Indonesia Bans Israeli Gymnasts from World Championship in Jakarta
Indonesia refuses visas for Israeli gymnasts at the 2025 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships, reaffirming its pro-Palestine foreign policy. Read the full statement here.
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National
Foreign Tourists Banned from Visiting Badui Dalam and Gajeboh Villages
Foreign tourists are banned from visiting Badui Dalam and Gajeboh Villages in Lebak, Banten, to protect sacred traditions. Learn more about the local cultural decision.
Economy
Communication MInistry Lifts TikTok Ban After Platform Submits Requested Data
Indonesia lifts TikTok’s suspension after the platform fulfills data obligations related to TikTok Live activity during August 2025 protests.
National
Govt Won’t Ban Leftist or Ideological Books Despite Police Seizures: Minister Yusril
oordinating Minister for Law, Human Rights, Immigration, and Corrections Yusril Ihza Mahendra says the government will not ban leftist or ideological books despite police seizures. Read the full news.
National
Rights Minister Defends Ban on Raising 'One Piece' Flag During Independence Day
Human Rights Minister Natalius Pigai supported ban on 'One Piece' flag during Independence Day. Read his explanation on why it’s tied to national security and international law.
National
Bali Bans Tourism Development on Productive Land Starting 2025
Bali enforces 2025 ban on tourism development on productive land. Governor Wayan Koster leads demolition of illegal structures. Read full update here.
National
Purwakarta Bans Mobile Phones for Students in Schools and at Home
The Purwakarta administration in West Java officially announced the ban of the use of mobile phones by students from early childhood education to junior high school. Learn more.
Economy
Indonesia’s Rice Import Halt Influences Global Rice Prices: NFA
The Natonal Food Agency (Bapanas) suggested that the government's decision to halt rice imports has contributed to a drop in global rice prices. Learn more.
Economy
No Food Imports in 2025: Minister Zulkifli Hasan
The government has pledged to halt food imports starting in 2025. Read more about the policy.
Economy
Indonesia to End Imports of Salt, Sugar, Rice, and Corn by 2025
Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs Zulkifli Hasan announced on Monday (9/12/2024) Indonesia aims to stop importing salt, sugar, rice, and corn for animal feed by 2025. Learn more!
Economy
Trade Minister Warns e-Commerce Against Selling iPhone 16 and Google Pixel
Minister of Trade Budi Santoso announced on Tuesday (5/11/2024) that e-commerce platforms could face sanctions if they list the iPhone 16 or Google Pixel for sale in Indonesia. Learn more!
