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Twelve Prominent Figures Submit Amicus Curiae Brief in Crude Oil Corruption Case

Twelve prominent figures have filed an amicus curiae brief in a Corruption Court case alleging mismanagement of crude oil and refinery products at PT Pertamina during 2018–2023, arguing that corruption must be proven to involve malicious intent. The brief emphasises the importance of the business judgment rule in state enterprise decisions to avoid stifling innovation, particularly given the case's potential impact on President Prabowo's Astacita development goals. The six defendants face charge

Fourth Year of Russia-Ukraine War—UN Urges Immediate Ceasefire

The UN General Assembly has passed a resolution calling for an immediate, comprehensive, and sustainable ceasefire as the Russia-Ukraine war enters its fourth year, with 107 countries voting in favour and 12 against (51 abstaining). The resolution condemns Russian attacks on civilians and critical infrastructure, and calls for prisoner exchanges and repatriation of forcibly displaced persons. However, the United States has drawn strong condemnation from Ukraine by proposing to remove key provisi

KPK Investigates Communications Between Pati DPRD Chairman and Sudewo on Impeachment Issue

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is investigating communications between the Pati Regency DPRD chairman and former Regent Sudewo regarding alleged impeachment plans against regional leadership. The investigation follows Sudewo's arrest in January 2026 on suspicion of corruption involving extortion in village official appointments and bribery related to railway construction projects.

Indonesian Embassy in Belgrade Promotes Increased Serbian Tourism to Indonesia

The Indonesian Embassy in Belgrade actively promoted Indonesia as a tourist destination and strengthened tourism business cooperation with Serbia at the 47th International Tourism Fair (19-22 February 2026), successfully selling hundreds of tour packages through partnerships with Serbian travel agencies. The embassy facilitated business commitments between Serbian and Indonesian tourism companies, including employment agreements for Indonesian workers in Serbian hospitality sectors. Data shows S

Prabowo Greets Indonesian Students in Amman, Hears Their Hopes

President Prabowo met with Indonesian students in Amman during his official visit to Jordan, where they expressed hopes for greater government support and improved conditions for the diaspora. The students, primarily studying at the University of Jordan, conveyed their aspirations to bring knowledge and enthusiasm back to Indonesia. The presidential visit includes bilateral meetings with King Abdullah II and senior ministers from energy, foreign affairs, and the cabinet.

UK warns of rising costs as US raises tariff to 15 per cent

British business groups have warned that a new 15 per cent US tariff on imports could cost UK exporters between £2 billion and £3 billion annually, affecting some 40,000 companies. The tariff, implemented under Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act following a Supreme Court ruling, will erode profit margins and competitiveness for British goods in an already uncertain global trading environment. The ruling has also created political uncertainty regarding the tariff's congressional approval and poten

PANRB Minister Assures Public Services Amid Civil Servant Reserve Component Training

Indonesia's Minister of State Apparatus and Bureaucratic Reform has assured the public that services will continue uninterrupted as 4,000 young civil servants from Jakarta undergo mandatory reserve military training beginning April 2026. The government will manage participation through quotas and advance preparation, ensuring adequate staffing remains in place and preventing abrupt service disruptions. The initiative represents coordination between civilian and defence sectors to build reserve m

PANRB Minister: Not All Civil Servants Can Become Military Reserve Components

Indonesia's State Apparatus Minister has clarified that not all civil servants can become reserve components (Komcad) of the military, as participation is subject to legal requirements and quotas set by the Ministry of Defence. Prospective members must meet specific criteria and complete 30–45 days of training, though the government has actively encouraged such participation through a 2021 circular letter. Approximately 4,000 civil servants from Jakarta, aged 18–35, are expected to undergo basic

Circumnavigating Africa, KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321 Docks in Nigeria

Indonesia's newly completed frigate, KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321, has docked in Lagos, Nigeria, during its maiden voyage from Italy, marking a significant modernisation of the nation's naval capabilities. The Italian-built vessel, welcomed by the Indonesian Ambassador, represents Indonesia's commitment to maritime security and sovereignty through modern military assets. Following stops in Cape Town and other ports, the frigate is expected to arrive in Indonesia in early April 2026.

KPK Interrogates Acting Regent of Pati Over Campaign Team Composition During Regional Elections

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has questioned the acting Regent of Pati, Risma Ardhi Chandra, regarding the campaign team composition during the 2024 Regional Elections in which she ran with incumbent Regent Sudewo. The investigation forms part of a broader probe into alleged extortion and bribery within the Pati Regency Government, including allegations related to village official appointments and railway construction contracts involving the Ministry of Transportation.

Clean water restored to 1,500 homes in North Aceh following recent floods

Following severe floods in North Aceh, the Ministry of Public Works has swiftly restored clean water services to 1,500 of 3,600 affected homes. Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo announced plans to add a new 50-litre-per-second installation to the regional Drinking Water Supply System, expected to be completed by year-end. The expansion represents the government's commitment to comprehensive post-flood infrastructure recovery in the region.

Public Works Minister: 44 temporary housing blocks in North Aceh to be completed before Eid

Indonesia's Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo announced that 44 temporary housing units in North Aceh Regency will be completed ahead of Eid al-Fitr 2026. During an inspection of construction in Rumoh Rayeuk Village, the Minister confirmed that five blocks housing 60 families are already occupied, whilst nine additional blocks remain under construction. The project demonstrates government efforts to provide rapid housing solutions for affected communities in the region.

Public Works Fast-Tracks Bireuen Dam Repairs to Restore 6,500 Hectares of Rice Fields

The Ministry of Public Works is expediting repairs to the Pante Lhong irrigation dam in Bireuen, Aceh, which was damaged by November 2025 floods and has rendered 6,500 hectares of rice fields unproductive. Minister Dody Hanggodo announced on 24 February that repairs are expected to be completed by early March 2026. The infrastructure project is essential to restoring agricultural output in the region and supporting local farming communities.

Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah Urges Greater Saudi Visits to Indonesia

Indonesia's Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah has called for increased visits from Saudi Arabian citizens to Indonesia, emphasising the country's strategic bilateral partnership and noting record numbers of Indonesian pilgrims undertaking Hajj and Umrah. With 2.6 million Umrah pilgrims and 221,000 Hajj pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia this year, the minister stressed the importance of reciprocal tourism between the two nations. The Saudi Ambassador affirmed the deepening diplomatic relationsh

Sentencing Hearing for Nine Defendants in Crude Oil Corruption Case Set for Thursday, 26 February

Nine defendants, including senior officials from state oil company PT Pertamina and private sector operators, face sentencing on 26 February 2026 in a major crude oil corruption case at Jakarta's Central Corruption Court. The alleged fraud, involving crude oil management, fuel imports, and illegal diesel sales, has resulted in state losses estimated at IDR 285 trillion. The verdict represents the final stage in a complex case implicating multiple directors, commissioners, and beneficial owners a

Psychologist highlights unconscious 'oversharing' behaviour on social media

A psychologist has cautioned against unconscious oversharing on social media, attributing the behaviour to intense emotional states that trigger impulsive posting without consideration of consequences. The expert identified key manifestations of oversharing, including disclosure of excessively personal content, sharing others' stories without permission, and posting whilst experiencing heightened emotional intensity. To mitigate this behaviour, the psychologist recommends employing a "pause" tec

The Spirit of Ramadan: Baznas Channels Assistance and Financial Literacy to Orphans

During Ramadan 1447 Hijri, Indonesia's National Zakat Agency (Baznas) has partnered with local governments and financial institutions to support vulnerable groups, with Pacitan distributing aid totalling over Rp259 million to 1,000 orphans and Malang launching financial literacy programmes. The initiatives reflect broader institutional efforts to strengthen financial inclusion and social welfare, particularly targeting orphans and underprivileged children through education on basic financial man

Three Former Belawan Port Authority Heads Detained in Corruption Probe

The North Sumatra Prosecutor's Office has detained three former heads of Belawan Port Authority as suspects in a corruption case involving non-tax state revenue (PNBP) from port services during 2023–2024. Investigators allege the officials failed to properly reconcile mandatory pilotage and towing service revenues, causing alleged state financial losses totalling billions of rupiah. The suspects face charges under Indonesia's anti-corruption law and the criminal code.

Regional Council Demands Stricter Post-Study Monitoring of Overseas LPDP Scholarship Recipients

Indonesia's Regional Representative Council (DPD) has called for tighter post-study oversight of LPDP scholarship recipients studying abroad, prompted by cases of recipients failing to fulfil mandatory service obligations. The LPDP director general confirmed that 44 recipients have been sanctioned, with eight ordered to return funds and 36 under investigation, exposing enforcement gaps in the 2N+1 service scheme requiring recipients to work in Indonesia for twice their study period plus one year

Tragic Death of Woman in Malang Reveals Murder by Boyfriend Over Motorcycle Repairs

Police in Malang have identified a 17-year-old woman found murdered in the Kedung Winong River as having been killed by her boyfriend of three months. The crime stemmed from a dispute over the cost of repairing the victim's motorcycle during a joint trip that escalated into strangulation and the concealment of the body. The perpetrator, identified as a daily wage worker, was apprehended following the police investigation.

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