Indonesia’s Debt Outlook Cut to Negative by Fitch: Finance Minister Responds

Jakarta – Indonesia’s economic outlook is facing increased scrutiny following a recent decision by Fitch Ratings to revise the country’s credit outlook to negative. The move, announced on March 4, 2026, has prompted a response from Indonesia’s Minister of Finance, Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, who suggested the assessment may stem from a perception of inexperience within … Read more

Indonesia’s 2026 Budget Deficit: Rp 135.7 Trillion in February | Tax Revenue Up 30%

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

Olla Ramlan on New Series & Finding Love with Younger Boyfriend Tristan Molina

Olla Ramlan Celebrates 46th Birthday and New Role Amidst Blossoming Romance Jakarta – Indonesian actress and television personality Olla Ramlan is enjoying a period of personal and professional fulfillment. The actress recently celebrated her 46th birthday and is currently involved in the continuation of the popular Malaysian series, Bidaah, which gained significant traction in 2025. … Read more

Indonesia: Minister Urges Limits on Modern Retail Expansion to Support Local Cooperatives

Indonesia Seeks to Curb Retail Expansion in Rural Areas, Prioritizing Local Cooperatives Jakarta – Indonesia’s Minister of Cooperatives, Ferry Juliantono, has called for a halt to the continued expansion of large retail chains like Alfamart and Indomaret into the country’s rural villages. The move, announced Thursday, February 26, 2026, aims to protect the economic interests … Read more

Jakarta: Minibus Runs Red Lights, Collides with Vehicles, Attacked by Mob

Jakarta, Indonesia – A chaotic scene unfolded in central Jakarta on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, as a driver led authorities on a bizarre and dangerous rampage through city streets, driving against traffic and colliding with multiple vehicles. The incident, which culminated in the vehicle being surrounded and damaged by an angry mob, has sparked outrage … Read more

Indonesia Imports 105,000 Pickups from India: No Import Permits Needed

2026-02-20 21:54:00 JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com – Menteri Perdagangan (Mendag) Budi Santoso alias Busan menyebut, impor 105.000 pikap dari India tidak membutuhkan Persetujuan Impor (PI). Sebanyak 105.000 unit mobil itu diimpor oleh PT Agrinas Pangan Nusantara untuk keperluan operasional Koperasi Desa/Kelurahan (Kopdes) Merah Putih. Busan mengatakan, untuk mengimpor pikap itu importir tidak memerlukan rekomendasi dari kementerian terkait. … Read more

Temukan Tanda Seperti Ini pada Anak? Segera Cek, Bisa Jadi Gejala Kanker

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; Jakarta Clean-Up Drive: 100,000 Personnel Deployed for Citywide Effort

“`html Jakarta, Febuary 8, 2026 – The DKI Jakarta Provincial Government launched a large-scale cleanup effort, “Jaga Jakarta Bersih” (Keep Jakarta Clean), on Sunday morning, mobilizing 100,000 personnel. This initiative aims to strengthen community cooperation and prepare the capital city for the challenges of the transitional season and⁣ the threat of infectious diseases. “Today, we … Read more

Why Are Shell Gas Stations Running Out of Gas?

“`html ‍ Shell Faces Fuel Supply Disruptions in Indonesia Amid Import Permit Delays Several Shell gas stations across⁤ Indonesia are experiencing fuel shortages,⁣ with reports ⁣indicating that supplies of Shell Super, V-Power, and V-Power Nitro+ are limited ⁣or ⁣unavailable, particularly outside of Java Timur (East Java). The disruptions stem from a delay in the approval … Read more

Customs Officials Avoided Layoffs: Purbaya’s Decision and the Reasoning Behind It

: Analysis of Source Material Core Topic: The article discusses the Indonesian Ministry of Finance’s (Kemenkeu)⁢ decision to forgo mass layoffs at the Directorate General of Customs and Excise (DJBC) despite ongoing reforms, and details the alternative strategies being⁤ implemented – namely, internal rotations and reassignments of ⁤personnel – across both DJBC and the Directorate … Read more