Archive: 21 August 2026
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Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:46 WIB
Food Coordinating Minister pushes Banyuwangi Hijau as national model for waste management
Coordinating Minister for Food Zulkifli Hasan has urged that the Banyuwangi Hijau programme be adopted as a national model for community-based waste management and circular economy. The programme, which evolved from the STOP Project in Muncar, has received international support from Austria, Norway, and the UAE. Its third phase focuses on strengthening the entire waste management chain, from public education to processing.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:46 WIB
JAKI & Fellowship Cities Forum 2026: Jakarta Opens Digital Platform to 200 Cities
The Jakarta provincial government is granting 200 Indonesian cities the right to use and replicate two of its digital platforms, the City Data Platform and Learning Management System, following the JAKI & Fellowship Cities Forum 2026. The forum, attended by over 3,000 participants, focused on sharing best practices in digital transformation and public innovation. Jakarta also emphasised that the knowledge exchange is two-way, with the capital keen to learn from innovations implemented by other regional governments.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:45 WIB
BNI Offers Exclusive Access to Andrea Bocelli 'Romanza' Concert in Indonesia
State-owned lender Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) is providing exclusive presale access and discounts of up to 20% for Andrea Bocelli's 'Romanza - 30th Anniversary World Tour' concerts in Indonesia. The bank is also offering instalment plans for credit card holders and promoting the event as a boost to the local economy. The concerts are scheduled for Borobudur and Jakarta in late 2026.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:45 WIB
Yields Reach 6.9%, Purbaya Sells 2 Retail Sukuk Today
The Indonesian government has opened the offer period for two retail sukuk series, SR025T3 and SR025T5, with fixed yields of 6.80% and 6.90% respectively. The instruments are available online to domestic individual investors from 21 August to 16 September 2026, with settlement on 23 September 2026. The issuance aims to deepen the domestic financial market and broaden the retail investor base.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:44 WIB
KuCoin Obtains ISO/IEC 42001 Certification, Strengthening Trustworthy AI Governance on Global Digital Asset Platform
KuCoin, a global cryptocurrency platform, has secured ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification for its Artificial Intelligence Management System, marking a significant step in responsible AI governance. The certification reinforces the company's Trust Framework and supports its long-term vision of providing secure, transparent and trustworthy digital asset infrastructure. KuCoin's CEO emphasised that growing AI capabilities must be matched by greater responsibility, with the certification demonstrating the firm's commitment to transparent and accountable AI deployment.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:44 WIB
NTT Governor thanks NTB and Bali for support to earthquake victims
East Nusa Tenggara Governor Emanuel Melkiades Laka Lena has expressed gratitude for the solidarity shown by his counterparts from West Nusa Tenggara and Bali, who visited earthquake victims in East Manggarai. The visit was part of the Bali-NTB-NTT Regional Cooperation framework, with NTB Governor Lalu Muhamad Iqbal distributing aid and offering moral support at five evacuation sites. The gesture underscores the regional cooperation that Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian has cited as a model of tangible inter-provincial solidarity.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:44 WIB
Is Prophet Muhammad's Birthday 2026 a Public Holiday? Here Are the Joint Ministerial Decree Provisions
The Indonesian government has confirmed that Prophet Muhammad's Birthday (Maulid Nabi) on 25 August 2026 will be a national public holiday. The decision is set out in the Joint Ministerial Decree (SKB 3 Menteri) Number 1497, 2, and 5 of 2025, which also lists 17 national holidays and 8 collective leave days for 2026. The announcement provides clarity for workers and students planning their schedules.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:43 WIB
Pelni: Ministry of Transport grants 100% freight tariff discount for aid to NTT
State-owned shipping company PT Pelni has announced that the Ministry of Transport is providing a 100% discount on cargo tariffs, allowing humanitarian aid for earthquake victims in East Nusa Tenggara to be shipped free of charge. The policy was applied to aid transported aboard the passenger vessel KM Tidar, which delivered 481 packages of relief goods to Maumere. Pelni has also opened joint aid posts at major ports to facilitate further donations.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:42 WIB
BRI Unveils New Look for QLola Digital Platform to Strengthen Business Banking Solutions
PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) has launched a refreshed interface for its QLola digital banking platform, aiming to deliver a more integrated and intuitive experience for business customers. The update is built on three pillars: personalisation, connectivity, and seamless user experience. Active users have surpassed 99,000, with transaction volumes reaching Rp8,799 trillion in the first half of 2026.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:42 WIB
East Java Provincial Government sends another 64.4 tonnes of aid for NTT earthquake victims
The East Java Provincial Government has dispatched an additional 64.4 tonnes of humanitarian aid for communities affected by the earthquake in Nusa Tenggara Timur. The shipment, which departed from Tanjung Perak Port, includes medicines, food supplies, toiletries and hygiene products. Governor Khofifah Indar Parawansa said the province aims to send up to 100 tonnes of support and is also deploying additional medical teams and preparing trauma healing services.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:41 WIB
House Commission IV Urges National Priority Status for Kalimantan Forest Fire Handling
House of Representatives Commission IV Deputy Chairman Alex Indra Lukman has called on the government to take extraordinary measures against forest and land fires in Kalimantan, whose impacts have spread across health, education, transport and economic sectors. He warned that the current El Niño-driven dry conditions could repeat the 1997-1998 disaster, which burned over nine million hectares and became Southeast Asia's largest environmental catastrophe of the 20th century. The commission is urging a total evaluation of existing fire prevention policies, including stronger early detection, satellite-based warning systems, and community empowerment programmes.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:41 WIB
Safety at Level Crossings Needs to Be Maintained Together, KAI Strengthens Education and Closes Illegal Crossings
PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) is intensifying efforts to improve safety at level crossings through public education, warning signage, environmental enforcement, and the closure of illegal crossings. Data up to 10 August 2026 recorded 159 accidents at level crossings, with 87% involving vehicles that forced their way through. KAI has carried out thousands of socialisation activities and closed 416 illegal crossings in 2026 alone.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:40 WIB
Gibran Visits Two Areas Severely Affected by Flores Earthquake Today
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka is visiting the regencies of Manggarai and East Manggarai in East Nusa Tenggara, which were severely impacted by the 7.7 magnitude earthquake on 15 August. The visit follows his inspection of evacuation posts in Sikka the previous day. He is scheduled to visit refugee camps in Dampek and Pota.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:38 WIB
Trade Ministry: Indonesia signs Rp1.3 billion clove export contract with Saudi Arabia
Indonesia has secured a contract to export 10 tonnes of cloves worth US$78,000 (approximately Rp1.3 billion) to Saudi Arabia. The agreement was signed between PT Navva Nusantara Commodities and Al Nafea Foods Co., facilitated by the Indonesia Trade Promotion Center in Jeddah. The Trade Ministry hopes the deal will further open access for Indonesian products in the Gulf region.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:36 WIB
Indonesia and China hold Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue in Jakarta
Indonesia and China convened their inaugural Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue and the second 2+2 Dialogue Mechanism meeting in Jakarta, bringing together the foreign and defence ministers of both nations. The new bilateral framework, established during Foreign Minister Sugiono's visit to Beijing in April 2025, aims to review cooperation achievements and set strategic priorities. Discussions are expected to focus on economic partnership, development synergy, and strengthening political, defence and security cooperation.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:35 WIB
Nikkei and Kospi Fall in Tandem as Asian Markets Weighed Down by US Yields
Asia-Pacific markets declined on Friday as rising long-dated US Treasury yields renewed inflation concerns and dampened risk appetite. Japan's Nikkei 225 and South Korea's Kospi both fell, while Australia's benchmark index also slipped. Analysts noted that US Treasury buybacks differ from quantitative easing and do not reduce the total debt the market must absorb.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:34 WIB
Indonesia Prepares Nuclear Power Plants, Nuclear Projected to Become New Mainstay of Energy Transition
Indonesia's National Energy Council has signalled a shift in nuclear policy, positioning nuclear power as a key accelerator for decarbonisation rather than a last-resort option. The government has included 500 megawatts of nuclear capacity in PLN's 2025-2034 electricity supply plan, with initial development focused on West Kalimantan and Bangka Belitung. Officials argue the country already possesses the necessary human resources and research infrastructure, including a 30-megawatt reactor in Serpong.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:34 WIB
Yesterday's economy: BI independence to Molinas development
A roundup of key economic developments includes government assurances on Bank Indonesia's independence, a push for solar-based industrial transformation, and efforts to bring privately held gold into the formal financial system. The government also outlined criteria for the National Electric Motorcycle (Molinas) programme, which is projected to save Rp82.2 trillion in fuel subsidies by 2037.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:33 WIB
KPK conducts 19th sting operation, arrests Unsoed rectorate officials
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has carried out its 19th sting operation of 2026, arresting several senior officials from Jenderal Soedirman University (Unsoed), including the rector. The arrests are part of an ongoing anti-corruption drive that has targeted numerous regional heads and officials throughout the year. The KPK has 24 hours to determine the legal status of those detained.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:30 WIB
Purbaya Plans to Restrict Pertalite Purchases for Top Decile, How?
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has announced plans to gradually restrict subsidised Pertalite fuel purchases, starting with the wealthiest decile of the population. The policy aims to improve subsidy targeting and reduce government spending, though the Energy Ministry says the scheme is still under review. Motorcycles will not be affected, with restrictions likely to focus on luxury vehicles.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:28 WIB
Police to Question Ruben Onsu as Suspect Next Week
South Jakarta Metropolitan Police will summon celebrity Ruben Onsu for questioning next week after naming him a suspect in an alleged investment fraud and embezzlement case. Police confirmed the case was reported on 22 August 2025 and is now proceeding to suspect examination.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:28 WIB
Indonesia Not Yet Open to Foreign Aid for NTT Earthquake
Indonesia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that the country is still relying on national capacity and resources to handle the aftermath of the earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara, and that foreign aid is not yet required. Several countries, including China and Iran, have offered assistance, and Foreign Minister Sugiono has expressed appreciation for their solidarity. The death toll from the magnitude 7 earthquake has reached 75, with 398 tonnes of aid distributed between 15 and 18 August.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:27 WIB
Bogor Station to Be Revitalised, KAI and City Government Prepare Integrated Transport Area
PT Kereta Api Indonesia and the Bogor city government are preparing to redevelop Bogor Station as an integrated transport hub to improve passenger comfort and capacity. The plan includes integrating the station area with the adjacent Bogor city square and extending commuter line services to Cigombong. Both parties will sign a memorandum of understanding to formalise the collaboration.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:27 WIB
Lebanon hopes Vatican will 'pressure' Israel to implement agreement
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has called on Pope Leo XIV and the Vatican to continue diplomatic efforts to compel Israel to honour the US-mediated framework agreement signed on 26 June. Aoun urged support for the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from occupied Lebanese territory, describing it as the only path to security and stability at the border. The appeal comes amid ongoing Israeli strikes that Lebanon says have killed more than 4,000 people since 2 March.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:25 WIB
Infinix GT 50 Pro Supports Kapolri Cup 2026 as Official Tournament Device
Infinix's GT 50 Pro served as the official tournament device for the Kapolri Cup 2026, a national Mobile Legends: Bang Bang esports competition organised with the Indonesian National Police. The tournament drew 6,166 teams from 37 provinces, with Polda Metro Jaya emerging as overall champion. Infinix also partnered with IPOT to promote financial literacy among the gaming community.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:25 WIB
Gold Prices at Galeri 24, UBS, Antam and Antam Retro All Surge Today
Gold bullion prices across all brands sold at Pegadaian's Galeri 24 outlets rose sharply on Friday, 21 August 2026. The increases affected Galeri 24, Antam, UBS and Antam Mulia Retro products, with one-gram bars gaining between Rp53,000 and Rp81,000 compared with the previous trading day.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:25 WIB
Forkopimda and Stakeholders Synergy: Concrete Action to Build Bontang
The Bontang city government convened a coordination meeting with regional leadership and stakeholders to accelerate sustainable development. Deputy Mayor Agus Haris highlighted the city's paradox of high per capita wealth alongside persistent unemployment and poverty, while crediting recent corporate collaboration for improvements. The forum aims to produce a structured Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility roadmap for 2027.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:23 WIB
Child Marriage in Takalar, South Sulawesi: Bride and Groom Aged 15 and 13
Authorities in Takalar Regency, South Sulawesi, have confirmed that an underage marriage took place on 15 August 2026, involving a 15-year-old and a 13-year-old. The wedding was conducted without the knowledge of the local religious affairs office and was not officially registered. Officials are correcting social media reports that claimed both children were 12 years old.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:22 WIB
Unsoed Purwokerto Rector Also Caught in KPK Sting Operation
The rector of Jenderal Soedirman University (Unsoed), Akhmad Sodiq, has been taken to the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) office following a sting operation in Purwokerto. At least five other people were arrested, including two vice-rectors, in connection with alleged irregularities in the university's independent medical school admission pathway. The KPK has not yet officially released details of the operation.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:20 WIB
Luhut Meets BGN Chief Sudaryono, Discusses Closure of 1,300 MBG Kitchens
National Economic Council Chairman Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan met with National Nutrition Agency Head Sudaryono to discuss improvements to the Free Nutritious Meals programme. Luhut stressed that strategic decisions must be based on accurate data and strict oversight, and praised the closure of 1,300 kitchens that failed to meet hygiene and food safety standards. He also called for refocusing kitchen locations towards underdeveloped, frontier, and outermost regions with high stunting rates.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:18 WIB
Fire at Sungai Duri Market in West Kalimantan Destroys 48 Shophouses
A major fire at Sungai Duri Market in Bengkayang Regency, West Kalimantan, destroyed 48 shophouses on Thursday evening. Around 60 fire engines from across the northern coastal region of West Kalimantan were deployed to tackle the blaze. The cause of the fire remains unknown, with initial reports suggesting it started in a shophouse in the middle of the row.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:18 WIB
KPK Detains Two Unsoed Vice-Rectors After 11-Hour Examination, Transfers Them to Jakarta
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has transferred six individuals, including two vice-rectors of Universitas Jenderal Soedirman (Unsoed), to Jakarta following an 11-hour examination at Banyumas Police headquarters. The examination was conducted in connection with a public complaint, though the KPK has not yet released official details regarding the case. The individuals were seen leaving with bags believed to contain documents.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:17 WIB
Jamkrindo drives community empowerment in Garut to create economic value
State-owned credit guarantee firm Jamkrindo is expanding its community empowerment programme in Garut, integrating waste management, smart farming, and coffee downstreaming to build sustainable local economic independence. The initiative, now in its fifth year, has grown from a single plastic waste bank to include organic composting, IoT-based agriculture, and a coffee shop preparing for its first harvest. Jamkrindo aims to make the programme a national role model for village economic self-reliance.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:16 WIB
KPK Arrests Other Parties Besides Unsoed Vice Rector
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has confirmed that other individuals besides the Vice Rector of Jenderal Soedirman University are being investigated following a sting operation on Thursday. At least five people were reportedly caught, including two vice rectors, in connection with the university's independent medical school admission pathway. The KPK has not yet issued an official statement.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:16 WIB
Yogyakarta Weather Today: City Areas Sunny
The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) in Yogyakarta has forecast predominantly clear to cloudy conditions across the Special Region of Yogyakarta today, Friday 21 August 2026. No rainfall is expected in any part of the region, including the city of Yogyakarta, Sleman, Bantul, Kulon Progo and Gunungkidul. Some areas, particularly around Mount Merapi's slopes, are expected to experience fog in the evening.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:15 WIB
4,256 Aftershocks Rock Flores, Homes Collapse Again
Flores Island continues to be shaken by thousands of aftershocks following the M 7.7 earthquake that struck off Nagekeo on 15 August. The relentless tremors have forced tens of thousands of residents into shelters and caused further damage to homes and infrastructure. Authorities expect the aftershock activity to persist for another three to four weeks.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:15 WIB
Scientists Discover New Organ in the Human Body
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine have identified a previously unknown immune structure within the skull bone marrow that may act as the brain's first line of defence against cancer. The discovery, published in Nature, suggests the skull is not merely structural but houses a dedicated immune response centre for the brain. If confirmed in humans, the finding could lead to less invasive treatments for brain tumours and other neurological diseases.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:11 WIB
China Prepares to Launch Chang'e 7 Lunar Landing Mission This Weekend
China is set to launch its Chang'e 7 spacecraft this weekend on its most ambitious lunar mission to date, targeting the Moon's south pole. The mission aims to explore the region's potential water ice reserves and represents a crucial step towards establishing a permanent international lunar research station. Success would mark a significant milestone in China's space technology development.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:11 WIB
Taiwan Offers Indonesia Development of Smart Agriculture Demonstration Zone
Taiwan has proposed cooperation with Indonesia to develop a smart agriculture demonstration zone, which it says could strengthen food security and boost exports of processed food products. Taiwan's Foreign Minister Lin Chia-Lung said the initiative could create jobs and help build an export-oriented industry. The proposal aligns with Indonesia's existing efforts to adopt smart farming technology through partnerships such as its collaboration with South Korea's KIST.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:10 WIB
Purbaya Changes Strategy to Face Free Trade, Pursues 6% Economic Growth
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has announced a new approach to free trade agreements, shifting focus from merely assessing negative impacts to identifying sectors that can be saved, supported, or developed as new growth engines. The strategy aims to accelerate national economic growth to at least 6% by the end of 2026. Purbaya highlighted opportunities in data centres and green energy exports to Europe, including potential geothermal investment through PT Geo Dipa Energi.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:09 WIB
OJK Urges Islamic Finance to Expand Access to Support Economic Growth
Indonesia's Financial Services Authority (OJK) has called on Islamic finance players to improve public access to sharia-compliant services, arguing the sector still lags far behind conventional finance. Commissioner Dicky Kartikoyono highlighted the large untapped potential and urged the industry to leverage technology, particularly mobile apps, to reach more customers. He also stressed the need to educate the public on the broader benefits of Islamic finance for economic growth and business financing.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:08 WIB
Nine Girls in Jila District Held Hostage by Papuan Separatists, Military District Commander: This Is Very Inhumane!
The commander of Military District Command 1710/Mimika has condemned the forced abduction of nine women in Jila District, Central Papua, by an armed separatist group as an inhumane act. Security forces are currently pursuing the perpetrators, and the military is coordinating with local government to send food aid to the affected community.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:06 WIB
CPI Invites Government and MPR to Discuss Climate Issues Through EKONIKLIM, Here Are the Results
Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) hosted the EKONIKLIM Talkshow 2026 in Jakarta to highlight the economic and financial dimensions of Indonesia's climate policy. Speakers from the MPR, the Ministry of Environment, and the Coordinating Ministry for Food emphasised the urgency of climate action and the potential of carbon markets. The government is developing a carbon trading roadmap alongside its Nationally Determined Contribution targets, supported by the national carbon registry system SRUK.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:06 WIB
BPBD Records 413 Forest and Land Fire Hotspots in East Kalimantan, 936 Hectares Burned
East Kalimantan's disaster mitigation agency has identified 413 forest and land fire hotspots across the province, with total burned area reaching 936.95 hectares. West Kutai Regency has suffered the largest burned area at 269.34 hectares, while Paser Regency recorded the highest number of hotspots at 85. Officials report that fires are affecting all districts, with the most significant activity in Berau, East Kutai, and Kutai Kartanegara.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:06 WIB
Despicable! Quran Teacher in Buton Sexually Abuses 9 Students
Police in Buton Regency, Southeast Sulawesi, have arrested a 32-year-old Quran teacher identified as FS for allegedly sexually abusing nine of his students. The abuse reportedly took place between February and May 2025, with victims ranging from primary to junior secondary school age. Authorities say the perpetrator committed the acts during Quran lessons at a prayer room and while giving victims rides on his motorcycle.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:05 WIB
India, Not Indonesia, Becomes Asia's Least Favoured Stock Market
A Bank of America survey of fund managers shows India has become the least favoured stock market in Asia, with 32% of respondents net underweight due to limited AI exposure, weak economic growth, and high valuations. In contrast, sentiment towards Indonesia has improved, with net underweight positions falling to 27% from 32% in July. Taiwan and Japan remain the most preferred markets in the region.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:04 WIB
Drug Syndicate Exposed Using 'Secret Map' to Conceal Narcotics
Indonesian National Police's Criminal Investigation Unit (Bareskrim) has uncovered a narcotics syndicate in Riau that used a hand-drawn 'secret map' to locate hidden drugs. Three couriers were arrested and 1,400 etomidate vapes plus 118 ecstasy pills were seized. Three further suspects, including a Malaysian national, remain at large.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:04 WIB
South Garut Residents Storm DPRD Building Protesting Banjarwangi Road Left Damaged for 11 Years
Hundreds of residents from South Garut demonstrated at the Garut Regency DPRD building to demand repairs to the Banjarwangi road, which has been severely damaged for 11 years. The protesters, organised under the Banjarwangi Singajaya Pendeuy Community Movement (Gempa BSP), said the poor road conditions have crippled agricultural distribution, disrupted children's access to school, and hindered medical evacuations. They are calling on the local government to fulfil their basic right to a proper road.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:02 WIB
Jombang Regency Government Prepares Free Services for NU Congress Participants
The Jombang Regency Government in East Java is providing free healthcare services for participants of the 35th Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) Congress, scheduled for 27–31 August 2026. The regency has amended its regional regulation on health insurance for the poor to cover out-of-town participants not covered by BPJS Kesehatan. Additional support includes traffic management, street lighting, cleaning services, and portable toilets.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 08:00 WIB
Foreign Investors Offload These Shares as IHSG Surges
Despite the Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG) rising 1.68% on Thursday, foreign investors recorded net selling in several large-cap stocks. Overall, foreigners still posted a net buy of Rp680.5 billion, with total purchases of Rp5.354 trillion against sales of Rp4.674 trillion. PT Dian Swastatika Sentosa led the net sell list at Rp120.9 billion, followed by Bank Mandiri and GoTo.