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Strait of Hormuz Closure Poses Global Recession Risk to Oil Markets

Combined attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran, OPEC's fourth-largest oil producer, risk triggering major disruptions to Middle Eastern oil supplies that could trigger global economic recession in worst-case scenarios. With control of the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz, Iran could potentially restrict maritime traffic and drive crude oil prices above $100 per barrel, a risk that markets are currently underestimating according to energy analysts.

MUI Chief: US-Israel Attacks on Iran Undermine Board of Peace Legitimacy

The head of the Indonesian Ulema Council's (MUI) foreign relations division has condemned US-Israeli military strikes against Iran as a genuine threat to global peace and security, arguing that such actions delegitimise US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace initiative. Sudarnoto Abdul Hakim characterises Trump as pursuing hegemonic and imperialist ambitions under the guise of peace, and calls on Indonesia to firmly reject military aggression and uphold international law.

Pelindo Chief's First Visit to Kijing Terminal: PTP Nonpetikemas Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening West Kalimantan Logistics

Pelindo Chief Executive Achmad Muchtasyar visited Kijing Terminal in West Kalimantan for the first time, with PTP Nonpetikemas reaffirming its commitment to developing the port as a strategic logistics hub for western Indonesia. The terminal, operational since August 2022, can accommodate up to 15 vessels including large ships with deadweight up to 100,000 DWT, with cargo throughput growing significantly in recent years. PTP Nonpetikemas pledged to optimise operational performance, safety standa

US and Israel Attack Iran, Multiple Middle Eastern Flights from Soetta Delayed

Escalating tensions in the Middle East following US and Israeli attacks on Iran have directly impacted international flight operations at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten, with multiple flights to the region cancelled or delayed due to airspace closures. Several major airlines including Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Garuda Indonesia have suspended services to Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Dubai. Airport management has confirmed that affected passengers are being pr

Xpeng Expands Beyond Greater Jakarta, Opens First Pop-Up Store in Bandung

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng has officially launched its first pop-up store outside the Greater Jakarta region in Bandung, marking the beginning of its network expansion strategy across major Indonesian cities in 2026. The 48-square-metre showroom at Paskal 23 Shopping Center will operate until August 2026 and offer sales services, product consultations, and vehicle booking facilities. Early customers who complete orders by 20 March 2026 will receive one year of complimentary insu

Free Mudik Registration Opens Today from Ministry of Transport, Check Requirements

The Indonesian Ministry of Transport has opened free Eid holiday travel registration from 1 March 2026, offering 401 buses with a total capacity of 15,834 passengers for outbound and return journeys. Registration is conducted online via nusantara.kemenhub.go.id and will close when the quota is filled, with available routes covering major cities across Indonesia and motorcycle transport services also provided.

Helmy Attamimi Award 2026 Becomes Platform for Healthy Industry Competition

The Association of Indonesian Direct Selling Companies (AP2LI) held the biennial Helmy Attamimi Award 2026 with 167 direct selling companies and state institutions in attendance, designed to foster healthy competition and professional development within Indonesia's direct selling industry. QNET, a global direct selling company, received four company nominations and its Deputy Chairman Ganang Rindarko was named CEO of The Year. The award aims to promote integrity, professionalism, and sustainabil

Ministry of Transportation Prepares Aircraft Ticket Discounts of Up to 18 Per Cent for Eid 2026 Holiday Travel

The Indonesian Ministry of Transportation is preparing aircraft ticket discounts of up to 18 per cent for the Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijri (Eid 2026) holiday travel period. Transport Minister Dudy Purwagandhi acknowledged that ticket prices are influenced by supply and demand dynamics, particularly during peak travel periods when demand often exceeds aircraft fleet capacity. The ministry will strictly monitor the discount implementation to ensure the public genuinely benefits from reduced fares during

Netanyahu Claims Khamenei Dead, Iran Foreign Minister Denies

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed that Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed in a devastating Israeli and US joint airstrike on his residence in Tehran, stating that numerous indicators suggest the 86-year-old dictator is dead. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has dismissed the claim, asserting that Khamenei remains alive and that Israel cannot change Iran's regime whilst millions support it, though Khamenei's exact whereabouts remain unconfirmed since the strik

Jakarta Car Free Day Schedule and Location During Ramadan Today

The Jakarta Provincial Government continues to hold its weekly car free day (CFD) on Sundays during Ramadan, with the provincial-level event running along Sudirman–MH Thamrin corridor from 06:00–10:00 WIB. However, street vendors and community activities are prohibited during the Islamic month, whilst several administrative city-level CFD programmes have been suspended entirely during Ramadan.

Mitsubishi Locks Down Hybrid Details, Set for Local Production and Launch in Second Half 2026

Mitsubishi Motors Krama Yudha Sales Indonesia (MMKSI) has confirmed that its first hybrid model will be produced locally in Indonesia with production commencing in the first half of 2026 and official market launch targeted for the second half of 2026. President Director Atsushi Kurita declined to disclose technical and commercial details, model specifications, and pricing, emphasising that the vehicle will be tailored to Indonesian consumer needs and positioned as a long-term strategic product w

Fuel Prices Rise Across the Board on 1 March 2026, Latest Non-Subsidised Fuel Price List Announced

PT Pertamina has officially announced increased prices for all non-subsidised fuel types effective 1 March 2026 across all petrol stations throughout Indonesia, including Pertamax Series and Dex Series products. Subsidised fuel prices remain unchanged, with Pertalite maintained at Rp 10,000 per litre and Biosolar at Rp 6,800 per litre. Price adjustments vary by region, with detailed rates provided for Jabodetabek, Java, Bali, Nusa Tenggara, and other regions including special economic zones.

47 Free Nutritious Meals Providers Suspended During Ramadan Over Substandard Food Quality

Indonesia's National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has suspended 47 Nutrition Service Units (SPPG) during Ramadan over unacceptable food quality in its Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme. Violations discovered include mouldy bread, rotten fruit, spoilt meat, and raw eggs across three regional areas, prompting strict enforcement action to protect children's health and the state's credibility. Suspended facilities may resume operations only after meeting all improvement recommendations and passing re-

Pertamax and Dex Series Fuel Prices Rise on 1 March, Here Are the Details

PT Pertamina announced price increases for non-subsidised fuel products effective 1 March 2026 across select Indonesian regions. Pertamax (RON 92) in the Jakarta area rose to Rp12,300 per litre from Rp11,800 per litre, whilst Pertamax Turbo (RON 98) increased to Rp13,100 per litre, with similar hikes for Dexlite and Pertamina Dex variants. Subsidised fuels such as Pertalite and Biosolar remained unchanged.

Global Response to US-Israeli Strikes on Iran: From Russia to Saudi Arabia to China and Indonesia

Multiple nations across the Middle East and the world have expressed concerns regarding potential regional conflict following US and Israeli strikes on Iran on Saturday. Responses have ranged from Russia's warnings about negotiations being a "facade" and calls for civilian protection from European Union and allied nations, to Canada's explicit support for the strikes and China's directive for citizens to evacuate.

University of Indonesia Professor Reveals US Strikes on Iran Driven by Motive to 'Weaken China'

A University of Indonesia Middle East expert, Professor Yon Machmudi, has analysed recent US-Israeli military strikes on Iran, arguing that the US played a far more dominant role compared to previous conflicts. Beyond the immediate Iran-Israel tensions, Professor Yon contends that US actions are strategically motivated by broader geopolitical rivalry with China, including efforts to weaken China's oil-producing allies in the region.

Why Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei Is Constantly Pursued by Israel and the United States

Following reported attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran on 28 February 2026, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader since 1989, has become the subject of intense scrutiny, with Israeli media claiming he may have been killed or wounded, though no official confirmation has been issued. Khamenei holds supreme authority over Iran's military, foreign policy, and strategic affairs, making his position far more powerful than that of Iran's president within the Islamic Republic's hiera

Pertamax and Fuel Prices Rise from 1 March 2026: Price List

PT Pertamina has announced a price adjustment for non-subsidised fuel products effective 1 March 2026, affecting Pertamax, Pertamax Green, Pertamax Turbo, Dexlite, and Pertamina Dex. In the Jakarta and surrounding areas, Pertamax prices increased to Rp 12,300 per litre from Rp 11,800, whilst diesel variants also saw increases of between Rp 950 and Rp 1,000 per litre. Subsidised fuel products including Pertalite and Bio Solar remain unchanged at Rp 10,000 and Rp 6,800 per litre respectively.

Conflict Resolution Offer from Afghanistan to Pakistan

Escalating border clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan have prompted the Taliban-led Afghan government to propose peaceful dialogue for conflict resolution, whilst maintaining that at least 13 Afghan soldiers have been killed and 55 Pakistani soldiers have died in recent skirmishes. Afghanistan claims to have shot down a Pakistani fighter jet in Jalalabad on 28 February, capturing the pilot alive, intensifying the military confrontation between the two nations.

The Story of Giriloyo Grand Mosque and the Tomb of Sultan Agung's Uncle in Imogiri, Bantul

Giriloyo Grand Mosque in Imogiri, Bantul, was built before the royal cemetery complex of the Mataram Sultanate, initially intended as part of Sultan Agung's private burial ground designed by architect Ki Juru Wiro Probo. After Sultan Agung's uncle, Panembahan Juminah, died unexpectedly and was buried there, Sultan Agung chose to establish the main royal cemetery at a different location in Pajimatan, approximately one kilometre away. Today, Giriloyo Grand Mosque continues to serve as a sacred spa

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