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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Muhaimin Iskandar on PKB Becoming Opposition or Coalition with Prabowo's Government
PKB General Chair Muhaimin Iskandar explains the odds of his party joining Prabowo Subianto’s coalition.
Interview Monday, May 13, 2024 Edition
The Dream of Permanent Coalition of Prabowo-Gibran Supporting Parties in Regional Head Elections
Political parties that supported the Prabowo-Gibran presidential ticket plan to form a permanent coalition for the 2024 regional head elections. They are strengthening themselves in the provinces.
National Monday, May 13, 2024 Edition
Political Maneuvering in Prabowo’s Coalition Building
The parties supporting Ganjar and Anies are offered ministerial posts in the cabinet of Prabowo. There is rejection from Prabowo’s coalition.
Cover Story Monday, May 6, 2024 Edition
Vying for Prabowo’s Cabinet
Political parties are preparing names for potential ministers in Prabowo’s cabinet. They are eyeing strategic positions.
Cover Story Monday, May 6, 2024 Edition
The Formation of Prabowo’s Cabinet
Prabowo plans to expand his cabinet to 40 ministries. Political parties are fighting over strategic ministries. President Jokowi is also intervening.
Cover Story Monday, May 6, 2024 Edition
Interest Rate Hike Falls Short, Market Awaits Prabowo’s Direction
BI Rate hike fails to boost the rupiah. The markets await certainty on the new government’s fiscal policy direction.
Market Pulse Monday, April 29, 2024 Edition
Gerindra Chairman on the Forming of Prabowo’s Cabinet
Gerindra Party Executive Chairman Sufmi Dasco Ahmad gives his explanation about the preparation of Prabowo Subianto’s cabinet ministers.
Cover Story Monday, March 25, 2024 Edition
The Composition of Prabowo’s Cabinet
Prabowo Subianto already started to design the composition of his cabinet. There is a possibility that the number of ministers in Prabowo’s cabinet will increase.
Cover Story Monday, March 25, 2024 Edition
On the Verge of the Prabowo-PDI-P Coalition
Prabowo Subianto is actively lobbying the PDI-P, NasDem, and PKB. The Opportunity to get into Prabowo’s cabinet is wide open.
Cover Story Monday, March 25, 2024 Edition
Parties Request Ministerial Seats in Prabowo’s Cabinet
Prabowo’s cabinet is expected to be filled with many party cadres. Jokowi and other officials from the coalition of parties supporting Prabowo-Gibran already floated a number of names.
Cover Story Monday, March 25, 2024 Edition
Prabowo’s New Approach on Economic Policies Has Yet to Convince the Market
Prabowo shows some changes in his economic approach. The market is unconvinced yet.
Market Pulse Monday, March 11, 2024 Edition
Prabowo, Please Learn from Egypt’s Trouble
Prabowo’s wish of expansive state budget deficit might lead into an economic disaster, just like in Egypt.
Market Pulse Monday, March 4, 2024 Edition
The Power that Determined Prabowo's Victory
The key to the victory of Prabowo and Gibran in the presidential election is political support from those in power. This is a reoccurrence of the New Order elections.
Opinion Monday, February 19, 2024 Edition
Prabowo-Gibran’s Path to One-Round Victory in the Presidential Election
Prabowo-Gibran is likely to win the presidential election in one round. They were boosted by the ‘Jokowi effect’ and Ganjar-Mahfud’s landslide defeat.
Cover Story Monday, February 19, 2024 Edition
Rosan Perkasa Roeslani, Prabowo-Gibran Campaign Team Chief: Our Victory is Legitimate
The Prabowo-Gibran National Campaign Team Chief Rosan Perkasa Roeslani responds to allegations of election frauds that purportedly benefitted the pair.
Interview Monday, February 19, 2024 Edition
Prabowo Subianto Is Busy Campaigning
Prabowo Subianto did not give an interview. His team members said he was busy campaigning.
Interview Monday, February 12, 2024 Edition
Regional Heads’ Hands in Campaign Prabowo-Gibran
Acting regional heads are working for a Prabowo-Gibran presidential election victory. This report is a collaboration between Independen.id, AJI Indonesia, and USAID Media-Internews.
Cover Story Monday, February 12, 2024 Edition
How State Institutions Support and Collect Votes for Prabowo-Gibran
The police and a number of government ministries are working for a Prabowo-Gibran election victory. Some are using state funds for this purpose.
Cover Story Monday, February 12, 2024 Edition
A Flurry of Attacks from Former Jokowi's Subordinates
A number of people close to Jokowi are now frequently criticizing the government. There is a request to support the Prabowo-Gibran presidential bid.
Cover Story Monday, February 5, 2024 Edition
The Slow Pace of Carbon Exchange
Trading on the carbon exchange is strained by regulations. Business actors are complaining about the mandatory entry to the National Registry System.
Cover Story Monday, January 22, 2024 Edition
Economic Incentives and Environmental Benefits of Decarbonization
Decarbonization is seeing an uptrend in various industrial sectors. Businesses are hoping for incentives and economic benefits.
Cover Story Monday, January 22, 2024 Edition
Great Opportunities for Carbon Trading in the Forestry Sector
New players are entering the carbon market of the forestry sector. They are competing for land from Sumatra to Papua.
Cover Story Monday, January 22, 2024 Edition
How Carbon Trading in Electricity Sector Works
PLN and power companies are hunting for revenue from carbon units. The race to develop low-emission energy sources is on.
Cover Story Monday, January 22, 2024 Edition
Prabowo-Gibran’s Stagnant Electability
Prabowo and Gibran’s electability rates started stalling in November 2023. In several regions, support for Prabowo is eroded by the Anies-Muhaimin ticket.
Cover Story Monday, January 15, 2024 Edition
Prabowo’s Gemoy Dance for Young Voters
The gemoy dance is quite popular among young people. The campaign team for Prabowo-Gibran brings together many influencers to gather support.
National Monday, January 8, 2024 Edition
Why 1998 Activicts Support Prabowo-Gibran Ticket
Budiman Sudjatmiko and other 1998 activists are gathering support for Prabowo Subianto-Gibran Rakabuming Raka. They are deemed pragmatic and accused of forgetting history.
Cover Story Monday, January 1, 2024 Edition
The Question of Ethics for Prabowo Subianto and Gibran
Prabowo Subianto publicly made little of the ethical violation surrounding Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s appointment as his running mate in the 2024 presidential election.
Opinion Monday, December 25, 2023 Edition
Now That the KPK is Subordinate to the President
The Corruption Eradication Commission is no longer independent ever since it became part of the executive body. The fruit of the revised KPK Law.
Cover Story Monday, December 18, 2023 Edition
Carbon Trading is Just A Bonus
Environment and Forestry Minister Siti Nurbaya explains carbon reduction strategies and approaches to mitigate the climate crisis.
Interview Monday, December 11, 2023 Edition
General Election Commission is Suspected of Siding with Probowo-Gibran
The KPU is slow in preparing the presidential debates. It is considered to favor the Prabowo-Gibran pair.
Cover Story Monday, December 11, 2023 Edition
Wheels and Tracks Issues of Jabodebek LRT
Damage occurrs to the wheels of Jabodebek LRT train cars, allegedly because the tracks are not built to specification. Instead of fixing the problem, the government changes the regulation.
Economy Monday, November 20, 2023 Edition
How Iriana Jokowi is Rallying Support for Prabowo-Gibran
Iriana, the wife of Jokowi, has been advocating for Gibran Rakabuming Raka to become Prabowo’s vice-presidential running mate since the beginning of the year. She is actively garnering support among entrepreneurs.
Cover Story Monday, November 20, 2023 Edition
Billboard Battle of Prabowo-Gibran and Ganjar-Mahfud
Solo becomes one of the battlegrounds for the presidential campaigns of Prabowo-Gibran and Ganjar-Mahfud. They fight over campaign advertisement locations.
Cover Story Monday, November 20, 2023 Edition
Opportunistic Political Parties around Prabowo Subianto
The political parties supporting Prabowo are continuing to do so despite the nomination of Gibran for vice-presidency is proving problematic. They are simply after power.
Opinion Monday, November 13, 2023 Edition
How Prabowo-Gibran Setting the Sails for a Political Dynasty
The Prabowo-Gibran presidential campaign has assessed the impact of the dismissal of Anwar Usman as Chief Justice of the Constitutional Court. They are downplaying the issue of a Jokowi political dynasty.
Cover Story Monday, November 13, 2023 Edition
Officials’ Campaigns for Prabowo-Gibran
News of public officials’ campaigns for Prabowo-Gibran and the court verdict in the child kidney failure case.
News Capsule Monday, November 6, 2023 Edition
Support for the Prabowo-Gibran Ticket
A number of volunteers are pushing for a Prabowo-Gibran presidential bid. They are hoping that a lawsuit at the Constitutional Court regarding age requirements for candidates will be decided in their favor.
Cover Story Monday, October 16, 2023 Edition
A Misunderstanding of Carbon Trading
Carbon trading is simply a way to mitigate climate change. The main aims are the energy transition and environmental protection.
Opinion Monday, October 9, 2023 Edition
Parabowo and Ganjar Competing to Court Khofifah
The scenarios of Prabowo-Kofifah or Ganjar-Kofifah are intensifying. Prabowo Subianto and Ganjar Prabowo are courting Khofifah Indar Parawansa.
National Monday, October 9, 2023 Edition
Why Transactions on the Carbon Exchange are Quiet
The carbon exchange is still lacking traders and buyers, hampered by the process of certification and registration of carbon units.
Economy Monday, October 9, 2023 Edition
Four Ways of Carbon Trading at Carbon Exchange
The Indonesian Stock Exchange established four carbon trading mechanisms. There were 27 transactions in three schemes in the initial sale.
Economy Monday, October 9, 2023 Edition
The Chances of the Prabowo-Ganjar Ticket
The idea for a Prabowo Subianto-Ganjar Pranowo presidential ticket resurfaces. Both camps are resolved to field their nominees as presidential candidates.
Cover Story Monday, October 2, 2023 Edition
Support from Retired Military Officers for Prabowo
Prabowo Subianto is receiving support from retired military officers who used to be his opponents. They seem to have forgotten serious human rights violations in the past.
Cover Story Monday, September 25, 2023 Edition
Dangerous and Delusional Carbon Trading
The plan from the OJK to introduce carbon units as securities could lead to problems. Carbon trading no longer means a reduction in emissions.
Opinion Monday, September 4, 2023 Edition
OJK Explanations on Carbon Exchange as Securities Trading Platform
The OJK regulates carbon exchanges as a securities trading platform. How will the OJK prevent greenwashing in the carbon exchange?
Economy Monday, September 4, 2023 Edition
Beware of the Greenwashing Trap in Carbon Exchange
A number of cases show that carbon exchanges are prone to greenwashing. Carbon trading is considered a manipulative method.
Economy Monday, September 4, 2023 Edition
Competing for Carbon Exchange in Indonesia
The Indonesia Stock Exchange and Indonesia Climate Exchange (ICX) are competing to manage carbon exchange. Carbon transactions amount to billions of dollars annually.
Economy Monday, September 4, 2023 Edition
Voluntary Carbon Trading Awaits Regulations
Voluntary carbon trading has stopped since 2021, due to upside down policies.
Economy Monday, September 4, 2023 Edition
Carbon Trading in the Voluntary Market
Individuals and companies are already implementing carbon trading in the voluntary market. But no price standard has been set.
Economy Monday, September 4, 2023 Edition
Golkar and PAN Join Prabowo Subianto’s Camp
President Jokowi is suspected of asking Golkar and PAN to support Prabowo Subianto’s coalition. Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s chance of becoming a vice-presidential candidate is getting stronger.
Cover Story Monday, August 21, 2023 Edition
Strategies of Ganjar and Prabowo to Increase Electability
Ganjar Pranowo and Prabowo Subianto continue to make efforts to increase their electability. They are flooding social media with positive content.
Cover Story Monday, August 21, 2023 Edition
Police Cracked Down Indonesian Kidney Trafficking Syndicate in Cambodia
The police exposes Indonesian kidney trafficking network in Cambodia. The victims are enticed through social media.
Cover Story Monday, August 7, 2023 Edition
How Small Parties Are Aligning with Prabowo Subianto
The PSI and PBB will support Prabowo Subianto in the 2024 presidential elections. President Jokowi plays a role.
National Monday, August 7, 2023 Edition
The Hasty Carbon Market
The carbon market is to open in September. The regulations and infrastructure are not yet in place.
Opinion Monday, July 31, 2023 Edition
Jokowi, Prabowo and the Regression of Indonesian Democracy
Jokowi is expressing stronger support for Prabowo Subianto. What happened in the Philippines could potentially happen here.
Opinion Monday, July 17, 2023 Edition
Mitigating Carbon Emission through Manta One
Nadea Nabilla Putri develops a solar power boat engine. It is the initial step to contribute to the reduction of carbon emission at sea.
Profile Monday, July 10, 2023 Edition
Collaboration between FFUP and NF Wins a Gold Medal in the E-Innovate Competition
This collaboration combines expertise from the academic and industrial worlds through a biotechnology approach.
Inforial Monday, July 3, 2023 Edition
Prabowo’s Controversial Proposal for the Ukraine-Russia War
A summary of our news, from Prabowo Subianto’s proposal for the Russia-Ukraine war to Luhut Pandjaitan’s special privileges.
News Capsule Monday, June 12, 2023 Edition
Only a Gathering of Neighbors
The ASEAN Summit at Labuan Bajo did not produce any important agreements. It was just an expensive neighborly chat.
Opinion Monday, May 15, 2023 Edition
Seeking Prabowo's Running Mate
Prabowo Subianto wants to run for president again. The option of becoming Ganjar Pranowo’s running mate is still being considered.
Cover Story Monday, May 1, 2023 Edition
Lamborghini with a Fake License Plate
Police seized a Lamborghini Aventador with a fake license plate from a Russian tourist. The car disappeared twice.
Cover Story Monday, April 24, 2023 Edition
Clandestine Efforts to Help Sambo
Judges handling the Ferdy Sambo case received various intimidations. A police brigadier general and a Supreme Court justice allegedly intervened behind the scenes.
Cover Story Monday, February 20, 2023 Edition
Judicial Mafia in the Sambo Case
The Ferdy Sambo trial is marred by a video of a conversation between a judge and a woman. Beware of the judicial mafia.
Opinion Monday, January 23, 2023 Edition
Sambo
In the The Drama of Sambo, it turns out that one important element in democracy (often forgotten) can actually be upheld: the armed forces, which are given the right to monopoly of violence, bow before those who hold authority without arms.
Sidelines Monday, January 9, 2023 Edition
PNM Collaborates with the Women of Fatayat NU
The collaboration is a platform for women's economic development. #InfoTempo
Inforial Monday, December 19, 2022 Edition
Sambo’s Illegal Mining Intervention
Ferdy Sambo, who is currently facing trial in the case of the killing of his adjutant, is suspected to be connected to an illegal mining bribery case involving Ismail Bolong.
Cover Story Monday, December 19, 2022 Edition
Early Retirement Proposal for Cirebon 1
PLN is busy preparing for the early retirement of Cirebon Unit 1 coal-fired steam power plant, which belongs to an independent power producer. The state power company is seeking cheap funds.
Cover Story Monday, November 21, 2022 Edition
Diving Deep for Blue Carbon
Indonesia’s marine resources have potentially higher blue carbon sequestration than tropical rainforests in green carbon removal. However, seagrass and mangrove ecosystems are not yet optimally tapped on.
Environment Monday, November 7, 2022 Edition
Carbon Trade Minus Tax
The environment and forestry ministry issues a regulation for implementing the carbon economic value. It is prone to be misused for greenwashing by emission producers.
Environment Monday, November 7, 2022 Edition
PNM Collaborates with the Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency
The collaboration aims to optimize the synergies in the implementation of tasks in the land sector and to empower MSME business development. #Infotempo
Inforial Monday, October 31, 2022 Edition
The Black Notebook Contains My Notes During Active Duty
Tempo made a special interview with Ferdy Sambo regarding the murder of Brig. Yosua, Putri Candrawathi’s involvement, and his black notebook.
Law Monday, October 24, 2022 Edition
Sambo's Plan for Putri
Ferdy Sambo and Putri Chandrawati attempt to escape premeditated murder charge. They employ former Corruption Eradication Commission official as legal counsel.
Law Monday, October 24, 2022 Edition
Reconnecting Climate Change Collaboration
Indonesia and Norway resume cooperation in carbon emissions reduction by pushing down deforestation. Both support forest and land use (FOLU) net sink.
Environment Monday, October 3, 2022 Edition
House Cleaning After Sambo Case
The police name Ferdy Sambo a suspect for premeditated murder. There are many strange aspects to the case.
Opinion Monday, August 15, 2022 Edition
Gun Powder on Ferdy Sambo’s Gloves
New facts indicate that Ferdy Sambo ordered the murder of Brig. Yosua. He is allegedly involved in the execution.
Law Monday, August 15, 2022 Edition
Enough, Prabowo
The unbecoming record of Prabowo Subianto’s participation in the prior two presidential elections makes him unfit to be a candidate leader of the nation. He should select another, more fitting candidate.
Opinion Monday, August 8, 2022 Edition
Sambo’s Role in the Murder of Yosua
The National Police Headquarters detains Insp. Gen. Ferdy Sambo upon suspicion of a code of ethics violation. Bharada Richard Eliezer Pudihang Lumiu changes his statement regarding the death of Brig. Yosua.
Cover Story Monday, August 8, 2022 Edition
Carbon Tax in Limbo
The implementation of carbon tax collection for steam power plants is delayed again. It waits for the global economic turmoil to pass.
Cover Story Monday, July 25, 2022 Edition
Prabowo’s Search for a Mate
Seeking support for the presidential election, Prabowo Subianto holds a safari to visit numerous Islamic boarding schools and meet political figures. President Jokowi gives him the green light to approach the Nahdlatul Ulama.
National Monday, May 30, 2022 Edition
Nanobody Cure for Autoimmune Diseases
Novalia Pisesha invents an effective and affordable medical technology. University and post-graduate students look to her to study nanobody technology in curing autoimmune diseases.
Cover Story Monday, April 25, 2022 Edition
The Suspension of Ambon IAIN Student’s Media
After reporting alleged sexual violence on the campus, LPM Lintas, student’s media, was suspended by the Rector of Ambon IAIN.
Letters Monday, April 11, 2022 Edition
Sexual Abuses at IAIN Ambon
Letters from readers: from sexual abuses at IAIN Ambon to the concept of the sharing economy.
Letters Monday, March 28, 2022 Edition
Tough Measures to Save Sritex
The move by President Prabowo Subianto to save Sritex could well lead to corruption. A smart strategy is needed to rescue collapsing companies.
Opinion Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
Disarray in Peatland Areas
The food estate project in Central Kalimantan turned into an oil palm plantation. The government failed to learn from the mistakes of the past.
Opinion Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
Broken Alliance in Jakarta’s Election
Ridwan Kamil should have realized from the start that the parties supporting him were not being sincere. The people will lose out.
Opinion Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
The Vicious Circle of Judicial Mafia
With the Supreme Court’s judicial mafia, when one branch is lopped off, another 10 grow in its place. It needs to be comprehensively cleaned up.
Opinion Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
The Intermediary in the Ronald Tannur Case
Judge bribery suspect Zarof Ricar was once a high-ranking Supreme Court official. He bankrolled a film about a judge.
Cover Story Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
Supreme Court’s Deputy Chair for Non-Judicial Affairs, Suharto: Some Judges Can’t Resist Temptation
The Supreme Court dismissed three judges suspected of accepting bribes in the Ronald Tannur case. This adversely impacts efforts to improve the judiciary.
Cover Story Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
Case Brokers in the Ronald Tannur Trial
The three judges who acquitted Ronald Tannur often reported for ethics violations. Their bank accounts show transactions amounting to the billions.
Cover Story Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
Case Broker at the Supreme Court
The Rp920 billion found in Zarof Ricar’s house is suspected of being related to arranging court case verdicts. The Corruption Eradication Commission once detected his corrupt exploits.
Cover Story Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
Judicial Commission Chair, Amzulian Rifai: Being ‘God’s Representative’ Carries Heavy Consequences
Judicial Commission Chair Amzulian Rifai on the corruption in judicial institution involving judges.
Interview Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
Opening Rice Fields to Grow Oil Palm
The food estate program, or rice field creation initiative in Central Kalimantan, was neglected and instead converted into oil palm plantations owned by private companies.
Environment Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
Lackluster Support for Ridwan Kamil in Jakarta
Ridwan Kamil’s electability remains stagnant in the Jakarta regional head election. His supporting parties are not actively campaigning for him, leaving him hoping for support from Prabowo and Jokowi.
National Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita: No Bailout Discussion
Interviews with Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita and Sritex President Commissioner Iwan Setiawan Lukminto on the company’s bailout.
Economy Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
COMICAL CAMPAIGN
Cartoon: Yuyun Nurrachman
Cartoon Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
The Fall of Textile Factories
After Sritex, other major textile companies are also collapsing. Incentives and support are needed to curb imported goods.
Economy Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
Market Confidence Begins to Falter
Capital outflow becomes increasingly clear at the outset of Prabowo’s administration. The large cabinet undermines investors’ confidence.
Market Pulse Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
Kamala
Kamala Harris champions women’s legal and political rights, countering Donald Trump’s machismo.
Marginalia Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
1998 Student Kidnapping is Human Rights Violation
Prabowo Subianto is hoping to erase his sins in relation to the 1998 kidnappings. Gross human rights violations will not be a priority.
Opinion Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
The Huge Disadvantages of Halal Certification
The obligation to obtain halal certification leads to higher economic costs and corruption. Labeling products that are non-halal would be more efficient.
Opinion Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
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.
Opinion Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
Mining Concessions for the Medan Block
The term “Medan Block” emerged during the trial of former North Maluku Governor, Abdul Gani Kasuba. Medan Block is believed to refer to pre-allocated nickel mining concessions in Halmahera.
Law 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
Lack of Auditors for Halal Certification
Halal certification is slow due to inadequate supporting infrastructure. It has the potential to trigger a high-cost economy.
Economy Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
Concerns over Mandatory Halal Certification
Entrepreneurs are pressured by the mandatory halal certification regulations. The costs associated with obtaining halal labels are considered expensive, and the procedures are complicated.
Economy Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
Three Women in the East Java Regional Head Election
Three East Java gubernatorial candidates—Luluk, Khofifah, and Risma—talk about the competition in the 2024 regional head elections.
Interview 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
Hope for the New Government
The new government under Prabowo Subianto is already formed. Can we hope for what the future holds?
Letters Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
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
A World atop the Dining Table
Food, like language, clothing, and customs, is a marker of our roots. Especially in the past.
Marginalia Monday, October 28, 2024 Edition
SWEEPING OUT SINS
Cartoon: Yuyun Nurrachman
Cartoon 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
Rohingya Refugees’ Better Lives in Riau
The Rohingya refugees living in Pekanbaru have more freedom to move around and reside in lodgings. Their children can also attend school.
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
Success Stories of Rohingya Refugees
Several Rohingya refugees successfully built their careers in various fields. They continued to work and raised awareness about the plight of displaced Rohingya refugees.
Asean & Beyond Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
Rohingya Refugees in Shelters in Aceh
Rohingya refugees are still living in several inadequate temporary shelters in Aceh.
Asean & Beyond Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
Poor Management of the Stock Exchange
There are indications of problems with the IPO of Barito Renewables Energy. The stock exchange and capital markets authorities are neglecting their responsibilities.
Opinion Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
The Bogus Commitment to Safeguarding Biodiversity
There is an increasingly real threat to Indonesia’s biodiversity. It cannot be overcome through empty slogans at international forums.
Opinion Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
When KPK Gives in to a Strongman
The KPK should designate Sahbirin Noor a fugitive. There is a good chance the South Kalimantan Governor will go free.
Opinion Monday, October 21, 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 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
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
General Election Commission Chair, Mochammad Afifuddin: There is a deficit of trust in the KPU
KPU Chair Mochammad Afifuddin on turbulence within his institution following the dismissal of Hasyim Asy’ari, and the Constitutional Court’s decision on the regional head elections.
Interview 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
OVERCROWDED CABINET
Cartoon: Yuyun Nurrachman
Cartoon 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 Plight of the Rohingya People in Refugee Camps
Uncertain future looms over Rohingya refugees in Indonesia. They are also struggling with various limitations.
Asean & Beyond Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
God, Why Can We Be Happy?
Empathy is the key to happiness. We are happy when we help others, we are happy when we do good.
Marginalia Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
OJK’s Right of Reply
OJK’s right of reply and a remembrance to Mochtar Lubis who wrote about government.
Letters 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
Maritime Affairs Ministry
A number of policies from Minister Sakti Wahyu Trenggono are riddled with conflicts of interest. They benefit his son, Indra Trenggono.
Opinion Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
Holes in the KPK Leadership Nomination
There are indications that the selection of the KPK leadership for the 2024 to 2029 period is in breach of a Constitutional Court ruling. The process needs to be rerun.
Opinion Monday, October 14, 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
Solutions for Efficient Logistics Transportation
A reader’s letter suggests authorities seek ways for safe and efficient logistics transportation, in order to minimize traffic accidents.
Letters Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
2024 Ramon Magsaysay Award Winner, Farwiza Farhan: More Women Needed in Environmental Conservation
Farwiza Farhan, the winner of the 2024 Ramon Magsaysay award talks about conservation of the Leuser Ecosystem in Aceh.
Interview Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
KPK Leadership Selection Process
The KPK Leadership and Supervisory Board Selection Committee claimed to have followed procedures, and Jokowi reportedly did not intervene.
Law Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
KPK Leadership Candidates from State Officials
Various parties from the National Police Chief to the State Palace are accused of interfering in the KPK leadership candidates selection process. The candidates are divided into four clusters.
Law 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
Fisheries Business of Sakti Wahyu Trenggono’s Son and Pratikno’s Son-in-Law
The family members of some ministers enter the fishery business. Other problems, such as the activity of illegal foreign vessels and the abuse of crew members, still prevail.
Investigation Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
Minister Pratikno’s Explanation on the Fishery Business of His Son-in-Law
Explanations from State Secretary Minister Pratikno and Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Ministry on fishery business and the case of illegal ships in eastern Indonesia.
Investigation 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
The Business of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Minister’s Son
Minister Sakti Wahyu Trenggono revives a shutdown port. There is indication that the minister’s son is involved in the fisheries business.
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
The Jokowi Administration’s Failing Grades
Jokowi’s campaign promoting his successes is considered as not portraying actual conditions. Customary communities are among the victims of his administration.
Cover Story Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
Political Fast of the ‘King of Java’
After stepping down, Jokowi will return to Solo, accompanied by his loyal supporters. He is not having a lavish farewell in order to avoid any negative sentiment.
Cover Story Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
Major Spending on Jokowi’s Glorification
As President Jokowi's term neared its end, instructions were given to promote the government's achievements, and billions of rupiah in contracts were offered to the media.
Cover Story Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
No New Hope in the New Government
The market showed no positive reaction ahead of Prabowo Subianto's government, which was held back by the high amount of debt.
Market Pulse Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
A Hundred Years
Life is not always about science and philosophy. This is where literature shows its value.
Marginalia Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
THE SAME FATE
Cartoon: Yuyun Nurrachman
Cartoon 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
Promises from Jakarta Governor Candidates
Jakarta governor and deputy governor candidates promise improvements in inclusive public transportation.
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 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
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
The Dark Succession of the Supreme Court Chief Justice
The contest for the selection of the Supreme Court Chief Justice is heating up. There are indications it is riddled with the interests of the government and tycoons.
Opinion Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
Jokowi’s Fear of Retirement Syndrome
Jokowi passed a number of strategic policies at the end of his administration. Making the president-elect a hostage to fortune.
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
Jokowi’s Maneuvers at the End of His Term
Before Jokowi’s term ends, the Presidential Palace is maneuvering to provide cover for Gibran. This includes erasing traces of the Fufufafa account as well as interfering in the formation of Prabowo’s cabinet.
Cover Story 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
Supreme Court Chief Justice Muhammad Syarifuddin: The Election of a New Chief is Always a Hot Topic
Supreme Court Chief Justice Muhammad Syarifuddin uses artificial intelligence to handle cases. Case brokers continue to be a threat.
Law Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
Scandal over Supreme Court Succession
The race for the position of Chief Justice of the Supreme Court is heating up amid a flurry of allegations against certain candidates. There is suspicion of backing from business circles.
Law Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
Palm Oil Protest at the Heart of European Trade
Indonesia and other countries continue to oppose the European Union’s Deforestation Regulation. The European Commission proposes a delay.
Economy 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
Rocky Roads for Media Companies
Media companies are experiencing upheaval due to the rapid changes in the business landscape. The industry is moving towards a new equilibrium.
Economy 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
Budget Politics for a Former Political Opponent
Jokowi is preparing for the incoming Prabowo-Gibran administration starting in late February 2024. He hopes that Prabowo can continue his programs.