Government to Cut Off Social Aid for Online Gambling Offenders
Indonesian government to revoke social aid for recipients caught gambling online, following PPATK findings of widespread misuse involving Rp 957 billion.
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RI’s 2026 Foreign Policy to Prioritize Diplomacy, Economic Strategy, and Citizen Protection
Indonesia’s 2026 foreign policy will prioritize diplomacy, economic leadership, and digital transformation for protecting citizens abroad. Learn more.
National
SAR Operation for KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya Victims Extended
Basarnas extends SAR efforts for KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya ferry victims by 3 days as 25 people remain missing. 30 rescued, 10 dead confirmed.
Economy
Minister Erick Outlines SOEs Supervisory Role After Danantara Launch
SOE Minister Erick Thohir clarifies Danantara’s role and outlines the Ministry’s oversight duties following the latest SOE management law update.
National
63 Sekolah Rakyat Set to Launch on 14 July 2025: Social Affairs Minister
Indonesia to launch 63 Sekolah Rakyat centers on July 14 to support poor families, as part of President Prabowo’s educational priority program.
Criminal
Damai Cartenz Task Force Hands Over Officer Who Sold Ammunition to Prosecutors
A Papuan police officer who admitted to selling ammunition since 2017 has been handed over to Wamena prosecutors. Task force enforces strict accountability.
Criminal
Damai Cartenz Task Force Tracks Down Armed Group Behind Arson in Puncak Regency
Damai Cartenz Task Force hunts armed group after arson attack on government buildings in Papua’s Puncak Regency; security remains tense but stable.
Criminal
Central Jakarta Police Investigate Diplomat’s Death Using CCTV and Witness Testimony
Jakarta police investigate the mysterious death of a Foreign Ministry diplomat found with head wrapped in duct tape. CCTV, witnesses, and autopsy underway.
National
East Java Police Deploy 31 DVI Officers to Identify Ferry Victims
East Java Police deploy 31 DVI specialists to identify victims of KMP Tunu Pratama ferry tragedy in Bali Strait. 30 rescued, 8 dead, 27 still missing.
Culture
Pacu Jalur Listed as National Intangible Heritage: Culture Minister
Indonesia’s Minister of Culture confirms Pacu Jalur boat race is officially listed as national intangible cultural heritage, as the tradition gains popularity on TikTok.
National
INP Accelerate 200 Nutrition Centers to Support Free Meal Program
Indonesian National Police speeds up the creation of 200 Nutrition Units (SPPG) to back President Prabowo’s Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program by end of 2025.
Economy
No Discount: President Trump Maintains 32% Import Tariff on Indonesia
President Trump confirms a 32% import tariff on Indonesian goods starting 1 August 2025, despite ongoing negotiations. Retaliation may trigger even higher U.S. tariffs.
