Indonesia is facing a stark fiscal challenge as the cost of keeping energy affordable for its population has surged far beyond initial projections. New data reveals that government spending on fuel and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) subsidies and compensations reached Rp 118.7 trillion by March 2026, representing a staggering 266% increase compared to the same … Read more
Indonesia Prioritizes Fiscal Discipline Amidst Global Oil Price Volatility Jakarta – As geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to drive up global oil prices, the Indonesian government is taking a cautious approach to its 2026 budget, prioritizing fiscal discipline over increased borrowing. Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has announced a one-month evaluation period to … Read more
Indonesia’s Budget Faces February Deficit of Rp 135.7 Trillion Jakarta – Indonesia’s budget recorded a deficit of Rp 135.7 trillion (approximately $8.6 billion USD) as of the end of February 2026, according to recent government data. This figure represents 0.53% of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), signaling a period of increased government spending relative … Read more
Jakarta, Indonesia – The Indonesian government is defending a substantial financial commitment to local nutrition programs, allocating approximately 6 million Indonesian Rupiah (roughly $385 USD as of February 25, 2026) per day to 24,000 Satuan Pelayanan Pemenuhan Gizi (SPPG) units across the archipelago. This initiative, designed to bolster the national program for providing nutritious food, … Read more
“`html Indonesia’s Economic Outlook: Targeting 6% Growth in 2026 Indonesia’s Economic Outlook: Targeting 6% Growth in 2026 Indonesia is aiming for a robust economic growth of 6% in 2026, exceeding the initial government target outlined in the State Budget (APBN) of 5.4%. This optimistic projection, voiced by Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati, signals confidence in … Read more
2026-01-18 13:28:00 Solo, CNN Indonesia — Menteri Kebudayaan Fadli Zon merespons adu mulut yang terjadi di Keraton Solo saat penyerahan Surat Keputusan (SK) nomor 8 tahun 2026 kepada KG-PA Tedjowulan, Minggu (18/1). Fadli juga mengungkap alasan pemerintah menyerahkan SK soal pelaksana atau penanggung jawab memimpin Keraton Solo tersebut kepada Tedjowulan. SK tersebut menetapkan Gusti Tedjo, sapaan … Read more