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Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 11:56 WIB
Yesterday in politics: Prabowo in the US, DPR on Sumatran aid
A roundup of key political developments includes President Prabowo Subianto's working visit to the United States focused on economic cooperation, and parliamentary coordination on disaster relief for Sumatra. The House of Representatives and government agreed to streamline emergency funding exceeding Rp4.3 trillion for hydrometeorological disaster response, whilst displacement figures across three provinces dropped dramatically from over two million to roughly 13,000.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 11:34 WIB
Jokowi's Aide Responds to Former President's Solo Home Being Dubbed "Solo's Wailing Wall"
Former President Joko Widodo's private residence in Solo went viral after it appeared on Google Maps under the name "Tembok Ratapan Solo" (Solo's Wailing Wall), prompting visitors to flock to the site for photographs. Jokowi's aide confirmed awareness of the incident but said there would be no additional security measures, urging the public to respect the property as a private residence rather than a landmark.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 09:58 WIB
Children affected by Central Aceh disaster receive psychological support
Children displaced by the November 2025 Sumatran floods in Central Aceh have been receiving psychological counselling through a programme run by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology in partnership with Teuku Umar University. The three-month disaster school programme has provided trauma healing for 90 children and toddlers in Toweren village, most of whom have now returned to their homes after sheltering at emergency posts.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 09:55 WIB
Transport Minister: Ministry of Transport's 2026 Budget Prioritises Infrastructure and Safety
Indonesia's Ministry of Transport has been allocated Rp28.48 trillion for 2026, with safety, connectivity, and national strategic programmes as key priorities. After Rp1.35 trillion was ring-fenced for President Prabowo Subianto's directives, the effective working budget stands at Rp27.13 trillion, covering maritime, rail, aviation, and road transport as well as post-disaster reconstruction and economic stimulus measures.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 09:13 WIB
House Commission V Pushes Sea Bus Transport to Tackle Bali's Traffic Congestion
The chairman of the House of Representatives' Commission V has urged the development of sea bus services as a near-term solution to Bali's worsening traffic congestion, driven by booming tourism on the island. Speaking during a working meeting with the Transport Minister, Lasarus argued that optimising existing ports for passenger ferry routes would be faster and more realistic than waiting for major infrastructure projects such as new railways, toll roads, or the proposed northern airport.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 09:04 WIB
Three defendants in corruption obstruction case face 8–10 years' imprisonment demands
Prosecutors have demanded prison sentences of 8 to 10 years for three defendants accused of obstructing law enforcement in three major corruption cases involving tin commodity management, crude palm oil exports, and sugar imports. The defendants — a former TV crew member, a buzzer team leader, and a lawyer — allegedly orchestrated negative public opinion campaigns through social media to influence the handling of the cases being investigated by the Attorney General's Office.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 08:20 WIB
Three defendants in CPO bribery and money laundering case face 9 to 17 years' imprisonment
Prosecutors have demanded prison sentences ranging from 9 to 17 years for three defendants charged with bribing judges to secure an acquittal in a crude palm oil export corruption case, alongside money laundering totalling Rp52.5 billion. The case, involving lawyers and a Wilmar Group executive, exposed a scheme to manipulate judicial outcomes through Rp40 billion in bribes, with prosecutors also seeking the dismissal of two defendants from the legal profession and the termination of one from a
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 08:02 WIB
Bawaslu and Ministry of Religious Affairs in Central Jakarta Sign MoU to Boost Electoral Literacy
The Central Jakarta Election Supervisory Body (Bawaslu) and the local Ministry of Religious Affairs office have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance electoral literacy, promote participatory oversight in educational institutions and places of worship, and strengthen civil servant neutrality commitments. The agreement reflects a cross-sector collaboration aimed at safeguarding democratic integrity ahead of elections, with particular emphasis on keeping houses of worship free from pract
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 07:54 WIB
Parliament and Government Agree to Redirect Disaster Emergency Funds from Other Budget Lines
Indonesia's parliament and government have agreed to temporarily redirect disaster emergency response funds from other budget allocations for Sumatra's recovery, as approval from the National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas) has yet to be issued. Deputy Speaker of the House Sufmi Dasco highlighted the need to expedite bureaucratic procedures for disbursing emergency funds so the Ministry of Public Works can carry out post-disaster reconstruction more efficiently.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 07:43 WIB
Hundreds of Malaysian Muslims Perform First Tarawih Prayers at Kuala Lumpur's National Mosque
Hundreds of Muslims in Kuala Lumpur gathered at Malaysia's National Mosque for the first Tarawih prayers of Ramadan 1447 Hijriah on 18 February 2026. The 20-rakaat prayers were led by Imam Ahmad Mujahid bin Salleh Sani, with congregants praising the mosque's strategic location, comfortable facilities, and capacity to accommodate up to 15,000 worshippers.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 05:39 WIB
Prasetyo Hadi Claims Prabowo and Trump Enjoy Good Relations
State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi has expressed confidence that the strong personal relationship between President Prabowo Subianto and US President Donald Trump could lead to more favourable trade tariff terms for Indonesia ahead of their bilateral meeting in Washington. The two leaders are scheduled to sign a trade tariff agreement, with the proposed import tariff on Indonesian goods to the US currently set at 19 per cent, though Prasetyo suggested the figure could be lowered through dipl
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 05:02 WIB
Server Room at Istiqlal Mosque Catches Fire During Tarawih Prayers
A server room at Jakarta's Istiqlal Mosque caught fire on Wednesday evening, 18 February 2026, with the blaze suspected to have originated from an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) unit beneath an electrical panel. Firefighters extinguished the flames within five minutes, and the incident did not disrupt tarawih prayers taking place on the floor above, with no casualties reported.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 04:41 WIB
Expansion of Broadcasting Law Risks Hampering Digital Economy and Global Competitiveness of Indonesia's Creative Industry
Indonesia's House of Representatives is deliberating revisions to the Broadcasting Law that would extend regulatory oversight to internet and digital platforms, raising serious concerns about the impact on the country's rapidly growing digital creative economy valued at Rp 1,000 trillion. Industry stakeholders and researchers warn that applying traditional broadcasting controls to the digital sphere could increase compliance costs, deter international investment, and undermine Indonesia's ambiti
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 04:27 WIB
Civil Coalition: Police Brutality Caused August Demonstrations to Turn Violent
A fact-finding commission has concluded that the August 2025 protest riots were triggered not by demonstrators but by police brutality, specifically the killing of ride-hailing driver Affan Kurniawan by a Brimob tactical vehicle. The commission's report, described as documenting "the largest silencing operation against young people since Reformasi," found that protests spread from 28 to 76 cities within days of the killing, and called on the state for its failure to respond swiftly to the loss o
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 04:04 WIB
Customs and Police Dismantle Methamphetamine Laboratory in Sunter, North Jakarta
Indonesian Customs (Bea Cukai) and the National Police Criminal Investigation Division raided a methamphetamine production laboratory in the densely populated Sunter area of North Jakarta, seizing 13 kilogrammes of crystal methamphetamine and arresting two Iranian nationals. The operation, conducted between 13-15 February 2026, began after customs officers detected blue crystals hidden in the walls of a leather crate shipped from Iran, revealing an international narcotics network engaged in both
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 04:02 WIB
Majority of Traditional Markets in Disaster-Affected Areas Resume Operations
Trade Minister Budi Santoso reported that 91.75 per cent of traditional markets affected by natural disasters in West Sumatra, North Sumatra, and Aceh have resumed operations as of mid-February 2026. Of the 194 affected markets, 178 are now operational, whilst 96 per cent of retail outlets have also reopened, with the government targeting full recovery by end of February. The Ministry of Trade is coordinating with BNPB, regional governments, and state food agencies to accelerate infrastructure r
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 04:00 WIB
Check the List of OJK Chief Candidates — Purbaya: We're Waiting for More Qualified People
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has expressed dissatisfaction with the current pool of candidates for the Financial Services Authority (OJK) Board of Commissioners, stating that most registrants so far are not top-tier figures. The selection process, open until 2 March 2026, seeks to fill three senior positions including the Chair of the Board of Commissioners, with candidates required to have at least 10 years of experience in the financial services sector.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 04:00 WIB
Forest Zone Task Force Seizes 1,583 Hectares of PT Sukses Jaya Wood Land in West Sumatra — Reasons Behind Licence Revocation
Indonesia's Forest Zone Enforcement Task Force (Satgas PKH) has reclaimed 1,583 hectares from PT Sukses Jaya Wood in West Sumatra after the company's licence was revoked for failing to manage at least 30 per cent of its concession area, allowing encroachment by unauthorised parties. The seizure is part of a broader crackdown on 28 companies found to have violated forest utilisation regulations, with the reclaimed land to be returned to the state for reallocation under Ministry of Forestry and Mi
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 04:00 WIB
Bank Indonesia Projected to Hold Interest Rate at 4.75 Per Cent; Analyst Says Market Will Respond Positively, But...
Bank Indonesia is widely expected to hold its benchmark interest rate steady at 4.75 per cent following five cuts in 2025, a move analysts say will provide liquidity certainty and support the rupiah. The Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG) rose 1.19 per cent to 8,310.23 amid improving global sentiment and expectations of domestic macroeconomic stability, though market observers caution the rate hold will have only short-term sentiment effects rather than shifting broader trends.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026, 03:59 WIB
BMKG Predicts Extreme Weather to Hit North Sulawesi Until 22 February
Indonesia's Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has warned that extreme weather conditions are expected to affect districts and cities across North Sulawesi until 22 February 2026. Multiple atmospheric phenomena, including the Madden-Julian Oscillation, Kelvin waves and a low-pressure system east of Australia, are contributing to heavy rainfall, lightning and strong winds across the province's 15 districts and cities.
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