Jakarta Padel Courts: Governor Orders Demolition of Unpermitted Fields

Jakarta’s rapid embrace of padel, the increasingly popular racquet sport, has run into a regulatory snag. Authorities in the Indonesian capital are now cracking down on a significant number of padel courts operating without the necessary building permits, raising questions about urban planning and enforcement in one of the world’s megacities. The move comes as … Read more

7 Bank Failures: Uncovering the Root Cause

SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Recent ⁤developments in Indonesia’s financial sector reveal a tightening regulatory environment, with seven banks having ceased ‍operations throughout 2025. ⁣These closures specifically impacted rural⁤ banks (Bank Perekonomian Rakyat or BPR) and Sharia-based rural banks (Bank perekonomian Rakyat Syariah or BPRS). Understanding the reasons behind these closures is crucial for … Read more