Government Allocates Rp 1.77 Trillion to Shield Hajj Pilgrims from Rising Costs
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa confirms an IDR 1.77 trillion budget boost for Hajj 2026. Learn how the government is lowering fees despite rising fuel costs.
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Foreign Ministry to Repatriate 720 Citizens Stranded in Middle East
Foreign Ministry prepares to repatriate 720 Indonesians stranded in the Middle East following the US-Iran ceasefire. Read the latest evacuation updates and flight details here.
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Jakarta Governor Urges Calm Amid Rising Global Commodity Prices
Governor Pramono Anung urges Jakarta residents to avoid panic buying despite rising food and plastic prices. Read the full economic update and market analysis here.
Economy
Indonesia Guarantees Stable Fertilizer Prices Amid Middle East Tensions
Pupuk Indonesia CEO Rahmad Pribadi guarantees that subsidized fertilizer prices (HET) will not rise despite the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Read the news for the latest price list.
Economy
INACA Proposes Higher Fuel Surcharge and Airfare Caps Amid Avtur Spike
NACA is pushing for an increase in fuel surcharges and domestic airfare caps (TBA) due to a 72% spike in avtur prices. Read the news for the full industry report.
Economy
Trade Minister Seeks Alternative Naphtha Sources Amid Middle East Disruptions
Trade Minister Budi Santoso announced plans to find alternative naphtha sources for plastic production amid Middle East supply issues. Read the news for details.
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2026 Pilgrimage Departures Remain on Schedule: Hajj Minister
Hajj Minister Mochamad Irfan Yusuf confirms the 2026 Hajj departure schedule starts April 22. Read the news for budget and security updates.
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In-Person Classes to Resume at Schools Nationwide Following Eid Break: Education Ministry
Education Minister Abdul Mu'ti confirms in-person classes will resume after the Eid holiday, canceling hybrid learning plans. Read the news for official education updates.
Economy
Rupiah Weakens as Hormuz Strait Blockade Persists Amid Geopolitical Tensions
The Rupiah falls to Rp16,920 per USD as the Strait of Hormuz closure keeps oil prices high. Read the news for analyst insights and geopolitical updates.
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Hajj Ministry Confirms 2026 Hajj Pilgrimage Departures Remain on Track
Hajj Minister Mochamad Irfan Yusuf confirms 2026 Hajj departures will proceed as scheduled starting April 22. Read the news for updates on flight safety and Saudi coordination.
Economy
Government Implements Weekly WFH to Cut Fuel Consumption Post-Eid
The Indonesian government mandates a one-day WFH policy post-Eid 2026 to save fuel and maintain economic stability. Read the news for implementation details.
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Government Prepares WFH Scheme to Counter Surging Oil Prices
Government to implement a post-Lebaran WFH scheme to reduce fuel consumption amid rising oil prices. Read the official 2026 economic policy report.
