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Archive: 3 September 2026

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KAI Logistik Offers Special Rates for Shipping Line Services to Mark 17th Anniversary

To celebrate its 17th anniversary, KAI Logistik has launched a special rate programme for shipping line companies to encourage the use of rail for goods distribution. The initiative aims to enhance logistics connectivity and efficiency by offering discounted container transport on key routes.

China Has Surpassed as the New World Leader, America Falling Behind

Driven by massive government investment of US$20 billion, China has emerged as a global leader in robotics and smart manufacturing. While the US maintains an edge in AI software, China's dominance in hardware production and industrial automation is rapidly closing the technological gap.

Amien Rais's Son-in-Law Speaks Out Following Resignation as Ummat Party Chairperson

Ridho Rahmadi has officially stepped down as the Chairperson of the Ummat Party to focus on his academic career in Artificial Intelligence. The resignation, which also includes the departure of Secretary General Taufik Hidayat, marks a leadership transition as the party prepares for the 2029 General Election.

Sidoarjo Regency Government Takes Serious Measures to Anticipate Flooding Before Rainy Season

The Sidoarjo Regency Government has initiated intensive flood prevention measures, including river normalisation and pump preparation, across several high-risk areas. Efforts focus on dredging silted rivers and clearing debris to ensure smooth water flow before the rainy season arrives.

Metro Jaya Brimob Unit Assists in Evacuating Injured Motorcycle Taxi Driver in Central Jakarta

Personnel from the Metro Jaya Regional Police Brimob unit provided emergency assistance to an online motorcycle taxi driver following an accident in Kebon Sirih, Central Jakarta. The officers provided first aid and ensured the victim was safely attended to during their routine security patrol.

At EEF, Prabowo states the Pacific Ocean connects Indonesia and Russia

President Prabowo Subianto, speaking at the 11th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, emphasised that the Pacific Ocean serves as a bridge rather than a barrier between Indonesia and Russia. He highlighted the potential for enhanced economic cooperation between Indonesia and the Russian Far East and the Eurasian Economic Union.

Police Arrest Two Men Carrying Unauthorised Controlled Drugs in Tamansari

Police in West Jakarta have apprehended two men found in possession of unauthorised controlled medicines during a stationary raid. The suspects were found with various pills, including Hexymer and Tramadol, inside a vehicle in the Tamansari area.

Russia to close three Goethe-Institut branches in retaliation to Germany

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has announced the closure of Goethe-Institut branches in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Yekaterinburg. This move serves as a direct response to Germany's decision to shut down the Russian House of Science and Culture in Berlin.

Qodari Responds to PPPK Teachers Being Able to Join CPNS Starting 2027

The Indonesian government has announced a new policy allowing Government Employees with Work Agreements (PPPK) to participate in the Civil Servant (CPNS) selection process starting in 2027. This initiative is part of a broader effort by President Prabowo Subianto's administration to improve teacher welfare and standardise employment status nationwide.

Badung Regency Undergoes Compliance Audit for Second Semester of 2026

The Badung Regency Government in Bali is undergoing a compliance audit by the Audit Board of the Republic of Indonesia (BPK) for the second semester of 2026. The 35-day audit will evaluate spatial planning, tourism effectiveness, and regional water services to ensure good governance.

Coordinating Ministry for Food and Unpatti Explore Blue Carbon Economic Value Development

The Coordinating Ministry for Food is collaborating with Pattimura University (Unpatti) to study the economic potential of blue carbon in Indonesia's coastal and marine ecosystems. This initiative aims to optimise the economic benefits of mangroves and seagrasses for local communities while ensuring measurable and accountable carbon trading mechanisms.

Indonesian Legislator Advocates for Infrastructure Improvements at STP-IPI Malang

Selly Andriany Gantina, a member of Commission VIII of the Indonesian House of Representatives, has pledged to support the physical renovation of the STP-IPI Malang campus. The initiative aims to improve educational facilities to support the launch of new undergraduate programmes and enhance international academic standing.

Prabowo Reaffirms Indonesia's Non-Aligned Stance Before Putin: We Respect All Powers

President Prabowo Subianto has reaffirmed Indonesia's non-aligned foreign policy during the 11th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok. He emphasised that Indonesia seeks to maintain good relations with all major global powers without joining any military alliances.

Jakarta Selatan Career Fest Offers 3,857 Job Vacancies

The Jakarta Selatan Career Fest 2026 has launched with over 3,800 job openings provided by 37 companies. The initiative aims to reduce the open unemployment rate by connecting job seekers directly with various business sectors through both online and offline platforms.

Indonesia's Food Security: Do Not Merely Chase Production

While Indonesia has seen a significant increase in rice production for 2025, experts warn that high yields do not guarantee food security. The report emphasises that true food security depends on affordability, accessibility, and price stability rather than just domestic self-sufficiency.

TNGR to Evaluate Rinjani Climbing Restrictions Following Protests from Tourism Operators

The Mount Rinjani National Park (TNGR) authorities have announced an evaluation of recent climbing restrictions implemented to prevent forest fires. The move follows protests from local tourism service providers who are seeking a balance between safety measures and business continuity.

NTB Chief Prosecutor Assigns Assistant to Assist in Sekotong Mining Case

The Chief Prosecutor of West Nusa Tenggara has deployed the Assistant for General Crimes to oversee the investigation into illegal gold mining in Sekotong. The move follows delays in the handover of suspects and evidence in a case involving a local national and a Chinese fugitive.

Trenggono's Three Major Breakthroughs: From Salt to Vessels and Fishing Villages

The Indonesian Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries is implementing three strategic initiatives to bolster the nation's blue economy. These include establishing massive salt ponds in East Nusa Tenggara to achieve salt self-sufficiency, modernising the fishing fleet, and developing integrated fishing villages.

South Sumatra Regional Police Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Public Services During National Police Commission Visit

The South Sumatra Regional Police (Polda Sumsel) hosted a visit from the National Police Commission (Kompolnas) as part of the 2026 Kompolnas Awards assessment. The regional police force highlighted its significant contributions to food security, infrastructure development, and the enhancement of public services through technological integration.

Avrist strengthens synergy across four financial services entities

The Avrist Group has launched the 'One Avrist Synergy' strategy to integrate services across its four financial entities. The initiative aims to create a more seamless ecosystem for customers by linking insurance, asset management, and other financial products through advanced technology and AI.

Rupiah Hits 15-Week High as US Dollar Drops to Rp17,650

The Indonesian rupiah has reached its strongest position in approximately 15 weeks, appreciating to Rp17,650 per US dollar. This surge follows a significant decline in the US Dollar Index (DXY) and comes amid market anticipation of upcoming US employment data and Federal Reserve interest rate decisions.

Attending Russia's EEF Forum, Prabowo: Government Must Protect the Vulnerable and Eradicate Corruption

President Prabowo Subianto delivered a keynote speech at the 11th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, emphasising the importance of economic development for the people. He highlighted Indonesia's commitment to protecting vulnerable groups, eradicating corruption, and ensuring that economic growth translates into tangible benefits for all citizens.

Saudi Arabia commits 1,000 scholarship places for Indonesians

Saudi Arabia has pledged 1,000 scholarship quotas for Indonesian students for the 2026-2027 academic year to bolster human resource development. The initiative aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation in higher education, science, and technology, with a particular focus on STEM and research linked to market needs.

BMKG Supadio records 2,434 hotspots in West Kalimantan

The BMKG Supadio office has detected 2,434 hotspots across West Kalimantan within the last 24 hours, signalling a high risk of forest and land fires. Authorities have warned of increased fire vulnerability and potential haze throughout the coming week.

Deputy Minister of Tourism Calls for Intensified Promotion of Sentani Lake Festival in Bali

Deputy Minister of Tourism Ni Luh Puspa has urged the Papua regional government to ramp up promotions for the Sentani Lake Festival in Bali to boost tourist arrivals. She highlighted that new direct flight connections from Bali to Papua present a significant opportunity to attract both domestic and international travellers.

LPSK partners with South Sumatra Provincial Government to socialise Child Protection Law

The Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK) has collaborated with the South Sumatra Provincial Government to promote Law No. 3 of 2026 regarding the protection of witnesses and victims. The initiative aims to increase public awareness of legal, medical, and psychological protection mechanisms, particularly for child victims of crime.

President Prabowo and President Putin Meet in Vladivostok to Strengthen Indonesia-Russia Cooperation

President Prabowo Subianto met with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the 11th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok. The meeting aimed to bolster bilateral relations, specifically focusing on enhancing cooperation in economy, trade, and investment.

Stroke Services in Indonesia Face Referral Obstacles and Access Inequality

A recent report highlights that delays in medical referrals and insurance processing are the primary hurdles in Indonesia's stroke treatment system. While national programmes have expanded life-saving capabilities, significant disparities in medical access persist between Western and Eastern Indonesia.

Family Planning Operational Assistance of Rp1.44 trillion Prioritised to Prevent Stunting

The Minister of Population and Family Development has announced that Rp1.44 trillion of the Family Planning Operational Assistance (BOKB) will be dedicated to accelerating stunting reduction by 2027. The funds will support various interventions, including family assistance, data updates, and nutritional education programmes.

11th Russian EEF: Prabowo Explains Reasons for Implementing Free Nutritious Meal Programme

President Prabowo Subianto has highlighted the importance of the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme during the 11th Eastern Economic Forum in Russia. He emphasised that the initiative is designed to alleviate poverty and ensure that economic development directly benefits the welfare of ordinary families.

IPDN Vice Rector on High-Achieving Local Governments: Regions Must Ensure Citizen Welfare

The Vice Rector for Administration at the Institute of Home Affairs Governance (IPDN) has emphasised that local governments must prioritise public welfare through the upcoming High-Achieving Local Government Awards. The event, organised by the Ministry of Home Affairs, will evaluate regional performance based on essential services such as education, healthcare, and waste management.

Foreign Inflow Reaches Rp 930 Trillion, Destry Guarantees Banking Liquidity Remains Secure for Government Programmes

Bank Indonesia Governor Destry Damayanti has assured that banking liquidity remains stable despite the absorption of funds for various government initiatives. She highlighted that significant foreign inflows, amounting to approximately Rp 930 trillion, are being integrated into the domestic financial system to support national economic stability.

Indef: Clean Energy Can Drive Indonesia's Industrialisation

The Institute for Development of Economics and Finance (Indef) suggests that clean energy investment should be integrated with manufacturing industrial zones to foster new economic growth. The institute proposes the development of renewable energy zones linked to Special Economic Zones to synchronise energy supply and demand.

Bulog West Java ensures rice stocks are sufficient until early 2027

Bulog West Java has confirmed that its current rice reserves, totalling 640,000 tonnes, are sufficient to meet regional demand until January 2027. The agency stated that no rice imports are required at this time, as existing stocks are ample to support government food assistance programmes and market interventions.

Employee Embezzles TikTok Balance of Content Creator Vilmei, Leaving Only Rp 1 Million

An employee identified as ZK has been accused of embezzling approximately Rp 1.28 billion from content creator Vilmei's TikTok account. The theft occurred over a one-year period, with the funds being diverted through various digital transactions to benefit the suspect and her accomplices.

OJK 2027 Expenditure Revised Upwards by Rp340.20 Billion Due to Strategic Mineral and Commodity Exchange

The Financial Services Authority (OJK) has increased its 2027 budget proposal to Rp10.58 trillion to accommodate new mandates under the Financial Sector Development and Strengthening Law (UU P2SK). The additional funds will support the establishment and supervision of the Strategic Mineral and Commodity Exchange (BMKS) and enhance OJK's technological infrastructure.

Indonesia and China Target Renewable Energy Business

OCBC Indonesia and OCBC Singapore have hosted the OCBC One Connect 2024 forum to facilitate investment and collaboration in the renewable energy value chain between Chinese and Indonesian firms. The initiative comes amid a significant surge in Chinese business activity in Indonesia, with Chinese business clients at OCBC Indonesia increasing by over 80 per cent year-on-year.

Ministry of Agriculture Accelerates Plant Breeder Innovation to Faster Produce Quality Seeds

The Indonesian Ministry of Agriculture is providing intensive coaching to plant breeders and academics to navigate new risk-based licensing regulations. This initiative aims to streamline the release of new plant varieties to ensure national food security amidst climate change challenges.

Iran Threatens New Strategy Against US: You Cannot Escape the Abyss of Hell!

Iran's Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, Mohsen Rezaei, has warned of a new strategic approach involving military, diplomatic, and economic warfare against the United States. This follows a recent series of US strikes on Iranian territory that resulted in significant casualties, including civilians.

DPD RI Papua Special Committee to Oversee Resolution of Conflict and Human Rights Violations

The Special Committee (Pansus) for Papua of the Regional Representative Council (DPD RI) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring an objective and just resolution to security conflicts and human rights issues in Papua. The committee aims to move beyond mere discourse by seeking concrete legal certainty and restoration for victims of past and ongoing human rights violations.

Cash Waqf Management Licensing Now Only Through Ministry of Religious Affairs

The Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs has implemented a single-door licensing system for cash waqf management to strengthen legal certainty and governance. Under this new regulation, Islamic Financial Institutions (LKS-PWU) and waqf trustees (nazir) must meet strict administrative, competency, and transparency requirements to operate officially.

Coordinating Ministry for Food Development Thematic Villages to Achieve Food Self-Sufficiency

The Coordinating Ministry for Food is implementing a 'Thematic Village' programme to strengthen national food security by leveraging local regional potentials. The initiative aims to transform villages into self-sufficient production hubs for commodities such as rice, fish, and tourism, reducing reliance on imports.

Accompanying Prabowo to Russia, Bahlil Discusses Energy Cooperation at EEF 2026

Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia accompanied President Prabowo Subianto to Russia to discuss bilateral energy cooperation. During the 11th Eastern Economic Forum, the discussions focused on exploring new investment opportunities to bolster national energy security.

Arya Wedakarna Explains Presence of TNI Aide at Transgender Contest: Thailand is Unstable

Arya Wedakarna has clarified why an Indonesian Navy personnel accompanied him to the Miss Equality World 2026 pageant in Bangkok, citing security concerns due to regional instability. The presence of the military aide has triggered an investigation by the Denpasar Naval Base.

ESDM Confirms Bora Pulu Geothermal Power Plant to Generate Rp3.7 Billion in Annual Non-Tax Revenue

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) projects that the Bora Pulu Geothermal Power Plant in Sigi, Central Sulawesi, will contribute Rp3.7 billion annually through non-tax state revenue and production bonuses. The project, involving a USD 228 million investment, is expected to provide reliable 24-hour electricity to 40,000 households by 2033.

UBSI Bogor Alumni Pursues Career in Agriculture with Centa Brasindo Abadi

An alumnus of the Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika (UBSI) Bogor campus has successfully transitioned from an Information Systems background into the agricultural sector. Working at Centa Brasindo Abadi, the graduate demonstrates how digital competencies can be applied to diverse industrial landscapes.

Japanese Company Invests 900 Million Yen to Build Octopus Processing Plant for Indonesian Supply

Japan Marine Foods has announced a 900 million yen investment to construct a new processing facility in Shimonoseki, Japan, specifically to handle octopus imported from Indonesia. The new plant aims to triple production capacity to meet rising demand for Indonesian shimadako octopus in the Japanese market.

Jakarta Inflation at 0.15 Per Cent in August 2026, Lowest in Java

Jakarta's inflation rate rose to 0.15% month-on-month in August 2026, marking the lowest rate in Java and remaining below the national average. While rising costs in food, health, and education drove the increase, deflation in the transport sector helped stabilise the overall rate.

Ministry of Transport to Allocate Rp8.19 Trillion for Railway Projects, Including Pedestrian Bridges and Double Tracks

The Indonesian Ministry of Transport has significantly increased its 2027 budget allocation for the Directorate General of Railways to Rp8.19 trillion. The funds are earmarked for critical safety, connectivity, and maintenance projects, including double-track expansions and the management of infrastructure backlogs.

KuCoin Web3 Wallet Expands Swap and Limit Order Features to Optimise On-chain Order Execution

KuCoin Web3 Wallet has introduced intent-based swap and limit order features within its self-custodial interface. By integrating with UniswapX, PancakeSwapX, and 1inch, the wallet aims to streamline on-chain trading and provide better access to tokenised real-world assets (RWA).