Finance Minister Confident Indonesia’s Economy Will Hit 5.5% in 2025, Property Sector Tipped as Key Driver
Finance Minister targets 5.5% growth in 2025, with property, consumption, and stimulus seen as key economic drivers. Learn more.
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Strong 6.5-Magnitude Quake Jolts Sumenep, Shakes Madura Island
A magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck off Sumenep, East Java, shaking Madura Island but posing no tsunami threat. Read the latest update here.
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Karimun Police Probe Suspected Food Poisoning in Free Meal Program
Police in Karimun investigate suspected food poisoning from Indonesia’s Free Nutritious Meal program after students fell ill. Read the full update.
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Metro Jaya Police Launch 28 ‘Anti-Drug Villages’ in Crackdown on Narcotics
Metro Jaya Police roll out 28 anti-drug villages to fight narcotics trafficking, arresting over 2,300 suspects in three months. Read the full story.
Economy
Indonesia, Switzerland Boost Economic Ties Ahead of 75th Diplomatic Anniversary
Indonesia and Switzerland step up economic ties through JETC talks in Jakarta, paving the way for new investments and trade growth ahead of 75 years of relations. Read more.
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BPOM Lab Finds E. Coli in MBG Meals After Students Fall Ill: Mataram Police
Mataram police confirm E. Coli bacteria in free school meals after Lombok students fell ill, but probe continues to determine liability. Read the full report.
Defense
NGOs and Media Key to Shielding Indonesia from Information Warfare: Defense Ministry
Indonesia’s Defense Ministry urges NGOs and media to strengthen resilience against information warfare through fact-checking and collaboration.
National
INP Chief Oversees Handover of Intelligence Chief and Brimob Commander
Indonesian Police Chief Gen. Listyo Sigit Prabowo leads leadership handover at intelligence and Brimob units, marking retirements and new appointments. Read the full story.
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Damai Cartenz Task Force Uncovers Ammunition Supply Network for KKB
Indonesia’s Damai Cartenz Task Force arrests two members of an ammunition supply chain linked to an armed separatist group in Papua.
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Radiation Alert: Govt Locks Down Cikande Industrial Estate Over Cesium-137 Leak
Indonesia declares a radiation incident at Cikande Industrial Estate after Cesium-137 contamination, tightening access and starting decontamination. Read the full update.
Economy
Freeport Agrees to Hand Over 12% Stake to Indonesia for Free: Danantara
Freeport-McMoRan agrees to transfer 12% of its shares in PT Freeport Indonesia to the government free of charge, boosting state ownership to 63% by 2041. Read the details here.
National
Officers Must Serve, Not Intimidate, the Public INP Education and Training Institute Chief
Indonesia’s police education and training chief urges officers to reject arrogance and serve with empathy and integrity, stressing trust-building with the public. Read the full story.
