Selling Influence over the Medan Block
Jokowi’s son-in-law, Bobby Nasution is caught up in alleged bribery involving a mining permit in North Maluku. He is accused of selling his influence.
Search Result “I Gusti Ngurah Crisna Adijaya”
Helicopter Service Business Expanding in Indonesia
Driven by corporate demand, helicopter business opportunities continue to grow. Operators are increasingly expanding their fleets.
Economy Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
Different Treatment of Rohingya Refugees in Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia
Rohingya refugees in Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines are treated differently than those in Indonesia.
Asean & Beyond Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
Solutions for Rohingya Refugees in Indonesia
The increasingly overcrowded refugee camps demand improvements in the mechanisms for handling Rohingya refugees. The number of refugees continues to rise.
Asean & Beyond Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
Jokowi’s Legacy: An Inefficient Economy
Prabowo Subianto is inheriting an inefficient economy. Yet his new administration is likely to follow Jokowi’s economic model.
Market Pulse Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
PDI-P’s People in the New Cabinet
Megawati reportedly did not approve of PDI-P cadres entering Prabowo’s cabinet. She chose Pramono Anung to communicate with Prabowo.
Cover Story Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
Barito Renewables Energy’s IPO Violation
The Stock Exchange detects alleged violations in the IPO of Barito Renewables Energy. There are indications of maneuvering around public shareholding requirements.
Economy Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
President Jokowi’s Polished Images
Jokowi is like a king reluctant to relinquish his crown. Nearing retirement, he is still trying to improve his image.
Opinion Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
Sinarmas in Taspen Investment Losses
The KPK is investigating Taspen’s investment losses. Sinarmas is behind the transaction.
Economy Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
Illegal Fishing and Slavery Prevail Aboard Foreign Fishing Vessels
Illegal fishing and slavery continue to occur in Indonesian waters. Crew members are vulnerable to abuse.
Investigation Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
Minister of Communication and Informatics Budi Arie Setiadi: I don’t want it to be in the form of an ad
Tempo’s interview with Minister of Communication and Informatics Budi Arie Setiadi about Jokowi’s campaign before the end of his tenure.
Cover Story Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
Obstacles to the Provision of Inclusive Public Transportation
Jakarta is striving to provide inclusive transportation, but challenges remain, from funding issues to construction oversight.
Special Report Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
The Illegal Gold Miner Scapegoats
Officials are all trying to avoid responsibility for illegal gold mining in protected forests. The dangers to the environment and to health are being ignored.
Opinion Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
Disasters at the Illegal Gold Mines
Illegal gold mines that collapsed in Solok Regency, West Sumatra, damage the Batanghari watershed. Authorities are suspected of protecting investors.
Environment Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs And Investment Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan: I Don’t Even Own A Nickel Mine
Luhut explains his close ties with Jokowi, and the plans of the president-elect Prabowo. This is his first interview with Tempo after the one on the Panama Papers eight years ago.
Interview Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
VIVA’s Maneuvers on the Brink of Bankruptcy
VIVA Group is facing a restructuring process under a debt payment suspension scheme and is threatened with bankruptcy. There are maneuvers to lobby creditors and reduce debt.
Economy Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
Inauguration of DPR Members
With old faces still occupying more than half the seats, can DPR members be trusted to speak up and truly represent the people’s voice?
Letters Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
The Drug Baron Training Institutions
The police arrested a drug baron who was operating from inside a prison. It is a chronic problem that remains unsolved.
Opinion Monday, September 30, 2024 Edition
How Dredging Sea Sand and Sediments Impact Marine Ecosystem
The government plans to dredge 17.6 billion cubic meters of sea sand and sediment, altering the landscape and destroying marine life.
Cover Story Monday, September 30, 2024 Edition
Trade Minister Zulkifli Hasan: Prabowo Will Implement Bureaucracy Similar to the New Order
Trade Minister Zulkifli Hasan on the issues ranging from sea sand export policy to Prabowo Subianto’s bureaucratic management style.
Interview Monday, September 30, 2024 Edition
The Middle-Income Trap in Indonesia
Indonesia is poised to fall into the middle-income trap. Only a few people enjoy the economy pie.
Market Pulse Monday, September 30, 2024 Edition
Political Battles in the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce
The hand of the government is apparent in Kadin’s internal conflict between Arsjad Rasjid and Anindya Bakrie. This has no effect on the public.
Opinion Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
Clear the Land First, Environmental Impact Assessment Later
The clearing of forests for the food estate project does not yet have an environmental impact assessment. It will be issued later.
Cover Story Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
Why Do We Import Rice?
Why do we still import rice from Vietnam? Is Indonesia not an agricultural country?
Letters Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
Profit Opportunities After Interest Rate Cut
The Fed and Bank Indonesia cut rates, allowing the banks to gain maximum profit.
Market Pulse Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
It is Time to Forget Jokowi
The PDI-P should distance itself from the Prabowo factor in the regional head elections and also refuse to enter into coalition with Prabowo. For the sake of democracy.
Opinion Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Fractures in the Indonesia Onward Coalition
Two rivals in Jakarta’s upcoming regional elections are sharpening their winning strategies. There is a rift in the Indonesia Onward Coalition.
National Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Conflict of Interest of KPK Leadership Candidates
News summary on the conflict of interest of KPK leadership candidates and 44 ministries in Prabowo’s government.
News Capsule Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Saving Regional Languages Using Artificial Intelligence
The Language Agency uses artificial intelligence to preserve endangered regional languages, starting with the creation of a vast corpus data.
Science & Technology Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Investors Pushing for Energy Transition, Power Wheeling Scheme
Foreign companies are urging President Joko Widodo to implement the power wheeling scheme. The private sector is pushing to hasten the energy transition.
Cover Story Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
In the Toilet
Toilets can reveal the human behavior of any country. We only obey the law because it is guarded by humans.
Marginalia Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
The Pope and the Irony of Our Leaders
Pope Francis was enthusiastically welcomed on his visit to Indonesia. It was the simple journey of a religious leader and campaigner for social justice.
Opinion Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
The Relationship of Indonesia and the Vatican
Indonesia and the Vatican enjoyed a good relationship long before the Pope’s visit. The Vatican reportedly helped Indonesia lobby the European Union.
Cover Story Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
The Pope’s Apostolic Visit to Indonesia
Pope Francis received a warm welcome on his visit to Indonesia. Appearing with simplicity, he brought a mission of inter-faith dialogue.
Cover Story Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
Rhino Horns Trading Syndicate in Indonesia
The Environment Ministry thwarted the sale of Javan rhino horns in Palembang. This is linked to a network of Ujung Kulon rhino poachers.
Law Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
Capital Injections in Gibran and Kaesang’s Startups
Startups owned by Gibran Rakabuming Raka and Kaesang Pangarep are flooded with venture capital injections. Assisted by a presidential advisor.
Economy Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
Palace Interference in the Jakarta Gubernatorial Election
The PDI-P canceled its plan to nominate Anies Baswedan for the Jakarta gubernatorial election. Pressure came in the form of legal cases and revisions to the MD3 Law.
Cover Story Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
Chair of the Indonesian Bishops’ Conference: The Church is Never Neutral
Chair of the Presidium of the Indonesian Bishops' Conference (KWI) Monsignor Antonius Subianto Bunjamin spoke about the preparations for Pope Francis’ visit.
Interview Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
Police Official Involved in Tin Corruption in Bangka Belitung
The trial of the defendants in the tin corruption case revealed the involvement of Brig. Gen. Mukti Juharsa. He evaded scrutiny from the Attorney General’s Office.
Law Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
BPK Members’ Inclination to Corruption
The selection process for BPK members is under scrutiny following multiple instances of its leaders being implicated in corruption cases. The selection process is deemed to be lax.
Economy Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
PDI-P Challenges Candidates Supported by the Palace
The Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDIP) strives to counter candidates supported by the Palace. It is an early projection for the 2029 General Elections.
Cover Story Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
The Inevitable Transition to Nuclear Energy
The transition to nuclear energy must be accelerated to meet the ever-increasing demand for electricity. It is more environmentally friendly.
Opinion Monday, August 26, 2024 Edition
Jokowi’s Illusion, Prabowo’s Burden
Prabowo Subianto has nothing to gain by supporting Jokowi’s reckless destruction of democracy. It will be a burden for his administration.
Opinion Monday, August 26, 2024 Edition
PDI-P and Anies Baswedan in the Jakarta Gubernatorial Election
The PDI-P will be nominating Anies Baswedan in the Jakarta gubernatorial election. A popular candidate against Jokowi’s coalition.
Cover Story Monday, August 26, 2024 Edition
Manpower Minister Ida Fauziyah: Vocational Education is Contributing to Unemployment
Minister of Manpower Ida Fauziyah explains the issues surrounding the mass layoffs in the industrial sector.
Interview Monday, August 19, 2024 Edition
Concerns over Mandatory Vehicle Third-Party Liability Insurance
The government continues with its plan to make vehicle insurance and third-party liability insurance compulsory. There is suspicion that insurance is used to collect money from the public.
Economy Monday, August 19, 2024 Edition
Indonesia
The definition of “Indonesia” transcends old walls. Indonesians are anyone who considers it their homeland.
Marginalia Monday, August 19, 2024 Edition
The Plan for a PDI-P-PKB Coalition
The PDI-P plans to nominate Anies Baswedan in the Jakarta gubernatorial election and is preparing to face candidates supported by Jokowi in other regions.
Cover Story Monday, August 12, 2024 Edition
The Rise of Cheap Cigarettes due to Increased Tax
Consumers are downtrading their cigarette choices as tax rates rise, leading to an increase in cheap cigarettes and a persistent smoking prevalence.
Economy Monday, August 12, 2024 Edition
The Plan to Impose Tax on Sweetened Beverage Products
The government revives plans to impose taxes on sweetened beverages and other food products. There are also plans to implement a color-coded label as a replacement for the tax.
Economy Monday, August 12, 2024 Edition
Indonesian Migrant Workers in Online Gambling and Scamming Businesses in Cambodia
Victims of human trafficking for online gambling and scamming in Cambodia claimed of being forced to work 12-hour shifts and being beaten. Recruitment is still ongoing.
Law Monday, August 12, 2024 Edition
The Risk When the Central Bank Is Not Independent
The financial market optimism on the Fed’s stance is beginning to falter. There are indications that Donald Trump will influence the Fed’s independence.
Market Pulse Monday, August 12, 2024 Edition
The Threat of Extinction of the Irrawaddy Dolphin
A series of deaths of Irrawaddy dolphins is a warning that this rare animal is increasingly under threat. Extinction is only a matter of time.
Opinion Monday, August 5, 2024 Edition
Time for PDI-P to Go into Opposition
Jokowi’s betrayal of the PDI-P should serve as a lesson: politics is not about seeking power, but trying to bring about democracy.
Opinion Monday, August 5, 2024 Edition
PDI-P-Gerindra Coalition in Regional Head Elections
The PDI-P opens itself up to supporting Prabowo Subianto. Testing the water through the simultaneous regional head elections.
Cover Story Monday, August 5, 2024 Edition
Former Head of the Health Crisis Center, Health Ministry, Budi Sylvana: I Was Considered as the Troublemaker
Personal protective equipment corruption suspect, Budi Sylvana, denied inflicting up to Rp300 billion of losses to the state. He revealed the roles of other officials in the case.
Law Monday, August 5, 2024 Edition
Anindya Bakrie: Our Sports Are Indeed Not Yet Financially Independent
Chair of the Indonesian contingent, Anindya Bakrie, explains the team’s medal target in the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Interview Monday, August 5, 2024 Edition
New Regulations on Local Content Requirement in Solar Power Industry
The government revises regulations on solar panel and photovoltaic power station’s local content requirement. Investors are hesitant due to unreasonable requirements.
Economy Monday, August 5, 2024 Edition
Indonesia’s Debt Ceiling Exceeded, Rupiah Struggles
Government debt breached the limit. Markets await a signal of prudent fiscal management from the incoming president.
Market Pulse Monday, August 5, 2024 Edition
Government’s Performance in Democracy, Law and Human Rights Sectors Is Unsatisfactory
Interview with Presidential Chief of Staff Moeldoko on the critical human rights record in 10 years of the Jokowi administration.
Interview Monday, July 29, 2024 Edition
Retno Marsudi: Our Role Is to Establish Bridges
Retno Marsudi dismissed the idea that the government is merely meddling foreign affairs. She emphasized that Indonesia is a trusted partner on the international stage.
Special Report Monday, July 29, 2024 Edition
Indonesia’s Vain Foreign Diplomacy
As the country attempts to mediate major issues, Indonesia’s foreign policy appears vibrant but lacks a strong foundation.
Special Report Monday, July 29, 2024 Edition
Catching Defamers Using Catchall Articles in ITE Law
Various cases of hacking and freedom of expression violations are rampant during Jokowi’s presidency. Victims range from public figures to ordinary people.
Special Report Monday, July 29, 2024 Edition
Weakening of Democratic Institutions
The structure of Indonesian democracy is weakening because its foundations are being undermined. A Javanese word to describe the situation is nglimpe, which is to deceive secretly.
Letters Monday, July 29, 2024 Edition
Suspected Cosmetic Ingredients in our Bread
Two bread brands, Aoka and Okko, are suspected of using dangerous preservatives. The response from the BPOM is worrying.
Opinion Monday, July 22, 2024 Edition
What Next After the Dissolution of Jamaah Islamiyah
The dissolution of Jamaah Islamiyah does not mean the terrorist threat disappears. We must remain vigilant.
Opinion Monday, July 22, 2024 Edition
IDI Chief: Foreign Doctors Cannot Enter Indiscriminately
Chair of IDI, Mohammad Adib Khumaidi, discusses the polemic over the plan to allow foreign doctors to practice in Indonesia. He emphasizes stringent regulations are necessary.
Interview Monday, July 22, 2024 Edition
Senior Member of Jamaah Islamiyah Apologizing for Past Terror Acts
Senior member of Jamaah Islamiyah explains the reasons for dissolving the organization.
Law Monday, July 22, 2024 Edition
Jamaah Islamiyah’s Dissolution
The idea of dissolving Jamaah Islamiyah emerged over the past few years. The group is learning about jihad from new books and foreign Islamic scholars.
Law Monday, July 22, 2024 Edition
Jamaah Islamiyah Dissolution after Three Decades
Densus 88 Anti Terrror proactively facilitated the dissolution of Jamaah Islamiyah. Members still keep weapons and other dangerous munition.
Law Monday, July 22, 2024 Edition
Rupiah Strengthens on Debt Injection
The rupiah strengthened due to the significant US dollar inflow from the government’s debt proceeds. Unfortunately, this might be temporary.
Market Pulse Monday, July 22, 2024 Edition
Poor Regulations and the Collapse of the Textile Industry
There is another wave of layoffs in the textile industry. This is the result of poor coordination between ministries when drawing up regulations.
Opinion Monday, July 15, 2024 Edition
Indonesia, the World’s Open Drug Market
Indonesia is still one of the largest markets for global drugs. There is overlapping law enforcement from the BNN and the National Police.
Opinion Monday, July 15, 2024 Edition
DPR Investigates Special Haj Quota Issues
A Special Committee at the DPR is investigating the quota for the special haj category for the 2024 haj pilgrimage. It is suspected that the Religious Affairs Minister is being targeted to prevent his reappointment to the cabinet.
Cover Story Monday, July 15, 2024 Edition
2024 Haj Issues and Mismanagement
During the 2024 haj pilgrimage in Mina, some pilgrims were forced to sleep in cramped conditions. Some of accompanying haj officials did not go through a selection process.
Cover Story Monday, July 15, 2024 Edition
The Environmental Impacts of IKN Project to Neighboring Island
Development for the IKN project is impacting Central Sulawesi. The excavation of rock and sand is becoming increasingly massive to supply construction materials for the new capital city.
Environment Monday, July 15, 2024 Edition
Curbing the Influx of Cheap Goods
Imported clothing products tend to be cheaper than local products. Certain policies make manufacturers in other countries more competitive.
Economy Monday, July 15, 2024 Edition
Indonesia’s Textile Industry Hit by a Flood of Imported Textiles
Mass layoffs hit the textile industry. The latest import regulation triggered a flood of textile imports, causing the local industry to collapse.
Economy Monday, July 15, 2024 Edition
Indonesia Becomes a Global Drug Market
The BNN indicates Indonesia is a potential market for international drug networks. An interview with the Chief of the National Narcotics Agency (BNN), Comr. Gen. Marthinus Hukom.
Law Monday, July 15, 2024 Edition
El Chapo Drug Cartel of Mexico Invades Indonesia’s Market
International drug networks are invading Indonesia. The Sinaloa Cartel from Mexico delivered methamphetamine concealed in a ceramic package.
Law Monday, July 15, 2024 Edition
Director of Human Resources at the Education Ministry, Lukman: All Parties Were Involved
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology clarified the matter of the network of professor assessment teams. It is suspected that journals were engineered in addition to suspicious transactions.
Investigation Monday, July 8, 2024 Edition
Professorship Scandal Involving Predatory Journals and Team of Assessors
The professorship of various public figures and officials appear to be problematic. Their titles were earned thanks to certain assessors and predatory journals.
Investigation Monday, July 8, 2024 Edition
Impacts of Rupiah Fluctuations and Rising Government Debts
CEO of BCA, Jahja Setiaatmadja, explains the impacts of volatile exchange rates, rising government debt, and how the market awaits the new cabinet.
Interview Monday, July 8, 2024 Edition
Anies Baswedan’s Chances in Jakarta Regional Head Election Increase
Chances for Anies Baswedan to run in the Jakarta regional head election are beginning to open up. A number of political parties support Prabowo Subianto intend to nominate Anies.
National Monday, July 8, 2024 Edition
How the IKN and Free Meal Programs Drain the State Budget
The biggest budget absorbers in 2025 will be the development of the new capital city and the free nutritious meal program. A great number of civil servants will soon relocate.
Economy Monday, July 8, 2024 Edition
Imminent Danger of Rice Crisis
Rice production is predicted to drop dramatically this year, potentially leading to a rice crisis and triggering inflation and an economic crisis.
Market Pulse Monday, July 8, 2024 Edition
Import Ban and Restriction Policy Causes Airlines to Limp
A new regulation concerning the purchase of aircraft components gives rise to a new problem for airlines. The TKDN policy is being wrongly applied.
Opinion Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
The Impacts of Karen Agustiawan's Sentence on the Business Decisions of SOE Directors
The guilty verdict for Karen Agustiawan shows that in Indonesia, even business decisions can easily lead to prosecution. This will have a long-term negative impact on our economy.
Opinion Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
Communication and Informatics Minister Budi Arie Setiadi: This Attack Has Paralyzed Us
Communication and Informatics Minister Budi Arie explains the cyberattack on the Temporary National Data Center. He dismisses allegations of negligence.
Interview Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
Police Involvement in the Death of Afif Maulana in Padang
Thirteen-year-old Afif Maulana was found dead under a bridge in Padang, West Sumatra. He had allegedly been tortured by the police.
Law Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
Infinite Earth’s Response Regarding Ecosystem Restoration
Infinite Earth responds regarding the revocation of Rimba Raya Conservation’s ecosystem restoration permit.
Letters Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
Opportunities for the Aviation Industry amidst High Maintenance and Operational Costs
Aviation industry players are strategizing under pressure. Hoping for an upswing to focus on services.
Economy Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
Aircraft Components Import Bans and Restrictions Hold Airlines Hostage
Airlines are suffocating from the high costs of maintenance and operations. The consequence of regulatory bans and restrictions on aircraft components.
Economy Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
Industries Impacted by the Rising Dollar Exchange Rate
The rising exchange rate of the US dollar is causing business problems. Hedging efforts are of little help when the rupiah is very weak.
Economy Monday, June 24, 2024 Edition
Indonesia’s E-Commerce Business Competition
The merger between Tokopedia and TikTok Shop shifts the e-commerce business competition. The new entity is competing with Shopee.
Economy Monday, June 24, 2024 Edition
Monsignor Ignatius Suharyo: Don’t Bring Religion into Business
Ignatius Suharyo explains the Catholic Church’s stance on the planned issuance of mining permits to mass organizations. He considers mining activities destructive to the environment.
Interview Monday, June 24, 2024 Edition
The Invasions in Our National Parks
Invasive alien species are attacking dozens of national parks in Indonesia. This is a serious threat that could have a negative impact on the ecosystem.
Opinion Monday, June 17, 2024 Edition
BP Tapera Commissioner Explains the Controversial Income Cut for Housing Savings
BP Tapera Commissioner, Heru Pudyo Nugroho, explains the compulsory 3 percent cut of monthly income for the public housing savings scheme.
Interview Monday, June 17, 2024 Edition
Alien Plant Invasion in National Parks
Invasive alien plant species are infesting many national parks in Indonesia. There is no comprehensive solution yet.
Environment Monday, June 17, 2024 Edition
BLBI Obligor Travelled Abroad Despite Travel Ban
Despite still owing debts, the Bank Indonesia Liquidity Assistance obligor Marimutu Sinivasan managed to go abroad. He took advantage of a loophole in the travel ban system of the Immigration Office.
Law Monday, June 17, 2024 Edition
Hymns of Gusti Ngurahs Death
I Gusti Ngurah Made Agung, the leader of Puputan, was a man of letters. He wrote many hymns, including the one translated in commemoration of the Puputan centennial.