President Prabowo Subianto attributed rising lung cancer rates among non-smoking young people to exposure from rust, asbestos, and various chemicals during a speech in Central Java on Thursday, July 30, 2026. Health experts confirm that asbestos is a known carcinogen linked to the disease, but state that scientific evidence does not link rusted zinc to … Read more
Indonesia faces a growing period of electoral uncertainty as lawmakers delay discussions on the crucial Election Bill that will determine how the country conducts its 2029 national and local polls, according to analysis from M. Nurul Fajri of Universitas Andalas. The delay threatens preparations for the upcoming elections, raising critical concerns over legal certainty, institutional … Read more
Indonesian labor rights activist Said Iqbal has reported the kidnapping and torture of three employees at a printing company in Senen, Central Jakarta, to President Prabowo Subianto. The victims—identified as MRJ, TS, and AS—were allegedly held captive, shackled, and denied food by seven suspects for 21 days starting June 5, 2026, following accusations of workplace … Read more
President Prabowo Subianto is seeking to reduce the multi-decade waiting period for Indonesian Hajj pilgrims, according to Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives (DPR) Cucun Ahmad Syamsurijal. Following a June 17, 2026, meeting in Hambalang, West Java, officials confirmed the administration aims to standardize wait times at 26 years while exploring new schemes to … Read more
On Monday, June 15, 2026, student organizations across Indonesia launched protests in Jakarta directed at government policies, while a separate aviation tragedy in Brazil claimed the life of American performer Oliver Tree. Demonstrators are gathering at multiple sites in Central Jakarta, including the State Palace, to voice opposition to policies enacted under the Prabowo administration. … Read more
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier arrived in Jakarta on June 15, 2026, to meet with President Prabowo Subianto. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties and address global geostrategic changes, according to German Ambassador Ralf Beste. The one-day trip includes discussions on logistics, technology, and industrial cooperation. What economic sectors will drive future Germany-Indonesia cooperation? The … Read more
President Prabowo Subianto and Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten held a phone conversation on Thursday, June 11, to discuss strengthening bilateral relations, trade, and regional security. According to the Indonesian Embassy in The Hague, the leaders focused on advancing the Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (I-EU CEPA) and reviewed geopolitical developments in the Middle … Read more
President Prabowo Subianto announced on Wednesday that Indonesia aims to achieve full energy self-sufficiency within three years. Speaking at the 18th HIPMI National Conference in 2026, the President identified energy independence as a primary pillar of his administration’s development agenda, stating that the government is working to secure these resources to bolster national economic resilience. … Read more
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
Students from the University of Indonesia’s Student Executive Body (BEM UI) staged a symbolic demonstration on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, officially declaring that reformasi—the nation’s era of democratic reform—is dead. The rally took place at the Depok Campus, centering around the iconic Tugu Makara landmark. Beginning around 5 p.m., students dressed in black as a … Read more