The Wrong Way to Reduce the Cost of Regional Elections
Prabowo Subianto wants regional heads to be once again selected by Regional Legislative Councils. This would weaken democracy and deprive the people of a voice.
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The High Cost of Becoming a Regional Head
A number of regional head candidates spent billions of rupiah in the 2024 elections. The elections were rife with money politics.
Cover Story Monday, December 23, 2024 Edition
The Back-and-Forth of Regional Head Elections
Efforts to return the election of regional heads to the DPRD emerge under every administration. Direct elections are considered more democratic.
Cover Story Monday, December 23, 2024 Edition
The Plan to Revert Regional Election to the Regional Legislative Council
Prabowo Subianto wants to have direct regional head elections be conducted through regional legislative councils. His supporters are maneuvering to push the plan through.
Cover Story Monday, December 23, 2024 Edition
Minister of Law Supratman Andi Agtas: Direct Regional Head Elections Are Not Necessarily Bad
Supratman Andi Agtas explains President Prabowo’s idea to hold indirect regional elections or Pilkada.
Interview Monday, December 23, 2024 Edition
Batanghari River Basin Critical Condition Due to Illegal Gold Mining
Illegal mining exacerbates the critical condition of the upstream Batanghari River Basin Area (DAS). The fraudulent practices involve many actors.
Environment Monday, December 23, 2024 Edition
KPK Chair Setyo Budiyanto: No Dual Loyalties in the KPK
KPK’s new chief, Setyo Budiyanto, is confident in tackling investigation and prosecution challenges and determined to unite all staff under his leadership.
Law Monday, December 23, 2024 Edition
Radical Evil
Radical evil holds the view that evil only exists outside of us. This closes off the possibility that evil could be within us.
Marginalia Monday, December 23, 2024 Edition
The Political Journey of Pramono Anung
Pramono Anung’s political career is quite impressive. He chose to remain neutral during Jokowi’s conflict with the PDI-P.
National Monday, December 16, 2024 Edition
National Energy Council Member, Agus Puji Prasetyono: Many Have Proposed PLTN Construction
Hashim Djojohadikusumo, head of the Indonesian delegation at COP29, revealed that Indonesia wants to develop nuclear energy. Are we ready?
Science & Technology Monday, December 16, 2024 Edition
The Free Nutritious Meal Program Stowaways
The government amended the beef import regulations in order to smooth the way for the free nutritious meal program. This will have a negative effect on the management of the livestock sector.
Opinion Monday, December 9, 2024 Edition
Disadvantages of National Strategic Projects
Development through the model of national strategic projects is a source of conflict and violations of human rights. One of the causes is excessive favorable treatment in the implementation of projects.
Opinion Monday, December 9, 2024 Edition
Indonesia’s Free Nutritious Meal Program Lags Behind in Southeast Asia
Indonesia still lags behind other countries that already implemented free school lunch programs.
International Monday, December 9, 2024 Edition
Alleged Involvement of Police and Military in the Regional Elections
A former subordinate of President Prabowo won the regional head election in North Sulawesi. There are suspicions that the police and military helped ensure his victory.
National Monday, December 9, 2024 Edition
Improving the Quality of Milk
The government will issue regulations requiring the industry to purchase local milk. There are issues with quality and unscrupulous actors.
Economy Monday, December 9, 2024 Edition
Forced Support for the Nutritious Meal Program
The government asks businesses to assist in importing cattle for the free nutritious meal project, with import recommendation issuance becoming the leverage.
Economy Monday, December 9, 2024 Edition
A Forgotten National Asset in Our Ecosystem
A total of 117 lakes in West Java and Banten are shrinking, or even disappearing. These national assets should not be forgotten.
Opinion Monday, December 2, 2024 Edition
How Seven Prisoners Escaped from Salemba Detention Facility
The Salemba Detention Center guards are suspected of negligence in the case of seven inmates escaping. It is alleged that someone supplied tools to the escapees.
Law Monday, December 2, 2024 Edition
Provincial Minimum Wage Compromise
The government finally set the average minimum wage increase at 6.5 percent, following a tug-of-war over the calculation formula after the Constitutional Court annulled the labor cluster in the Job Creation Law.
Cover Story Monday, December 2, 2024 Edition
Muhammad Adek Rizaldi, Director of Operations and Maintenance, Public Works Ministry: We Hope to Continue Receiving Oversight
Long-delayed decrees to establish legal boundaries to restore and protect lakes from exploitation require cooperation across government and local agencies.
Environment Monday, December 2, 2024 Edition
Sasi Saves Nutmeg and the Maleo Birds
In Maluku, the sasi tradition is also applied to various natural resources to ensure their sustainability and quality.
Outreach Monday, December 2, 2024 Edition
Sasi in Maluku: An Ancient Tradition to Protect Natural Resources
Amid rampant fish poaching in Indonesian waters, traditional communities in Maluku enforce sasi, a practice that protects the seas and coasts.
Outreach Monday, December 2, 2024 Edition
The Danger of Jokowi’s Intervention in Regional Elections
Jokowi is backing a number of candidates in the regional elections, including in Jakarta and Central Java. It is time Prabowo drew a line under his relationship with the former president.
Opinion Monday, November 25, 2024 Edition
Lack of Protection for Victims of Sexual Violence on Campuses
Cases of sexual violence remain high on campuses.
Law Monday, November 25, 2024 Edition
Lapor Tempo: Sexual Violence on Campus Victims Reporting App
As a form of public participation, Tempo provides Lapor Tempo to accommodate reports from victims of sexual violence on campuses.
Law Monday, November 25, 2024 Edition
Dealing with Increasing Sexual Violence on Campuses
The Sexual Violence Prevention and Handling Task Force often encounters obstacles when dealing with sexual violence cases on campus. Victims feel they do not receive justice.
Law Monday, November 25, 2024 Edition
Jokowi and Prabowo’s Support in the Central Java Gubernatorial Election
The PDI-P is wary about Jokowi and Prabowo's support for Ahmad Luthfi in the Central Java gubernatorial election. Police are suspected of pressuring business owners for support.
Cover Story Monday, November 25, 2024 Edition
Loopholes in Debt Write-Offs for Small Businesses
The government writes off non-performing loans of fishermen and small business owners. Detailed criteria can prevent moral hazards.
Opinion Monday, November 18, 2024 Edition
National Commission on Human Rights Chair: Human Rights Enforcement Cannot Rely Solely on Political Maneuvers
National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) Chair Atnike Nova Sigiro on human rights enforcement in the Prabowo Subianto era.
Interview Monday, November 18, 2024 Edition
Protectors of Online Gambling Sites at the Communication and Digital Affairs Ministry
The number of people suspected of protecting online gambling sites increases to 18. Employees of the Communication and Digital Affairs Ministry are involved.
Cover Story Monday, November 18, 2024 Edition
Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid: Online Gambling Site Blocking Continues
The Communication and Digital Affairs Ministry is tidying up house now that 10 of its employees are accused of participating in online gambling. Their flow of cash is being scrutinized.
Cover Story Monday, November 18, 2024 Edition
Exposing Online Gambling Protection Scandal
Former Communication and Informatics Minister Budi Arie Setiadi is implicated in an online gambling case. He allegedly met with representatives of gambling operators.
Cover Story Monday, November 18, 2024 Edition
Lack of Information and Misaligned Distribution of People’s Credit
The disbursement of People’s Business Credit faces numerous challenges. Farmers and small business owners are vulnerable to loan sharks and middlemen.
Economy Monday, November 18, 2024 Edition
The Research Agency Political Hostage
The future of BRIN is uncertain in the administration of Prabowo Subianto. It is caught up in a political deal with the PDI-P.
Opinion Monday, November 11, 2024 Edition
Police Hands in the 2024 Regional Head Elections
There are indications that the police are taking sides in local elections in a number of regions. This is the next setback for democracy after the presidential election.
Opinion Monday, November 11, 2024 Edition
Police Involvement in the Regional Head Elections
Jokowi and the police are helping to bring Ahmad Luthfi-Taj Yasin to victory in the Central Java Regional Head Election, allegedly pressuring village heads to show support.
National Monday, November 11, 2024 Edition
Tom Lembong’s Sugar Import Scandal
The Attorney General’s Office is still withholding the evidence in the sugar import case involving Tom Lembong. State losses remain unclear.
Law Monday, November 11, 2024 Edition
Minke’s Kiss of Ambivalence
In the face of ambivalence, who is evil? It is those who choose greater evil or lesser evil.
Marginalia Monday, November 11, 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
The Illegal Gold Miner Scapegoats
Officials are all trying to avoid responsibility for illegal gold mining in protected forests. The dangers to the environment and to health are being ignored.
Opinion Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
Disasters at the Illegal Gold Mines
Illegal gold mines that collapsed in Solok Regency, West Sumatra, damage the Batanghari watershed. Authorities are suspected of protecting investors.
Environment Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
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
Political Parties Replace Elected Lawmakers
Political parties replace elected legislative members over alleged vote manipulation.
News Capsule 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
Former Officials in Sea Sand Business
Dozens of companies are seeking permits to process marine sediment. They include businessmen, regional head candidates, and former cabinet ministers.
Cover Story 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
Claims over Regional Support
Arsjad Rasyid and Anindya Bakrie both claim support from regional Kadin branches. Legal battles continue.
Economy Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
Clear the Land First, Environmental Impact Assessment Later
The clearing of forests for the food estate project does not yet have an environmental impact assessment. It will be issued later.
Cover Story Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
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
Palace Appointees in the KPK Leaderships
The selection of the KPK leadership is being forced through before the end of the terms of the DPR and Jokowi. Watch out for Presidential Palace appointees.
Opinion Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Fractures in the Indonesia Onward Coalition
Two rivals in Jakarta’s upcoming regional elections are sharpening their winning strategies. There is a rift in the Indonesia Onward Coalition.
National Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
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
Saving Regional Languages Using Artificial Intelligence
The Language Agency uses artificial intelligence to preserve endangered regional languages, starting with the creation of a vast corpus data.
Science & Technology Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Digital Certificates’ Alluring Profits
The business of digital signatures and e-stamps is booming, as regulations push digital certificate providers to rake in profits.
Economy Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Pope Francis and Marginalized Communities
The first agenda item on Pope Francis’ visit was to meet with marginalized communities. The Pope encourages Catholic Church leaders to welcome Muslim refugees.
Cover Story Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
Reducing Gorontalo Forest into Wood Pellets
A biomass plant has the potential to clear 693,795 hectares of Gorontalo’s forest. The raw material for the wood pellets intended for export comes from deforestation.
Environment Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
A Realistic Free Lunch Program
The free lunch program needs to be selective that the provinces with high prevalence of malnutrition should be put on the priority list.
Letters Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
Capital Injections in Gibran and Kaesang’s Startups
Startups owned by Gibran Rakabuming Raka and Kaesang Pangarep are flooded with venture capital injections. Assisted by a presidential advisor.
Economy Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
Palace Interference in the Jakarta Gubernatorial Election
The PDI-P canceled its plan to nominate Anies Baswedan for the Jakarta gubernatorial election. Pressure came in the form of legal cases and revisions to the MD3 Law.
Cover Story Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
Police Official Involved in Tin Corruption in Bangka Belitung
The trial of the defendants in the tin corruption case revealed the involvement of Brig. Gen. Mukti Juharsa. He evaded scrutiny from the Attorney General’s Office.
Law Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
Political Maneuvering for BPK Seats
Commission XI of the House of Representatives will elect five BPK members. Several political parties are forming a coalition to support their strongest candidates.
Economy Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
Police Brutality against Demonstrators
The police continue to resort to brutality to silence demonstrators. This is a violation of human rights.
Opinion Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
The General’s Role in Tin Corruption
The name of Brig. Gen. Mukti Juharsa is implicated in the tin corruption case. The Attorney General’s Office must not be soft and slow.
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
Rallies to Guard Constitutional Court’s Decision
Police act excessively in handling the demonstrations nationwide in support of the Constitutional Court decision. Where are the President and Vice President?
Letters Monday, September 2, 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
The Rise of Bahlil Lahadalia as Golkar’s General Chair
Jokowi is believed to have intervened in making Bahlil Lahadalia general chairperson of the Golkar Party.
Cover Story Monday, August 26, 2024 Edition
Failed Operation of the Government-Supporting Coalition
The government and the House failed to pass a revision of the Regional Head Election Law. Prabowo suggested that Kaesang Pangarep not run in the 2024 regional head elections.
Cover Story Monday, August 26, 2024 Edition
The Trial and Budget for Free Nutritious Meal Program
The trial of the free nutritious meal program involves military personnel and private parties. Authorities manage everything from communal kitchens to food distribution.
Economy Monday, August 26, 2024 Edition
Why Jokowi Appointed Bahlil Lahadalia as Energy Minister
Just months before the end of his term, Jokowi appointed Bahlil Lahadalia as Energy and Mineral Resources Minister. The position is considered prone to conflicts of interest.
National Monday, August 26, 2024 Edition
Political Turmoil Dampens Positive Sentiment
The hijacking of the Constitutional Court’s decision on the Regional Head Election Law affects investor confidence, and political commotion hurts Prabowo’s government.
Market Pulse Monday, August 26, 2024 Edition
The Final Days of Mohammad Hoesni Thamrin
During the last days before his death, M.H. Thamrin was under house arrest, accused of attempting to subvert the Dutch colonial government.