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Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 12:02 WIB
Indonesia calls WTO fisheries subsidy ban unfair to developing nations
Indonesia argues that a one-size-fits-all ban on fisheries subsidies under the WTO's Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies fails to account for developing countries' realities, noting that about 90% of Indonesian fishermen are small-scale and rely on subsidies as a social safety net and for food security. The country has not ratified Phase I of the AFS and seeks to ensure any future phase protects national policy space, including subsidies for small-scale fishers, while negotiations on Phase II address subsidies that contribute to excess capacity and overfishing with enhanced S&D&T for developing nations.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 12:00 WIB
Indonesian clerics back Prabowo policy on Gulf tensions
Indonesian Islamic clerics, including leaders of pesantrens and senior figures from the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI), publicly backed President Prabowo Subianto’s policies, highlighting his stance amid rising tensions in the Gulf. Speaking at a press conference at the Presidential Palace after a meeting with the president, they said his actions safeguard Indonesia’s unity, integrity of the state, and national sovereignty, and welcomed his economic programmes aimed at public welfare.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:57 WIB
Prabowo seeks clerics' backing on Indonesia's Gulf crisis stance
President Prabowo Subianto sought the backing of Indonesian Islamic clerics for Jakarta’s Gulf crisis stance, saying policies are meant to safeguard national unity and sovereignty. At the Presidential Palace, more than 160 clerics and officials discussed geopolitical developments and pledged support and prayers for the government’s approach, including Indonesia’s involvement in the Gaza-focused Board of Peace. Prabowo described BoP participation as a measured, internally-consulted strategy aimed at influencing peace efforts in Gaza.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:56 WIB
Prabowo gains Middle East support to mediate US-Iran conflict
President Prabowo aims to convene a US-Iran meeting to push for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict, with Nusron Wahid saying it has backing from Middle Eastern and Islamic leaders, including Pakistan and the UAE. Wahid added that details lie with the Foreign Affairs Ministry, while Prabowo and other D-8 leaders advocate for peace in the region. He also cited a phone call between Prabowo and Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif about visiting Tehran to help de-escalate tensions.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:44 WIB
List of THR 2026 Tax-Free Workers: From Civil Servants to Workers in Specific Sectors
Indonesia's THR tax policy for 2026 maintains tax-free treatment for civil servants, TNI, and police under government bearing (DTP) for THR. Private-sector workers in five incentivised sectors receive PPh 21 borne by the government, with PTKP thresholds that can keep THR untaxed even when total annual income exceeds the threshold; other private-sector workers may use Tax Allowance to preserve THR. The rules include salary-based eligibility in January 2026 and provisions on THR irregularity not affecting DTP status.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:42 WIB
George Russell vs Max Verstappen: Who Will Be Melbourne 2026's New King?
Grand Prix Australia 2026 ushers in radical technical regulation changes, with FP1 at Albert Park showing shifting order. Charles Leclerc topped FP1 with Ferrari's new power unit, while George Russell's Mercedes is regarded as having the strongest aerodynamic stability under the 'active aero' rules; Max Verstappen is adapting to heavier battery characteristics but remains a top-three threat. McLaren's Lando Norris confronts reliability issues, local hero Piastri could spring a surprise, and Ferrari is favoured to win.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:39 WIB
Pokémon Winds and Waves: Release Schedule for the 10th Generation
Game Freak announced Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves, the tenth generation of Pokémon, during Pokémon Presents on 27 February 2026 to celebrate the franchise's 30th anniversary. The duo are planned for a global release in 2027 and will be exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2, introducing three new starter Pokémon as fans discuss region inspirations and enhanced open-world design.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:39 WIB
BMKG: Early Warning for Extreme Weather in Riau Valid Until This Afternoon
The BMKG issued an early warning for extreme weather in the province of Riau on Friday, 6 March 2026, warning of moderate to heavy rainfall with lightning and gusty winds, expected to endure until about 13:00 WIB. The agency cautioned that the unsettled conditions could spread to other areas and urged outdoor activity participants to take care; the report also highlights a series of regional alerts illustrating ongoing hydrometeorological risks across Indonesia.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:31 WIB
Chairman of the Indonesian Ulema Council Anwar Iskandar Urges Strengthening Unity Amid Global Turmoil
Anwar Iskandar, chairman of the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI), has urged all segments of the nation to bolster unity and intensify spiritual endeavour amid shifting geopolitics and geo-economics. He said Indonesia should maintain good relations with diverse countries through its long-held foreign policy principles, and stressed the need for national cohesion among ulama, government, and security forces to safeguard the country.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:31 WIB
Mudik 2026: Thousands of Buses Banned from Operating after Ramp Checks
Ahead of the Lebaran (Mudik) period for 2026, Indonesia’s Directorate General of Land Transportation has conducted ramp checks on buses, inspecting 13,584 units since 23 February. Some 1,645 buses (12.11%) were banned from operating and 415 more were fined and also restricted, with inspections continuing to 29 March at key transport hubs to improve safety.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:30 WIB
Minister of Manpower Yassierli Responds to Workers’ Protests: THR Tax 2026 Remains in Line with Rules
The government reiterates that THR remains subject to PPh 21 in 2026, with private-sector taxpayers facing the TER-based calculation, while ASN, TNI, and Polri THR is government-funded. A DTP scheme is available for low-paid workers in five sectors, and several agencies are monitoring THR disbursement and complaints.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:29 WIB
Welcoming Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, Neo+ Airport Jakarta Launches RomPat Package (Room Ketupat) and Special Halal Bihalal for Togetherness
Neo+ Airport Jakarta has launched two Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr promotions for March: RomPat Package (Room Ketupat) at Rp800,000 net per night, including a night in a Superior City View Room, a Ketupat Set Menu for two, and breakfast; and the Halal Bihalal Package at Rp200,000 net per person for groups of at least 20, including starter, soup, main course and dessert. The hotel expects these offers to appeal to guests seeking a warm, practical Lebaran experience near Soekarno–Hatta, with Chef Faisal and management highlighting home-like hospitality.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:29 WIB
Dozens of Indonesian Migrant Workers from Bandung Barat Safe in the Middle East; Regency Government Awaiting Update
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have prompted Bandung Barat Regency to coordinate with national agencies to safeguard its Indonesian Migrant Workers (PMI). Official counts show PMIs from Bandung Barat working in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Jordan, with unrecorded departures likely higher; authorities will coordinate with KP2MI and await guidance from Kemenlu. As of early 2026, 21 PMIs were recorded in the Middle East, with 99 in 2024 and 90 in 2025.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:28 WIB
BGN Dismisses Lampung SPPG Head Over Alleged Sexual Assault of a Nine-Year-Old Student
BGN has dismissed the head of the Satuan Pelayanan Pemenuhan Gizi (SPPG) in Tanjung Kesuma, East Lampung, following allegations of sexually abusing a nine-year-old pupil. The decision came after the police arrested the official, with the agency saying it will fully cooperate with legal proceedings. BGN also pledged to strengthen its internal selection and supervision of personnel involved in SPPG operations, and confirmed MBG Programme services in East Lampung will continue with a replacement.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:28 WIB
Not BoP, MUI Vice-Chairman Urges UN and OIC Role to Reconcile US and Iran
Cholil Nafis, Vice-Chairman of the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI), urged maximising the role of the United Nations (UN) and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to resolve the US–Iran confrontation. He spoke after a meeting with President Prabowo Subianto and ulama at Istana Merdeka in Jakarta on 5 March 2026, emphasising that the war must not fall on civilians and that UN and OIC action is essential. Muhammadiyah official Muhadjir Effendy said Indonesia’s BoP participation represents a strategy from within and reaffirmed commitment to a two-state Palestinian–Israel peace, with Prabowo having consulted Gulf states; BoP aims to realise peaceful coexistence between Palestine and Israel.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:27 WIB
Police: Head fragments in Ketewel, Bali belong to Ukrainian national Ihor Komarav
DNA testing has confirmed that human remains found at Ketewel Beach in Gianyar Regency belong to Ukrainian national Ihor Komarav, who went missing in February. Investigators linked the samples to crime scenes and a villa, with six suspects named and Interpol red notices issued as the search continues.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:26 WIB
Coordinating Minister AHY: Global Cities Must Be Rooted in Local Character
Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development AHY has said that cities can be global but must maintain strong roots in local identity and culture. He urged inclusive development across sectors, emphasising youth input and the creation of creative hubs, education and health access, as Jakarta works towards a modern, people-centred city.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:25 WIB
Indonesia’s Economy Flashes Rapid Upturn, Data Show It
Indonesia’s monetary base expanded at a faster pace in February 2026, with M0 rising 18.3% year on year, signalling firmer economic momentum. The adjusted M0 level reached Rp 2,228 trillion, supported by a surge in commercial bank giro (33.6% yoy) and higher currency in circulation (15.8% yoy). Bank Indonesia notes the growth reflects liquidity incentives and the revised methodology introduced in 2025 to better reflect monetary conditions.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:24 WIB
DNA from Human Body Parts on Ketewel Beach Identical to Ukrainian National Abductee
DNA testing on human body parts found at Ketewel Beach in Gianyar, Bali, matches the DNA profile of Ihor Komarav, a 28-year-old Ukrainian national believed to be a kidnapping victim. The match is stated to be 99.99 percent likely, with authorities pursuing six other suspects and coordinating with Immigration, Divhubinter, and Interpol to locate them.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 11:24 WIB
AMPG Meets Malaysia's UMNO Youth, Discuss Global Conflicts to Humanitarian Cooperation
The ASEAN youth wings AMPG and Malaysia's UMNO Youth broaden cross-border cooperation in social and humanitarian fields amid escalating Middle East tensions following US and Israel strikes on Iran. The two groups plan joint programmes, including business matching and networking, as part of a broader consolidation of their relationships.
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