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Indonesia’s Visa Scandal Risks Scaring Off Talent and Investors

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Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has arrested eight high-ranking immigration officials, including former deputy minister Silmy Karim, for allegedly operating a systemic extortion scheme. Between 2022 and 2026, officials and visa agents reportedly collected 145.5 billion rupiah (US$8 million) in illicit fees from foreigners seeking residency and work permits. Observers warn the scandal could hinder … Read more

China’s Risks in Prabowo’s Controversial Free Meal Program

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Indonesian authorities have arrested the former head of the National Nutrition Agency, Dadan Hindayana, and two former deputies amid a corruption investigation into President Prabowo Subianto’s flagship Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program. The arrests follow allegations that officials manipulated the selection of meal distribution center contractors and engaged in procurement markups, according to the Center … Read more

Prabowo Appoints New BGN Leadership and Manpower Advisor

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President Prabowo Subianto officially inaugurated Nanik S. Deyang as the new head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) at the State Palace on Monday. During the same ceremony, Agustina Arumsari and Trenggono were sworn in as deputy heads of the agency, which is responsible for executing the president’s flagship Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program. Did … Read more

Prabowo’s Travel-Heavy Diplomacy Under Scrutiny Amid Indonesia’s Budget Cuts

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In the halls of power, there is a growing debate: Is the frequent overseas travel of Indonesia’s leadership a sign of excess, or is it a masterclass in high-stakes geopolitical maneuvering? While critics point to domestic budget constraints and the optics of expensive diplomatic trips, a deeper look at the numbers suggests a much more … Read more

Prabowo Vows Corruption Crackdown in National Free Meal Program

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President Prabowo Subianto has issued a stern warning to thousands of partners involved in Indonesia’s flagship free nutritious meals program, calling for total honesty and an end to corruption. This directive follows the sudden dismissal and subsequent detention of top leadership within the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) over alleged misconduct. Corruption Allegations and Leadership Changes … Read more

Why Grab and Gojek Drivers Fear Bali’s No-Go Zones

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An Australian tourist in her mid-thirties, Katie Williams, experienced unexpected difficulty securing transport in Canggu after a Grab driver refused to meet her at her requested location. Despite Williams explaining that her elderly parents struggled to walk in the heat, the driver responded that it was “too dangerous” to come to her. Following two additional … Read more

Indonesian Clerics Defend Prabowo’s Eid Sacrifice Funding

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Indonesia’s government has faced scrutiny over its use of state funds to purchase sacrificial cattle for Eid al-Adha, but the country’s top Islamic authority has ruled the practice permissible under Islamic law. The Majelis Ulama Indonesia (MUI), the nation’s highest Islamic clerical body, issued a statement defending President Prabowo Subianto’s decision to allocate more than … Read more

President Prabowo Subianto Purchases Qurbani Animal from Irfan Hakim

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The Rise of Celebrity-Led Livestock: Why Premium Qurban is Becoming a High-End Trend The landscape of the Qurban market is shifting. No longer just a traditional religious obligation, the procurement of sacrificial animals has evolved into a curated experience. High-profile figures, including Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, are increasingly turning to trusted, professional-grade farms—like Irfan Hakim’s … Read more

Indonesia’s Rideshare Kingpin Faces Trial: What’s at Stake for Gojek and the Country

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Indonesian prosecutors have sought an 18-year prison sentence for Nadiem Anwar Makarim, the co-founder of ride-hailing and payments platform Gojek and former education minister, in a corruption case tied to the procurement of Chromebook laptops for schools during the COVID-19 pandemic. The trial, which began on May 13, 2026, centers on allegations that Makarim manipulated … Read more

What to know about May Day demonstrations as workers face rising energy costs due to Iran war

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The Evolution of Labor: Where Workers’ Rights Are Heading in an Unstable World The global landscape of operate is shifting. From the streets of Paris and Seoul to the digital hubs of the United States, the core demands of the working class—fair pay, stability, and dignity—remain constant, but the catalysts are changing. We are moving … Read more

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