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Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 19:10 WIB
Pickup Truck Imports Could Cost Indonesian Economy Rp27 Trillion
Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita has warned that fulfilling demand for 70,000 pickup trucks through imports rather than domestic production could see Indonesia forgo approximately Rp27 trillion in economic value-added. The minister emphasised that local manufacturers already possess capacity of around one million units per year, sufficient to meet domestic demand whilst strengthening global competitiveness and sustaining employment across multiple supporting industrial subsectors.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 19:10 WIB
Rainbow on Mars Film Set to Become a Proud Indonesian IP, Releasing for Lebaran 2026
Indonesian production house Mahakarya Pictures is preparing to release "Pelangi di Mars" (Rainbow on Mars), an ambitious science fiction film aimed at establishing a homegrown intellectual property capable of competing globally. Deputy Minister of Creative Economy Irene Umar praised the film after an early screening, calling it a must-watch achievement, whilst producer Dendi Reynando emphasised a five-year development strategy designed to build a franchise with sequels and derivative products.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 19:09 WIB
PAM Jaya and PALJAYA Revitalise Communal Sanitation Facilities in Manggarai
Jakarta's water utility PAM Jaya and wastewater operator PALJAYA have completed the revitalisation of communal bathing, washing and toilet facilities in Manggarai, South Jakarta, equipping them with biopal waste treatment systems to prevent river pollution. The programme, which has upgraded facilities in RT 14 and RT 15 of RW 09, connects domestic wastewater to a centralised treatment system, reducing environmental contamination and E. coli exposure risks for local residents.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 19:07 WIB
Prihati Pujowaskito: The Military Doctor Now Leading BPJS Kesehatan
President Prabowo Subianto has appointed Prihati Pujowaskito, a military cardiologist and academic, as President Director of BPJS Kesehatan for the 2026–2031 term. The Solo-born doctor brings extensive experience from senior clinical roles at military hospitals, a deanship at the Defence University's Faculty of Military Medicine, and service on the Presidential Medical Expert Panel, signalling continued military-linked leadership of Indonesia's national health insurance agency.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 19:04 WIB
Residents Call for Jakarta LRT Route Extension to Improve Mobility
Jakarta residents are urging the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government to extend the LRT network beyond the current Phase 1B Velodrome–Manggarai line, which is 89 per cent complete, to reach densely populated areas, business districts and economic centres. Governor Pramono Anung confirmed the government is focused on completing Phase 1B, with operations expected to begin next year, after which potential extensions to Tanjung Priok, Jakarta International Stadium, Ancol and PIK 2 will be evaluated.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 19:04 WIB
Explosion occurs during firecracker manufacturing in Kertek, Wonosobo
A young man sustained burns and lacerations after an explosion during illegal firecracker assembly in Wonosobo, Central Java, when sparks from an angle grinder ignited explosive materials. Police are investigating the source of the firecracker materials and have warned the public against purchasing, storing, or assembling explosive materials illegally, citing both safety risks and legal consequences.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 19:00 WIB
Japanese National Found Dead in Room on 25th Floor of Merlyn Park Hotel, Gambir
A 59-year-old Japanese man was found dead in his room on the 25th floor of Hotel Merlyn Park in Central Jakarta on 18 February 2026, whilst on a work visit to Indonesia with a group of 24 Japanese tourists. Police have found no signs of foul play in their initial examination and the body has been transferred to RSCM hospital for further investigation.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:57 WIB
Coordinating Minister Cak Imin Inaugurates BPJS Health and Employment Directors for 2026-2031 Term
Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Muhaimin Iskandar has inaugurated new boards of supervisors and directors for both BPJS Health and BPJS Employment for the 2026-2031 term, with Prihati Pujowaskito and Saiful Hidayat appointed as respective chief executives. The minister stressed that social security is a critical instrument for public welfare, urging the new leadership to prioritise public interest and collaborate on initiatives including affordable rental housing for workers thro
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:57 WIB
Grobogan and Demak Still Submerged After Nearly a Week of Flooding
The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) is conducting intensive operations to address persistent flooding in Grobogan and Demak regencies in Central Java, which has affected over 10,000 families and nearly 18,000 housing units since 15 February. The Grobogan Regency Government has declared an emergency response status whilst BNPB deploys heavy equipment to repair collapsed embankments along the Tuntang River, identified as the primary cause of the spreading floodwaters.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:56 WIB
Tough Guy: A Signal That Indonesia Is a Decisive Player in the Board of Peace?
Indonesia has secured a prominent seat at the inaugural Board of Peace summit for Gaza in Washington, with President Trump publicly acknowledging President Prabowo Subianto as a formidable partner in resolving the conflict. Jakarta's pledge of over 8,000 stabilisation personnel, coupled with tens of billions of dollars in reciprocal trade deals signed the same day, signals a strategic repositioning of Indonesia from moral supporter to operational actor on the world stage, though questions remain
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:55 WIB
Foreign Woman Goes on Rampage at Gili Trawangan Prayer Room, Disturbed by Ramadan Recitation Speaker
A foreign woman vandalised a musala (small prayer room) on Gili Trawangan, North Lombok, after becoming agitated by loudspeaker use during a communal Quran recitation on the first night of Ramadan. The incident, which went viral on social media, saw the woman damage the microphone and injure a resident, highlighting ongoing tensions between tourism and local religious practices in Indonesia's popular island destinations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:51 WIB
Rupiah weakens amid expectations of prolonged higher US interest rates
The Indonesian rupiah fell 9 points to Rp16,903 per US dollar at the opening of Friday trade, pressured by a stronger greenback linked to expectations that US Federal Reserve interest rates will remain elevated for longer. Analysts noted that while corporate foreign currency demand and global dollar strength weigh on the currency, Indonesia's trade surplus and Bank Indonesia's stabilisation measures should limit the extent of depreciation.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:50 WIB
Andre Rosiade and Dony Oskaria Inaugurate Reconstruction of SDN 49 Batang Kabung in Padang
Deputy Chairman of House Commission VI Andre Rosiade and Danantara COO Dony Oskaria launched the reconstruction of a Padang primary school destroyed by flash floods in November 2025, with state-owned mining firm Inalum leading the rebuilding effort. The ceremony, attended by senior national and regional officials, underscored the Prabowo government's commitment to rapid educational recovery in disaster-affected areas, with calls for broader SOE participation in rebuilding damaged schools across
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:49 WIB
Airlangga Raises Critical Mineral Access in Tariff Agreement with the US
Coordinating Minister Airlangga Hartarto confirmed that critical minerals and rare earth elements form a key component of the newly signed Indonesia-US Reciprocal Trade Agreement, with Indonesia opening investment and technology-sharing cooperation in the sector. Under the deal, the US maintains a reduced 19 per cent reciprocal tariff on Indonesian imports — down from 32 per cent — whilst Indonesia eliminates tariff barriers on over 99 per cent of US products and withdraws export restrictions on
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:48 WIB
Part of Soekarno-Hatta Airport Train Evacuated to Kalideres as Track Recovery Continues
A Soekarno-Hatta Airport train was involved in a collision with a truck on the Rawabuaya-Batuceper line, prompting KAI to deploy a rescue train and dozens of emergency response personnel to evacuate the consist and restore infrastructure. Part of the train was moved to Kalideres Station by mid-morning, but full recovery — including re-erection of catenary poles and track inspections — remained ongoing, highlighting vulnerabilities in rail-road crossing safety on a critical transport corridor ser
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:47 WIB
Rice seller in Banjarmasin earns Rp1 million daily after joining Baznas microfinance programme
The National Zakat Agency's Baznas Microfinance Desa (BMD) programme has helped a nasi kuning and lontong seller in Banjarmasin increase her daily turnover from Rp800,000 to Rp1 million through interest-free financing and business mentoring. Baznas Deputy Chairperson Saidah Sakwan highlighted the programme as evidence that productively managed zakat can drive economic self-sufficiency, with the ultimate aim of transforming zakat recipients into zakat payers and contributing to poverty eradicatio
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:47 WIB
Indonesian and US Business Leaders Sign Multiple Cooperation Agreements Witnessed by Prabowo
Indonesian and American business leaders signed 11 cooperation agreements worth a total of US$38.4 billion during the Indonesia-US Business Summit in Washington DC, witnessed by President Prabowo. The deals, facilitated by Kadin Indonesia and the US Chamber of Commerce, span sectors from critical minerals to agriculture, and come alongside ongoing negotiations for a reciprocal trade agreement between the two countries.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:46 WIB
Jakarta Metropolitan Police Move Swiftly to Handle Flooding in Kebon Pala, East Jakarta
The Jakarta Metropolitan Police's Marine and Air Police Directorate deployed personnel, rubber boats and safety equipment to evacuate residents from Kebon Pala, East Jakarta, after overnight rain caused floodwaters to reach one metre. The rapid response included rescuing an infant and helping residents secure vehicles and valuables, whilst officers remained stationed to monitor rising water levels that submerged homes, furniture and local roads.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:46 WIB
What Is the ISF? Indonesia Becomes Deputy Commander and Deploys 8,000 Troops to Gaza
Indonesia has accepted the role of deputy commander of the newly established International Stabilisation Force (ISF) in Gaza, with President Prabowo Subianto committing 8,000 TNI troops for deployment within one to two months. The ISF, authorised under UN Security Council Resolution 2803, is mandated to oversee the ceasefire, demilitarise the Gaza Strip, protect civilians, and support the training of Palestinian police forces. The announcement, made at the inaugural Board of Peace Summit in Wash
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:45 WIB
Prabowo Laughs Off Trump's 'I Don't Wanna Fight Him' Remark
US President Donald Trump publicly praised President Prabowo Subianto at the inaugural Board of Peace summit in Washington DC, calling him "definitely tough" and declaring he would not want to fight him. Prabowo dismissed the remarks as a joke, whilst Trump lauded Indonesia as a great nation and described its president as respected by world leaders.
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