Tom Lembong Case and Inequality Before the Law
There are many irregularities in relation to the detention of Tom Lembong. Without sufficient evidence of corruption, this case can be considered as politicization, and not enforcement, of the law.
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Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology: We Don’t Want to Come Off as Authoritarian
Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Satryo Soemantri Brodjonegoro explains BRIN’s position in the Prabowo government.
Interview Monday, November 11, 2024 Edition
Repatriated Artifacts from the Netherlands
A collection of hundreds of cultural artifacts from the second phase of repatriation from the Netherlands is on display at the National Museum of Indonesia.
Interlude Monday, November 11, 2024 Edition
The Fate of BRIN under Prabowo’s Administration
The position of BRIN remains uncertain under Prabowo Subianto’s administration. The restructuring of the research agency is hampered by political interests.
Science & Technology Monday, November 11, 2024 Edition
Tom Lembong’s Lawyer: The Amount of State Losses Remains Unclear
Tom Lembong’s lawyer on the irregularities of his case.
Law Monday, November 11, 2024 Edition
Indonesia Investment Authority in Search of Sovereign Wealth
The Indonesia Investment Authority is set to merge with Danantara, but it still fails to optimize investments and faces ongoing issues with foreign investor confidence.
Cover Story 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
Reducing the Authority of the SOEs Ministry
Danantara will reduce the authority of the SOEs Minister. Transferring the management of major SOEs will make the Ministry almost powerless.
Cover Story Monday, November 11, 2024 Edition
Behind the Formation of Danantara
Prabowo Subianto is establishing BPI Danantara to manage state-owned enterprises. There are reportedly tug-of-wars and a number of obstacles in the process, including the obligation to revise laws.
Cover Story 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
How Differently-Abled People Monitored the Drafting of a Jakarta Bylaw
Jakarta's regulations were considered as failing to fulfill the aspirations of differently-abled people
Special Report Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
When Differently-Abled People Use Transjakarta Buses
Tempo accompanied several differently-abled people as they navigated public transportation in Jakarta.
Special Report Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
Obstacles to the Provision of Inclusive Public Transportation
Jakarta is striving to provide inclusive transportation, but challenges remain, from funding issues to construction oversight.
Special Report Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
Holes in Jakarta Transportation for Differently-Abled People
Despite some improvements, much still needs to be done regarding access to public transport for people with disabilities.
Special Report Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
The 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
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
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
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.
Cover Story Monday, October 7, 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
Inauguration of DPR Members
With old faces still occupying more than half the seats, can DPR members be trusted to speak up and truly represent the people’s voice?
Letters Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
Arbitrary Changes of Elected Candidates
Using a variety of pretexts, the political parties replace elected legislative candidates. This is a betrayal of the people’s choice.
Opinion Monday, September 30, 2024 Edition
Lesson Learned from the Release of Phillip Mehrtens
The kidnapping of pilot Phillip Mehrtens was ended through negotiation. This is a lesson for the Prabowo administration about how to resolve the Papua conflict.
Opinion Monday, September 30, 2024 Edition
The Hidden Truth of Sea Sand Export
The sea sand export policy benefits financial backers close to tycoons. Also, it is a gift for Singapore.
Opinion 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
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
Dare to Die for Jokowi
News that there would be a mass rally to show support for Jokowi did not materialize. Had it been, then what for?
Letters 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
The Risk of Failing of the Food Estate
The food estate project in Merauke has the potential to repeat the failures of MIFEE in the past. Developing large-scale agriculture is challenging.
Cover Story Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
Destruction of Ecosystems, Disappearance of Customary Land
The rice paddy development program will sacrifice 1.02 million hectares of customary land in Merauke. It will also annihilate biodiversity.
Cover Story Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
Profit Opportunities After Interest Rate Cut
The Fed and Bank Indonesia cut rates, allowing the banks to gain maximum profit.
Market Pulse Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
The Land of Anim Ha Endangered by Aspirations of Self-Sufficiency
Preparing 2.9 million hectares of land under the food estate program in Merauke, South Papua, the government aims to achieve rice and sugar self-sufficiency within three to four years. Mirroring the previous failed food estate initiative.
Cover Story Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
A New Minister at the End of Jokowi's Administration
There is a strong aroma of politics around the appointment of Saifullah Yusuf as Minister for Social Affairs. President Jokowi should focus on dealing with the problems of poverty.
Opinion 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
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
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
Exporting Crisis from China
China’s economic crisis has the potential to spread around the world. It can kill industries and manufactured goods in many countries.
Market Pulse Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
High-selling Rooftop Solar Power Plants
The quota for rooftop solar power plant installations is nearly exhausted. Demand from both industry and households is skyrocketing.
Cover Story Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Investors Pushing for Energy Transition, Power Wheeling Scheme
Foreign companies are urging President Joko Widodo to implement the power wheeling scheme. The private sector is pushing to hasten the energy transition.
Cover Story Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
The Epilogue of Pope Francis’ Visit
If matters are left to those who are not expert, we are destined to face a destruction.
Letters Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Give and Take for Kaesang Pangarep
There is increasingly compelling evidence of a gratification in the form of a private jet for Kaesang Pangarep. The KPK could investigate this thoroughly.
Opinion Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
Transparency in the Selection of Supreme Court Justices
The DPR rejected all candidates for Supreme Court and ad hoc human rights justices put forward by the Judicial Commission. There needs to be transparency in the selection process.
Opinion Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
The Pope and the Irony of Our Leaders
Pope Francis was enthusiastically welcomed on his visit to Indonesia. It was the simple journey of a religious leader and campaigner for social justice.
Opinion Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
The Relationship of Indonesia and the Vatican
Indonesia and the Vatican enjoyed a good relationship long before the Pope’s visit. The Vatican reportedly helped Indonesia lobby the European Union.
Cover Story Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
Seeking Blessings from the Holy Father
Catholics eagerly follow Pope Francis’ visit. Some are willing to spend a large sum of money to participate in the grand mass with the Pope.
Cover Story Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
The Fall of Gibran and Kaesangs’ Culinary Businesses
The culinary businesses of Gibran Rakabuming and Kaesang Pangarep are fading. This seems to contradict their massive financing.
Economy Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
Overwhelming Support for Solo Soccer Team and Kaesang
Persis Solo attracts substantial funding since Kaesang Pangarep acquired its shares. Sponsors tend to be influenced by the prominence of the owner.
Economy Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
Alleged Connection of Kaesang and Gibran to Entrepreneurs
A photograph of a private jet window exposes Kaesang Pangarep and Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s connections to a network of business actors.
Economy Monday, September 9, 2024 Edition
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
Palace Interference in the Jakarta Gubernatorial Election
The PDI-P canceled its plan to nominate Anies Baswedan for the Jakarta gubernatorial election. Pressure came in the form of legal cases and revisions to the MD3 Law.
Cover Story Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
How the Melemba Guard the Habitat of Jatabara
The Melemba ethnic group in Ende, East Nusa Tenggara, contributes to conserving the habitat of the Flores eagle. It is part of the indigenous community’s wisdom.
Outreach Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
Chair of the Indonesian Bishops’ Conference: The Church is Never Neutral
Chair of the Presidium of the Indonesian Bishops' Conference (KWI) Monsignor Antonius Subianto Bunjamin spoke about the preparations for Pope Francis’ visit.
Interview Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
Police Official Involved in Tin Corruption in Bangka Belitung
The trial of the defendants in the tin corruption case revealed the involvement of Brig. Gen. Mukti Juharsa. He evaded scrutiny from the Attorney General’s Office.
Law Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
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
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
The Last Dance from Jokowi
Jokowi reshuffles his cabinet two months before the end of his administration. This is only to serve his own political interests.
Opinion 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.