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Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 00:26 WIB
Communications Minister: Government Regulation on Child Protection in Digital Systems to Take Effect from March 2026
Indonesia's Communications and Digital Minister Meutya Hafid announced that Government Regulation Number 17 of 2025 on Child Protection in Electronic Systems Management (PP Tunas) will take effect in March 2026, following finalisation of implementing regulations. The minister emphasised that digital platform providers must prepare to comply with the regulation and rejected concerns from industry stakeholders that child protection measures would hinder digital innovation and economic growth, citi
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 00:26 WIB
Prabowo Expands Strategic Education Programmes Through Sekolah Rakyat
President Prabowo Subianto is expanding strategic education initiatives by introducing Sekolah Rakyat (People's Schools) as an addition to existing programmes such as the Kartu Indonesia Pintar card scheme. The Sekolah Rakyat initiative targets children unable to access formal education, providing free schooling alongside accommodation, nutrition, and healthcare support, having reached 16,000–22,000 students across 166 schools in the past year with plans to establish 100 additional schools this
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 00:10 WIB
Salary Cut to Rp223,000 per Month, Moving Response from Casual Teacher Continues to Teach
Agusthinus Nitbani, a casual teacher in East Nusa Tenggara who has served for 24 years at Batu Esa Primary School, has become a viral social media figure after his salary was slashed to Rp223,000 per month in July 2025 due to budget efficiency measures. Despite earning an inadequate wage that barely supports his family of four and having to supplement his income through farming and informal transport arrangements, Nitbani remains committed to his teaching position. His perseverance in the face o
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 00:03 WIB
Sayu Bella Returns to Podium at MTB Asia with Gold in India
Indonesian mountain biker Sayu Bella Sukma Dewi claimed gold at the Asian Mountain Bike Series UCC India-1 event in the women's Cross Country Olympic (XCO) Elite category on 26–28 February 2026, cementing her position as one of Asia's top cyclists. The Indonesian Cycling Federation reported that Indonesia's team collected one gold, two silver, and two bronze medals in total, demonstrating the nation's continued competitive strength at the Asian level.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:59 WIB
Fajar/Fikri and Ben/Sean Praise Each Other Ahead of All England 2026
Indonesian men's doubles pair Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Rikri received praise from hosts Ben Lane and Sean Vendy following two days of joint training at the National Badminton Centre in Milton Keynes, as both pairs prepare for the All England Super 1000 tournament in Birmingham in early March. Ben and Sean highlighted the Indonesian duo's recent success and world ranking, whilst both pairs expressed enthusiasm about the value of training against different opponents in preparation for up
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:59 WIB
From Market Diagnosis to Exports, New Strategy to Revive SMEs
Indonesia's Minister for SMEs has identified the root cause of stagnant SME growth not as financing constraints but as an unhealthy domestic market flooded with cheap imported goods, including illegal shipments. The government is implementing concrete strategies including maintaining price stability and opening export market access, whilst highlighting issues such as under-invoicing that allow unrecorded goods to flood domestic markets. Regional governments are taking grassroots action through i
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:58 WIB
Banten Police Uncover Alleged Human Trafficking with Online Sex Work Modus in Serang
Banten Police have arrested two suspects in connection with an alleged human trafficking operation recruiting women for online sex work through the MiChat application in Serang Regency. The perpetrators promised victims monthly salaries of between Rp9 million and Rp10 million, whilst three women have been identified as victims. Police are conducting further investigations to determine the extent of the criminal network and identify additional victims.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:54 WIB
Skeletal Remains of Man Found in Forest at Bukit Keciri, Pasuruan
The skeletal remains of a 38-year-old farmer named Kushadi were discovered in a forest at Bukit Keciri in Pasuruan's Tutur District on 26 February 2026. The victim, who had left to seek work in the Ranupane area of Lumajang, is believed to have died from exhaustion after becoming lost whilst walking. The victim's family has declined an autopsy and requested permission to perform Islamic rites and burial immediately.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:50 WIB
Parliament Member Reminds That Policy Must Consider Worker Welfare
A member of the House of Representatives' Commission IX, Nurhadi, has warned that proposed regulations limiting tar and nicotine content in cigarettes and electronic cigarettes must be thoroughly reviewed with consideration for employment in the tobacco industry. He cautioned that overly strict standards could trigger a domino effect across the domestic tobacco industry, potentially affecting approximately six million workers in manufacturing, distribution, and farming, whilst also risking regul
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:49 WIB
Bandung City DPRD Special Committee Accelerates Discussion of Regulation on Prevention and Control of Risky Sexual Behaviour
Bandung City DPRD's Special Committee 14 is accelerating the discussion of a draft regulation (Ranperda) on prevention and control of risky sexual behaviour and sexual deviation, having entered the clause-by-clause examination phase with the Health Office. The committee has conducted extensive participatory processes including focus group discussions with academics, practitioners, civil organisations, and citizens to ensure the regulation is comprehensive and responsive to community needs. The r
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:48 WIB
Jakarta Governor Launches Ramadan Festival to Attract Residents During Holiday Season
Jakarta Provincial Government has officially launched the Jakarta Ramadan Festival at Bundaran HI, running until 31 March 2026, with the theme "Homecoming to Jakarta" to encourage residents to celebrate Ramadan and Eid in the capital. The festival will feature religious, cultural and entertainment activities, shopping promotions, and various travel incentives from hotels, restaurants and tour operators, with participating retailers offering discounts up to 70 percent and targeting Rp15 trillion
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:46 WIB
Deputy Minister of Culture Giring Ganesha Urges Young Professionals to Promote Cultural Values
Deputy Minister of Culture Giring Ganesha Djumaryo has called on young professionals, particularly those in the Beyond Professional (Bepro) network, to integrate cultural values into their work as a means of strengthening national identity and competitiveness. The Ministry of Culture is positioning culture and the creative economy as a strategic growth sector, citing successful examples such as the girl group No Na, the animation "Jumbo" on Netflix, and filmmaker Joko Anwar as evidence of Indone
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:44 WIB
Cattle fattening operations in West Jakarta urged to implement biodigesters
West Jakarta's Environmental Health sub-office has urged cattle fattening operations to obtain environmental permits and install biodigesters to manage livestock waste. A biodigester system converts organic waste, including cattle manure, into useful products such as biogas for fuel and liquid or solid fertiliser, whilst mitigating environmental impact and community disruption. The authorities plan inspections to ensure compliance with environmental standards and livestock health protocols.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:44 WIB
China Urges Its Citizens to Evacuate Iran Immediately Following US Attack Threats
China has issued an urgent warning to its citizens in Iran to evacuate immediately due to escalating security risks from threatened US military strikes. The evacuation alert comes days after US-mediated talks between Iran and the US, wherein the US has also permitted non-essential diplomatic staff to depart Israel, whilst warning of potentially the largest military build-up in the Middle East in decades.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:43 WIB
Minister of Law emphasises the importance of responsive legal services oriented towards public needs
Indonesia's Minister of Law, Supratman Andi Agtas, visited the North Sulawesi regional office of the Ministry of Law to stress the importance of legal services that are responsive and oriented towards public needs. The Minister called for legal services to be more accessible and provide certainty to citizens, whilst emphasising the need for professional integrity among ministry staff. The visit included inspections of public service facilities and dialogue with service officers to assess readine
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:40 WIB
Water Festival in the Meranti Islands Included in Karisma Event Nusantara 2026
The Ministry of Tourism has announced that the Water Festival in Meranti Islands Regency, Riau Province, has been selected as one of 125 flagship events under the Karisma Event Nusantara (KEN) programme for 2026. Selected through a rigorous national curation process evaluating over 500 events across 38 provinces, the festival was recognised for its potential to boost regional tourism and economic growth. The event, rooted in a local Chinese-Malay cultural tradition dating back to Chinese New Yea
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:37 WIB
BBPJN Jateng-DIY accelerates improvements to Pantura route
The Regional Road Implementation Agency (BBPJN) for Central Java and Yogyakarta is accelerating repairs to national highways, particularly the Pantura route, to ensure smooth traffic flow during the 2026 Idul Fitri exodus. The agency targets completion of key projects by H-10 (10 days before) Idul Fitri, with priority given to problem-prone sections in Pekalongan, Pemalang, Batang, Kendal, and Kaligawe in Semarang. The Kaligawe section project, involving a 700-metre road elevation of 1 metre, is
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:34 WIB
UI Economist Says US Trade Diversion to Indonesia Could Reach $7.11 Billion
A University of Indonesia economist estimates that the United States could redirect up to $7.11 billion in trade flows to Indonesia, driven by lower reciprocal tariffs compared to competing nations and a recent bilateral trade agreement. The potential trade diversion spans manufacturing ($3.38 billion), textiles ($2.22 billion), and agriculture ($1 billion), whilst also opening opportunities for mutual regulatory recognition in areas including food safety standards and halal certification.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:31 WIB
Trade Minister releases nine-tonne export of kepok banana to Malaysia
Indonesia's Trade Minister Budi Santoso formally released nine tonnes of kepok banana worth approximately 270 million rupiah to Malaysia as part of efforts to strengthen market access for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The government's "UMKM Bisa Ekspor" programme has facilitated around 1,200 SMEs to conduct export transactions valued at 134.8 million US dollars, with nearly 70 per cent being first-time exporters. The initiative aims to support domestic businesses in competing in glo
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 23:31 WIB
UMKM Minister Reveals Significant Discrepancy in Indonesia-China Export-Import Data
Indonesia's Minister of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (UMKM) has disclosed a substantial gap between China's reported exports to Indonesia and Indonesia's recorded imports from China, particularly in textiles, apparel, and footwear, with evidence suggesting illegal imports worth hundreds of millions of dollars are entering the domestic market undocumented. This practice, known as under-invoicing, is eroding state revenue, damaging the domestic market, and undermining UMKM competitiveness
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