The works include pavement reconstruction at specific points with traffic management measures in place. Motorists are advised to plan journeys and follow on-site directions during the maintenance period.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:49 WIB
Alfamart Distributes Aid to Earthquake Victims in NTT
Indonesian retail chain Alfamart has distributed emergency supplies to communities affected by earthquakes in several areas of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). The aid, delivered through local disaster management agencies, includes drinking water, biscuits, ready-to-eat meals, and milk. The company says the assistance is part of its rapid-response corporate social responsibility programme.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:49 WIB
National Police Chief Ensures Flores Earthquake Aid Continues to Flow, 67 Dead, 27,700 Still Displaced
National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo has confirmed that aid for victims of the Flores earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara will continue to be distributed. As of Tuesday, around 27,700 residents remain in 107 evacuation sites across seven affected districts. The National Police have deployed 236 personnel, established eight disaster response posts, and dispatched 247.66 tonnes of logistical aid to support the emergency response.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:48 WIB
Perpani proposes departing four days early to 2026 Asian Games for adaptation
The Indonesian Archery Association (PB Perpani) has proposed that the national archery team depart for Japan four days before competition begins at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya to allow athletes to adapt physically, mentally, and environmentally. The federation has reduced its squad from 12 to 10 archers due to budget efficiency policies. Indonesia is targeting an improved medal haul after winning two bronzes at the previous Asian Games in Hangzhou.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:48 WIB
KAI Jakarta records 385 thousand passengers during Independence Day holiday
PT Kereta Api Indonesia's Operational Area 1 Jakarta recorded over 385,000 long-distance train passengers during the extended holiday for Indonesia's 81st Independence Day, from 13 to 18 August 2026. Peak departures occurred on 15 August with 40,041 passengers, while peak arrivals were recorded on 17 August with 39,880 passengers. The high mobility reflects strong public preference for rail transport during national holidays.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:48 WIB
PTPN Group Marks 81st Independence Day Through Community Empowerment and Self-Reliance
State-owned plantation holding PTPN Group has marked Indonesia's 81st Independence Day by reaffirming its commitment to community empowerment and economic self-reliance. The company highlighted its Bakti BUMN volunteer programme in Lampung Selatan, which provided training for MSMEs, homestay managers, and schoolchildren, alongside health and environmental initiatives. PTPN Group stated that the activities translate the spirit of independence into tangible benefits for local communities.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:48 WIB
DPR member calls for equitable distribution of NTT earthquake aid
House of Representatives Commission XII member Ateng Sutisna has urged the government to ensure aid for victims of the Nusa Tenggara Timur earthquake is distributed evenly across all affected areas. He stressed the need for integrated coordination among central and regional agencies and detailed needs mapping to prevent aid from piling up in one location while other areas go without. The earthquake has displaced over 5,000 people and caused 68 deaths, with significant damage to homes and public facilities.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:47 WIB
Rumours of BYAN Acquisition Send Haji Isam-Linked Shares Soaring
Shares in several companies affiliated with Indonesian businessman Haji Isam surged on the Indonesia Stock Exchange amid market speculation that his Jhonlin Group is seeking to acquire a controlling stake in coal miner Bayan Resources. The rumoured acquisition of around 62% of BYAN shares drove significant gains across Isam-linked issuers, with Jhonlin Agro Raya leading the rally.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:47 WIB
Tourist sites shut in Flores after quake leaves 68 dead, damage
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Flores has killed 68 people and forced over 5,000 residents into emergency shelters, with widespread damage to homes, schools, health facilities, and government offices. Several tourist attractions, including Goa Rangko, Wae Rebo Traditional Village, and Kelimutu National Park, have been temporarily closed for safety inspections and repairs, while Komodo National Park remains fully operational. The disaster has also severely affected the hospitality sector, with hotels and homestays in Nagekeo Regency sustaining significant structural damage.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026, 14:46 WIB
Hundreds of Paniai Residents Raise the Red and White Flag on Bobairo Hill
Around 300 residents of Paniai Regency, Central Papua, including indigenous Papuans, migrants and security personnel, climbed Bobairo Hill to raise the Indonesian flag in celebration of the 81st anniversary of Indonesia's independence. The event proceeded peacefully and was marked by strong community enthusiasm despite reported calls for residents to boycott independence day commemorations. Organisers described the flag-raising as a symbol of unity and love for Indonesia.