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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, 18:17 WIB
Governor Pramono and Anies Attend Cap Go Meh Celebration in Glodok, West Jakarta
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung attended the Cap Go Meh celebration at Pancoran Chinatown in Glodok, West Jakarta, alongside senior military and government officials, including Deputy Minister for Women Empowerment and Child Protection Veronika Tan and former Governor Anies Baswedan. Pramono highlighted the importance of maintaining harmony and diversity in Jakarta, praised the Chinese community's contributions to the city's development, and noted the government's historical role in permitting Lunar New Year celebrations following President Abdurrahman Wahid's repeal of the prohibition in 1999. The event featured traditional performances including lion dances and ondel-ondel, reflecting Jakarta's peaceful religious and cultural coexistence.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:15 WIB
DJKI: LMKN's Disclosure on Unclaimed Royalties is Now Clear
The Director of Law Enforcement at the Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DJKI) has commended the National Collective Management Body (LMKN) for improved transparency regarding unclaimed royalties, noting this public disclosure represents a significant step forward not previously undertaken. The DJKI will continue monitoring royalty distribution practices and conducting financial audits to ensure proper governance and compliance with intellectual property regulations.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:15 WIB
Indonesian Stock Exchange Officially Discloses Shareholders with Over 1% Ownership
The Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI) and Indonesia Securities Depositary (KSEI) have formally released information on shareholdings exceeding 1% in listed companies, with data to be published monthly on the BEI website. The move is part of broader reforms to enhance transparency and corporate governance in Indonesia's capital market, enabling investors to make more informed investment decisions and strengthening market confidence.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:15 WIB
Disaster Recovery Task Force Completes 11,189 Temporary Shelters, West Sumatra Reaches Zero Tent Refugees
Indonesia's Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Task Force (Satgas PRR) has completed 11,189 temporary shelter units as of 1 March 2026, providing housing for thousands of families displaced by severe flooding in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. West Sumatra has notably achieved zero tent refugees, with all 731 completed units housing displaced residents, demonstrating the effectiveness of the coordinated multi-sectoral recovery effort led by 30 government agencies and supported by military and NGO contributions. The rapid progress—with 691 units completed in just two days—indicates the task force remains on track to meet its goal of 18,253 total shelters before Eid al-Fitr.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:15 WIB
US Embassy in Saudi Arabia Hit by Iranian Drones
Two Iranian drones struck the US Embassy complex in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, early on 3 March 2026, triggering explosions and a fire in the diplomatic quarter. The Saudi Defence Ministry confirmed the attack caused limited fire damage and minor structural harm, with no reported casualties as the building was empty at the time. The US Mission subsequently issued shelter-in-place orders for all personnel across Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dhahran, and restricted non-essential travel to military installations in the region.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:15 WIB
Hormuz Strait Closure: Minister Amran Addresses Urea Fertiliser Outlook
Following Iran's closure of the Hormuz Strait amid escalating geopolitical tensions with Israel and the United States, Indonesia's Agriculture Minister Amran Sulaiman has assured the nation that domestic urea fertiliser supplies remain secure and uninterrupted. Whilst acknowledging potential upward pressure on global fertiliser prices, the government states that adequate stockpiles and diversified import sources from Canada, China, and Russia provide sufficient protection against supply disruptions. Imports during January-February 2026 notably increased by 40% compared to the previous period, demonstrating advance preparation ahead of the conflict escalation.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:15 WIB
Strengthening Governance to Sustain Growth, Bank Jakarta Reinforces Risk Management
Bank Jakarta has prioritised strengthening corporate governance and risk management as central to its transformation agenda, emphasising prudential banking discipline and internal audit functions. The bank's efforts have been recognised nationally with awards for enterprise risk management excellence and its CFO's leadership in maintaining financial health and driving sustainable growth.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:13 WIB
OJK monitors potential short-term capital outflow risks amid US-Iran conflict
Indonesia's Financial Services Authority (OJK) is closely monitoring potential capital outflows in the short term stemming from escalating geopolitical tensions between Iran, the United States, and Israel. Despite stable Indonesian economic fundamentals, the OJK has emphasised the need for heightened vigilance against global volatility and sentiments, noting that the Indonesian composite stock index (IHSG) fell 0.96 per cent on Tuesday as regional uncertainty increased.
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, 18:11 WIB
Saudi Arabia Condemns Iranian Attack on US Embassy: "Cowardly"
Saudi Arabia's Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned an Iranian drone attack on the US Embassy in Riyadh, characterising the assault as "cowardly and unjustified". The attack, which caused limited fires and minor material damage to the embassy building, is part of Iran's broader retaliatory campaign in the Gulf region following US and Israeli strikes on Iranian military facilities on 28 February that killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 18:10 WIB
Megawati Sends Condolence Letter to Iranian Government over Khamenei's Death
Former Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri has sent a condolence letter to the Iranian government following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In the letter, Megawati expressed sympathy and solidarity with Iran, described Khamenei as a scholar and statesman consistent in his struggle against imperialism, and reaffirmed Indonesia's principled stance against unilateral military aggression, calling instead for conflict resolution through dialogue and negotiation in accordance with international law.
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, 18:10 WIB
Chicken and Egg Prices Remain Elevated; BPS Issues Warning
Chicken and egg prices in Indonesia continue to exceed government price guidelines ahead of Ramadan, with national broiler chicken prices rising above the Reference Sales Price (HAP) of Rp41,013 per kilogramme and affecting 209 districts. The Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) has warned of serious pressure on animal protein commodities, with some regions experiencing sharp increases of up to 46% above reference prices. The agency urges rapid measures to strengthen supply and distribution networks to prevent price volatility during the approaching Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr festivities.
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, 18:09 WIB
IDX Opens Public Access to Shareholding Data for Stakes Above 1 Per Cent
PT Bursa Efek Indonesia (IDX) has announced progress on four proposals submitted to global index providers MSCI and FTSE Russell, including public disclosure of shareholders holding stakes above 1 per cent. Data on major shareholders is now accessible to the public through the IDX official website, provided by PT Kustodian Sentral Efek Indonesia (KSEI). The exchange is also advancing reforms to increase free float thresholds from 7.5 per cent to 15 per cent and develop a shareholders concentration list, with regulatory approvals from the Financial Services Authority (OJK) being sought.
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.
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