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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, 18:12 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, 18:09 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, 18:04 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
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, 18:01 WIB
Xiaomi Officially Introduces 4 New AIoT Devices in Indonesia
Xiaomi Indonesia has officially launched four new AIoT ecosystem products: the Xiaomi Watch 5, UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank 5000 15W, Xiaomi Tag, and Redmi Buds 8 Pro. The devices feature premium design, reliable performance, and seamless connectivity, designed to address consumer needs in modern lifestyles. The product line includes advanced features such as Wear OS 6 integration, ultra-thin magnetic charging technology, cross-platform device tracking, and high-quality audio with Dolby support.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:00 WIB
Strait of Hormuz Closure: Bahlil Redirects Middle Eastern Oil Imports to the United States
Indonesia's Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia announced that the government is redirecting 25 percent of crude oil imports from the Middle East to the United States as a mitigation measure against the Israel-US-Iran conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which handles approximately 20.1 million barrels per day globally. The redirection forms part of Indonesia's reciprocal trade agreement with the United States, with Indonesia committing to purchase USD 15 billion in energy products. Minister Bahlil cautioned that the duration of Middle Eastern tensions cannot be predicted and could last anywhere from five days to several weeks or longer.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 17:59 WIB
vOffice and DJP Jakarta Selatan I Strengthen Coretax Education Ahead of 2025 Corporate Tax Return Filing
vOffice has partnered with the South Jakarta Regional Office of the Directorate General of Taxes to conduct educational sessions on the Coretax system ahead of the January-March 2026 corporate tax return filing period for fiscal year 2025. The initiative addresses widespread challenges faced by businesses, particularly micro, small and medium enterprises, in adapting to the new digital tax system, with vOffice also providing comprehensive tax consultation and compliance services to support the transition.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 17:56 WIB
Global Oil Prices Surge – What About Indonesia's Fuel Prices? Here's What Bahlil Says
As global crude oil prices surge due to escalating conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States—with Iran threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz and target oil infrastructure—Indonesia's Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia assured that subsidised fuel prices (Pertalite and subsidised diesel) will remain unchanged unless the government announces new policy. Non-subsidised fuels will continue to adjust according to market mechanisms under existing regulations, as global crude prices have risen nearly 10% for Brent crude and over 8% for WTI in recent trading sessions.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 17:53 WIB
Airlangga: Religious Holiday Bonus for Two-Wheeler Ojol Drivers 150,000 Rupiah, Four-Wheeler 200,000 Rupiah
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto announced that approximately one million online ride-hailing and courier drivers will receive religious holiday bonuses (BHR) ahead of Eid 2026, with two-wheeler drivers averaging 150,000 rupiah and four-wheeler drivers receiving up to 200,000 rupiah. Eight app-based transportation companies have allocated approximately 220 billion rupiah for the bonuses this year—double the previous year's allocation—covering between 850,000 and nearly one million beneficiaries. The government hopes the expanded programme will strengthen purchasing power among gig workers and boost consumption during the Eid season.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 17:53 WIB
Beach Managers in Bantul Request Removal of Rp15,000 Through-Tariff
Beach managers in Bantul's southern coastal area have proposed reducing the tourism tariff from Rp15,000 to Rp5,000 per beach destination to boost visitor numbers during the slow Ramadan season. The proposal also suggests returning revenue directly to individual beach managers and relocating tariff collection points to main entrances only. Bantul Regent has expressed openness to the suggestions but wants further discussion with all stakeholders before implementation, potentially after the Eid holiday period.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 17:52 WIB
Sentenced to 14 Years' Imprisonment, Marcella Santoso Never Sought Freedom from the Outset, but Protected her Client
Advocate Marcella Santoso was sentenced to 14 years' imprisonment with a fine of IDR 600 million by the Anti-Corruption Court in Jakarta on charges of bribery to judges in connection with a case involving three crude palm oil corporations. The panel of judges found that Santoso deliberately attempted to obscure facts to protect her clients—Wilmar Group, Musim Mas Group, and Permata Hijau Group—from legal proceedings, contrary to her claim of being pressured by investigators.
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