Archive: 7 September 2026
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Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:10 WIB
Thailand Deports Israeli Tourist After Free Palestine Incident
Thailand has issued its first deportation order under new regulations against Yaacov (Jacob) Ohayon, an Israeli national convicted of threatening the owner of Samui Exotic Park over a 'Free Palestine' sign. The Koh Samui provincial court found him guilty of criminal intimidation, resulting in a suspended sentence and fine. The case marks the first implementation of Thailand's newly approved deportation procedures for foreigners deemed a threat to public order.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:10 WIB
Plans to Expel Gaza Residents Become Increasingly Overt in Israel — What and How?
Calls within the Israeli government to transfer Palestinians out of the Gaza Strip have become increasingly overt, with plans for a dedicated ministry overseeing so-called voluntary migration. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has vowed to press ahead with a plan dubbed 'Disengagement 710', targeting the departure of 250,000 residents in the first year and 1.86 million over seven years. The proposal has drawn rejection from Arab states and warnings that 'voluntary migration' could harden into an actual policy of expulsion.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:09 WIB
Voice AI develops rapidly, Indonesia emerges as a promising market
The IFA 2026 electronics fair in Berlin highlighted the rapid development of Voice AI technology, with Agora Inc identifying Indonesia as one of the most promising growth markets in Southeast Asia. The company launched three new conversational AI capabilities — Voiceprint, Voice Cloning, and Model Context Protocol support — which are particularly relevant given Indonesia's smart home market is projected to grow from US$1.81 billion in 2024 to US$8.12 billion by 2030.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:08 WIB
Announcement! From 20 October, SPHP Rice Is No More — Here Is Its Replacement
The Coordinating Minister for Food, Zulkifli Hasan, has announced that government-subsidised SPHP rice will be rebranded as 'Beras Kita' from 20 October, with refreshed packaging designed to compete with private-sector products. Bulog will not withdraw old stock, and the government has approved an additional 1 million tonnes of allocation to stabilise supply and prices ahead of the lean season.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:07 WIB
Recommended clothing types to protect against volcanic ash
A dermatologist has advised Indonesians exposed to volcanic ash to wear long sleeves, trousers and closed shoes to minimise skin contact, alongside hats and gloves to protect the eyes and respiratory tract. She also stressed the continued use of broad-spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen, but cautioned against reapplying it over ash-covered skin, and urged the public to follow official government guidance during ashfall.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:07 WIB
Flights Grounded by Volcanic Ash, Nanik Takes the Train to Surabaya to Reach Southeast Sulawesi
The suspension of flight operations at Soekarno-Hatta Airport due to volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau has been extended, forcing passengers to seek alternative transport. One stranded traveller, Nanik Nirmala, switched to rail travel, planning to reach Surabaya by train before flying on to Southeast Sulawesi. The disruption highlights the transport vulnerability caused by volcanic eruptions.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:05 WIB
ISRO seeks to calm nerves over India's space privatisation push
India's space agency ISRO has assured staff that it will remain the country's principal institution for space research and strategic missions, denying it will be privatised following internal concerns over plans to transfer manufacturing and operational activities to private and state-run companies. The reassurance came after a staff association letter sought clarity on privatisation reports, amid Prime Minister Narendra Modi's push since 2020 to expand private-sector participation in the Indian space industry.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:05 WIB
Japan Assesses Whether Anak Krakatau Eruption Could Trigger a Tsunami
The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has assessed that the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau, which has been spewing ash up to 15 kilometres since Saturday, is unlikely to cause a tsunami affecting Japan or Indonesia. JMA found no significant sea level changes at monitoring stations, though officials will continue monitoring the volcano. Anak Krakatau remains at alert Level III, with residents and visitors advised to stay outside a three-kilometre danger zone.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:03 WIB
Telkom (TLKM) Seeks Strategic Partner for Data Centre, Targeted for Completion by End of 2026
PT Telkom Indonesia Tbk (TLKM) is seeking a strategic partner to develop its data centre business, with the partnership targeted for completion by the end of 2026. The company says a partner would bring operational capabilities, access to global hyperscalers, and shared capital requirements, freeing Telkom's capital for core business investment and shareholder returns. Its data centre arm, NeutraDC, has also partnered with PLN to secure energy for a hyperscale facility in Cikarang slated for August 2026, with capacity targeted to reach 200 megawatts.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:03 WIB
Krakatau's Child Continues to Erupt, Tsunami Potential Judged Very Small
Continued eruptions at Anak Krakatau are a natural process of rebuilding the volcano's body after the December 2018 flank collapse, according to disaster expert Daryono of IABI. He stated the cone's current height and volume are far lower than before the 2018 Sunda Strait tsunami, making a destructive slide-induced tsunami highly unlikely. Residents of the Sunda Strait coast were urged to remain calm and follow official guidance from PVMBG.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:02 WIB
Indonesia Is on Alert — What About Our Finances?
Amid a series of disasters including the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau, which disrupted flights and affected around 170,000 passengers, this opinion piece argues that families must prepare emergency funds before crises strike. Drawing on the story of the Prophet Yusuf and BNPB's disaster preparedness guidance, it sets out practical steps for building and managing an emergency fund. The author stresses that liquidity, not just physical supplies, is a core component of household resilience.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:02 WIB
West Java Regional Council Urges Resolution of Land Dispute in Cihapit
The West Java Provincial Regional Representative Council (DPRD) has called on the provincial Education Office to postpone the planned eviction of residents from land in Ciliwung Dalam, Cihapit, Bandung, until the ownership status is clarified. At least 26 plots and houses are affected, with residents holding freehold certificates dating from 1978 whilst documents linked to SMKN 2 Bandung were issued in 1994. DPRD will convene all parties, including the residents, the Education Office, the land agency BPN, and relevant commissions, to examine the competing claims.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:01 WIB
Husein Sastranegara Airport Remains Non-Operational Due to Volcanic Ash
Husein Sastranegara Airport in Bandung remains closed following volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau, with no flights operating as of Monday (7/9). Bandung Mayor Muhammad Farhan said airborne ash still poses a risk to aviation. Airlines are offering rescheduling and refund options to affected passengers.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:01 WIB
Free transports ready as Anak Krakatau ash shuts SoekarnoHatta airport
Mount Anak Krakatau's volcanic ash prompted the temporary closure of eight airports across Banten, Jakarta, West Java, Lampung, and South Sumatra, including Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Transportation Minister Dudy Purwagandhi said flights were being diverted to alternative airports such as Kertajati, Juanda, and YIA, whilst state operator InJourney Airports deployed free shuttle buses, meals, and waiting areas under its Service Recovery Activation protocol. Passengers may opt for ground transfers or request refunds, with airport staff on hand at help desks in Terminals 1, 2, and 3 to assist with registration.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:00 WIB
Police Distribute Masks as Anak Krakatau Ash Reaches Jakarta
Indonesian police have distributed masks and set up health screenings across Jakarta, Depok, Bekasi and Soekarno-Hatta Airport as volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau drifts over the capital. The volcano erupted on 6 September and remains at Alert Level III, with the Geological Agency enforcing a 3-kilometre exclusion zone. Authorities urged residents to remain calm and avoid unverified information about the ash's impact.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:00 WIB
Ash from Anak Krakatau Spreads as Far as Bengkulu, Eight Airports Remain Closed
Volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau has spread across Lampung, Banten, West Java and as far as Bengkulu, according to BMKG. AirNav Indonesia has ordered the temporary closure of eight airports in Sumatra and Java, including Soekarno-Hatta and Halim Perdanakusuma, whilst BMKG has issued 39 SIGMET notices since the first eruption on 4 September 2026.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:00 WIB
Civil Servants May Work From Home Due to Mount Anak Krakatau Eruption, Here Are the Conditions
The Indonesian government has opened the way for civil servants (ASN) to work from home amid volcanic ash exposure from the Mount Anak Krakatau eruption affecting parts of Java and Sumatra. The Ministry of Administrative and Bureaucratic Reform said the decision rests with each agency's staffing officer or leadership, based on regional conditions, work characteristics, public service needs, and official disaster authority guidance.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:00 WIB
Video: Bio Farma Needs Seven Years to Produce Typhoid Fever Vaccine
Bio Farma, the parent holding company of Indonesia's pharmaceutical SOEs, is strengthening the national pharmaceutical industry through business transformation and financial restructuring. Its president director Shadiq Akasya said inefficient products are being pruned, while inefficient business models are being overhauled. The company recently launched Bio-TCV, a domestically developed typhoid conjugate vaccine produced in cooperation with the International Vaccine Institute.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:58 WIB
Ash Falls, Voices Scatter
A columnist reflects on the public discourse surrounding ashfall from Anak Krakatau volcano in the Sunda Strait, which blanketed Jakarta and surrounding areas. He identifies five tendencies in public voices, from direct experience and anxiety to scepticism and political point-scoring, arguing that the abundance of official statements has not necessarily produced clearer knowledge. The piece critiques how social media transforms natural disasters from facts into perceptions and political commodities.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:58 WIB
Finance Minister hopes disasters will not significantly affect the economy
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has expressed hope that recent disasters, including the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau, will not significantly slow Indonesia's economy in the third and fourth quarters. He said the economy remains on track with the government's targets, with disaster response handled through the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) budget and additional funds available if needed.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:56 WIB
Gianyar Regency raises local revenue by Rp33.6 billion in 2026 revised budget
The Gianyar Regency Government in Bali has increased its locally generated revenue (PAD) by Rp33.6 billion to Rp2.43 trillion in the 2026 revised regional budget, a 1.4 per cent rise. The revision also cuts regional expenditure by Rp52.29 billion to Rp4.33 trillion, with a projected budget deficit of Rp921.9 billion to be covered through net financing.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:56 WIB
Bogor Affected by Mount Anak Krakatau Ash, District Government Services Run Normally
The Bogor District Government has confirmed that public services remain normal despite ash from the Mount Anak Krakatau eruption affecting residents. The head of the district's investment and one-stop licensing office (DPMPTSP), Agus Ridho, said visitor numbers had fallen but all 32 services continue to operate, with masks provided for staff and applicants.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:55 WIB
Asia-Pacific Media Forum Opens in Shenzhen, Building Bridges of Mutual Understanding and Coexistence Through Media
The Asia-Pacific Media Forum opened in Shenzhen on 5 September 2026, gathering more than 400 delegates from over 220 media organisations, think tanks, government agencies and international bodies across 42 countries and regions. The forum produced concrete outcomes, including the establishment of an Asia-Pacific Media Partnership Organising Committee, a media cooperation initiative and the Shenzhen Consensus, ahead of China hosting the 33rd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting later this year.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:55 WIB
Mount Anak Krakatau Must in Fact Erupt Frequently, Says Mbah Rono
Volcanologist Surono, known as Mbah Rono, says Anak Krakatau's eruptions are a natural process needed to rebuild the mountain's body as continuous magma supply creates pressure that must be released. The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources reports that a 25-hour continuous eruption episode has ended, though the volcano remains at Alert Level III with seismic activity still high. Authorities maintain a 3-kilometre exclusion radius around the crater.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:54 WIB
3.3 Million Elderly People at Risk from Mount Anak Krakatau Ash, Health Ministry Warns
The Ministry of Health has warned that some 3.3 million elderly Indonesians are at risk of health problems from exposure to volcanic ash following the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. Imran Pambudi, Director of Vulnerable Group Health Services, said the ash's sharp silica particles pose dangers to the lungs, eyes and skin, and can worsen conditions such as asthma, COPD and cardiovascular disease.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:54 WIB
Constitutional Court grants withdrawal of case on National Police Chief's term of office
The Constitutional Court has granted the withdrawal of a judicial review petition challenging the National Police Law, which sought a strict five-year term for the Chief of the National Police (Kapolri) with only one possible extension. The applicants, Lisdawati Manao and Saras Sandriyanto, withdrew their petition after concluding the matter fell within the realm of open legal policy. The Court ruled the withdrawal legally sound and barred the applicants from re-submitting the same petition.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:53 WIB
Environment Minister Jumhur Hidayat Deploys Rapid Response Team Over Krakatau Eruption Effects
Environment Minister Mohammad Jumhur Hidayat has deployed a rapid response team to measure ambient air quality and monitor seawater quality along the coasts of Banten and Lampung following continuous eruptions of Mount Anak Krakatau. The government's priority is mitigating environmental impacts and protecting affected communities, with coastal ecosystem recovery planned once conditions stabilise.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:53 WIB
NTT Deputy Governor Urges Police to Take Firm Action Against Perpetrators Harassing Earthquake Victims
East Nusa Tenggara Deputy Governor Jhoni Asadoma has urged police to crack down on sexual violence at emergency shelters housing victims of the Flores earthquake. Regional parliament speaker Emilia Nomleni echoed the call, warning that boys and girls alike are at risk and demanding separate toilet facilities for women and children.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:53 WIB
KAI Surabaya adds 1,032 seats to Jakarta services amid Krakatau eruption
PT Kereta Api Indonesia's Operational Region 8 Surabaya added 1,032 seats on Surabaya-Jakarta routes following the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau in the Sunda Strait. The extra capacity comes from a new additional train service from Surabaya Pasarturi to Gambir and an expanded Anggrek service, as passenger numbers rose eight per cent week on week.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:52 WIB
IdeaFest 2026 highlights the human role amid AI development
IdeaFest 2026, to be held on 4–6 September at the Jakarta International Convention Center, will carry the theme "Re:Humanize", examining humanity's role as artificial intelligence reshapes work, creative industries and daily life. The fifteenth edition will feature more than 500 speakers across 160 sessions. Organisers say the theme was chosen following audience demand for deeper discussion on the relationship between humans and AI.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:52 WIB
Video: Indonesian Vaccines Go Global — Bio Farma Exports Polio Vaccine to 150 Countries
Bio Farma, the parent holding of Indonesia's pharmaceutical SOEs, is strengthening the fundamentals of the national pharmaceutical industry through business transformation and financial restructuring, including pruning inefficient products. The company recently launched Bio-TCV, a domestically developed typhoid conjugate vaccine, and is developing rotavirus, HPV and adult hepatitis vaccines, whilst exporting vaccines such as polio, in partnership with UNICEF, to up to 150 countries.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:51 WIB
The Trust Refused by the Mountains, the Earth and the Heavens, but Accepted by Man
This is a Quranic exegesis piece drawing on Surat Al-Ahzab verse 72, which describes how the heavens, the earth and the mountains declined to bear the trust (amanah) offered by Allah, fearing they could not fulfil it. Man, despite his small stature and weaknesses of ambition and desire, accepted the trust, with reward for those who uphold it and punishment for those who betray it. The interpretation is based on the tafsir of the Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:50 WIB
Anak Krakatau Erupts, Communications and Digital Minister Warns Against Spreading False Information
Communications and Digital Minister Meutya Hafid has urged the public not to spread unverified misinformation about the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau, which could spark panic. She advised following official channels such as PVMBG, BMKG and BNPB, and issued health and safety guidance as volcanic ash spread across Banten, Jakarta and West Java, leading to flight cancellations and tsunami concerns.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:49 WIB
Timeline of Indian Woman's Bag Snatch in Menteng Until Police Arrest Suspect
An Indian national had her mobile phone snatched by two men on a motorcycle in the Gondangdia area of Menteng, Central Jakarta, on Friday morning whilst walking to a place of worship. Central Jakarta Metro Police swiftly investigated using CCTV footage and field clues, arresting one suspect identified as NJ early on Sunday and seizing evidence including a motorcycle. Police are still pursuing the second suspect and tracing those who may have received the stolen goods.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:47 WIB
Purbaya Confident Mount Anak Krakatau Eruption Will Have Minimal Economic Impact—State Budget Remains Safe
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has stated that the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau, which closed eight airports and cancelled 1,558 flights, will have only a limited effect on Indonesia's economic growth in the third quarter of 2026. He added that the state budget remains under control and is still capable of supporting growth in the second half of the year.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:47 WIB
DMAS Optimistic About Industrial Estate Through 2027, Data Centres Underpin Business
PT Puradelta Lestari Tbk (DMAS) expects its industrial estate prospects to remain positive through 2027, with data centres as a key business driver. Company Director and Corporate Secretary Tondy Suwanto said high interest rates mainly challenge the residential segment, whilst a weaker rupiah makes investment in Indonesia cheaper for foreign data centre investors.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:47 WIB
Despite Pros and Cons, DPR Vows Asset Forfeiture Bill Will Be Passed on 15 December
The Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR) has committed to finalising and passing the Asset Forfeiture Bill on 15 December 2026, despite ongoing public debate. Deputy Chairman of Commission III Ahmad Sahroni framed the bill as part of parliament's commitment to strengthening corruption eradication, while Commission III Chairman Habiburokhman stressed safeguards to prevent it becoming a tool for abuse of power.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:46 WIB
Life Insurance Profits Rise 75% to June 2026, OJK Reveals Driving Factors
Indonesia's conventional life insurance industry recorded pre-tax profits of Rp 13.24 trillion as of June 2026, up 75.36% year on year, according to the Financial Services Authority (OJK). Ogi Prastomiyono, Chief Executive of Insurance, Guarantee and Pension Fund Supervision, attributed the growth to improved operational performance, cost efficiency and a solid business portfolio rather than investment returns, which were negative at minus Rp 2.6 trillion. OJK is urging insurers to strengthen underwriting discipline and premium quality to sustain profitability amid volatile financial markets.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:46 WIB
Judges' Flights Disrupted by Mount Anak Krakatau Eruption, Verdict Hearing for Bekasi Regent Postponed
The verdict hearing for suspended Bekasi Regent Ade Kuswara in a bribery case at the Bandung Corruption Court was postponed after volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau closed the airport and grounded the judges' flight. The court adjourned proceedings for one week, until 14 September. Prosecutors have sought seven years' imprisonment for Ade Kuswara and four years for his father, HM Kunang.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:46 WIB
Commission X of the House of Representatives urges education offices to strengthen supervision during remote learning
Lalu Hadrian Irfani, Deputy Chair of Commission X of the Indonesian House of Representatives, has called on education offices in areas affected by the Anak Krakatau eruption to tighten supervision of distance learning. He stressed that remote learning must not diminish teachers' responsibilities or the quality of education, and urged parents to be involved in preparing learning devices and internet access at home.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:45 WIB
Koster Reveals Cause of Long Vehicle Queues at Gilimanuk Port
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has attributed the long vehicle queues at Gilimanuk Port to dock expansion works at Ketapang Port in Banyuwangi, East Java, ahead of the 2027 Eid homecoming season. PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry has deployed two additional vessels, KMP Jatra I and KMP Portlink 0, to relieve congestion on the Bali Strait crossing, with queues now reduced to around 4–5 km.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:45 WIB
When Zakat Becomes Mere Fund Redistribution
An opinion piece argues that Indonesia's zakat system remains stuck in cash and goods distribution rather than genuine asset redistribution, with only 1.65% of funds channelled into economic programmes despite Rp44.288 trillion disbursed to 43.74 million recipients in 2025. It blames rigid regulatory caps on amil operational costs and calls for impact investing schemes, ecosystem funds, and a shift from charity accounting to impact accounting.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:44 WIB
Six Volcanoes in Indonesia on Alert Status, Including Anak Krakatau
Six Indonesian volcanoes are currently on Level III (Siaga/Alert) status, including Anak Krakatau, whose recent eruption spread volcanic ash across five provinces and forced the closure of eight airports. Mount Sinabung was raised to alert level on 31 August 2026, joining Semeru, Lewotobi Laki-laki, Ili Lewotolok, and Mount Ibu. The Geological Agency of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources is monitoring the situation using seismic data, satellite imagery and aviation advisories.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:44 WIB
House Commission IX Urges Government to Actively Address Impact of Mount Anak Krakatau Volcanic Ash
Charles Honoris, Deputy Chair of House Commission IX, has urged the government, particularly the Health Ministry, to treat the spread of volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau as a public health issue rather than merely an environmental one. He called for proactive measures including ensuring health facilities are prepared, intervening against soaring mask prices, and distributing free masks to vulnerable groups in the worst-affected areas.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:44 WIB
Anak Krakatau Volcanic Ash: Jakarta Broadcasting Commission Urges TV and Radio to Strengthen Public Information
The Jakarta branch of the Indonesian Broadcasting Commission (KPID DKI) has urged television and radio broadcasters to intensify the delivery of public safety information following volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau affecting Jakarta. The call aligns with the provincial government's mitigation measures, including air quality monitoring, water mist deployment, remote learning, and mask advisories.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:42 WIB
Fierce Fighting Between Houthis and Yemeni Forces Continues, 300 Dead
Clashes between Houthi rebels and Yemeni government forces over access to the strategic Red Sea coast have killed more than 300 people, the deadliest escalation since the 2022 ceasefire collapsed in July. Hundreds of families have fled their homes, with the UN estimating at least 1,790 displaced. The Bab al-Mandeb Strait has taken on greater strategic importance following Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, as it links Asia to Europe via the Suez Canal.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:42 WIB
Social Affairs Minister Pledges Firm Action Against Ministry Staff Found Involved in Online Gambling
Minister of Social Affairs Saifullah Yusuf (Gus Ipul) has vowed to take firm action against ministry employees proven to be involved in online gambling, with sanctions ranging from verbal warnings to dismissal. The ministry is investigating 1,900 staff flagged by the financial intelligence agency PPATK, with more than 70 per cent of those clarified so far admitting to some form of participation. The clarification process is targeted for completion this month.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:41 WIB
Fadli Zon Reveals Positive Impact of Indonesia's Membership of UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Committee
Indonesia has been elected to UNESCO's Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage for the 2026-2030 term. Culture Minister Fadli Zon said the membership carries significant weight, as Indonesia can help steer global cultural preservation policy. The win, secured against five other Asia-Pacific candidates, was attributed to intensive Indonesian diplomacy and lobbying.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:41 WIB
Sahroni wants Asset Forfeiture Bill to maximise corruption eradication
Deputy Chair of Commission III of the DPR, Ahmad Sahroni, hopes the Asset Forfeiture Bill will serve as a breath of fresh air for corruption eradication, provided law enforcers apply it without abuse of power. Legal observer Shri Hardjuno Wiwoho argued that non-conviction-based asset forfeiture is rational for recovering the economic value of crime, warning that lengthy court processes give offenders time to conceal assets.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 12:40 WIB
Telkom commits to paying 60-90 percent of 2026 net profit as dividends
PT Telkom Indonesia has committed to a dividend payout ratio of 60-90 percent of its 2026 net profit, subject to approval at a general shareholders' meeting. The state-owned telecoms firm says it will balance shareholder returns with its expansion and investment needs. The pledge comes as Telkom reported consolidated revenue of Rp75.9 trillion in the first half of 2026, up 3.9 percent year on year.