The Long Road to State Companies Super-holding
The plan for a super-holding for state-owned enterprises dates back to the New Order era. The SOEs Ministry will be replaced by a giant corporation.
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Promises from Jakarta Governor Candidates
Jakarta governor and deputy governor candidates promise improvements in inclusive public transportation.
Special Report Monday, October 14, 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
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
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
Drug Syndicate in Tarakan Prison
Hendra Sabarudin’s drug network distributed methamphetamine from Tarakan prison starting in 2017, allegedly aided by police and prison guards.
Law 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
Sea Sand Sedimentation Locations
The government designated a number of areas as zones for cleaning sediment and sea sand.
Cover Story Monday, September 30, 2024 Edition
Behind the Coup in Kadin
Anindya Bakrie ousts Arsjad Rasjid from the position of General Chair of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin). The Palace’s support shifted.
Economy Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
Arsjad Rasjid: Kadin Was Like a Political Party
Anindya Bakrie ousted Arsjad Rasjid as the Chair of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin). The organization is becoming like a political party and enjoys large funds coming in from overseas.
Interview 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
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
Reasons the DPR Rejected All Supreme Court Justice Candidates
Commission III of the House of Representatives rejected all the Supreme Court judge candidates proposed by the Judicial Commission. The rejection allegedly was due to their favored candidate failed to pass.
Law Monday, September 9, 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
Nuclear Reactors to Support De-dieselization Program
BRIN is designing the Peluit-40 nuclear reactor to replace diesel power plants, claiming it to be safer.
Science & Technology Monday, August 26, 2024 Edition
The Fifth Udin Award for Tempo
The Bocor Alus Politik podcast receives the Udin Award that we dedicate to our viewers and readers.
Letter From Monday, August 19, 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
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
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 Formula to Oppose Jokowi’s Candidates
The battle in the presidential election is set to continue in regional head elections. The PDI-P is determined to challenge President Joko Widodo’s candidates.
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
Haedar Nashir of Muhammadiyah: God Willing, Muhammadiyah is Already Satisfied
Muhammadiyah follows Nahdlatul Ulama’s step to accept mining concession offer from the government. Muhammadiyah General Chair Haedar Nashir explains about it.
Economy Monday, August 5, 2024 Edition
Busyro Muqoddas of Muhammadiyah: We Have Studies Rejecting Mining
Muhammadiyah accepts the government’s mining concession offer. Many members are against it. Busyro Muqoddas, Chair of Muhammadiyah’s Law and Human Rights Council explains.
Economy Monday, August 5, 2024 Edition
Behind Muhammadiyah’s Acceptance to the Offer of Mining Concession
Muhammadiyah cadres and administrators are divided in their response to the mining concession. There are whispers from the government and the entrepreneurs.
Economy Monday, August 5, 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
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
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
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
Lancing the Tokopedia Boil
There will be a wave of layoffs at Tokopedia as a result of inefficient practices. This is the result of government policy rife with conflicts of interest.
Opinion Monday, June 24, 2024 Edition
Holding Back Criticism against the President
The PDI-P is preparing to replace Hasto Kristiyanto after he was questioned by the KPK in the Harun Masiku case. They are wary of the Palace’s interference.
Cover Story Monday, June 24, 2024 Edition
Power Shifts in GoTo and Tokopedia
The founders of GoTo and Tokopedia sold their shares. New investors now have control of ownership.
Economy Monday, June 24, 2024 Edition
Behind Tokopedia's Mass Layoffs
Tokopedia made significant cuts in its workforce following its business consolidation with TikTok. A consequence of inefficient business operation.
Economy Monday, June 24, 2024 Edition
Muhammadiyah’s Hundred Trillion Rupiah Businesses
Muhammadiyah’s business networks cover various sectors, from education to financial services. It seeks to create a closed economic ecosystem.
Economy Monday, June 17, 2024 Edition
Behind Muhammadiyah's Funds Withdrawal from Bank Syariah Indonesia
Muhammadiyah withdrew trillions of rupiah from Bank Syariah Indonesia. It was the accumulation of various problems, from operational matters to appointment of commissioners.
Economy Monday, June 17, 2024 Edition
Communication and Informatics Minister Budi Arie Setiadi: The Press Cannot Be Stifled.
Communication and Informatics Minister Budi Arie Setiadi talks about the polemic over the planned revision of the Broadcasting Law and the Starlink Internet service.
Interview Monday, May 27, 2024 Edition
Narendra Modi
Narendra Modi is likely to serve his third term as the Prime Minister of India. His campaigns are based on populism and religion.
Marginalia Monday, May 20, 2024 Edition
Dark Clouds over Online Credit Business
The fintech lending business is increasingly losing steam. Returns continue to decline while fund owners are opting for other investment portfolios.
Economy Monday, May 13, 2024 Edition
Sandiaga Uno: Tourism fees will not be levied on plane tickets
Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno assures that the tourism fee will not be imposed on plane tickets.
Interview Monday, May 6, 2024 Edition
Behind the Verdict of the Constitutional Court
The Constitutional Court rejected lawsuits disputing the results of the 2024 presidential election. The option of disqualifying Gibran was discussed in a meeting of the judges.
Cover Story Monday, April 29, 2024 Edition
Retno Marsudi: There’s no intention of establishing diplomatic relations with Israel
Foreign Affairs Minister Retno Marsudi explains the Gaza war and the Iran-Israel conflict with its impact on Indonesia’s economy.
Interview Monday, April 29, 2024 Edition
Many Islamic Boarding Schools Do Not Have Licenses
Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) cannot be closed even if they do not have a license from the government. There is no protection from the Ministry of Religious Affairs if legal problems arise.
Law Monday, April 15, 2024 Edition
Maktab Daimi, Guardians of the Prophet Muhammad’s Family Line
The Rabithah Alawiyah organization is in charge of recording and preserving the line of descent of the Alawiyyin in Indonesia. Seven books from Yemen serve as their guide.
Cover Story Thursday, April 4, 2024 Edition
Who Benefits from Regulations on Marine Sediment Utilization
Several companies are applying for permits to utilize sediment, including sea sand. Large corporations use landfills for land reclamation areas.
Economy Monday, April 1, 2024 Edition
Ignoring the Rights of Indigenous People
Indigenous people are taking legal action against the President and the DPR for delaying deliberations of a bill. It has taken second place to the interests of investors.
Opinion Monday, March 25, 2024 Edition
State Banks Stop Loans to State Construction Companies amid Credit Crunch
State banks stop distributing loans to state construction companies. Government assignment projects are burdening banks.
Economy Monday, March 25, 2024 Edition
Balancing Energy Subsidies and Free Lunch Program in Indonesia
The government opens the option of switching energy subsidies for the free lunch program. This threatens poor households.
Economy Monday, March 11, 2024 Edition
Leveling Up the National Game Industry with Special Funding Initiatives
The government issues a regulation to develop the game industry. There will be a special funding agency.
Economy Monday, March 11, 2024 Edition
PPATK Director of Law, Fithriadi Muslim: Regulations on Assets Confiscation are Limited
Discussions of the Asset Recovery Draft Law is stagnating in the DPR. It is key to preventing money laundering.
Law Monday, February 12, 2024 Edition
The Questions behind TikTok and Its Tokopedia Acquisition
TikTok Shop’s acquisition of Tokopedia changes the Indonesian business map. It is not clear how small and medium enterprises will be protected.
Opinion Monday, January 15, 2024 Edition
Haris Azhar and Fatia Maulidiyanti Exonerated
The prosecutor persists in filing a cassation against the acquittal of Haris Azhar and Fatia Maulidiyanti. It is a threat to the freedom of expression.
Law Monday, January 15, 2024 Edition
Patrick Walujo’s Explanation on the Sale of Tokopedia's Shares to Tiktok
GoTo CEO Patrick Waluyo reveals the story behind the selling of Tokopedia shares to TikTok. How much profit did GoTo get?
Economy Monday, January 15, 2024 Edition
The Story Behind Tiktok's Purchase of Tokopedia Shares
The integration of TikTok Shop with Tokopedia will reinforce GoTo’s business. Indonesia’s e-commerce competition landscape is changing.
Economy Monday, January 15, 2024 Edition
The Demagogic Campaigns of the Presidential Candidates
The presidential and vice-presidential candidates are relying entirely on gimmicks to exploit the emotions of the people. This moves the campaign away from substantive discussions.
Opinion Monday, January 8, 2024 Edition
2024 Elections: Presidential Candidates’ Gimmick Battle to Garner Young Voters
Do the presidential candidates succeed in attracting young voters with social media gimmicks?
National Monday, January 8, 2024 Edition
Budiman Sudjatmiko: I’m Not Motivated by Money
Budiman Sudjatmiko persuades other activists to support Prabowo Subianto. He claims he is not motivated by money.
Cover Story Monday, January 1, 2024 Edition
How The PSI Find Its Funding
How does the Indonesian Solidarity Party get its funding? Is the aid from conglomerate bosses like Djarum’s owner true?
Cover Story Monday, January 1, 2024 Edition
Moeldoko’s Right to Reply Regarding His Alleged Intervention on Wuling EV Battery Chargers
Presidential Chief of Staff Moeldoko is writing regarding his alleged interference in electric vehicle policy over Wuling’s SNI certification.
Letters Monday, January 1, 2024 Edition
A Radical Reform Needed for KPK
Post-Firli Bahuri, the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is still walking backward toward its grave. A radical reform is needed.
Opinion Monday, December 25, 2023 Edition
Reflecting on the Presidential Candidates’ Campaign Teams
The presidential candidates’ campaign teams are an illustration of the type of government they would form if elected. Businesspeople have a central role.
Opinion Monday, December 18, 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
The Bogus Presidential Candidate Debates
In Indonesia, presidential candidate debates are planned as bogus performances. There is no in-depth discussion of the issues.
Opinion Monday, December 11, 2023 Edition
The Poor State Auditor Selection Process
Yet again, a member of the Supreme Audit Agency is involved in corruption. The system for selecting these state auditors is very poor.
Opinion Monday, December 4, 2023 Edition
Why Judicial Commission Cannot Oversee Constitutional Judges
Judicial Commission Chairman Amzulian Rifai explains the boundaries of his authority in dealing with judges, and the Judicial Commission Bill.
Interview Monday, December 4, 2023 Edition
Dispute between Sandiaga Uno’s Company with Local Gold Miners
Sandiaga Uno and Garibaldi Thohir’s company is in conflict with local miners. The amount of compensation is considered inadequate.
Law Monday, November 20, 2023 Edition
For Democracy, Gibran Should Resign as Vice-Presidential Candidate
Having no democratic legitimacy, Gibran Rakabuming Raka must withdraw his candidacy for the vice-presidency.
Opinion Monday, November 13, 2023 Edition
Jimly Asshiddiqie: the Game is Over
Tempo's special interview with MKMK Chairman Jimly Asshiddiqie regarding the dismissal of Anwar Usman as Chief Justice of the Constitutional Court.
Cover Story Monday, November 13, 2023 Edition
The Challenges of Funding Early Retirement of Coal Power Plants
The program to put coal-fired power plants (PLTU) into early retirement is hampered by funding problems. As grants are stuck, the state budget must be disbursed.
Economy Monday, November 6, 2023 Edition
Cardinale Nipote
Nepotism is the close relative of corruption and dictatorship. The Indonesian Independence Proclamation places nepotism as a threat to independence.
Marginalia Monday, November 6, 2023 Edition
Chief Justice Anwar Usman’s Maneuvers to Lower the Age Limit of Presidential-Vice-Presidential Candidates
Constitutional Court Chief Justice Anwar Usman is reportedly maneuvering to lower the minimum age limit for presidential and vice-presidential candidates, paving the way for Gibran.
Cover Story Monday, October 23, 2023 Edition
Constitutional Court’s Verdict on the Age Limit for Presidential and Vice-Presidential Candidates
The Constitutional Court reportedly already made a decision in favor of a lawsuit regarding the minimum age requirement for presidential and vice-presidential candidates. The issue is rife with conflicts of interest.
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
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 Fuss among Presidential Candidates’ Supporters
Presidential candidates’ supporters are creating unfavorable atmosphere in the build-up to the 2024 general elections with them more inclined to speak about rivals’ weaknesses than promoting their champions’ profiles.
Letters Monday, October 9, 2023 Edition
Retired Generals behind Presidential Candidates
The 2024 presidential candidates are competing to garner support from retired generals. This perpetuates the militaristic nature of Indonesian politics.
Opinion 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
Criminal Court for Three Soldiers
The three soldiers who allegedly killed a civilian should be tried in a criminal court. The Military Courts Law needs to be revised.
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
The Problem with Our News Media
The news in our media is problematic. Why is that?
Letters 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
PDI-P Dismisses Budiman Sudjatmiko
News summary, from the dismissal on Budiman Sudjatmiko to Food Estate.
News Capsule Monday, August 28, 2023 Edition
Ridwan Djamlauddin’s Role in the Illegal Nickel Corruption Case
Former Director-General of Mineral and Coal, Ridwan Djamaluddin, is named as suspect in the Mandiodo Block nickel corruption case.
Law Monday, August 21, 2023 Edition
Papuan Figures in the Indonesian Independence Special Edition
Why did the prominent figures from Papua fail to bring the Papuans to support the Republic of Indonesia?
Special Report Monday, August 14, 2023 Edition
National Transplant Committee Chairman Budi Sampurno: No Kidney Donor System Is In Place
The government faces difficulties accommodating kidney donors and recipients. The need for kidney donors is high, but the supply is very limited.
Cover Story Monday, August 7, 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
Why Subsidies Failed to Boost Electric Vehicle Sales
The government removed the conditions for electric motorcycle subsidy recipients. It will be made available to everyone.
Economy Monday, August 7, 2023 Edition
Why the Health Ministry Establishes the Biomedical and Genome Science Initiative
The National Genome Center set up in 2018 is gone. Does it change into the Biomedical and Genome Science Initiative of the Health Ministry?
Science & Technology Monday, August 7, 2023 Edition
Impact of the United States’ Credit Rating Plunge
A lower credit rating makes the United States government to charge higher interest rates. It naturally spreads to other countries’ securities, including Indonesia.
Market Pulse Monday, August 7, 2023 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
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
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
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
Turmoil from China and the Middle East
Indonesia’s economy and financial markets are once again facing volatility stemming from China and the Middle East, leaving no respite for investors.
Market Pulse Monday, October 7, 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
Agus Widjojo: But Don’t Be Eager to Use the Military
Former Governor of the National Resilience Institute and Indonesian Ambassador to the Philippines, Agus Widjojo, on the revision of the Indonesian Military Law.
Interview Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
Signs of Economic Slowdown Amidst Strong Optimism
Optimism is brewing in the financial markets, while the real sector is signaling a slowdown. A heavy burden for the incoming president.
Market Pulse Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
Jiwasraya Customers’ Concern Ahead of Liquidation
The government plans to liquidate Jiwasraya after the settlement of policyholder claims. A massive deficit still hangs over the company.
Economy Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
Families of Acute Kidney Failure Victims Still Seek Justice
Families of children suffering from acute kidney failure still seek justice. The number of children undergoing dialysis is reportedly on the rise.
National Monday, August 19, 2024 Edition
Two Challenges Squeezing the Rupiah amid Market Turmoil
Prabowo has no room to maneuver with increasing debt. A volatile rupiah would define his presidency.
Market Pulse Monday, July 1, 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
Bus Accidents Keep Haunting
What should the government do to prevent the recurrence of bus accidents?
Letters Monday, May 27, 2024 Edition
A Domestic Recipe for the Middle East Conflicts
The Middle East conflicts will have a negative impact on the Indonesian economy. The solution is to improve the domestic economy.
Opinion Monday, April 29, 2024 Edition
The Dilemma of Middle-Class People
Middle-class society is being squeezed. They don't get social assistance. Nor do they have enough savings while they incur the burdening debts.
Letters Monday, April 29, 2024 Edition
Stopping Animal Torture Video from Indonesia
Indonesia is the world's largest producer of animal torture video content. This is a result of weak law enforcement.
Opinion Monday, April 22, 2024 Edition
Horrifying Monkey Torture Videos
Over the last three years, the police arrested producers of videos depicting the torture of baby monkeys. Their networks spread as far as the United States.
Law Monday, April 22, 2024 Edition
Evidence of Human Rights Violations at Rumoh Geudong
The human remains at Rumoh Geudong are strong evidence of human rights violations. The government has an obligation to uncover the truth and bring justice.
Opinion Monday, April 15, 2024 Edition
Seeking Prophetic Blessings from the Sayyids
Groups of people have been consistently venerating habibs and sayyids, descendants of the Prophet Muhammad, since the Dutch era. They sought blessings even to their graves.
Cover Story Thursday, April 4, 2024 Edition
Reverence for the Ba’alawi Clan amidst the Habib Controversy
Part of the public reveres habib and sayyid as a form of adoration for Prophet Muhammad. A controversy arises regarding the lineage of Bani Alawi.
Cover Story Thursday, April 4, 2024 Edition
Challenging Presidential Election Fraud at the Constitutional Court
Anies and Ganjar can only rely on a lawsuit to the Constitutional Court because the route of the right of inquiry at the DPR is deadlocked. They are focusing on election interference by President Jokowi.
Cover Story Monday, April 1, 2024 Edition
Epilogue of the 2024 Presidential Election
The presidential election is not over yet. The lawsuit in the Constitutional Court shows that something is wrong in the 2024 presidential election.
Letters Monday, April 1, 2024 Edition
Presidential Authority
The President of Indonesia is mandated as both head of state and head of government. His authority is extensive.
Letters Monday, March 18, 2024 Edition
Exposing Fraud in the Presidential Election
The suspicions of fraud in the presidential election are strong enough for the DPR to exercise its right of inquiry. The party elites will face the test of history.
Opinion Monday, February 26, 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
The Absurdity of Law Enforcement in Sidoarjo
In the corruption case in Sidoarjo, the KPK gives the impression of having become a political tool. A thorough investigation is needed to remove this impression.
Opinion Monday, February 5, 2024 Edition
Doubting the Pyramid of Gunung Padang
Foreign archeologists doubt the site of Gunung Padang as the world’s oldest pyramid. A journal publisher is going to investigate.
Science & Technology Monday, January 29, 2024 Edition
Stop Intimidation Against Activists
Acts of intimidation are being aimed at people critical of the government. Even art events are not exempt from censorship.
Opinion Monday, January 1, 2024 Edition
Presidential Regulation to Accelerate the Rempang Eco-City Under Fire
Reports on the Presidential Regulation on the Rempang Eco-City and the Jayapura riots.
News Capsule Monday, January 1, 2024 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
Countering Issues in the Presidential Debates
The presidential and vice-presidential candidates rebut various issues ahead of the presidential election debate. It is deemed not to affect their electability.
Cover Story Monday, December 11, 2023 Edition
Strategies to Attract the Youth in the Presidential Debates
A lot of gimmicks will be used at the presidential debates, as the candidates are trying to attract young voters.
Cover Story Monday, December 11, 2023 Edition
Supreme Court Rejects President’s Appeal against Air Pollution
A capsule of weekly news ranging from Supreme Court’s rejection of the President and Environment Minister’s cassation appeal in the air pollution case to the progress of the ITE Law revision.
News Capsule Monday, November 27, 2023 Edition
Erry Riyana's Story of Meeting President Jokowi before Constitutional Court Rulling
Erry Riyana Hardjapamekas had a meeting with the President before the Constitutional Court issued a ruling that allowed Gibran Rakabuming Raka to move forward as a vice presidential candidate.
Interview Monday, November 13, 2023 Edition
Jokowi’s Support for Gibran’s Vice-Presidential Bid
President Jokowi actively supported the Prabowo-Gibran presidential nomination ahead of the Constitutional Court’s decision. A state institution was utilized to support the effort.
Cover Story Monday, October 30, 2023 Edition
Vying to be the Vice-Presidential Candidate
Erick Thohir and Airlangga Hartarto are maneuvering to be chosen as Prabowo’s running mate in the 2024 presidential election. They are up against Khofifah Indar Parawansa.
Cover Story Monday, October 16, 2023 Edition
Support and Efforts to Make Gibran Rakabuming Raka a Vice-Presidential Candidate
Prabowo Subianto will almost certainly choose Gibran Rakabuming Raka as his vice-presidential running mate. Jokowi supports a Prabowo-Gibran ticket.
Cover Story Monday, October 16, 2023 Edition
Arsjad Rasjid, Chairman of National Campaign Team for Ganjar Pranowo: We Can Manage Politics Like a Business
How is Arsjad Rasjid polishing Ganjar Pranowo for the upcoming presidential election?
Interview Monday, October 9, 2023 Edition
There are Still Networks Aside from Fredy Pratama
National Police’s Criminal Investigation Department Chief Comr. Gen. Wahyu Widada on Fredy Pratama’s drug cartel and the Operation Escobar that brought it down.
Interview Monday, September 25, 2023 Edition
Delayed Compensation for Acute Kidney Injury Patients
The government fails to pay compensation to the families of children suffering from acute kidney injury. It ends up in court.
Opinion Monday, September 18, 2023 Edition
Still No Compensation for the Long-Suffering Victims of Acute Kidney Injury
Families of victims of acute kidney injury are anticipating compensation from the government. It is the extended impact of poor coordination of government institutions.
National Monday, September 18, 2023 Edition
The Presidential Threshold Barrier
The current dispute over the selection of presidential candidates and their running mates stems from the nomination threshold. People do not have much of a choice of potential leaders.
Opinion Monday, September 11, 2023 Edition
The Draft Presidential Regulation on the Places of Worship
The tug-of-war in the discussion of the draft presidential regulation on places of worship. The position of adherents of traditional beliefs becomes a point of contention.
Law Monday, September 11, 2023 Edition
Confession of the Kidnapping Victims of the TNI Officers
A Presidential Security Detail (Paspampres) member and two TNI members kidnapped and tortured a cosmetic trader to death. There were presumably eight other victims.
Law Monday, September 4, 2023 Edition
How Muhaimin Iskandar was chosen as Anies Baswedan’s Vice-Presidential Running Mate
Anies Baswedan choses Muhaimin Iskandar to be his vice-presidential running mate. Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono is eliminated in the final turn.
Cover Story Monday, September 4, 2023 Edition
The Fight for Vice-Presidential Seat in the Coalitions
Muhaimin Iskandar is insistent on becoming the vice-presidential candidate in Prabowo’s coalition. The PPP is considering of withdrawing from Ganjar’s coalition.
Cover Story Monday, August 21, 2023 Edition
How Captive Power Plants Threaten Energy Transition Financial Aid
The energy transition project plan is challenged by new steam power plant projects, threatening financial aid from developed countries.
Economy Monday, August 14, 2023 Edition
Unpaid Payroll for Foreign Affairs Ministry’s Staffers
Former government employees at the Foreign Affairs Ministry are demanding the disbursement of unpaid wages. How did it come to happen?
Letters Monday, August 14, 2023 Edition
The Iceberg of the Kidney Trade
Kidney trading on the black market is on the rise. The government should pay compensation to donors.
Opinion Monday, August 7, 2023 Edition
Accounts of Kidney Trafficking Victim and Broker
A kidney donor says he is having difficulty finding a job. He sold a kidney because of financial troubles.
Cover Story Monday, August 7, 2023 Edition
The Dire Situation of Kidney Donors
The lives of kidney donors get worse after having the operation. This does not diminish interest among potential kidney donors.
Cover Story Monday, August 7, 2023 Edition
Those Remain Outside the Palace
Several activists remained outside of power after 1998. Some join non-governmental organizations, others pursue music.
Special Report Monday, May 22, 2023 Edition
A Selfie of a Kidnapper and the Victim
A number of activists from the 1998 Reformasi movement have joined the Presidential Palace. They are involved in carrying out government’s agenda.
Special Report Monday, May 22, 2023 Edition
Missing Promised Subsidy
The government’s promised one-price cooking oil subsidy has not been paid, thanks to late verification and differences in opinion.
Economy Monday, May 15, 2023 Edition
A Red Carpet for Jokowi’s Candidates
Jokowi seeks to determine the candidates who will run in the 2024 General Elections. He encourages Sandiaga Uno and Erick Thohir to become vice-presidential candidates.
Cover Story Monday, May 8, 2023 Edition
Presidential Candidates around Oligarch
Ganjar and other presidential candidates must side with the people. Even if they have to go against the wishes of their parties.
Opinion Monday, May 1, 2023 Edition
The Ideal Vice-Presidential Candidate
Vice-presidential candidates will determine who will be the 8th President of Indonesia. Why?
Letters Monday, May 1, 2023 Edition
Missing the Ecocide Train
Ecocide at the International Criminal Court would be a breakthrough for environmental law. Unfortunately, Indonesia has not ratified the Rome Statute.
Opinion Monday, April 17, 2023 Edition
A Step Forward of Ecocide to Be Tried at the International Criminal Court
Vanuatu's resolution to the United Nations on the obligation of states to preserve the climate will pave the way for ecocide to be brought to the International Criminal Court.
International Monday, April 17, 2023 Edition
Qur’an Does Not Provide All the Answers
Sukidi, a Harvard graduate and an Islamic thinker, proposes his ideas on reforming Islam such as alternative interpretations of Idul Fitri and even the Holy Qur’an itself, among others.
Interview Monday, April 17, 2023 Edition
A Farewell to Sidelines
Goenawan Mohamad wrote the essay After 46 Years, saying goodbye to writing Sidelines.
Letters Monday, April 17, 2023 Edition
Don’t be Afraid to Prosecute Alun
The KPK may only charge Rafael Alun Trisambodo for accepting gratuities. Those who paid the bribes will remain untouched.
Opinion Monday, March 20, 2023 Edition
Another Evidence of Democratic Regression
The criminalization of Haris Azhar and Fatia Maulidiyanti is a threat to freedom of expression. Indonesia is not worthy of becoming a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council.
Opinion Monday, March 13, 2023 Edition
Israel's Action is More Serious than Apartheid
The UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese reveals the situation in Palestine and why she says Israel maintains an apartheid policy in the territory.
International Monday, March 13, 2023 Edition
The Sole Candidate for Bank Indonesia
Sri Mulyani was included as a candidate for governor of Bank Indonesia. After getting some new whispers, Jokowi chose Perry Warjiyo again.
Economy Monday, March 6, 2023 Edition
New Sidelines
Changes to Sidelines. Goenawan Mohamad will still contribute to the column, though not on a weekly basis.
Letter From Monday, March 6, 2023 Edition
The Pragmatic Way to Find Vice-Presidential Candidates
Prospective presidential candidates are being pragmatic in choosing their running mates. Electoral interests are the only consideration.
Opinion Monday, February 27, 2023 Edition
Business and Journalism: Two Sides of the Same Coin?
The Indonesian Press Council is formulating a draft presidential regulation aimed at fostering business equality between news media and digital platforms to ensure that business and quality go hand in hand.
Interview Monday, February 20, 2023 Edition
No Subsidies for Electric Cars
The government would only provide subsidies for electric motorcycles, while electric cars would only get tax discounts. A bid to cut down on fuel oil subsidies.
Economy Monday, February 13, 2023 Edition
The President’s Mixed Messages
Jokowi seems to be of two minds as the 2024 General Elections approach. He encourages presidential candidates to campaign and does not outright reject the idea of a presidential term extension.
Cover Story Monday, February 6, 2023 Edition
Overconfident Politicians
Readers’ letters about overconfident politicians and critics to the ban for women to work at non-government organizations in Afghanistan.
Letters Monday, January 30, 2023 Edition
Wrong Subsidies for Electric Vehicles
Subsidies for purchases of electric vehicles are vulnerable to conflicts of interest. Operators of public transportation must receive assistance.