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Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 11:43 WIB
DKI Jakarta Information Commission Reports Goods and Services Disputes Dominate Caseload
The DKI Jakarta Information Commission (KI DKI) reported that goods and services-related disputes constituted the majority of its 2025 caseload, with 70 information disputes resolved during the year. The commission also noted a 59.7 per cent year-on-year increase in public bodies participating in its monitoring and evaluation programme, reaching 829 — the highest figure nationally — though nearly 300 were rated as "Not Informative", highlighting ongoing transparency challenges across Jakarta's p
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 11:26 WIB
Prabowo gives relaxed response to Trump's quip about not wanting to face him
President Prabowo Subianto laughed off Donald Trump's public remark that he "wouldn't want to go up against" the Indonesian leader, made during the Gaza Board of Peace Summit in Washington DC. Trump praised Prabowo as tough and well-respected, highlighting Indonesia's vast population and the scale of responsibility its president carries. The exchange occurred within the broader context of global leaders discussing ceasefire commitments and lasting peace in Gaza.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 11:19 WIB
Forestry Minister: President Approves Addition of Up to 70,000 Forest Police
President Prabowo Subianto has approved plans to recruit up to 70,000 forestry police officers to protect Indonesia's 125 million hectares of national forest, which are currently guarded by just 4,800 personnel. The decision sets a target ratio of one officer per 2,000 hectares, a significant upgrade from the current reality where each officer covers approximately 25,000 hectares, with implementation still requiring bureaucratic and regulatory adjustments.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 11:15 WIB
Prabowo: Indonesia Supports Two-State Solution as Path to Lasting Peace
President Prabowo Subianto reaffirmed Indonesia's commitment to a two-state solution as the only path to lasting peace for Palestinians in Gaza, speaking after the inaugural Board of Peace summit in Washington DC. The summit, hosted by US President Donald Trump and attended by leaders of eight Muslim nations, reviewed progress on humanitarian aid delivery and reconstruction plans following the Gaza ceasefire, with Prabowo expressing cautious optimism whilst warning of groups that may seek to der
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 11:13 WIB
Forestry Minister affirms Sumatran floods serve as evaluation of forest governance
Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni has declared that the recent flash floods across Aceh, North Sumatra and West Sumatra constitute a fundamental wake-up call for national forest governance, exposing severe understaffing with just 4,800 forestry police tasked with guarding 125 million hectares of forest land. The minister called for structural reform, stronger institutional capacity, and broader multi-stakeholder collaboration, noting that regional autonomy arrangements have left forestry chroni
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 11:11 WIB
Prabowo confident Board of Peace's grand plan will deliver Gaza peace
President Prabowo Subianto expressed optimism about the Board of Peace initiative for Gaza following a summit at the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace in Washington D.C., whilst acknowledging significant obstacles ahead. The group of eight Muslim nations invited to participate unanimously agreed that a two-state solution remains the only lasting path to peace for the Palestinian people.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 11:10 WIB
Deputy Forestry Minister Calls on All Stakeholders to Support Social Forestry Development
Deputy Forestry Minister Rohmat Marzuki has urged multi-stakeholder collaboration to expand social forestry programmes, noting the ministry's limited capacity with only 14 technical units nationwide to support 1.4 million recipient households managing 8.3 million hectares of forest. Cross-referencing with social welfare data reveals that 60 to 70 per cent of social forestry recipients fall within the lowest income brackets, underscoring the programme's critical role in poverty alleviation and cl
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 11:08 WIB
In Washington, Prabowo Warns of Potential Efforts to Derail Gaza Peace
President Prabowo Subianto attended the inaugural Gaza Board of Peace summit in Washington D.C., warning that vigilance is needed against groups seeking to undermine the comprehensive peace process. Indonesia signalled its readiness to contribute to the International Stabilisation Force and reaffirmed its commitment to Gaza's reconstruction, anchored in the Two-State Solution and UN Security Council Resolution 2803 (2025).
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 11:06 WIB
Prabowo: TNI Troops to Be Deployed to Gaza Within 1-2 Months for Joint ISF Mission
President Prabowo Subianto announced that 8,000 TNI troops will be deployed to Gaza within one to two months to serve alongside the International Stabilisation Force (ISF), with Indonesia appointed as deputy commander of the multinational force. The announcement came at the inaugural Gaza Board of Peace Summit in Washington DC, chaired by President Trump, where ISF Commander Major General Jasper Jeffers projected a total deployment of 20,000 soldiers and 12,000 police officers to restore post-wa
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 11:01 WIB
Spending the Lunar New Year Touring Temple Festivals in Beijing
The article traces the rich cultural evolution of Beijing's temple festivals from ancient agrarian rituals to the vibrant public celebrations that define modern Lunar New Year festivities. It explores how Buddhism and Taoism transformed temple grounds into hubs of religion, entertainment, and commerce, a tradition that survived the Cultural Revolution and was revived in 1985 to become an inseparable part of Beijing's New Year celebrations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 11:01 WIB
LPDP and Muhammadiyah Fund 26 Research Proposals
Indonesia's Education Fund Management Agency (LPDP) and Muhammadiyah's central board have jointly funded 26 research proposals from 13 Muhammadiyah universities, worth Rp20 billion. The funding, channelled through the RISPRO Invitasi Berkemajuan programme, targets food security, energy transition, social humanities and economics to strengthen Muhammadiyah's business and industrial ecosystem.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 10:55 WIB
White House: Prabowo and Trump Agree on New Chapter in Indonesia-US Trade
Presidents Prabowo Subianto and Donald Trump have signed an agreement in Washington to implement a reciprocal trade deal, which the White House describes as the foundation for a "new golden age" in the US-Indonesia alliance. The deal commits Indonesia to eliminating 99 per cent of tariff barriers on American industrial, food and agricultural products, whilst the US will reduce reciprocal tariffs to 19 per cent on Indonesian goods, with potential further reductions for certain commodities. The ag
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 09:03 WIB
Deputy Forestry Minister: Flood-Affected Social Forestry Land in Sumatra to Be Restored
Deputy Forestry Minister Rohmat Marzuki has pledged government support to restore social forestry land damaged by flooding across Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra, including alternative funding mechanisms to accelerate land rehabilitation and economic recovery. The commitment was made at a workshop on inclusive social forestry, which the government considers a national strategy for climate resilience, disaster risk reduction, and equitable welfare — with 8.3 million hectares already allocat
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:57 WIB
Deputy Forestry Minister confirms audit results of 24 forest permits in Sumatra to be announced
Indonesia's Deputy Minister of Forestry Rohmat Marzuki has confirmed that the results of government audits into 24 Forest Utilisation Business Permits (PBPH) across Aceh, North Sumatra and West Sumatra will be made public, though no specific timeline was given. The audits were initiated following severe flooding in the three provinces, forming part of a broader forestry governance overhaul that has already seen 40 underperforming permits covering 1.5 million hectares revoked nationwide in recent
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:42 WIB
Trump Signs Peace Council Resolution on Financial Integrity and Transparency
US President Donald Trump signed a unanimously approved Peace Council resolution on financial integrity and transparency, announcing a US$10 billion American commitment to Gaza reconstruction alongside US$7 billion in pledges from Middle Eastern and Central Asian nations. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto attended the inaugural Peace Council meeting in Washington, which drew representatives from more than 20 countries following Trump's January invitation to some 50 nations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:34 WIB
Prabowo Affirms Joining Board of Peace to Support Palestinian Peace Before Trump
President Prabowo Subianto reaffirmed Indonesia's commitment to Palestinian peace at the inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington DC, expressing full support for Trump's 20-point plan. The diplomatic move underscores Indonesia's longstanding active stance on global peace efforts, with Prabowo voicing optimism that a lasting and just solution for Palestine can be achieved despite acknowledged challenges.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 04:02 WIB
US Strike on Iran This Weekend Depends on Trump's Order
The United States military is reportedly prepared to launch strikes against Iran as early as this weekend, pending a final decision from President Donald Trump. Whilst indirect negotiations between the two countries in Switzerland yielded agreement on "guiding principles," significant details remain unresolved, and the massive US military build-up in the Middle East — including two aircraft carrier groups — underscores the gravity of the standoff over Iran's nuclear programme.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 04:00 WIB
US to withdraw all troops from Syria
The United States has decided to withdraw its remaining approximately 1,000 troops from Syria within the next two months, following a gradual drawdown over recent months. Washington considers the military presence no longer necessary as the Syrian Democratic Forces have been largely dissolved and integrated into Syrian state structures, though some officials warn the pullout risks enabling an ISIS resurgence.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 04:00 WIB
Spotlight on Drug-Involved Officers: National Police Internal Affairs to Conduct Routine Urine Tests
The Indonesian National Police's Internal Affairs Division (Divpropam) has announced it will conduct routine urine tests across all personnel following persistent drug abuse cases among officers. The announcement came alongside the dishonourable discharge of former Bima City police chief AKBP Didik Putra Kuncoro, who was found to have accepted money and narcotics from a subordinate, in a case that underscores the force's struggle to align with President Prabowo's Astacita anti-narcotics programm
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 04:00 WIB
Pertamina: Fuel Distribution Safe Despite Cargo Plane Incident in Nunukan
PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional Kalimantan has assured the public that fuel stocks and distribution remain normal following a cargo aircraft crash in Krayan, Nunukan Regency, North Kalimantan. The company has prepared alternative distribution schemes to maintain supply to the border region, where fuel is delivered under the government's One Price Fuel programme. The crashed aircraft, an Air Tractor AT-802 operated by a single pilot with no passengers, was returning to Tarakan after completing
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