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Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 13:00 WIB
Statistics Bureau Plans 2026 Economic Census Targeting Over 42 Million Business Units
Indonesia's Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) is launching the 2026 Economic Census, the fifth such census and its most challenging, targeting over 42 million business units across 38 provinces and 514 regencies/cities. The census will employ digital technology and strengthened inter-ministry collaboration, excluding agriculture, government administration, and household self-consumption activities. BPS has acknowledged the inherent difficulty of engaging business actors as primary respondents a
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 13:00 WIB
Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Urges Enforcement of Child Protection Policies
Following the death of a 14-year-old boy killed by a Brimob (police mobile brigade) officer in Tual, South Maluku, Indonesia's Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection is urging all institutions to strictly enforce child protection policies and safety procedures. Minister Arifatul Choiri Fauzi called for comprehensive evaluation of security protocols, strengthened cross-sectoral coordination with victim protection agencies, and sustained support for trauma victims to prevent similar
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:52 WIB
Constitutional Law Professor Urges House of Representatives to Reject Indonesia-US Trade Agreement
Constitutional law professor Denny Indrayana has called upon the House of Representatives to reject the Indonesia-US trade agreement signed on 19 February 2026, arguing that it constitutes unequal reciprocity with Indonesia bound by 214 obligations whilst the United States faces only 9. Indrayana contends that the accord amounts to "commercial colonisation" and violates constitutional requirements for parliamentary approval, asserting that the agreement remains non-binding and can still be rejec
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:51 WIB
Anti-Corruption Commission Summons Former Pati Officials in Sudewo Investigation
Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission has summoned the former Deputy Regent and former Chairman of the Pati Regency legislative council as witnesses in an alleged extortion case involving inactive Regent Sudewo. The KPK also called members of Sudewo's 2024 election campaign team, former council members, and seven village heads for questioning. The investigation follows a red-handed arrest operation conducted in January 2026.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:51 WIB
North Jakarta Teenager Kills Brother with Hammer Blows
A 16-year-old has been arrested in North Jakarta for fatally assaulting his older brother, aged 21–22, with a hammer in what police suspect was a crime motivated by family discord and sibling jealousy over parental attention. Investigators believe economic stress from parental separation and the victim receiving more parental focus contributed to the attack. The victim's body is undergoing autopsy as authorities continue their criminal investigation.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:50 WIB
Mount Semeru Eruption Threatens Lahar Floods
Mount Semeru in East Java erupted on 25 February, producing ash columns reaching 400–600 metres above the summit, according to Indonesia's Centre for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation. Authorities have warned residents of increased lahar (volcanic mudflow) risk, exacerbated by persistent heavy rainfall in the Lumajang district. The ongoing volcanic activity poses significant hazards to surrounding communities.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:50 WIB
Culture Minister Receives Founder of Papua Museum in Germany, Strengthens Cultural Diplomacy
Indonesia's Culture Minister Fadli Zon met with German cultural enthusiast Werner Weiglein to reinforce the country's cultural diplomacy network and international cultural promotion efforts. Weiglein, who has championed and documented Indonesian cultural artefacts throughout Europe since the 1970s, has undertaken multiple expeditions to Indonesian regions including Papua and Sulawesi. The meeting underscores the government's strategy of leveraging culture as a nation's soft power tool at the glo
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:50 WIB
KPK Summons Kemnaker Secretary-General as Witness in K3 Certification Extortion Case
The Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is examining the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Manpower, Cris Kuntadi, as a witness in an alleged extortion case involving occupational safety certification (K3) processing. The investigation concerns the manipulation of K3 certification fees, which are alleged to have been inflated from Rp 275,000 to Rp 6 million since 2019, with irregular payments flowing to multiple parties. The KPK is conducting simultaneous examinations of four i
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:49 WIB
National Police Responds to Demonstrations Over Brimob Officer's Fatal Assault on Student, Ready to Conduct Evaluation
Indonesia's National Police (Polri) has responded to public demonstrations triggered by a Mobile Brigade (Brimob) officer's fatal assault on a 14-year-old student in Tual, pledging an open evaluation and firm commitment to disciplinary action. An ethics hearing has already imposed dismissal without honour on the officer responsible, with Polri's leadership emphasising the institution's dedication to strict accountability and public oversight. Polri positioned its openness to criticism and public
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:48 WIB
Palembang Couple Confess to Selling Three-Day-Old Baby for Rp52 Million Amid Financial Hardship
A couple in Palembang, South Sumatra, have been arrested for selling their three-day-old daughter for Rp52 million, confessing they could not afford to support their children or pay for their education. The infant's father has been detained whilst the mother remains a witness and continues to care for the newborn, with police attributing the crime to severe economic distress and pledging further investigation into what may be a broader trafficking operation.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:46 WIB
Agriculture Minister Vows Budget Reallocation for Regions Failing to Seriously Expand Rice Fields
Indonesia's Minister of Agriculture Andi Amran Sulaiman has pledged to reallocate agricultural budgets—amounting to tens of trillions of rupiah—away from regional governments not seriously implementing rice field expansion programmes. He stated that underperforming regions will have their budgets reduced to zero, whilst assistance will be prioritised to high-achieving regions until they demonstrate improvement. This measure is part of the government's strategy to strengthen national food product
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:45 WIB
BPOM Head Urges Takjil Vendors to Sell Safe Food
The Head of Indonesia's National Agency of Drug and Food Control (BPOM) has urged food vendors, particularly those selling takjil (Ramadan snacks), to ensure their products meet safety standards and avoid harmful additives. The agency emphasises that consumers should verify that purchased foods do not contain unauthorised chemicals, preservatives, or artificial colourings, and highlights the risks of using non-food-grade colour additives. BPOM is intensifying monitoring of food safety across Ind
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:43 WIB
Batam District Court Targets Verdict in 2-Tonne Methamphetamine Crew Case Next Week
The Batam District Court in Riau Islands is committed to delivering its verdict next week in the significant drug smuggling case involving six crew members of the SeaDragon ship, who were carrying nearly 2 tonnes of methamphetamine. The court must complete proceedings before the defendants' detention period expires on 12 March 2026. Multiple hearing stages have been conducted in rapid succession, with the court panel emphasising the need for continuous trials to meet the deadline.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:41 WIB
National Police Confirms Criminal Investigation Into Bripda MS Continues
The National Police has confirmed that the criminal investigation into Bripda MS, a Mobile Brigade member suspected of assaulting a student in Tual, Maluku, remains ongoing. The completed case file was submitted to the Taal Public Prosecutor's Office on 24 February 2026, with the suspect facing potential charges under child protection laws. The investigation carries serious implications, with a maximum sentence of 15 years' imprisonment and fines reaching IDR 3 billion under the relevant crimina
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:40 WIB
Indonesian Navy Must Prepare 500 Sailors for Garibaldi Aircraft Carrier Operations
The Indonesian Navy must recruit and train approximately 500 sailors to crew the Giuseppe Garibaldi aircraft carrier, with actual numbers potentially exceeding this figure when including non-core personnel such as support staff. Beyond personnel readiness, the Navy faces substantial infrastructure challenges, requiring development of docking facilities, technical support systems, and logistical frameworks to sustain extended operations of the vessel. This capability expansion marks a critical ph
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:40 WIB
Public Works Minister pursues rapid clean water solution for Aceh Tamiang temporary housing
Indonesia's Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo has pledged to resolve clean water shortages affecting residents in temporary housing (Huntara) in Aceh Tamiang by expediting water supply infrastructure repairs and new installations. The ministry is constructing a new Drinking Water Supply System (SPAM) network with a 100-litre-per-second capacity, targeting completion within two to three months. The project will serve the temporary housing settlement and surrounding areas, addressing critical in
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:32 WIB
Police pursue four Indonesians suspected of smuggling foreign nationals to Australia
Indonesian police in East Nusa Tenggara are conducting a manhunt for four citizens accused of smuggling seven foreign nationals (four Chinese and three Uzbek nationals) who were attempting to reach Australia. The suspects fled into the forest when authorities discovered the stranded speedboat on Rote Ndao beach on Tuesday, 24 February. Authorities have called on the public to assist in locating the four individuals.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:31 WIB
National Food Agency emphasises fish protein's role in food diversification strategy
The National Food Agency (Bapanas) has stressed the importance of fish protein in strengthening national food security and improving population nutrition through sustainable fisheries production and diversified food strategies. The agency views strengthening fisheries production in key areas like Gresik, East Java, as essential to maintaining stable protein supplies and supporting the government's food diversification initiative based on local resources.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:31 WIB
Third Batch of Specialist Doctor Programme to Accelerate Regional Medical Professional Distribution
Indonesia's Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin announced that the third batch of the Specialist Doctor Education Programme at teaching hospitals, comprising 58 doctors from various regions, will accelerate the equitable distribution of medical specialists across Indonesia's districts and cities. The government is installing modern medical facilities in 514 districts and cities by 2027 and created the hospital-based education initiative to ensure access to specialist training regardless of famil
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 12:30 WIB
Women's Empowerment Minister Praises Sidakarya Cooperative for Supporting Women-Led SMEs
Indonesia's Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Minister Arifah Fauzi has commended the Merah Putih Sidakarya Village Cooperative for its role in empowering women entrepreneurs, noting that the cooperative has attracted approximately 505 members—around 65 per cent of them female—since its launch in August 2025. The cooperative provides affordable financing and business training to small-business owners from various sectors, offering a crucial alternative to predatory lending and supporting
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