Prabowo’s Mission to Save Sritex
Prabowo Subianto orders four ministers to rescue the bankrupt textile company Sritex. A potential bailout from the state is on the table.
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The Arrest of Tom Lembong
Former Trade Minister Thomas Lembong is arrested by the Attorney General’s Office over corruption allegations. When will other ministers be questioned?
Letters Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
Prabowo’s Oversized Cabinet
A number of problematic individuals are appointed to Prabowo Subianto’s cabinet. It will be difficult for the government to be effective in its first one or two years.
Opinion Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
Former North Maluku Governor Abdul Gani Kasuba’s Lawyer, Junaidi Umar: Kahiyang Ayu called my client
Former North Maluku Governor Abdul Gani Kasuba acknowledged meeting with Bobby Nasution but claimed he gained no advantage from it.
Law Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
Traces of Bobby Nasution in the “Medan Block”
Bobby Nasution is suspected of managing the Medan Block nickel mine since 2021. He met with Abdul Gani Kasuba before becoming the Mayor of Medan.
Law Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
The High Cost of Halal Label
Entrepreneurs complain about the costly and complicated halal certification process. They must pay monthly fees for supervision.
Economy Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
Old Players in the New Cabinet
Prabowo Subianto appointed ministers and deputy ministers with problematic backgrounds in his cabinet. Several of them are closely associated with businessman Haji Isam.
Cover Story Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
Lobbying for DPR Commission Leadership
The PDI-P received the most positions as leaders of the DPR working bodies. Surya Paloh met with Bahlil Lahadalia to discuss the allocation of commission chairs.
Cover Story Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
A Very Complicated Cabinet
The new ministries and agencies established by Prabowo Subianto cannot operate immediately. Some lack office space, have tight budgets, and are short on staff. The authority of the Haj and Umrah Organizing Agency even violates the law.
Cover Story Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
Mounting Pressure for Rupiah Globally and Domestically
The rupiah is weakening amid the power transition, with global factors also exerting heavy pressure.
Market Pulse Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
Doubts over Prabowo’s Human Rights Commitment
The phrase “human rights” was lost from Prabowo Subianto’s inauguration speech.
National Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
A Political Cabinet in Disarray
How did Prabowo Subianto decide on the composition of his cabinet? There are indications that several prospective ministers were proposed by tycoons.
Opinion Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
Jokowi’s Debt Legacy Burden on State-Owned Enterprises
The Joko Widodo administration leaves a heavy burden for state-owned enterprises. Many projects result in big debts.
Cover Story Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
Ministerial Candidates Entrusted by Jokowi and Gibran
President Jokowi entrusted his confidants to join Prabowo’s cabinet. Several ‘volunteers’ also received positions.
Cover Story Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
Capitalists Abound in Prabowo’s Bloated Cabinet
Prabowo Subianto formed a large cabinet to accommodate the interests of parties, businessmen, and his supporters. Mining entrepreneur Haji Isam is suspected of proposing several ministerial candidates.
Cover Story 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
Why Prabowo Selects Sri Mulyani as Finance Minister
Sri Mulyani and several economic ministers from Jokowi join Prabowo’s cabinet, with encouragement from two former presidents.
Cover Story Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
The Absence of Ministers at COP16 CBD
Indonesia’s delegation at COP16 CBD in Cali, Colombia, is not led by a minister. Biodiversity funding is at risk of not being agreed upon.
Environment Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
South Kalimantan Governor Sahbirin Noor’s Corruption
South Kalimantan Governor Sahbirin Noor is suspected of receiving commissions on three projects in the e-catalog. He has not been seen since being named a suspect.
Law Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
The Taspen Pension Fund Time Bomb
The KPK uncovered alleged embezzlement of the Taspen pension fund involving Sinarmas Sekuritas. The result of poor supervision by the OJK.
Opinion 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
How Differently-Abled People Monitored the Drafting of a Jakarta Bylaw
Jakarta's regulations were considered as failing to fulfill the aspirations of differently-abled people
Special Report Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
When Differently-Abled People Use Transjakarta Buses
Tempo accompanied several differently-abled people as they navigated public transportation in Jakarta.
Special Report 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
Holes in Jakarta Transportation for Differently-Abled People
Despite some improvements, much still needs to be done regarding access to public transport for people with disabilities.
Special Report Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
The Bakrie Group Debt Gamble
Instead of paying its debts, the Bakrie Group is suing 12 creditors. This could become a bad precedent for the investment climate.
Opinion Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
Reconciliation by the End of Term
President Joko Widodo is suspected of supporting the restoration of Suharto’s name, with a possibility of being declared a national hero.
Cover Story 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
Arbitrary Changes of Elected Candidates
Using a variety of pretexts, the political parties replace elected legislative candidates. This is a betrayal of the people’s choice.
Opinion Monday, September 30, 2024 Edition
US Ambassador, Kamal Shirin Lakhdhir: We Have Long Worked with Prabowo
United States Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir speaks about women, education, and Indonesia’s new administration.
International Monday, September 30, 2024 Edition
Sarana Pembangunan Riau and Kingswood Capital Dispute in Langgak Block
The partnership between Riau regional company and Kingswood Capital Ltd resulted in criminal charges, with two top executives now facing allegations of embezzlement.
Law 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
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
Oversized Cabinet with Many Concerns
Prabowo Subianto is to form a cabinet comprising numerous ministers. This is made possible through a revision of the law.
Opinion Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
The Problem with Our Food Estate Program
The food estate projects in Merauke are at risk of failure. There are suspicions about the way the projects are shared out.
Opinion Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
Power-Sharing in Prabowo’s Cabinet
President-elect Prabowo’s cabinet is predicted to be filled by more than 40 ministries in an effort to accommodate the interest of the parties supporting him.
National Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
Jakarta Gubernatorial Candidates Going After the Anies’ Voter Base
Gubernatorial candidates are trying to win over the votes of Anies Baswedan supporters in the Jakarta regional election. Jokowi reportedly shifted his support.
National Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Gubernatorial Candidates Vying for Jakarta’s Votes
Pramono Anung and Ridwan Kamil shed light on the dynamics surrounding their appointments as Jakarta gubernatorial candidates.
Interview Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
The Java-Bali Baby Trafficking Syndicate
Police uncover baby trafficking syndicate operating in Java-Bali since 2023. Five babies were already sold.
Law Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Controversial Power Wheeling Articles in New and Renewable Energy Bill
Articles on power wheeling prevent the legislation of a New and Renewable Energy Bill. State electricity company PLN’s unique position could be left precarious.
Cover Story Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Weak Conservation in Rhino Habitats
The illegal trade in rhino horns continues even though it is often foiled. This is proof of the weak protection of rhinos in their habitats.
Opinion Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
The Fall of Gibran and Kaesangs’ Culinary Businesses
The culinary businesses of Gibran Rakabuming and Kaesang Pangarep are fading. This seems to contradict their massive financing.
Economy 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
Alleged Connection of Kaesang and Gibran to Entrepreneurs
A photograph of a private jet window exposes Kaesang Pangarep and Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s connections to a network of business actors.
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
How the Melemba Guard the Habitat of Jatabara
The Melemba ethnic group in Ende, East Nusa Tenggara, contributes to conserving the habitat of the Flores eagle. It is part of the indigenous community’s wisdom.
Outreach 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
Dirty Practices in Choosing BPK Members
Several political parties conspired to approve candidates for the Supreme Audit Agency (BPK) membership. Corrupt candidates could be selected.
Opinion 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
Hope in Prabowo’s 2025 State Budget
The 2025 State Budget’s Financial Note illustrates Prabowo Subianto’s financial policies. There is hope for economic improvements.
Opinion Monday, August 26, 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
Accommodating Prabowo’s Programs in the 2025 State Budget
The 2025 State Budget accommodates several of Prabowo Subianto’s programs. Lobbying efforts are underway to ensure the smooth implementation of these priority programs.
Economy Monday, August 26, 2024 Edition
Cabinet Reshuffle Before Stepping Down
Two months before stepping down, Jokowi reshuffled the cabinet, selecting close allies of Prabowo Subianto.
National Monday, August 26, 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
Clueless Online Gambling Task Force
The work and strategies of the Online Gambling Task Force lack clear direction. It should be focusing on the gambling bosses.
Opinion Monday, August 12, 2024 Edition
Anies Baswedan on His Candidacy in the Jakarta Gubernatorial Election
An exclusive Tempo interview with Anies Baswedan regarding his chances to run in the Jakarta regional head election.
Cover Story Monday, August 12, 2024 Edition
The Uncontested Election Scenario to Block Anies Baswedan’s Candidacy in the Jakarta Gubernatorial Election
Jokowi and Prabowo’s coalition are maneuvering to thwart Anies Baswedan’s candidacy in the Jakarta regional head election. Cabinet posts are being offered as inducements.
Cover Story Monday, August 12, 2024 Edition
Government’s Plan to Add Goods Subject to Excise Taxes
The government plans to expand the list of goods subject to tax. However, attempts to broaden excise taxes often face public resistance.
Economy Monday, August 12, 2024 Edition
The Mysterious Mr. T of Online Gambling Business Syndicate
Tommy Hermawan Lo’s name emerges following the mention of Mr. T in online gambling that involves human trafficking case. He is a director at a casino management company.
Law Monday, August 12, 2024 Edition
Jerry Hermawan Lo Talks about Tommy Hermawan Lo, Mr. T, and Online Gambling
An interview with Jerry Hermawan Lo. He denies the allegation that he runs an online gambling scheme.
Law 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
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
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
The High Price of the High-Speed Train Ambition
The Whoosh fast train project continues to burden the state budget. It is Jokowi’s ambition to develop a flagship project worth hundreds of trillions of rupiah.
Special Report Monday, July 29, 2024 Edition
Rising Debt at the End of Jokowi’s Term
The 10 years of Joko Widodo’s administration leaves behind a mountain of debt. The management of the state budget shows minimal public participation and oversight.
Special Report Monday, July 29, 2024 Edition
Positions for Prabowo’s Associates
People close to Prabowo Subianto will be given strategic posts. Jokowi gives his blessing.
Cover Story 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
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
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
PPATK: Online Gamblers Are Mainly From the Lower-Middle Class
PPATK Chief Ivan Yustiavandana reveals his agency’s findings regarding online gambling transactions involving DPR members.
Interview 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
Empty Promises about Water Management
Large-scale nickel mining resulted in a clean water crisis in Weda Tengah. The government is busy with rhetoric and public relation.
Opinion Monday, July 8, 2024 Edition
A Mafia-Style Killing of Journalist After Reporting Gambling
Military personnel are suspected of involvement in the murder of Rico Sempurna Pasaribu, a local journalist who wrote about gambling. The perpetrator must be tried in a civil court.
Opinion Monday, July 8, 2024 Edition
Fraudulent Professorship in Lambung Mangkurat University
Over a dozen Lambung Mangkurat University lecturers are suspected of manipulating the requirements to apply for a professorship. They could be stripped of their titles.
Investigation Monday, July 8, 2024 Edition
Tribrata TV Journalist’s Death After Reporting Gambling in Karo
The house of a Tribrata TV journalist in Karo Regency was burned down after he made a report on a gambling case. The victim’s child claimed to have been intimidated by the police.
Law 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
Efforts to Revise the State Finance Law for Prabowo-Gibran Flagship Programs
Prabowo Subianto’s team is investigating the possibility of revising the State Finance Law and removing the debt ratio and budget deficit cap for the free nutritious meal program.
Economy Monday, July 8, 2024 Edition
Held Hostage by Negligent Cybersecurity
The LockBit ransomware continues to evolve, utilizing deception and taking advantage of sloppy security.
Cover Story Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
Knocked Out by a Cyberattack
The breach of the National Data Center resulted in the disruption of hundreds of public services. Data infected with viruses cannot be recovered.
Cover Story Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
People’s Tribunal for Jokowi
Summary of events of the week, from the People’s Tribunal trying Jokowi to the nine years sentence for former Pertamina CEO Karen Agustiawan.
News Capsule Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
The Vina Cirebon Case Manipulation
The police must establish an independent team to investigate the murder of Vina in Cirebon. It is possible there was manipulation.
Opinion Monday, June 24, 2024 Edition
Hasto Kristiyanto Questioned by the KPK over the Harun Masiku Bribery Case
The KPK questioned Hasto Kristiyanto again in connection with the Harun Masiku bribery case. Is it true that this is the result of the Presidential Palace interfering?
Cover Story Monday, June 24, 2024 Edition
No Stab Wounds on Eky and Vina
The post-mortem and autopsy results of Eky and Vina’s death did not mention sharp weapon injuries. There is also doubt about the sperm found in Vina’s body.
Law Monday, June 24, 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
Rimba Raya Conservation Struggling for the Ecosystem Restoration Concession
The ecosystem restoration permit of Rimba Raya Conservation that was revoked by the Environment and Forestry Ministry was going to be taken over by other firm. The company filed a lawsuit with the State Administrative Court.
Environment Monday, June 24, 2024 Edition
Notes on Cheap Bestowal of Habib
Indonesians of Arab descent are categorized into two groups: Alawiyyin and non-Alawiyyin. Anies Baswedan’s grandfather is among the non-Alawiyyins.
Letters Monday, June 24, 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
The Trick with Public Housing Savings
The Public Housing Savings program will only burden workers and companies. It is a way for the government to evade its responsibility to provide people’s housing.
Opinion Monday, June 10, 2024 Edition
A Myriad of Problems in the New Capital City
Two high-ranking IKN Authority officials did not resign, but were asked to step down. IKN development planning has moved away from the initial concept put forward in a national government planning agency study.
Cover Story Monday, June 10, 2024 Edition
BP Tapera’s Maneuvers to Manage Participant Contribution Funds
BP Tapera promises a high yield to depositors. Depositing funds in government bonds is considered less progressive.
Economy Monday, June 10, 2024 Edition
Debt Trap Abyss Threatening Prabowo’s Presidency
There is no possibility for Prabowo to go on a spending spree during his presidency. Debt repayment liabilities will shackle him.
Market Pulse Monday, June 10, 2024 Edition
PDI-P Dilemma about Going into Opposition
The PDI-P is facing a dilemma between maintaining its access to the government and protecting democracy. Corrections are needed for the damage of the last 10 years.
Opinion Monday, June 3, 2024 Edition
Mohammad Nuh: Universities should not squeeze money out of the public
Mohammad Nuh, chairman of the Forum for Boards of Trustees of Legal Entity State Universities, explains the polemic over the single tuition fee (UKT).
Interview Monday, June 3, 2024 Edition
The Division over PDI-P Joining Prabowo’s Coalition
PDI-P cadres and volunteers refuse to let the party join the Prabowo Subianto coalition. The party’s stance remains unclear.
National Monday, June 3, 2024 Edition
The Ambiguity of PDI-P’s Political Stance
PDI-P has yet to decide whether to become the opposition or join Prabowo Subianto’s coalition. There is concern about losing the seat of House Speaker.