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.
Search Result “Hamdan Wa Majdan”
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
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
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
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
Controversial Power Wheeling Articles in New and Renewable Energy Bill
Articles on power wheeling prevent the legislation of a New and Renewable Energy Bill. State electricity company PLN’s unique position could be left precarious.
Cover Story Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
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
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
Jerry Hermawan Lo Talks about Tommy Hermawan Lo, Mr. T, and Online Gambling
An interview with Jerry Hermawan Lo. He denies the allegation that he runs an online gambling scheme.
Law Monday, August 12, 2024 Edition
The Threat of Extinction of the Irrawaddy Dolphin
A series of deaths of Irrawaddy dolphins is a warning that this rare animal is increasingly under threat. Extinction is only a matter of time.
Opinion Monday, August 5, 2024 Edition
Open Conflict Between Jokowi and Megawati
Megawati Soekarnoputri is upset over legal cases and election obstructions of her cadres. Political differences heighten her conflict with Jokowi.
Cover Story Monday, August 5, 2024 Edition
The Nawacita Utopia
Tempo examined the achievements of Jokowi’s nine priority programs called Nawacita. There are numerous critical notes.
Special Report Monday, July 29, 2024 Edition
The Impacts of Karen Agustiawan's Sentence on the Business Decisions of SOE Directors
The guilty verdict for Karen Agustiawan shows that in Indonesia, even business decisions can easily lead to prosecution. This will have a long-term negative impact on our economy.
Opinion Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
Why the Railway Corruption Case Grinds to a Halt
The corruption case at the Directorate-General of Railway fails to implicate any of the big names clearly mentioned in court. The KPK is at death’s door.
Opinion Monday, June 17, 2024 Edition
More Suspects in the Railway Corruption Case
The investigation into the railway corruption case has yet to implicate high-ranking officials of the Transportation Ministry. The case ran aground at the hands of KPK investigators.
Law 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
The Flawed Auction of Assets from Jiwasraya Corruption Case
There were many irregularities with the sale of the assets relating to corruption in Jiwasraya. The auction winner received special treatment.
Opinion Monday, May 27, 2024 Edition
The Cheap Sale of Jiwasraya’s Confiscated Assets
The auction value of the seized assets from the corruption case of Asuransi Jiwasraya is allegedly below the market price. It is linked to an ex-convict in a bribery case.
Law Monday, May 27, 2024 Edition
I Dewa Gede Palguna: The Constitutional Court Law Revision Is to Control Its Judges
Constitutional Court’s Ethics Council Chair I Dewa Gede Palguna on his stance rejecting a revision to the Constitutional Court Law.
National Monday, May 20, 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
Irwansyah: They should have a positive and relaxed mind when playing
Indonesian badminton men’s singles coach, Irwansyah, talks about the achievements in the 2024 All England.
Interview Monday, April 22, 2024 Edition
Jawa-1 PLTGU Financial and Technical Problems
Operators of the Jawa-1 steam-gas power plant are in a financial strain. Technical problems are slowing down the project’s development.
Economy Monday, February 19, 2024 Edition
Arswendy Bening Swara: Two Sides of the Wandering Haj
Arswendy Bening Swara gives a convincing performance as a wandering religious pilgrim.
Special Report Monday, January 29, 2024 Edition
The Origin of Karen Agustiawan’s Corruption Allegation
Former Pertamina CEO, Karen Agustiawan, files a lawsuit against the audit of PricewaterhouseCoopers. It does not change the Corruption Eradication Commission’s investigation.
Law Monday, January 22, 2024 Edition
The Cause of the Nickel Smelter Explosion in Morowali
The case of a fire breaking out at an ITSS nickel smelter is pointing towards procedural violations. The Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs is using a criminal approach that targets workers, while the Ministry of Manpower is targeting corporate suspects.
Cover Story Monday, January 8, 2024 Edition
Untoward Practices at the Tsingshan Smelter in Morowali
A fire at the Tsingshan nickel smelter that killed 19 workers is believed to have been caused by carelessness. There was minimal oversight.
Opinion Monday, January 1, 2024 Edition
Can Nawawi Regain Public Trust in KPK?
How will Nawawi Pomolango restore public trust in KPK?
Interview Monday, December 25, 2023 Edition
The Alleged Bribery in the Railway Project
The KPK names businessman Muhammad Suryo as a suspect in the alleged bribery for the railway project. He is known to be a close associate of Insp. Gen. Karyoto.
Law Monday, November 27, 2023 Edition
Constitutional Court’s Ethics Council Examines Anwar Usman
The Constitutional Court’s Ethics Council (MKMK) scrutinizes the role played by Constitutional Court Chief Justice Anwar Usman. The formation of the MKMK is being stalled.
National 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
Goenawan Mohamad's Drawings, Exploring All Possible Lines
In the solo exhibition of Goenawan Mohamad, the drawings are honest and free. GM presents many solitary objects.
Arts Monday, September 11, 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
How Fishermen in Mentawai Islands Catch Octopuses
Awareness of how fishing practices can be harmful is improved in Mentawai Islands, but there are still obstacles.
Outreach Monday, August 21, 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
Whitewashing a Candidate
The support for Prabowo Subianto from Budiman Sudjatmiko and other 1998 activists is a form of political pragmatism. A disavowal of justice for the victims.
Opinion Monday, July 31, 2023 Edition
The Reward of Cabinet Seats
The inclusion of Jokowi volunteers in the cabinet could easily be exploited for the political interests of the president. It is moving further away from a cabinet of experts.
Opinion Monday, July 24, 2023 Edition
Goenawan Mohamad and the 27 Ghosts
Goenawan Mohamad exhibits works depicting ghosts he encountered in a collective exhibition in Art Jog 2023.
Arts Monday, July 17, 2023 Edition
Greenwashing in the Green Finance
Greenwashing practices are increasing in the finance industry. Indonesia does not yet have regulations to counter these deceptive actions.
Economy Monday, July 3, 2023 Edition
I Am Loyal to Megawati and Jokowi
PDI-P’s presidential nominee Ganjar Pranowo talks candidly about the support he receives from Jokowi and Megawati Soekarnoputri.
Interview Monday, June 5, 2023 Edition
Goenawan Mohamad’s Farewell
Goenawan Mohamad’s gracious farewell from Sidelines.
Letters Monday, May 8, 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
Groundwater Exploitation Depletes Jakarta
Excessive extraction of groundwater has been the greatest contributor to Jakarta’s land subsidence. The construction of drinking water pipes will be accelerated.
Environment Monday, April 10, 2023 Edition
PNM Wins Indonesia Top Digital Innovation Award 2023
This award will motivate PNM to continue to give the best to Indonesia. #Infotempo
Inforial Monday, February 20, 2023 Edition
Nucleus Farma Won Five Prestigious International Awards
Nucleus Farma won five awards.
Inforial Monday, February 13, 2023 Edition
Growing Up Away from Home
Ahmadi children suffer from persecution, but hold no grudges. They want to grow up to become doctors and pilots.
Interlude Monday, January 30, 2023 Edition
The Thorn of Migrant Workers in Anwar’s Shoes
Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim promises to protect Indonesian migrant workers.
Asean & Beyond Monday, January 23, 2023 Edition
Towards Zero Waste City
Bandung and Bali are determined to become zero waste cities. Their journey begins by sorting garbage from the source.
Environment Monday, January 9, 2023 Edition
The Successor of Ki Hadjar in Manokwari
A mathematics teacher in Manokwari, Krisye Kloudia Adimin, transforms the school’s teaching method and interaction with students after joining the Guru Penggerak Program.
Special Report Monday, December 12, 2022 Edition
Inspirational Teacher in Polewali Mandar
Erniwati, Principal of the State Elementary School 66 in Pekkabata, West Sulawesi, holds inspirational class events at her school. This participant in the Guru Penggerak program, known for her punctuality, makes many breakthroughs through her works.
Special Report Monday, December 12, 2022 Edition
Anwar’s New Chapter of Spotlight
The King of Malaysia finally sworn in Anwar Ibrahim as the new prime minister while the National Alliance decides to become opposition.
Asean & Beyond Monday, November 28, 2022 Edition
PNM Wins Three BUMN Branding & Marketing Awards 2022
This award becomes a new standard for PNM to develop and keep growing. #Infotempo
Inforial Monday, November 14, 2022 Edition
PNM Won Two Awards at the 2022 BUMN Awards
The awards prove that PNM has succeeded in building brand awareness while still paying attention to brand equity. #Infotempo
Inforial Monday, October 31, 2022 Edition
PNM Campaigns for Handwashing with Soap in Lombok
This campaign was attended by 500 participants, consisting of 250 PNM Mekaar customers and the public, especially underprivileged women.#InfoTempo
Inforial Monday, October 17, 2022 Edition
PNM Wins 'The Best SoE in Empowering Ultra-Micro' Award
The award winners at the annual event were assessed based on the rating results of the Infobank Research Bureau with the criteria for business growth and important financial ratios. #Infotempo
Inforial Monday, September 26, 2022 Edition
Toward the Peak of Inflation
The rise in food and fuel prices is out of control. The Russia-Ukraine war triggers the inflation.
Cover Story Monday, August 29, 2022 Edition
The Danger of Conflict of Interest for Anwar Usman
The marriage of Anwar Usman to the sister of President Joko Widodo could damage the independence and quality of the rulings issued by the Constitutional Court. This is at odds with the Judicial Authority Law.
Opinion Monday, June 6, 2022 Edition
Pelalawan Forest Management
Letters: from the Pelalawan forest to handling an ankle injury.
Letters Monday, April 18, 2022 Edition
No Compromise for Terawan
The ethical violations by doctor Terawan Agus Putranto are plain for all to see. The Indonesian Doctors Association made the right decision.
Opinion Monday, April 4, 2022 Edition
Kawasi Muddied by Nickel
Mud from nickel mining and processing is reportedly polluting the waters around Kawasi, Obi Island, North Maluku. Tailing waste is also being dumped into the sea.
Environment Monday, February 7, 2022 Edition
Press Council Award 2021
The Press Council gives its Award 2021 to Tempo in the printed media category. This award is for you, loyal readers.
Letter From Monday, December 13, 2021 Edition
Umi Sardjono and Allegations Against Gerwani
Tempo again presents a special report as an effort to verify the historical claims manufactured by Suharto’s regime surrounding the September 30, 1965 tragedy. This time, we wish to present the life, activism, and ideas of Gerwani Chair, Umi Sardjono.
Cover Story Monday, October 4, 2021 Edition
Waiting for Norway
Norway has not yet released US$56 million to Indonesia under the REDD+ arrangement. Negotiators from both countries are still deliberating the matter.
Environment Monday, August 2, 2021 Edition
Farewell to Terawan's Vaccine
There is no longer any need for the government to be responsible for research into the Nusantara vaccine being promoted by former Minister of Health Terawan Agus Putranto. None of the claims about it have been tested clinically.
Opinion Monday, April 26, 2021 Edition
The Arduous Road Toward Ending Sexual Violence
THE Sexual Violence Eradication Bill returned to the national legislation limelight on 23 March. This is the fruit of the labor of women’s rights activists who have been tireless in realizing legislation to protect women from sexual violence. But the struggle is far from over. Since it was first proposed by the National Commission on Violence against Women in 2012, the draft regulation has been in limbo. After entering the national legislation program in 2016, the bill remained unpassed. Women’s rights activists have gone through a winding road to convince the House of Representatives and the government so that the draft regulation can be immediately discussed and passed.
Special Report Monday, April 26, 2021 Edition
Whitewashing Coal Waste
The government removed the ash resulting from burning coal in power plants from the category of hazardous and toxic waste. The industry sector is not yet ready to exploit it.
Opinion Monday, March 22, 2021 Edition
We Need Science, not Fatwas
The ruling, or fatwa, from the Indonesian Ulemas Council (MUI) that concludes the AstraZeneca vaccine haram—forbidden—should not be a consideration in the Covid-19 vaccination program. Matters of health need medical and scientific considerations, not fatwas.
Opinion Monday, March 22, 2021 Edition
The Fast Lane for Terawan’s Vaccine
Terawan Agus Putranto is promoting the Nusantara vaccine to a number of officials. The National Institute of Health Research and Development does not fully supported research plans for this dendritic-cell vaccine. Terawan is also attaching researchers’ names without their consent.
National Monday, March 8, 2021 Edition
Jiwasraya Supervisor's Fear
The Attorney General's Office still has not named any new suspect in the Asuransi Jiwasraya investment funds scandal. For quite a while now, the Financial Services Authority has detected foul play in Jiwasraya's asset placement, but no firm action was ever taken.
Law Monday, March 1, 2021 Edition
A New Opportunity for Renewable Energy
The New and Renewable Energy Bill must accelerate the endeavor to abandon fossil-based energy sources such as coal. As a precondition, the mechanism for purchasing electricity must be revised.
Opinion Monday, February 1, 2021 Edition
The Long-Awaited Regulations
The House of Representatives is preparing to fast-track the discussions on the New and Renewable Energy Bill. Some new ideas are not accommodated.
Economy Monday, February 1, 2021 Edition
SIM Swap Scam
Cases of illegal SIM card swaps ending in bank account theft have increased in the past year. Allegedly bank employees are involved.
Law Monday, January 18, 2021 Edition
Limited of Swab Testing
Due to the government limiting the level of covid testing, people in several regions are having difficulty accessing swab tests.
National Monday, January 4, 2021 Edition
A Lifeboat for Jiwasraya
The government injected Rp22 trillion into Jiwasraya by establishing a new insurance company. This is the best of all the possible schemes.
Opinion Monday, October 19, 2020 Edition
Towards
Goenawan Mohamad
Sidelines Monday, October 19, 2020 Edition
Polluted Bengawan Solo
The pollution of the Bengawan Solo River continues without any satisfactory solution. Serious measures are needed against the companies that dispose waste.
Opinion Monday, September 14, 2020 Edition
Surprise Swab Test
Swab tests were conducted under irregular circumstances on activists in East Kalimantan. Some think it was a ruse to halt their advocacy activities.
Law Monday, August 10, 2020 Edition
National Narcotics Agency Chief Heru Winarko: The Taiwanese Network is Highly Secretive
Crystal methamphetamine from Myanmar is often smuggled in by Taiwanese fishermen. National Narcotics Agency (BNN) has identified the ships used for this purpose since 2017, but their names are frequently changed to cover the traffickers’ tracks.
Law Monday, July 27, 2020 Edition
Sri Mulyani Indrawati, Finance Minister: This is an Extraordinary Dilemma
As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to restrict major public activities, the government predicts the national economic growth to take a nose dive to minus 4.3 percent in the second quarter. “For the most part, the drop is attributed to a sharp decline in consumer spending,” said Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati, 57, during a special interview with Tempo on July 17.
Interview Monday, July 20, 2020 Edition
Jiwasraya’s Bad connection
Ties between players in a suspected corruption case at Jiwasraya are becoming clearer. The involvement of investment managers led investigators to the Financial Services Authority and the Indonesian Stock Exchange.
Economy Monday, July 6, 2020 Edition
Bosowa-Kalla’s Last chance
Bosowa Corporation is attempting to maintain control over Bank Bukopin, which is one step away from being handed over to Kookmin Bank. Due to Bank Bukopin’s worsening liquidity, it has become increasingly urgent to inject more capital into the bank. Bukopin’s chronic illness came to the surface due to loan issues with companies affiliated with the Kalla group and Bosowa.
Cover Story Tuesday, June 23, 2020 Edition
The Last Home of Mentawai’s Primates
Four species of primates endemic to Mentawai Islands are now endangered. Most of their populations are found just outside of Siberut National Park, in what is designated as production forest area. This report is supported by the Rainforest Journalism Fund under partnership with the Pulitzer Center.
Environment Tuesday, June 23, 2020 Edition
Jokowi’s Son Maneuvers Towards Candidacy
Following in his father’s footsteps, Joko Widodo’s son Gibran Rakabuming Raka is one step away from becoming Solo’s mayor. Although he received rejection from the Solo branch of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P), that chose to support another candidate, Gibran has the support of PDI-P’s central board. Other parties have given their support after some lobbying from the Palace. Gibran also has the full support of his family.
Cover Story Tuesday, June 16, 2020 Edition
The Last Home of Mentawai’s Primates
Four species of primates endemic to Mentawai Islands are now endangered. Most of their populations are found just outside of Siberut National Park, in what is designated as production forest area. This report is supported by the Rainforest Journalism Fund under partnership with the Pulitzer Center.
Environment Tuesday, June 16, 2020 Edition
Mochamad Ridwan Kamil, Governor of West Java: Incomplete Data Will Get Me into Trouble
West Java Governor Mochamad Ridwan Kamil has ordered large-scale social restrictions—or PSBB as widely known—across the entire West Java region starting May 6 following the successful implementation of the same measures in Bogor-Depok-Bekasi and Greater Bandung.
Interview Tuesday, May 12, 2020 Edition
Sri Tiawati: The Tribe’s Stubborn School Teacher
Sri Tiawati was adamant to build a school for her tribe in Semeriot village. She was once embarrassed to have been a native of Dayak Punan.
Cover Story Tuesday, April 28, 2020 Edition
Head of the Legal, Cooperation, Public Communications, and Protocol Bureau of the Nuclear Energy Regulatory Agency Indra Gunawan: Radiation Is No Joking Matter
After unearthing cesium-137 (Cs-137) nuclear waste in an empty lot in the Batan Indah housing estate, Serpong, South Tangerang, Banten, the Nuclear Energy Regulatory Agency (Bapeten) and police discovered illegal radioactive material in a house on Block A-22 in the same complex. The house owner is Suhaedi Muhammad, a senior officer at the National Nuclear Energy Agency (Batan).
Law Tuesday, March 17, 2020 Edition
Bukalapak’s Reward Is Unclear
I WAS a participant with the highest rating in the #maudigaransimurah program of Bukalapak carried out on October 7-December 31, 2019.
Letters Tuesday, March 10, 2020 Edition
Biking toward Ghost Town
Indonesians in China are taking every possible way to return to mother land. It is a journey of endless airport checks.
National Tuesday, February 11, 2020 Edition
No Political Circus for Jiwasraya
Using the right to institute an inquiry could cloud the Jiwasraya issue. Maintaining investor trust is more important.
Opinion Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Edition
The Lukewarm Hunt for Harun
Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) leaders are only half-heartedly pursuing the alleged bribery of General Elections Commission (KPU) member, Wahyu Setiawan, who was apprehended on January 8.
Cover Story Wednesday, January 15, 2020 Edition
Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle Secretary-General Hasto Kristiyanto: We Await the Process at the KPK
After General Elections Commission (KPU) commissioner, Wahyu Setiawan, was reportedly arrested, Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) Secretary-General, Hasto Kristiyanto, ‘disappeared’ almost one full day.
Cover Story Monday, January 13, 2020 Edition
Dangers in Jiwasraya Case
The Jiwasraya scandal is a reflection of how atrocious monitoring of financial services in this country. Investor trust in financial markets could rapidly dissipate.
Opinion Monday, January 13, 2020 Edition
Flustered by the Floodwaters
The torrential downpour which lasted for over five hours as New Year’s Day of 2020 was ushered in caused flooding across most of Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang, and Bekasi.
National Tuesday, January 7, 2020 Edition
Fanaticism towards Truth
People nowadays can accuse, fault-find and convey any public harsh criticism without need for clarification.
Letters Tuesday, January 7, 2020 Edition
Jiwasraya’s Bad Medicine
The state-owned enterprises ministry is to implement its scheme for rescuing Jiwasraya. This will become a bad precedent.
Opinion Tuesday, October 29, 2019 Edition
The Stabbing was in line with ISIS Mission
Fazri Pahlawan aka Abu Zee Ghuroba, Emir of the Bekasi Jamaah Ansharud Daulah:
Cover Story Tuesday, October 15, 2019 Edition
Iwan’s Fury and the Pattimura Meeting
Before the acid attack, a police official warned Novel of a potential terror attack on him. Novel once met with National Police Chief Gen. Tito Karnavian.
Cover Story Tuesday, August 6, 2019 Edition
Keeping Mentawai Tattoos in Fashion
Young Mentawai tattoo artists are attempting to revive the region’s dying tattoo art. The group documents traditional motifs and gives away free tattoos.
Outreach Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Edition
Ani Yudhoyono Passed Away
WIFE of former president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, Kristiani Herrawati or Ani Yudhoyono, passed away at Singapore’s National University Hospital on Saturday, June 1. Ani, 66, died after battling leukemia.
National Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Edition
The Dwarf
The dwarf, the bastard, the eunuch with his falsetto…they are not strong impeccable characters like Diana, the Amazonian with a perfect figure in Wonder Woman, or Clark Kent, the handsome, polite, awkward man who occasionally transforms into Superman.