Lasting Peace Needs a Free Palestine and Security for Israel: President Prabowo
President Prabowo Subianto called for a free Palestine while stressing Israel’s security must be guaranteed for real peace. Read the full news here.
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Sports
President Prabowo Meets FIFA Chief Infantino, Pushes Bold Plan for Indonesian Football
President Prabowo Subianto met FIFA President Gianni Infantino in New York, focusing on advancing Indonesian football through infrastructure, youth, and professionalism. Read more here.
Sports
Indonesian Chess Star Shocks Tokyo, Wins Japan Championship 2025
Indonesian IM Arif Abdul Hafiz stunned the chess world by winning the Japan Chess Championship 2025 in Tokyo. Read the full story here.
Culture
UAE and Indonesia Double Down on Tolerance and Peace at Jakarta Forum
The UAE and Indonesia reaffirmed their joint commitment to tolerance and peace at the Indonesia International Book Fair 2025 in Jakarta. Read the full news.
Culture
Indonesia Declares National Comedy Day as Minister Fadli Zon Calls Humor a Tool for Criticism
Indonesia designates 27 September as National Comedy Day, with Culture Minister Fadli Zon calling comedy a neutral tool for criticism and cultural growth. Read more.
National
Jakarta Defends Free Meal Program Despite Mass Food Poisoning Outcry
Indonesia will keep its Free Nutritious Meal program running despite mass poisoning in West Bandung, pledging tighter oversight and swift improvements. Read more.
Criminal
Indonesian Police Foil Attempt to Smuggle 29 Migrant Workers by Sea
Indonesian Police intercepted a boat carrying 29 migrants bound for Malaysia, arresting the operator and rescuing passengers including an infant. Read the full report.
National
82 High-Risk Inmates Moved From Bali, East Java to Nusakambangan Island
The Directorate General of Corrections moved 82 high-risk inmates from Bali and East Java to Nusakambangan supermax prisons as part of efforts to tighten security and fight narcotics inside prisons. Read more..
National
INP Arrest Nearly 1,000 In 246 Cases Over August Riots
Indonesian police confirm 246 riot cases with nearly 1,000 suspects arrested, including minors. Suspects face charges from incitement to weapons offenses. Read the full report here.
Economy
Jakarta Cuts Local Taxes to Ease Burden on Citizens and Businesses
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung announces sweeping tax cuts on property, vehicles, advertising, and education to ease the burden on residents and businesses. Read the full story here.
Economy
SOEs Ministry Downgraded Into Administration Agency: Deputy House Speaker Dasco
Indonesia’s House of Representatives (DPR) plans to downgrade the Ministry of SOEs into a new body, citing overlapping functions with the state wealth fund. Read more here.
National
West Bandung Sees Another Mass Food Poisoning: 600+ Students Affected by MBG
More than 600 students in West Java have been hospitalized after eating meals from Indonesia’s Free Nutritious Meal program. Authorities are investigating the cause. Read the full report.
