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Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:59 WIB
CSIS: Overlapping Regulations Hinder Climate Change Action
The Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) has identified significant governance challenges in Indonesia's climate policy implementation, including regulatory overlap, jurisdictional conflicts, and weak coordination between central and regional governments. The think tank emphasises that poor climate governance not only fails to address the crisis but creates new injustices, disproportionately affecting vulnerable groups like smallholder farmers, traditional fishers and coastal co
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:58 WIB
MSC: Bakamla does not lack investigation authority under rigid legal interpretation
The director of the Maritime Strategic Center has refuted claims that the Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (Bakamla) lacks investigative authority, arguing that such assertions reflect an outdated legal interpretation that ignores modern constitutional law developments and global maritime security dynamics. The dispute centres on a constitutional court challenge to the 2014 Maritime Law, with experts debating whether Bakamla's role within a nine-agency maritime security coordination framework
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:56 WIB
Danantara accelerates reactivation of Ombilin coal mine, to employ around one thousand workers
PT Bukit Asam (PTBA) and BPI Danantara are accelerating plans to reactivate the Ombilin coal mine in Sawahlunto, West Sumatra, expected to absorb approximately one thousand workers once operational. The mine reactivation is currently in the documentation phase, including permits, environmental impact analysis, and feasibility studies, with PTBA's operational director emphasising that these documents are critical before operations can commence. The Ombilin deposits are estimated to contain 2 mill
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:54 WIB
UI's Vocational Education Programme Drives Physiotherapy Transformation Across Asia Through Technology
The University of Indonesia's Vocational Education Programme is driving the transformation of physiotherapy across Asia through technology and global collaboration by hosting the 3rd Asian Physiotherapy Network Conference (APNC) 2026. The conference aims to bring together practitioners, researchers, and academics from across Asia to design the future of evidence-based and technology-driven physiotherapy. The initiative forms part of UI's internationalisation strategy and directly contributes to
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:52 WIB
China's Response: Bakom Affirms Indonesia-US Trade Agreement Subject to National Interest
Indonesia's Government Communications Agency has clarified that the reciprocal trade agreement with the United States includes safeguards to protect Indonesia's national interests and does not automatically obligate the country to adopt US trade restrictions on third countries like China. Senior expert Fithra Faisal Hastiadi emphasised that Article 5.1 of the agreement includes escape clauses allowing flexibility based on national interest considerations, including diplomatic and economic relati
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:52 WIB
IHSG closes higher amid strengthening of Asian and global stock markets
The Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG) closed higher on Wednesday, gaining 41.40 points (0.50 per cent) to 8,322.23, driven by rebounds on Wall Street and broad strength across Asian stock exchanges. Positive sentiment was underpinned by US President Trump's state of the union address focusing on domestic economic and fiscal policy, whilst nine of the sectoral indices gained with non-primary consumer goods leading at 2.71 per cent gains. Trading was robust with over 2.7 million transactions and IDR
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:52 WIB
Indonesia ready to build technology-based critical minerals framework: Deputy Minister
Indonesia's Deputy Minister of Communications and Digital Affairs Nezar Patria announced that Indonesia is prepared to establish a technology-based critical minerals framework, positioning the country as a strategic partner in global technology supply chains rather than merely a raw materials exporter. Speaking at the India-Indonesia Critical Mineral Conference in Jakarta on 24 February, Patria outlined three collaborative agendas with India: developing mineral processing facilities to produce h
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:49 WIB
Analysts highlight impact of US ethanol imports on energy security
Managing Director of Energy Shift Institute Putra Adhiguna has raised concerns about ethanol import clauses in the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) between Indonesia and the United States, warning that they could undermine national energy security and increase economic burdens if they drive new demand primarily fulfilled by imports. Under the trade agreement, Indonesia is required to ensure US ethanol imports exceed 1,000 metric tonnes annually and cannot adopt policies restricting US bioetha
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:45 WIB
Nyepi 2026: Year of Saka 1948 – Official Holiday Schedule
The Indonesian government has declared Nyepi 2026 as a national holiday on 18-19 March, marking the Hindu New Year of Saka 1948. The holiday coincides with Eid al-Fitr celebrations, providing a five-day extended holiday period from 18-24 March. Civil servants' annual leave will not be reduced for Nyepi, though private sector employees may see their entitlements affected according to workplace regulations.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:44 WIB
Yusril: Islamic law science important to develop integrated with law
Coordinating Minister for Law Yusril Ihza Mahendra emphasised the importance of developing Islamic jurisprudence (syariah) integrated with Indonesia's national legal system, noting that many regulations including in economics and bankruptcy have adopted Islamic values. He urged Islamic legal scholars to study not just textual Islamic law but also global legal developments and their interaction with customary law and modern legal systems to contribute to responsive and contextual legislation.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:43 WIB
Rupiah supported by Bank Indonesia monetary policy stability
The Indonesian rupiah strengthened by 29 points or 0.17 per cent to Rp16,800 per US dollar at Wednesday's market close, buoyed by the stability of Bank Indonesia's monetary policy stance holding interest rates relatively constant. Analysts cited the central bank's policy stability as a fundamental support factor for the rupiah, though daily volatility remains influenced by corporate demand for US dollars and foreign capital flows in bond and equity markets. Global sentiment and potential US tari
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:35 WIB
Lampung Free Nutritious Meal Task Force: Menggala Tengah Service Unit Operations Temporarily Closed
The Lampung Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) Task Force has temporarily closed the Menggala Tengah Nutrition Service Unit (SPPG) in Tulang Bawang Regency following a food poisoning incident. Thirty-three people, including five infants, fourteen children, one elderly person, and thirteen adults, reportedly suffered symptoms of food poisoning or allergies after consuming salted eggs served with other meals on 24 February; the Indonesian Food and Drug Authority (BPOM) is investigating food samples to det
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:32 WIB
Ashes, Hunger, and a Burning Earth: A Reflection on Cross-Faith Ecological Repentance
On 18 February 2026, the convergence of the Catholic Lenten season and the Islamic month of Ramadan offers a symbolic moment for ecological reflection and repentance. The article argues that the traditional practices of receiving ashes and fasting must be reinterpreted as "ecological fasting"—moving beyond ritual abstinence to address consumer culture, plastic waste, and environmental degradation as a spiritual and moral imperative rooted in religious theology.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:32 WIB
KPK Awaits Confirmation from Budi Karya for Rescheduled Witness Examination
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is awaiting confirmation from former Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumadi to reschedule his witness examination in a bribery case involving the construction and maintenance of railway lines under the Ministry's Directorate General of Railways. The investigation, stemming from an operation in April 2023, has resulted in 21 suspects and two corporate entities being named, with allegations of bid-rigging across multiple railway projects in Java, Suma
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:31 WIB
Military Completes 57 Per Cent of Suspension Bridge Project in Central Aceh
The Indonesian Army's Central Command (Kodam Iskandar Muda) has achieved 57 per cent completion on a 120-metre suspension bridge in Burlah Village, Central Aceh, which aims to restore transportation access severed by devastating floods and landslides in late November 2025. The bridge project, executed by military personnel in coordination with local communities, is expected to become a vital inter-village link supporting agriculture, education, healthcare access, and local product distribution i
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:30 WIB
Trump: United States Will Never Allow Iran to Possess Nuclear Weapons
US President Donald Trump reaffirmed in an address to Congress that decades of American policy have been to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, stating he has not yet heard a firm commitment from Iran on this matter. Trump expressed a preference for diplomatic resolution but insisted that the US will not allow Iran, which he describes as "the world's primary sponsor of terror," to possess nuclear weapons, whilst Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister indicated readiness to reach an agreement wi
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:29 WIB
CORE: Indonesia must pay relatively higher prices for US agricultural imports
Indonesia's commitment to purchase over $4.5 billion in US agricultural products under a February 2026 trade agreement may disadvantage the country economically, as US commodities are priced higher than competing sources from other suppliers. CORE Indonesia researcher Eliza Mardian warns that forced purchases at premium prices compromise competitive market considerations and threatens domestic industry, recommending government subsidies for local producers to maintain protection and reduce impor
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:28 WIB
Pekanbaru City Government Distributes Aid During Ramadan Safari in Tuah Madani
Pekanbaru Mayor Agung Nugroho visited Tuah Madani District on 24 February 2026 as part of the Ramadan Safari 1447 Hijriah, distributing various forms of assistance to residents including 100 million rupiahs and a 43-inch Smart TV for free WiFi support. The mayor also provided wheelchairs, educational scholarships, and partnership programmes in collaboration with Bank Riau Kepri and the municipal government, whilst the 20-day Ramadan Safari campaign aims to address urban development across educat
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:28 WIB
The Legacy of Alex Noerdin in Sriwijaya Land, South Sumatra
Former South Sumatra Governor Alex Noerdin, who served two terms from 2008 to 2018 and was a senior Golkar politician, passed away on 25 February at the age of 75 due to bile duct infection complications. Noerdin, who also served as a member of parliament and was involved in major infrastructure projects for the 2011 SEA Games and 2018 Asian Games in Palembang, faced corruption charges related to the revitalisation of Pasar Cinde market at the time of his death. He will be buried at Kebun Bunga
Wed, 25 Feb 2026, 16:26 WIB
Kartini Museum in Jepara Projected to Become Women's Study Centre
The Kartini Museum in Jepara Regency, Central Java, is projected to develop into a comprehensive women's study centre that will serve as a space for discussion, research, and women's empowerment programmes. During a visit by Deputy Speaker of the People's Consultative Assembly Lestari Moerdijat and Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Saan Mustopa, officials highlighted the museum's potential to transcend its role as a repository of historical artefacts to become an active hub for adva
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