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PLN Reshuffles Board of Directors: Darmawan Prasodjo Remains CEO, Yusuf Didi Setiarto Appointed Vice President Director

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PT PLN (Persero) has undergone a formal restructuring of its board of directors, appointing Yusuf Didi Setiarto as the new Deputy President Director of the state-owned electricity company. The leadership changes were confirmed during the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders (RUPSLB) held in Jakarta, which finalized a new composition for the utility firm’s executive management … Read more

Students and Masses Protest in Yogyakarta’s Gejayan, Demanding 10 Key Demands

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Protesters and student groups, organized under the Aliansi Rakyat Memanggil, staged a demonstration at the Gejayan intersection in Sleman, Yogyakarta, to protest current national political conditions. The rally, which included specific demands for government reform, is part of a synchronized wave of activism occurring in Jakarta and other major Indonesian urban centers. According to reports … Read more

MBG Corruption Case: Kejagung Names Electric Motorcycle Vendor Boss as Suspect

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The Indonesian Attorney General’s Office (Kejaksaan Agung/Kejagung) has officially named the head of a vendor company, identified as the director of PT Solar Panel Indonesia, a suspect in the ongoing corruption investigation involving the procurement of electric motorcycles for the Ministry of Transportation’s “Mandiri Berdaya Guna” (MBG) program. This escalation marks a significant step in … Read more

Pertamax Price Hike: Pertalite and Subsidized Fuel Prices to Remain Stable in Indonesia

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Indonesian government officials have observed no significant, immediate shift in consumer behavior toward subsidized Pertalite fuel following the recent adjustment in Pertamax prices. Purbaya Yudhi Sadhewa, Chairman of the Board of Commissioners at the Indonesia Deposit Insurance Corporation (LPS), noted that while fuel price fluctuations typically influence public spending, the transition from higher-grade fuel to … Read more

Indonesia Open 2026 Final Results: Victor Lai Defeats Jonatan Christie

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In a surprising turn of events at the 2026 Indonesia Open, Indonesian badminton star Jonatan Christie finished as the tournament runner-up after falling to Victor Lai in the men’s singles final. The match, held at the historic Istora Senayan in Jakarta, marked a significant conclusion to the BWF Super 1000 event, drawing massive attention from … Read more

Jakarta’s Muara Angke “Garbage Island”: Environmental Pollution and Cleanup Efforts

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Environmental Cleanup Efforts Intensify at Jakarta’s Muara Angke Coastline The coastal waters of Muara Angke, Jakarta, have long been the subject of environmental concern, characterized by the accumulation of massive deposits of debris that local residents and observers have frequently described as a “garbage island.” This persistent ecological challenge has drawn renewed attention from authorities … Read more

Indonesian Rupiah Hits 18,000 Against US Dollar: Causes, Impacts, and Economic Outlook

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The Indonesian economy is currently navigating a period of heightened sensitivity as the rupiah faces sustained downward pressure against the U.S. Dollar. In recent trading sessions, the currency has breached the psychological threshold of Rp 16,000 to Rp 18,000 per dollar, a movement that has prompted significant scrutiny from market analysts and policymakers alike. While … Read more

Indonesia’s Idle Bank Credit Hits Rp 2,527 Trillion: Causes and Economic Impact

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In the evolving landscape of Indonesia’s financial sector, a significant trend has emerged that warrants close attention from investors and policymakers alike: the accumulation of idle credit, or kredit mengendap. Recent data indicates that this figure has reached a notable threshold of Rp 2,527 trillion, sparking discussions among analysts and banking executives regarding the underlying … Read more

Respons Purbaya soal Anggaran Sapi Kurban Pemerintah Rp 100 M – detikFinance

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As Indonesia prepares for the observance of Iduladha 1447 H, questions regarding the allocation of public funds for the annual presidential sacrificial cattle program have surfaced in public discourse. The tradition, which involves the distribution of livestock across the archipelago, serves as a significant cultural and religious touchstone. However, recent discussions have centered on the … Read more

Indonesia’s Police Reform Crisis: Why Retirement Age Overhaul Sparks Justice Debate – Key Updates & Government Stance

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Jonathan Reed | News Editor, World Today Journal May 25, 2026 — 14:30 GMT Indonesia’s Police Reform Debate: Retirement Age Extension Sparks Controversy Over Fairness and Institutional Balance JAKARTA — Indonesia’s government is pushing forward with controversial revisions to the Police Law (UU Polri) that include a proposal to extend the retirement age for police … Read more