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Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:30 WIB
President Prabowo Invites All Former Presidents and Vice Presidents to Discuss Global Geopolitical Situation
President Prabowo Subianto is scheduled to host a gathering with all former Indonesian Presidents and Vice Presidents at the State Palace on 3 March to discuss current global geopolitical developments and their implications for Indonesia. The meeting, confirmed by Gerindra Party official Sufmi Dasco Ahmad, aims to strengthen national consolidation among senior leaders amid global uncertainty and to gather input from predecessors for national mitigation planning related to international impacts affecting the country.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:20 WIB
What Would Be the Impact if Indonesia Became a Mediator in the Iran-US Conflict?
President Prabowo Subianto has expressed readiness to mediate the Iran-US conflict, but international relations experts warn this could undermine Indonesia's credibility and its principle of active, independent foreign policy. Critics argue the move risks deepening Indonesia's asymmetric relationship with the United States and weakening its standing as a middle power in the international community.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:15 WIB
Indonesian Stock Exchange Officially Discloses Shareholders with Over 1% Ownership
The Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI) and Indonesia Securities Depositary (KSEI) have formally released information on shareholdings exceeding 1% in listed companies, with data to be published monthly on the BEI website. The move is part of broader reforms to enhance transparency and corporate governance in Indonesia's capital market, enabling investors to make more informed investment decisions and strengthening market confidence.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:15 WIB
Hormuz Strait Closure: Minister Amran Addresses Urea Fertiliser Outlook
Following Iran's closure of the Hormuz Strait amid escalating geopolitical tensions with Israel and the United States, Indonesia's Agriculture Minister Amran Sulaiman has assured the nation that domestic urea fertiliser supplies remain secure and uninterrupted. Whilst acknowledging potential upward pressure on global fertiliser prices, the government states that adequate stockpiles and diversified import sources from Canada, China, and Russia provide sufficient protection against supply disruptions. Imports during January-February 2026 notably increased by 40% compared to the previous period, demonstrating advance preparation ahead of the conflict escalation.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:15 WIB
Strengthening Governance to Sustain Growth, Bank Jakarta Reinforces Risk Management
Bank Jakarta has prioritised strengthening corporate governance and risk management as central to its transformation agenda, emphasising prudential banking discipline and internal audit functions. The bank's efforts have been recognised nationally with awards for enterprise risk management excellence and its CFO's leadership in maintaining financial health and driving sustainable growth.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:12 WIB
Travelling Home via the Pantura or Toll Road: Pros and Cons
Travellers heading home during the mudik (homecoming) season on Java's island face a choice between the toll road and the Pantura national highway route. The toll road offers faster, smoother travel with less traffic congestion, whilst the Pantura route provides greater flexibility, numerous rest areas, and culinary experiences, though it is slower with more hazards and potential delays.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:11 WIB
Megawati Sends Condolences Over Death of Iran's Leader, Reiterates Opposition to Military Aggression
Former Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri has sent a condolence letter to the Iranian government following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a military strike by Israel and the United States on 28 February 2026. In her letter, Megawati expressed Indonesia's strong opposition to unilateral military aggression that violates national sovereignty and emphasised that conflicts must be resolved through dialogue and respect for international law rather than armed force.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:10 WIB
OJK Submits 4 Proposals to MSCI, Targeting Implementation in March 2026
Indonesia's Financial Services Authority (OJK) has submitted four major proposals to MSCI (Morgan Stanley Capital International) to address concerns regarding market transparency and governance, with implementation targeted for March 2026. The proposals include lowering share ownership disclosure thresholds from 5% to 1%, increasing free float minimums from 7.5% to 15% in phases, and accelerating classification detail submissions through the Indonesia Central Securities Depository. These regulatory changes aim to improve Indonesia's capital market standards and potentially support the country's inclusion or status in MSCI indices.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:10 WIB
Adira Finance records 60 per cent increase in vehicle booking slips at IIMS Jakarta 2026
PT Adira Dinamika Multi Finance Tbk reported a 60 per cent year-on-year increase in vehicle booking slips (SPK) at the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) Jakarta 2026, reflecting sustained optimism in the national automotive sector and resilient consumer purchasing power. Danamon and Adira Finance, supported by MUFG, offered special financing solutions including the KPM Prima product with interest rates starting from 1.70 per cent, along with various promotional campaigns that drove significant transaction growth. The financial institutions plan to maintain their partnerships as official banking and financing partners for IIMS Surabaya 2026.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:10 WIB
Chicken and Egg Prices Remain Elevated; BPS Issues Warning
Chicken and egg prices in Indonesia continue to exceed government price guidelines ahead of Ramadan, with national broiler chicken prices rising above the Reference Sales Price (HAP) of Rp41,013 per kilogramme and affecting 209 districts. The Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) has warned of serious pressure on animal protein commodities, with some regions experiencing sharp increases of up to 46% above reference prices. The agency urges rapid measures to strengthen supply and distribution networks to prevent price volatility during the approaching Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr festivities.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:09 WIB
Traces of Street Children's Tissue Sales Collections in Central Jakarta
Street children selling tissues in central Jakarta are reportedly required to surrender portions of their daily earnings to unknown intermediaries, with earnings forcibly collected by informal "handlers". An investigation reveals children as young as 11 and 13 years old working under exploitative conditions, earning minimal daily wages whilst facing threats and verbal abuse for failing to meet collection quotas.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:08 WIB
Government Urged to Immediately Evacuate Indonesian Citizens Trapped in Iran-Israel Conflict
An international law professor from the University of Indonesia has urged the Indonesian government to promptly evacuate Indonesian nationals from the Middle East amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel. The Foreign Ministry has confirmed that protecting Indonesian citizens in the Middle East region is the government's primary concern, and citizens are advised to monitor official information and maintain close communication with Indonesian diplomatic representatives.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:08 WIB
105 Street Vendors 'Swept' from Adi Sucipto, Relocated to Former Selaparang Airport
The Mataram City Government has relocated 105 informal street vendors (PKL) from Jalan Adi Sucipto to the Former Selaparang Airport area in an effort to reduce congestion and improve urban orderliness. The relocation, ordered by Mayor Mohan Roliskana, has been completed with all vendors now operating in a designated zone managed by Angkasa Pura Cooperative, with economic activity reportedly improving and visitor traffic increasing. The city authorities have imposed a moratorium on additional vendor licenses to maintain control over the designated area.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:06 WIB
Understanding the Strait of Hormuz: Location, Ownership, and Its Role in Global Oil Routes
The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow 30-mile-wide waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, is owned by Iran and controlled by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. The strait is critical to global energy security, with approximately 19 million barrels of crude oil—roughly one-fifth of world oil supply—transiting daily, making disruptions by Iran a significant threat to global oil prices and supply chains.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:05 WIB
Indonesia's Crude Oil Imports via Strait of Hormuz Around 20%, Government Outlines Scenarios
The Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia stated that Indonesia imports approximately 20-25% of its crude oil through the Middle East via the Strait of Hormuz, with disruptions threatened by the Israel-Iran conflict. The government is preparing contingency strategies including shifting crude oil sourcing from the Middle East to the United States to ensure supply security. For petrol products (RON 90, 93, 95, 98), Indonesia sources from non-Middle Eastern countries including Southeast Asia, mitigating immediate supply concerns.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:05 WIB
Indonesia Eximbank Partners with IIF to Align Export Credit Standards with OECD
Indonesia Eximbank has signed a memorandum of understanding and cooperation agreement with PT Indonesia Infrastructure Finance (IIF) to align its export credit and credit guarantee schemes with international best practices and OECD standards. The collaboration includes consultancy services and integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, positioning Indonesia Eximbank as a catalyst for national competitiveness whilst supporting the government's agenda towards full OECD membership. IIF will provide strategic support to strengthen Indonesia Eximbank's internal policies, systems, and capacity in comprehensive ESG implementation.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:04 WIB
Prominent Port Worker Labour Activist Ermanto Usman Killed in Alleged Home Robbery
Ermanto Usman, 65, a vocal labour rights activist and former union leader at PT Jakarta International Container Terminal (JICT), was killed in an alleged armed robbery and assault at his home in Bekasi on 2 March 2026. His wife suffered severe injuries in the incident. Ermanto had previously been dismissed twice from JICT for defending worker interests but had his dismissals overturned by the Minister of Transportation, and was recently engaged in podcast activism investigating alleged irregularities in JICT's contract extension negotiations with Hutchison Port Holdings.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:03 WIB
Criticism of Free Nutritious Meals Programme Not Aligned with Budget Facts, Says Policy Observer
A social policy observer has refuted criticism from several politicians, particularly from the PDI Perjuangan, who claim the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme threatens education funding allocations. According to APBN data, education budgets have actually increased, not decreased, whilst teacher and lecturer salaries and allowances have also risen by tens of trillions rupiah. The observer argues that such critiques lack consistency, as the same politicians approved the MBG programme in parliament, and suggests the debate should be grounded in comprehensive fiscal data rather than isolated budget line items.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:03 WIB
Lovina Region Development Commences as Buleleng Regency Allocates Rp 14.1 Billion
Buleleng Regency Government has formally launched a development project for the Lovina tourism area in northern Bali, investing Rp 14.1 billion in infrastructure improvements. The comprehensive initiative encompasses road access improvements, pedestrian pathways, public facilities upgrades, and beach area development, with involvement from local communities and tourism businesses to preserve Lovina's local character.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:02 WIB
Megawati Condemns Killing of Ayatollah Khamenei by Israel and the United States
Former Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri has sent a condolence letter to the Iranian government expressing deep sympathy over the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a joint military attack by Israel and the United States on 28 February 2026. In her letter, Megawati emphasises the historical and ideological bonds between Indonesia and Iran, drawing parallels between Khamenei's anti-imperialist struggle and the legacy of Sukarno, whilst condemning the unilateral military aggression as a violation of sovereignty and international law.
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