Archive: 21 August 2026
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Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 20:00 WIB
Google to Buy Shares in Marvell, Founded by Indonesian-born Sehat Sutardja, for Rp 190 Trillion
Alphabet, Google's parent company, has agreed to purchase up to US$12.2 billion worth of shares in Marvell Technology, a semiconductor firm founded by Jakarta-born Sehat Sutardja. The deal will see Marvell supply custom chips for Google's AI infrastructure, including its Tensor Processing Units. The move signals Google's shift towards diversifying its chip suppliers beyond Broadcom.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 20:00 WIB
Citarum River flow shrinks amid prolonged dry season
The Citarum River in West Bandung Regency has seen a significant drop in water levels due to a dry spell lasting about a month. Sediment and waste deposits that were previously submerged are now visible, narrowing parts of the river channel. The river is a key water source for the Saguling Reservoir, drinking water supply, and agricultural irrigation.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 20:00 WIB
Understanding the Prophet's Precious Advice on Patience in Losing Sight
This article discusses Islamic teachings on patience when facing the loss of eyesight, drawing on hadith and examples from pious figures. It emphasises that Allah's reward for those who endure such trials with patience is far greater than what was lost.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:59 WIB
West Jakarta Health Office Holds Free Health Check Service for 100 Residents in Cengkareng
The West Jakarta Health Office has provided free health check services for 100 residents in Cengkareng as part of efforts to improve access to healthcare. The initiative was launched alongside a dengue prevention programme using the Wolbachia method. Officials hope residents will take advantage of the free service, which is available at all community health centres in West Jakarta.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:57 WIB
Social Ministry Intensifies Emergency Response for Earthquake-Affected Areas in East Nusa Tenggara
The Ministry of Social Affairs is intensifying emergency response efforts across seven districts in East Nusa Tenggara following the earthquake on 15 August 2026. The focus is on meeting basic needs, accelerating logistics distribution, operating public kitchens, and providing psychosocial support. The ministry has distributed 48 tonnes of rice and 13,100 basic food packages, while also preparing additional buffer stock and coordinating with local authorities.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:56 WIB
Jakarta Proposes Regional Regulation on Flats to Address Housing Gap
The Jakarta provincial government has proposed a regional regulation on flats (rusun) to address the housing access gap faced by middle-transition residents. The regulation aims to shift development from purely physical property towards public housing that accommodates both low-income and middle-transition groups. It also includes vertical land consolidation to enable urban renewal without evictions.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:56 WIB
Former Director of Investigation Testifies in Febrie Adriansyah Pretrial Hearing
A former senior prosecutor has testified in the pretrial hearing of Febrie Adriansyah, describing him as an honest and obedient subordinate. Jasman Panjaitan also explained the internal mechanism for handling corruption cases at the Attorney General's Office, including the mandatory exposure process before naming suspects.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:55 WIB
Indonesia and China Hold First Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held the inaugural Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue in Jakarta. The meeting covered cooperation across economic, maritime, political, socio-cultural, and educational sectors. Both sides agreed to address the partnership comprehensively without focusing on any single issue in detail.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:55 WIB
Jakarta Regional Revenue Agency Building Catches Fire Again
The Jakarta Regional Revenue Agency (Bapenda) building on Jalan Abdul Muis caught fire on Friday afternoon, burning the archive room on the 11th floor. Firefighters deployed eight units and 30 personnel to tackle the blaze, though efforts were hampered by the building's malfunctioning water pump. This is the second fire at the building in recent weeks, following a previous incident on 7 August 2026.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:55 WIB
Forest and Land Fires Threaten Central Papua, BMKG Detects 279 Hotspots in Nabire
The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has reported a sharp rise in hotspots across Central Papua, with 279 detected in Nabire Regency alone between 20-21 August 2026. The total of 512 hotspots province-wide represents a 108.1 per cent increase from the previous monitoring period. Authorities have urged residents to cease open burning and remain vigilant against the spread of forest and land fires.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:55 WIB
Pertalite Restriction Plan: Fiscal Savings vs Inflation and Middle-Class Purchasing Power Risks
The government is considering restricting subsidised Pertalite fuel purchases based on socio-economic welfare rankings, potentially saving Rp10–15 trillion annually. However, the policy is still under review, with concerns over data readiness, inflation, and the impact on middle-class purchasing power. Three key areas require attention before implementation: technical and data validity, inflationary effects, and pressure on middle-class households.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:53 WIB
DEN calls for overhaul of free meal program management
The National Economic Council has urged a comprehensive overhaul of Indonesia's free meal programme, with Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan calling for data-driven site selection and prioritisation of underdeveloped regions with high stunting rates. He emphasised that hygiene and quality standards must be non-negotiable, praising the closure of 1,300 non-compliant service units. The council will support the programme's digital integration to enable real-time monitoring of the supply chain and performance.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:53 WIB
Minister Supratman: Limited dual citizenship proposal prioritises diaspora, not only foreigners
Law Minister Supratman Andi Agtas has clarified that the proposed limited dual citizenship scheme for select talent is not intended solely for foreign nationals. He stressed that qualified members of the Indonesian diaspora would be prioritised. The policy remains a proposal and is still open to input for the planned citizenship bill.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:52 WIB
Vice President Gibran seeks credit grace period for NTT earthquake victims
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has pledged to arrange a grace period for loan repayments to ease the burden on communities affected by the earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara. During a visit to evacuation posts in Manggarai and East Manggarai, he also instructed that patients requiring further treatment be referred to hospitals with adequate facilities. The earthquake has so far killed 83 people and injured 986, according to the national disaster agency.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:51 WIB
Sumatra Disaster Task Force Urges Faster Realisation of Recovery Budget
The Sumatra Post-Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Task Force has urged regional governments and ministries to accelerate the realisation of recovery budgets in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. With only around four months remaining in the 2026 fiscal year, the task force stressed that additional regional transfer funds must be quickly converted into tangible programmes. The government has allocated Rp10.6 trillion in additional regional transfers and around Rp38.9 trillion through additional spending for post-disaster recovery.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:51 WIB
Indonesia-China defence cooperation covers ammunition, missiles, and rockets
Indonesian Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin has outlined two main areas of defence cooperation with China: continuing existing defence industry projects and developing new capabilities in missiles, rockets, and other weapons. The cooperation will involve technology transfer and joint factory construction in Indonesia, with state-owned enterprises Pindad and LEN taking part. Sjafrie stressed that the talks did not cover any US proposal or the Chengdu J-10 fighter jet.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:51 WIB
Iran President: We Are in a Strong and Dignified Position to End War with US
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that Tehran is now in a position of strength and dignity to end its months-long war with the United States. He defended the June memorandum of understanding with Washington, rejecting claims that it represents capitulation. Meanwhile, the US is preparing to tighten economic sanctions, a move Iran has condemned as economic terrorism.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:50 WIB
Fire breaks out at Jakarta Regional Revenue Agency building
A fire broke out on the 11th floor of the Jakarta Regional Revenue Agency (Bapenda) building on Friday afternoon. Firefighters were able to localise the blaze within 15 minutes, though the building's non-functioning pump hindered the extinguishing process. This is the second fire at the same building in two weeks.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:50 WIB
Video: 1% Down Payment Becomes Main Attraction at Danantara Housing Expo
The Danantara Housing Expo is showcasing a range of property options with more affordable financing schemes for the public. State-owned banks under Himbara, including BRI, are providing financing support, with BRI highlighting the expo's advantages such as low down payments, diverse property choices, and tiered interest rate schemes.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:50 WIB
Indonesia enters fourth year of zero terror attacks, urges continued vigilance
Indonesia has entered its fourth consecutive year without a terror attack, according to Deputy Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs Lodewijk F. Paulus. He called on the public to maintain national vigilance to preserve this achievement. BNPT chief Eddy Hartono credited inter-agency collaboration and noted that 28 planned attacks were foiled over the past four years.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:50 WIB
Bogor Regency's Permanent People's School provides free education to 270 students
The Permanent People's School in Jasinga, Bogor Regency, has begun its first academic year with 270 students from disadvantaged backgrounds. The boarding school provides free education, accommodation, meals, uniforms, and learning materials, all funded by the state. The programme targets children from families listed in the Integrated Social Welfare Data, particularly those at risk of dropping out.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:50 WIB
Only 64 Percent of Health Workers Registered with BPJS Ketenagakerjaan
BPJS Ketenagakerjaan has revealed that only 64 percent of Indonesia's 969,000 health workers are enrolled in its social protection programmes. Around 300,000 medical personnel remain uncovered by work accident and death insurance, partly due to ambiguous employment relationships. The agency is urging stronger compliance, particularly for doctors practising at multiple institutions.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:50 WIB
Different Schemes Prepared to Regulate Online Motorcycle Taxi Services for Passengers and Goods
The Indonesian government is developing separate regulatory schemes for online motorcycle taxi services, distinguishing between passenger transport and goods or food delivery. The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs will oversee goods and food delivery, while the Ministry of Transportation will regulate passenger transport. A fixed commission split of 92% for drivers and 8% for platforms will apply only to passenger services, with more flexible arrangements planned for goods and food delivery.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:50 WIB
Putin Reveals Plan to Meet Prabowo in Vladivostok, Russia, in Early September
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced plans to meet Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Vladivostok in early September. The announcement came in Putin's congratulatory message on Indonesia's 81st Independence Day, in which he highlighted the strengthening bilateral relationship. Putin emphasised Russia's commitment to expanding mutually beneficial cooperation with Indonesia across bilateral, BRICS, and ASEAN frameworks.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:49 WIB
Hundreds of Junior High School Classrooms in Cianjur Severely Damaged, Disdikpora Carries Out Revitalisation
Hundreds of junior high school classrooms in Cianjur Regency, West Java, are reported to be in a state of severe disrepair. The local government is undertaking phased repairs funded by central and regional budgets, targeting 33 classroom renovations and seven new classrooms this year. Data also reveals significant shortages in supporting facilities such as laboratories and teachers' rooms.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:49 WIB
South Tangerang City Government Launches TARA C-MORE Daycare for Employees
The South Tangerang City Government has introduced TARA C-MORE, a daycare facility within the city's government centre, to support employees with childcare needs. The service is designed to provide safe and comfortable care while promoting children's development. Officials say the initiative is part of efforts to create a family-friendly working environment.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:48 WIB
Minister targets 50% marketplace service fee discount for MSMEs to start end of August 2026
Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Maman Abdurrahman aims to implement a 50 percent service fee discount for MSMEs selling local products on marketplaces by the end of August 2026. The policy has completed review and revision and is awaiting the signing of a ministerial decree. Technical integration with platforms such as Shopee, Tokopedia and TikTok Shop has reportedly been completed.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:48 WIB
Prabowo allocates Rp220 billion for permanent recovery of Batu Busuk in Padang
President Prabowo Subianto has committed Rp220 billion to rebuild the Batu Busuk area in Padang as part of permanent post-disaster recovery for the upper Kuranji river basin. The project is expected to begin in November 2026, with tendering already underway. The funding is part of a broader Rp19 trillion rehabilitation and reconstruction package for West Sumatra.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:47 WIB
Hezbollah backs Iran-US talks mediated by Pakistan
Hezbollah's parliamentary bloc has voiced support for the Iran-US negotiations being mediated by Pakistan in Islamabad, saying the process helped halt the war in Lebanon. The group also warned that continued Israeli strikes could trigger Iranian retaliation. Lebanese authorities were criticised for failing to prevent ongoing Israeli attacks in the south.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:46 WIB
Medverse Launches End-to-End Digital Health Ecosystem
PT Medika Konsultama Adidayas has launched Medverse, an integrated digital health ecosystem designed to address fragmentation across Indonesia's healthcare industry. The platform aims to connect hospital owners, medical professionals, and new talent through career, education, and operational management solutions. Its features include verified HR supply, continuous professional education, integrated personal health records, and AI-powered business analytics.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:46 WIB
Forest Fire Haze in Kalimantan Disrupts Flights at Supadio Airport
Thick haze from forest and land fires in Kalimantan has reduced visibility at Pontianak's Supadio International Airport to below 1,000 metres, forcing the diversion of a Jakarta-Pontianak flight to Batam and delaying five departures. Airport authorities are coordinating with the meteorology agency, AirNav Indonesia, airlines, the national disaster agency and local police to monitor conditions in real time. A joint team has been tackling a four-hectare fire burning for five days within one to two kilometres of the airport.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:45 WIB
From QRIS to KKI: Building Sovereignty in Digital Financial Infrastructure
Indonesia is developing its own credit card infrastructure, the Kartu Kredit Indonesia (KKI), to strengthen national sovereignty over digital payments. The article argues that combining KKI with existing systems like QRIS and GPN could create a fourth model of payment sovereignty, distinct from those of India, China, and Europe. It highlights the strategic importance of controlling transaction infrastructure as digital economies grow.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:45 WIB
Gilimanuk Port Pier II Closed from 21 August, Here's ASDP's Reason
Pier II at Gilimanuk Port in Jembrana, Bali, has been closed from 21 August 2026 to allow capacity upgrade works ahead of the Christmas and New Year holiday period. The project will increase the pier's load capacity from 20 tonnes to 50 tonnes, enabling it to handle larger trucks. ASDP has prepared special operational schemes to manage traffic flow and prevent vehicle congestion during the closure.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:44 WIB
Unhas Disaster Response KKN Team Provides Basic Health Services in East Manggarai
A disaster response team from Hasanuddin University has provided basic health services to residents affected by a disaster in East Manggarai, East Nusa Tenggara. The team, which includes student executive body leaders, treated 60 residents and provided wound care to 10 others. The initiative highlights the active role of student organisations in humanitarian missions.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:44 WIB
DPR Member Highlights Proposed 2027 Hajj Cost Increase, Calls for Component Evaluation
A member of Indonesia's House of Representatives has urged the government to ensure efficiency and financial mitigation before raising the 2027 Hajj pilgrimage cost to Rp 107 million. Selly Andriany Gantina called for transparent calculations and a thorough evaluation of accommodation, consumption, and transport components. She also stressed that the use of benefit funds must be managed carefully as they belong to prospective pilgrims still waiting to depart.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:44 WIB
Airlangga Says IEU CEPA Will Cut Tariffs on 90 Percent of Indonesian Products to Europe to Zero
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto has said the Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement will eliminate tariffs on 90.4 percent of Indonesian tariff lines once implemented. The agreement is expected to boost exports of key commodities such as palm oil, footwear, coffee, furniture, and fisheries products. The government targets signing the deal in October 2026, after which it will proceed to the European Parliament for ratification.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:43 WIB
All hotspots and forest fires on Mount Arjuno-Welirang extinguished
The East Java Regional Disaster Management Agency has confirmed that all hotspots and forest fires on Mount Arjuno-Welirang have been extinguished. Ground teams carried out patrols and damping operations to prevent any new fires from emerging. Personnel remain on standby in affected areas to monitor for further smoke or hotspots.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:42 WIB
National Police Headquarters confirms legality of search warrant for Febrie Adriansyah's Sentul residence
The National Police Headquarters has affirmed that the search warrant for the Sentul residence of former Junior Attorney General for Special Crimes, Febrie Adriansyah, is legally valid despite being issued by a court outside the search location's jurisdiction. Police legal officials and criminal law experts argued that the unitary nature of the Indonesian police system and court approval override territorial concerns. The search is part of a money laundering investigation involving 74 kilograms of gold and Rp543 billion in cash.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:42 WIB
ISS Indonesia urges banks to adopt workplace solutions for lean, smart operations
ISS Indonesia has called on the banking industry to embrace workplace transformation to improve productivity, efficiency and compliance. The company hosted the Banking Connect 2026 forum in Jakarta, bringing together regulators, business associations and banking industry players. The event focused on labour regulation developments, outsourcing management and the use of technology to build more efficient banking operations.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:40 WIB
World First: A Nation Paralysed by AI Hack Without Human Assistance
Taiwan has reportedly suffered the world's first fully autonomous AI-driven cyberattack against government institutions, with AI agents breaching 21 systems and 85 user accounts in just four days. Experts suspect Beijing's involvement, citing the use of Simplified Chinese in internal hacking documents. The incident highlights a dramatic drop in the cost of sophisticated cyberattacks and exposes significant gaps in global AI defence strategies.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:39 WIB
TNI and Joint Team Extinguish Forest Fire in Central Kalimantan Village
Indonesian military personnel and a joint task force have extinguished a fire in Tambang Nusa village, Central Kalimantan. The operation was launched after the local military district command received reports of potential fires in the area. The team successfully brought the blaze under control before it could spread further.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:39 WIB
Ibas: 100 GW Electricity Target Is Not Just About Power Plants, but a Foundation for a Resilient Economy
Deputy Speaker of the MPR and Chair of the Democratic Party Faction in the DPR, Edhie Baskoro Yudhoyono (Ibas), has urged that Indonesia's 100 GW electricity capacity target be treated as a strategic opportunity to attract investment, strengthen domestic industry, and create jobs. Speaking at a national discussion in Jakarta, he proposed four strategic shifts, including a focus on transmission, storage, and smart grids rather than solely building power plants. Ibas also stressed that renewable energy development must remain clean, affordable, and reliable, in line with Article 33 of the 1945 Constitution.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:35 WIB
TNI mobilizes 14,167 soldiers to support firefighting operations
The Indonesian military has deployed over 14,000 personnel to assist in wildfire suppression across the country, working alongside police, forestry units, and regional agencies. The government has prioritised six peatland provinces—Riau, Jambi, South Sumatra, West Kalimantan, Central Kalimantan, and South Kalimantan—due to heightened fire risks exacerbated by El Niño. Additional fires on Mount Bromo, Mount Pangrango, and Mount Rinjani underscore the scale of the national emergency response.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:35 WIB
Not Just an Exchange, Indonesia Is Building Price Sovereignty
Indonesia is entering a new phase in its economic policy, with President Prabowo Subianto pushing for a Strategic Mineral and Commodities Exchange to be operational by 1 January 2027. The ambition is to move beyond being a price taker and establish an Indonesia Reference Price, though the author argues that building an exchange does not automatically create a world reference price. The piece contends that Indonesia must build a credible price-discovery ecosystem, not merely a trading platform, to convert its market power into genuine price sovereignty.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:33 WIB
Yogyakarta intensifies active case finding to accelerate TB elimination
The Yogyakarta city government is stepping up active case finding for tuberculosis by integrating screening with free health checks. The programme targets 52 locations across 45 sub-districts, including workplaces and correctional facilities, from 31 July to 19 November 2026. Officials report around 680 TB cases up to July 2026, with a cure rate of 80-85 per cent.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:33 WIB
Tourism Minister urges Indonesian tourism students to seize global job opportunities
Tourism Minister Widiyanti Putri Wardhana has called on Indonesian tourism students to prepare for growing global demand in the hospitality sector, particularly from ageing populations in developed countries. She emphasised the need for competency, foreign language skills, and understanding of legal overseas work procedures. The ministry is also aligning tourism polytechnic curricula with global occupational standards and cooperating with the migrant workers protection ministry.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:32 WIB
Bank Indonesia: QRIS Becomes Main Entry Point for MSMEs into Digital Financial Ecosystem
Bank Indonesia reports that QRIS has been adopted by 65.77 million users and accepted by 44.86 million merchants, with 96.68 per cent being MSMEs. The central bank views QRIS expansion as crucial for connecting small businesses to the digital economy. BI is promoting digital transformation through e-farming, e-commerce, and e-financing strategies to help MSMEs grow.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:32 WIB
Kantar: Value of 30 Brands in Southeast Asia Reaches US$165.3 Billion
Kantar's Onward 2026 forum in Jakarta highlighted the strong growth of Southeast Asian brands, with the top 30 most valuable brands now worth US$165.3 billion, up 26% from 2024. Indonesian consumers show the world's highest adoption of generative AI, which is reshaping brand awareness and interaction. Kantar executives stressed that meaningful differentiation and deep consumer understanding are key to sustainable long-term growth.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:32 WIB
Jakarta Arts Council exhibition traces Asrul Sani's creative journey
The Jakarta Arts Council has opened an exhibition exploring the life and work of Asrul Sani, a key figure in Indonesian literature, theatre and film. Running from 21 to 30 August 2026 at Taman Ismail Marzuki, the event features archives, film screenings, cross-generational discussions and dramatic readings. The programme highlights Sani's contributions as a screenwriter, director, poet and cultural institution builder.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026, 19:32 WIB
Onrust Island exhibition traces the history of the hajj pilgrimage from Batavia to Mecca
An exhibition on Onrust Island in the Thousand Islands regency explores the historical hajj journey from the Dutch East Indies to Mecca. The display highlights the island's role as a hajj quarantine centre from 1911 to 1933. It is a collaboration with several Indonesian universities and the Sultanate of Oman.