Wina Ningsih Kuswadi, a 43-year-old domestic worker, anticipated improved working conditions following a speech by President Prabowo Subianto in 2025. President Subianto promised the passage of the Domestic Workers Protection Bill during the Labor Day commemoration. Hopes Diminish as Bill Stalls Wina, who has been following the bill’s progress, believes it contains provisions for working … Read more
Indonesia’s Corruption Crisis Deepens: A Look at the Prabowo-Gibran Era Indonesia’s fight against corruption appears to be losing ground, with the country’s Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) score falling to 34 in 2025 – a three-point drop from the previous year. This decline, coupled with a ten-place fall in global ranking to 109th out of 182 … Read more
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto affirmed the role of the country’s Muslim community as a global example of peace and social harmony on Saturday, February 7, 2026. He stated that Indonesian Muslims prioritize peace and justice, rejecting hatred. President Prabowo Calls for Unity Prabowo made these remarks during the inauguration of the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) … Read more
Irregularities have been discovered by the Supreme Audit Institution (BPK) regarding the Fakfak Fertilizer Industrial Zone, and allegations of abuse of power have surfaced against Bahlil Lahadalia. National Strategic Projects Under Scrutiny National Strategic Projects are facing increased scrutiny and may be remembered as a problematic legacy of the administrations of Joko Widodo and Prabowo … Read more
Indonesian President Prabowo departed for the United Kingdom today, Sunday, January 18, 2025, from Halim Perdanakusuma airbase in Jakarta. He is scheduled to meet with King Charles III and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. High-Level Meetings Scheduled The President’s departure was attended by a number of high-ranking Indonesian officials, including Vice President Gibran Rakabuming, Deputy … Read more
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced plans to extend central government programs, including a free nutritious meal initiative, to all regions of Papua. The announcement came during a briefing with six governors and 42 regents from across Papua on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Expanding Nutritional Support The free nutritious meal program (MBG) is intended to serve … Read more
President Prabowo Subianto gathered Papua’s provincial governors, regents, community representatives and members of the Executive Committee for the Acceleration of Special Autonomy Development for Papua at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on Tuesday, 16 December 2025. Key Details of the Meeting Deputy Minister of Home Affairs and committee member Ribka Haluk reported that six provincial governors and … Read more
Indonesia’s Evolving Leadership: Projecting Future Trends in Governance and Diplomacy Recent appointments across key Indonesian government positions, from heads of vital agencies to ambassadors, signal the nation’s strategic priorities and future trajectory. Analyzing these moves provides valuable insight into potential trends in Indonesian governance, economic development, and international relations. Navigating Coastal Development and Resource Management … Read more
Indonesia’s Infrastructure Boom: A Look at Future Trends and Potential Impacts Indonesia, under the leadership of President Prabowo Subianto, is poised to continue its ambitious infrastructure development plans, with a significant focus on expanding its road network. The 2026 budget proposal outlines substantial investments in transportation infrastructure, signaling a commitment to boosting connectivity and driving … Read more
Nusantara‘s Future: Navigating Challenges and Charting a Course for Indonesia’s New Capital Indonesia’s ambitious project to relocate its capital to Nusantara (IKN) continues to generate significant discussion and debate. While President Prabowo Subianto’s administration has signaled its commitment to the project, questions remain about its feasibility, financing, and long-term impact. Budget Realities: Balancing Ambition with … Read more