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Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 11:02 WIB
Sleeping Driver Triggers Collision, Transjakarta Launches Special Hotline for Bus Operators
Transjakarta has launched a dedicated hotline for bus drivers following a collision caused by driver fatigue on Corridor 13. The initiative, accompanied by a safety rally for hundreds of drivers and partner operators, aims to embed safety culture across the company's operations, which served 413 million passengers in 2025.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 11:01 WIB
Bank Indonesia Currency Exchange Booking Quota Exhausted for Java Region
Bank Indonesia's currency exchange booking quota for Period 2 in the Java region has been fully exhausted as of Friday, 27 February 2026, just three days after registration opened on 24 February. The quota for currency exchanges scheduled between 28 February and 15 March 2026 is now filled, with no go-show walk-in exchanges permitted without prior booking through the Pintar BI application.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:59 WIB
Seeking Justice for Sea Dragon Crew Member: Hotman Paris Steps In, Family Pleads at Parliament
High-profile lawyer Hotman Paris Hutapea appeared before Indonesia's parliamentary commission to defend crew member Fandi Ramadhan, who faces a death sentence in a drug smuggling case involving nearly 2 tonnes of methamphetamine on the vessel Sea Dragon. Hutapea argued that Fandi, who had only worked aboard the ship for three days, had no knowledge of the drugs and repeatedly questioned the ship's captain about mysterious cargo boxes that were allegedly told to contain gold and money.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:59 WIB
DPR Budget Committee Chair Said Abdullah Clarifies Free Nutritious Meals Programme Budget Allocation in National Budget
The Chair of the DPR's Budget Committee, Said Abdullah, has responded to controversy surrounding the allocation of the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme by explaining the budget governance framework within the 2025 and 2026 National Budget. The government and DPR have allocated Rp 71 trillion for MBG in 2025 and Rp 268 trillion in 2026, positioning it within the education budget line item which constitutionally comprises 20 per cent of state expenditure. Said emphasized that the placement of
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:56 WIB
Drug Dealer Ko Erwin Arrested in Connection with Former Bima City Police Chief
Drug trafficking kingpin Erwin Iskandar, alias Ko Erwin, has been arrested by the Indonesian National Police's Criminal Investigation Directorate in Tanjung Balai, North Sumatra, whilst attempting to flee to Malaysia. The arrest is connected to an ongoing corruption and drug-trafficking scandal involving former Bima City Police Chief AKBP Didik Putra Kuncoro and former drug taskforce head AKP Malaungi, who allegedly received substantial payments and narcotics from Ko Erwin. Two additional suspec
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:51 WIB
Trump's 15 Per Cent Tariff Emerges as IHSG Threat, Market Correction Risk of up to 7 Per Cent Looms
US President Donald Trump's proposed 15 per cent import tariff has sparked concerns in global financial markets, with analysts warning Indonesia's Composite Stock Price Index (IHSG) faces potential pressure from foreign fund outflows and risk-off sentiment. A significant capital outflow triggered by trade tensions could trigger index corrections ranging from 3-7 per cent in the short term, particularly if the IHSG fails to hold key technical support levels around 8,135-8,200.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:47 WIB
Drug Trafficker Ko Erwin, Who Paid Rp 2.8 Billion to Ex-Bima Police Chief, Attempts Escape to Malaysia
Drug trafficker Erwin Iskandar (Ko Erwin), who allegedly paid Rp 2.8 billion to former Bima Police Chief AKBP Didik, was arrested in Tanjungbalai, North Sumatra on 26 February whilst attempting to flee to Malaysia by boat. The National Police Narcotics Investigation Directorate also detained two accomplices who allegedly facilitated Ko Erwin's escape, as the wanted suspect now faces investigation at police headquarters.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:45 WIB
162,000 Hajj Pilgrim Visa Documents Processed, Target Completion Early March
Indonesia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has processed 162,000 visa documents for hajj pilgrims, with approximately 40,000 remaining under review, aiming for completion by early March ahead of Eid al-Fitr. A 24-hour visa processing team of 85 personnel faces technical connectivity challenges with Saudi Arabia and has restricted pilgrim quota transfers to maintain stability, though staff report satisfaction with balancing work and religious observance during Ramadan.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:40 WIB
United States Imposes High Tariffs on Indonesian Solar Panels: What's the Reason?
The United States Department of Commerce has imposed temporary countervailing duties on solar cells and panels imported from Indonesia, India, and Laos, citing allegations of unfair government subsidies that harm American domestic producers. Indonesia faces a general subsidy rate of 104.38 percent, with individual companies such as PT Blue Sky Solar facing tariffs as high as 143.3 percent. This decision represents the latest in a series of US trade barriers against Asian solar imports spanning o
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:39 WIB
The Fate of 280 Million Indonesians' Data at the Mercy of Trade Agreements
Indonesia's trade agreement with the United States signed on 19 February 2026 contains clauses that undermine the nation's newly established digital data protection framework by prohibiting mandatory local data storage requirements and effectively pre-determining the adequacy assessment of US data protection standards. The agreement creates significant risks for the personal data of 280 million Indonesians, as it enables US government access through mechanisms such as the CLOUD Act and FISA Sect
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:38 WIB
Assets of Kerry, Son of Fugitive Riza Chalid, Seized by State
A judicial panel has ordered the seizure of assets belonging to Kerry Muhammad Kerry Adrianto Riza, son of fugitive Mohamad Riza Chalid, following his conviction to 15 years imprisonment in a corruption case. Kerry was found to have enriched himself by Rp2.9 trillion whilst arranging the leasing of three vessels and fuel terminal facilities, causing state losses of Rp285.18 trillion. The assets have been declared confiscated to the state by the Jakarta Corruption Court.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:37 WIB
Confused by 15-Year Sentence, Kerry Adrianto: Many Trial Facts Not Considered in Court Ruling
Kerry Adrianto, a defendant in a corruption case involving crude oil and refinery product management at PT Pertamina, has been sentenced to 15 years' imprisonment and ordered to pay replacement funds of Rp2.9 trillion. He claims the court's decision overlooked many trial facts and intends to appeal, expressing hope for justice in a higher court.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:30 WIB
Hip Modern Youth Should Be Able to Speak Balinese, Says Culture Official
Bali's Culture Office Head IB Alit Suryana has emphasised the critical importance of preserving the Balinese language and script as the cultural identity of the Balinese people, urging younger generations to use the language daily at home, school, and work. Speaking at the 8th Balinese Language Month celebration, Suryana redefined what it means for young Balinese to be "hip" or fashionable—stating that truly cool Balinese youth should master Balinese language first, then Indonesian, and finally
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:30 WIB
BEM UI to Demonstrate at Polri Headquarters, Demand Structural Police Reforms Following Tual Incident
The Student Executive Board of the University of Indonesia (BEM UI) has announced plans to stage a demonstration at Indonesian National Police (Polri) headquarters in Jakarta on 27 February 2026 in response to the death of AT, a student in Tual, Maluku, who was beaten by Mobile Brigade member Bripda Mesias Siahaya. The protest will demand maximum criminal penalties for the officer involved and comprehensive structural, cultural, and instrumental police reforms. Mesias Siahaya faces charges under
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:27 WIB
Ko Erwin, Drug Trafficking Fugitive and Former Bima Police Chief, Arrested Whilst Attempting to Flee to Malaysia
Police have arrested Erwin Iskandar (Ko Erwin), a fugitive drug trafficker, whilst he was aboard a vessel allegedly preparing to flee to Malaysia. Erwin is accused of transferring 2.8 billion rupiah to former Bima City Police Chief AKBP Didik Putra Kuncoro. Two additional suspects involved in facilitating his escape have also been apprehended in Riau and Tanjungbalai.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:21 WIB
Head of National Nutrition Agency Conveys Prabowo's Message: No Corruption in Free Nutritious Meals Programme
Dadan Hindayana, Head of Indonesia's National Nutrition Agency (BGN), has relayed President Prabowo Subianto's directive to maintain integrity and prevent corruption in the implementation of the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme. Hindayana emphasised that these principles must be internalised across all BGN staff from central to regional levels, and warned against misusing authority for short-term personal gain. He further instructed management to take firm action against any indications of
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:21 WIB
UI Student Executive Board to Protest at National Police Headquarters This Afternoon, Highlighting Brimob Abuse Case in Tual
The University of Indonesia's Student Executive Board (BEM UI) is planning to hold a demonstration outside the National Police Headquarters in South Jakarta on Friday, 27 February 2026, at 2 p.m. to protest alleged police brutality and abuse of civilians. The protest is specifically focused on highlighting cases of police violence against students, with BEM UI leadership arguing that law enforcement institutions meant to protect citizens have instead become instruments of oppression.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:20 WIB
PwC Survey: 49 Per Cent of Indonesian Workers Experience Financial Pressure
A PricewaterhouseCoopers Global Workforce Hopes & Fears Survey 2025 reveals that 49 per cent of Indonesian workers experience financial pressure, slightly below the global average of 55 per cent. Despite salary increases for 53 per cent of Indonesian workers over the past year, only 10 per cent received promotions, highlighting a gap between short-term income gains and long-term career mobility. The survey also found that 76 per cent of Indonesian workers feel comfortable expressing their opinio
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:19 WIB
Kerry Responds After 15-Year Prison Sentence: I Will Continue to Pursue Justice
Muhamad Kerry Adrianto Riza, Beneficial Owner of PT Orbit Terminal Merak and PT Jenggala Maritim Nusantara, has been sentenced to 15 years imprisonment in a corruption case involving crude oil and refinery product management at PT Pertamina. Kerry has stated he will pursue an appeal, claiming many trial facts were overlooked in the court's consideration, whilst two co-defendants received 13-year sentences. The defendants were convicted for unlawful terminal leasing arrangements and improper ship
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 10:16 WIB
Global Oil Prices Fall Slightly as Markets Monitor US-Iran Nuclear Negotiations
Global crude oil prices declined marginally on 26 February 2026 amid volatile trading, with Brent crude falling 0.14 per cent to $70.75 per barrel and US WTI dropping 0.32 per cent to $65.21 per barrel. Markets are closely monitoring US-Iran negotiations over Tehran's nuclear programme, with prices initially spiking over $1 per barrel after talks hit an impasse, before reversing as both nations agreed to extend discussions into the following week. The extension of negotiations eased geopolitical
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