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.
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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
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
Detecting Fires with Hotspots
The detection of forest fires still relies on satellite imagery of hotspots. Drones may help.
Cover Story Monday, September 23, 2019 Edition
Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita: No Bailout Discussion
Interviews with Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita and Sritex President Commissioner Iwan Setiawan Lukminto on the company’s bailout.
Economy Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
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
Why Prabowo Selects Sri Mulyani as Finance Minister
Sri Mulyani and several economic ministers from Jokowi join Prabowo’s cabinet, with encouragement from two former presidents.
Cover Story Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
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
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
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
The Jokowi Administration’s Failing Grades
Jokowi’s campaign promoting his successes is considered as not portraying actual conditions. Customary communities are among the victims of his administration.
Cover Story Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
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
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
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
Manpower Minister Ida Fauziyah: Vocational Education is Contributing to Unemployment
Minister of Manpower Ida Fauziyah explains the issues surrounding the mass layoffs in the industrial sector.
Interview Monday, August 19, 2024 Edition
From Religious Mass Organizations to Mining Mass Organizations
The willingness on the part of Muhammadiyah and Nahdlatul Ulama to accept mining concessions will turn into a problem. This is prone to corruption and could lead to horizontal conflicts.
Opinion Monday, August 5, 2024 Edition
The Papua Conflict Prevails Under Jokowi’s Administration
The Papua conflict continues to rage during Jokowi’s administration. The fate of the refugees is neglected.
Special Report Monday, July 29, 2024 Edition
Deforestation in Food Estate and Mining Areas
In a decade of Jokowi’s administration, deforestation reached 4.37 million hectares. This is partly attributed to national strategic projects in the food and energy sectors.
Special Report Monday, July 29, 2024 Edition
Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut Cholil Qoumas Stands Firm on Special Haj Quota Controversy
The DPR and the Religious Affairs Minister disagree regarding an additional quota of haj pilgrims. The DPR deems Yaqut Cholil Qoumas has broken the law.
Cover Story Monday, July 15, 2024 Edition
Director of Human Resources at the Education Ministry, Lukman: All Parties Were Involved
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology clarified the matter of the network of professor assessment teams. It is suspected that journals were engineered in addition to suspicious transactions.
Investigation Monday, July 8, 2024 Edition
Water Crisis due to Nickel Mining in Central Halmahera
Indigenous people and villagers in Central Halmahera are facing clean water crisis. Community wells and river water are contaminated by nickel mining.
Environment Monday, July 8, 2024 Edition
The Urgency of Granting Mining Concessions to Mass Organizations
The government grants mining concessions to religious organizations. What are the considerations behind the policy?
Letters Monday, June 17, 2024 Edition
Agriculture Ministry Officials Collected Money for Syahrul Yasin Limpo
Agriculture Ministry high-ranking officials routinely took up collections to raise money for Syahrul Yasin Limpo from 2020 to 2023. They often used the treasurer’s cash account.
Law Monday, May 20, 2024 Edition
Sharing Out Ministerial Seats in a Big Cabinet
Prabowo Subianto intends to form a cabinet of 40 ministers. This will result in a bloated bureaucracy and wasted public money.
Opinion Monday, May 6, 2024 Edition
Destructive Illegal Tin Mining in Bangka Belitung
Illegal tin mining is rampant in the waters of Bangka Belitung. The environmental damage is much greater than investigators estimated.
Environment Monday, April 22, 2024 Edition
Luhut Pandjaitan: Mining Requires a Lot of Capital
An interview with Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment Luhut Pandjaitan on mining permits for mass organizations and his relationship with Bahlil Lahadalia.
Cover Story Monday, April 15, 2024 Edition
Bahlil Lahadalia on Mining Concessions for Mass Organizations
Interview with Minister of Investment Bahlil Lahadalia about mining business permits IUP for mass organizations, and the debate with Luhut Pandjaitan.
Cover Story Monday, April 15, 2024 Edition
The House Investigates Bahlil Lahadalia in Mining Permits Revocation
The role of Bahlil Lahadalia in revoking mining business licenses draws attention of the House of Representatives and civil society groups, amidst concerns of possible licensing corruption.
Cover Story Monday, April 15, 2024 Edition
Returning the Favor with Mining Permits
Luhut Pandjaitan and Bahlil Lahadalia discussed the allocation of mining permits. For the sake of delivering Jokowi’s promise.
Cover Story Monday, April 15, 2024 Edition
Forgiving the Sins of Illegal Mining and Plantations
The legalization of illegal mining and oil palm plantations in forest areas is rife with irregularities. This is plundering of natural resources using the Job Creation Law.
Opinion Monday, April 1, 2024 Edition
The KPK Explains the Mechanism of Sanctions for Illegal Mining in Forest Areas
Corruption Eradication Commission’s Deputy for Prevention, Pahala Nainggolan, on the mechanism of administrative sanctions for companies mining illegally in forest areas.
Environment Monday, April 1, 2024 Edition
Ineffective Illegal Mining Fines
Administrative fines for whitewashing illegal mining are deemed ineffective to battle environmental damage. The fines are also vulnerable to corruption.
Environment Monday, April 1, 2024 Edition
Minister Bahlil Lahadalia on Revocation of Mining Permits and Alleged Extortion
Bahlil Lahadalia explains the uproar over the revocation of mining permits as well as alleged extortion of money and shares in exchange for reinstatement of the permits.
Interview Monday, April 1, 2024 Edition
Minister Yaqut Qoumas on Mosque Loudspeaker Regulation
Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut Cholil Qoumas explains the regulation regarding the use of loudspeakers in mosques and outlines plans to ensure that religious affairs offices provide services for all faiths.
Interview Monday, March 25, 2024 Edition
The Declining Trade Surplus Endangers External Economic Stability
The declining trade surplus is the culprit of the rupiah’s weakening recently. Partly, it is the fruit of the government’s own doing.
Market Pulse Monday, March 25, 2024 Edition
The Backers of Illegal Tin Mining
The Attorney General's Office is investigating alleged corruption over tin mining permits in Bangka Belitung. The investigation must also reveal the backers.
Opinion Monday, March 11, 2024 Edition
PT Timah CEO: We Will Improve the Governance of Tin Mining in Indonesia
Three Timah directors become suspects in a tin mining corruption case in the Bangka Belitung Islands. Estimated losses sustained by the state amount to Rp217 trillion.
Law Monday, March 11, 2024 Edition
Minister Bahlil's Grease Money
Investment Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has revoked mining permits and then reissued them. There are indications of illegal buying and selling of permits.
Opinion Monday, March 4, 2024 Edition
After Minister Bahlil Canceled Thousands of Mining Licences
Deforestation and illegal nickel mining continues in Halmahera. It became widespread after Minister Bahlil revoked some mining licenses.
Cover Story Monday, March 4, 2024 Edition
Minister Bahlil’s Hands on Mining License Revocation Chaos
Allegedly, there are tributes to Investment Minister Bahlil Lahadalia. This coverage is supported by International Media Support
Cover Story Monday, March 4, 2024 Edition
Our Work Is Beyond Maintaining Forest Cover
An interview with the Ministry of Environment and Forestry’s Director-General of Climate Change Mitigation Laksmi Dhewanti about the REDD+ program.
Environment Monday, March 4, 2024 Edition
Lawyer for Nickel Company Asked Minister Luhut Pandjaitan to Help Resolve Dispute
An interview with Juniver Girsang, the lawyer of Fajar Bhakti Lintas Nusantara directors, on the role of the Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment Luhut Pandjaitan in the internal dispute of a nickel company.
Law Monday, February 26, 2024 Edition
Right of Reply of The Ministry of Religious Affairs and The Ministry of Agriculture
Ministry of Religious Affairs and Ministry of Agriculture’s right of reply on support for presidential candidates.
Letters Monday, February 26, 2024 Edition
About Cabinet Minister’s Special Staff
What are the functions of the cabinet minister’s special staff?
Letters Monday, January 8, 2024 Edition
The Meaning of Homeland for Palestinians
The Palestinian homeland neither originates from the distant past, nor is it a hope for the future.
Marginalia Monday, December 18, 2023 Edition
Ministers in the Campaign Trails
A number of President Joko Widodo’s ministers campaign for their respective political parties ahead of the 2024 elections. How to scrutinize a possible misuse of state facilities?
Letters Monday, December 4, 2023 Edition
Bribery in the Mining Company Shares Dispute
Helmut Hermawan, who admitted to bribing Deputy Justice and Human Rights Minister Eddy Hiariej, is indicted in 11 criminal cases. It is the fallout from fighting over company stocks.
Cover Story Monday, November 6, 2023 Edition
Stop the Nickel Mining Pollution
The water of the Sagea River in North Maluku is polluted by nickel mining. The environmental danger is becoming more real as the price of nickel on world markets plummets.
Opinion Monday, October 30, 2023 Edition
Nickel Mining Operations Pollute Sagea River in Central Halmahera
Sagea River is polluted as a result of deforestation by a number of nickel mining companies. Its water is no longer safe for drinking.
Environment Monday, October 30, 2023 Edition
Jokowi’s Ministerial Recruitment Failures
Syahrul Yasin Limpo is the sixth of Jokowi's ministers to be caught up in a corruption case. This is a sign of failure in the recruitment of cabinet members.
Opinion Monday, October 23, 2023 Edition
The Controversial Appointment in Environment and Forestry Ministry
The appointment of the Environment Ministry Director-General of Planning appears to have been made based on a forged signature. His track record is also controversial.
Opinion Monday, August 14, 2023 Edition
Controversy behind the Appointment of the Environment Ministry Director-General
The signature of Sarwono Kusumaatmadja was used to validate the names of candidates for echelon-I officials of the Environment and Forestry Ministry. The announcement letter was issued when he was hospitalized in Malaysia.
Environment 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
Legal Backing for Illegal Mining
A former campaign volunteer for President Jokowi is named a suspect in relation to an illegal nickel mining worth Rp5.7 trillion. A crooked syndicate that must be investigated.
Opinion Monday, July 24, 2023 Edition
The Mining Network of a Former Volunteer
Businessman Windu Aji Sutanto is caught up in a case of illegal nickel mining at the Mandiodo Block. He is known as a broker for arranging the outcomes of legal cases.
Cover Story Monday, July 24, 2023 Edition
More than Just Refining Minerals
The mining downstreaming policy gives rise to issues. Mineral processing has not been optimal without processed materials being absorbed by manufacturing industries.
Economy Monday, July 17, 2023 Edition
Minister Mahfud’s Influence Peddling
Minister Mahfud Md’s statement regarding a loan claim by Jusuf Hamka could be considered influence peddling. This is treading on very thin ice.
Opinion Monday, June 19, 2023 Edition
The Minister’s Tribute Collectors
Through people close to him, Agriculture Minister Syahrul Yasin Limpo allegedly received tributes to fund his personal needs.
Cover Story Monday, June 19, 2023 Edition
Two Cabinet Ministers Up for Golden Tickets
Sandiaga Uno and Erick Thohir are cozying up to political parties. Even opposition parties have been lobbied to support the current administration.
Cover Story Monday, May 8, 2023 Edition
Half-hearted Crackdown on Illegal Sea Sand Mining
Small islands face the threat of disappearing under the water as a result of the sand mining. This worsens the abrasion caused by rising sea levels.
Opinion Monday, May 1, 2023 Edition
Islands Sunk by Sand Mining
Sand mining exacerbates threats for smaller islands. It creates environmental damage and less catch for fishermen.
Environment Monday, May 1, 2023 Edition
Lamborghini with a Fake License Plate
Police seized a Lamborghini Aventador with a fake license plate from a Russian tourist. The car disappeared twice.
Cover Story Monday, April 24, 2023 Edition
Finance Ministry Employees’ Irregular Transactions
A summary of the week’s news on the huge transactions discovered in the finance ministry, the transfer of the Haris-Fatia case to the prosecutor's office, and the verdict received by the Kanjuruhan Tragedy defendants.
News Capsule Monday, March 13, 2023 Edition
The Big Names Behind Illegal Mining
An investigation by Tempo found illegal nickel mining by people claiming to be close to the authority.
Opinion Monday, January 23, 2023 Edition
Sambo’s Illegal Mining Intervention
Ferdy Sambo, who is currently facing trial in the case of the killing of his adjutant, is suspected to be connected to an illegal mining bribery case involving Ismail Bolong.
Cover Story Monday, December 19, 2022 Edition
Minimum Wage Tough Talks
Discussions to decide the provincial minimum wage for 2023 get hot. Workers are lobbying the president to issue a discretion, while employers are suing manpower minister regulation.
Economy Monday, November 28, 2022 Edition
Minister Erick’s Anticorruption Gimmick
Minister Erick Thohir promises to ban former corruptors from becoming directors of state-owned enterprises. Mere gimmicks are inadequate for a comprehensive cleanup of state-owned enterprises.
Opinion Monday, October 31, 2022 Edition
Little Bosses at the Education Ministry
Nadiem Makarim has outside teams attached to some directorate-general offices at the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology. Consisting of about 400 people, these shadow organizations create waves inside the ministry.
National Monday, October 17, 2022 Edition
PNM and Jasa Raharja Conduct Safety Riding Training
PT PNM put 100 Jakarta Branch Account Officers as training participants so they can be more aware and obey the traffic rules. #Infotempo
Inforial Monday, October 10, 2022 Edition
The Anti-Science Minister
Barring the entry of five foreign researchers underlines the anti-science and anti-criticism stance of Environment and Forestry Minister Siti Nurbaya. This is a danger for the environment.
Opinion Monday, October 10, 2022 Edition
PNM Holds a Training and Gives the NIB to PNM Customers in NTT
The training and provision of NIB is one of the supports for MSMEs in advancing the people's economy. #Infotempo
Inforial Monday, September 5, 2022 Edition
Agriculture Ministry’s Right of Reply
The Agriculture Ministry has a letter on the right of reply to Tempo’s report about the procurement of the foot-and-mouth disease vaccines.
Letters Monday, August 8, 2022 Edition
PNM and KDM Holds Community Leaders Training
Through this training and mentoring, PNM builds emotional relationships and provides support to customer assistants. #Infotempo
Inforial Monday, July 18, 2022 Edition
PNM and KDM Holds Community Leaders Training
Through this training and mentoring, PNM builds emotional relationships and provides support to customer assitants. #Infotempo
Inforial Monday, July 11, 2022 Edition
Trading Deputy Ministers
President Joko Widodo again chooses deputy ministers from political parties. It is part of his accommodation politics.
Cover Story Monday, June 20, 2022 Edition
Cooking Oil at the Minister’s House
The attorney general names Lin Che Wei the fifth suspect in the graft case surrounding the export of crude palm oil and its derivatives. Investigators are also looking into Trade Minister Muhammad Lutfi’s role in the affair.
Cover Story Sunday, May 22, 2022 Edition
The Lamborghini Conjuring Act
The police are investigating Rudy Salim following videos of the sale of a Lamborghini Huracán to a binary option fraud suspect, Indra Kenz. The car should not have been sold because it was imported using the ATA Carnet facility.
Cover Story Monday, March 21, 2022 Edition
Interviews with Ukrainian and Russian Ambassadors to Indonesia
Russian Ambassador to Indonesia, Lyudmila Vorobieva, claims that the assault on Ukraine is carried out to prevent the country from being used as a weapon to attack Russia.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian Ambassador to Indonesia, Vasyl Hamianin points out that it is wrong for Russia to use such fear as an excuse to invade Ukraine and kill civilians in the process.
Interview Monday, March 7, 2022 Edition
Letter to Minister Nadiem Makarim
Letters on a note to Minister Nadiem Makarim, digital detoxification and the US-China tension.
Letters Monday, October 25, 2021 Edition
Questioning Minister Nadiem's Hesitation
The inspectorate-general at the ministry of education, culture, research and technology backs the accusations of plagiarism against the rector of the Semarang State University. This is a stain on the face of the education system.
Opinion Monday, May 17, 2021 Edition
Mangrove Marred by Mining Mud
Local communities protested against Aneka Tambang for polluting the mangrove area in Tanjung Moronopo, East Halmahera North Maluku, with waste from its mining operation. The mine is changing both the waters and the lives of fishermen.
Environment Monday, May 10, 2021 Edition
Objection of the Ministry of Villages
Objection of the Ministry of Villages Regarding a Government Official Suspected of Brokering Personnel Recruitment.
Letters Monday, May 3, 2021 Edition
Minister of Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi: We Had to Work in Silence
ASEAN leaders finally came to a number of consensus, such as finding a peaceful solution through dialogue and sending a special envoy to Myanmar. Further steps are still needed. Tempo interviewed Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Retno marsudi.
Asean & Beyond Monday, May 3, 2021 Edition
Response from the Ministry of Villages Secretary-General
Ministry of Villages, Disadvantaged Regions, and Transmigration writes a response to the article titled Fees for Positions in Kalibata in Tempo English April 12-18, 2021 issue.
Letters Monday, April 26, 2021 Edition
Taman Mini
Taman Mini reflects the view that life is only the status quo—as though in every phenomena, every difference, there is only the everlasting.
Sidelines Monday, April 19, 2021 Edition
Fiasco at the Villages Ministry
Alleged trading of postings within the Villages Ministry shows a major flaw in the practice of good governance. Placement of politicians in ministries are most often problematic.
Opinion Monday, April 12, 2021 Edition
Party Politicians in the Villages Ministry
Problems abound for village assistants. These problems are in part due to structural changes at the villages ministry.
Cover Story Monday, April 12, 2021 Edition
Julia and Feminism
Julia Suryakusuma received an award from the Kingdom of Belgium for her struggle to voice human rights through writing. She is uncomfortable with being called a feminist.
Profile Monday, April 12, 2021 Edition
Health Ministry’s Clarification
The ministry of health clarifies a sentence on the article Vaccine Opportunist in Tempo English, 22-28 March, 2021 issue.
Letters Monday, March 22, 2021 Edition
A University Car for Mr. Minister
Several rectors are still in office despite having committed plagiarism. They have the support of education ministry officials
Cover Story Monday, February 1, 2021 Edition
Budi Gunadi Sadikin, Health Minister: Vaccine is Not a Political Commodity
Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin
Interview Monday, January 18, 2021 Edition
Clarification of Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs & Investment
Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs and Investment conveys objection to the report of Dragons in Trouble in Tempo English of January 4 edition.
Letters Monday, January 11, 2021 Edition
Jokowi’s New Ministers
Some new cabinet ministers were selected in line with the wishes of President Joko Widodo. Candidates for the cabinet reshuffle suggested by political parties were pushed aside.
National Sunday, December 27, 2020 Edition
Do Not Stop at the Minister
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) should not allow investigation into the case of embezzlement in the social assistance program to only stop at former Social Affairs Minister Juliari Peter Batubara.
Opinion Tuesday, December 22, 2020 Edition
Minister Edhy’s Glamourous Bribes
Some of the kickbacks related to the export of lobster larvae allegedly paid to the former minister of maritime affairs and fisheries are believed to have been passed on to his associates. Investigation should not stop with Edhy Prabowo.
Opinion Monday, December 14, 2020 Edition
Special Treatment for Mining Firms’
People close to South Sulawesi Governor Nurdin Abdullah are suspected of enjoying preferential treatment for getting licenses for sand mining businesses.
Law Tuesday, September 22, 2020 Edition
Senyawa: In Search of Sound
Senyawas (Compound) performances are experimental, both in instrumental sound and vocals. Some define their music as neo-tribal.
Special Report Tuesday, January 17, 2017 Edition
The Banyan Tree Shaker
JUSUF Kalla, Agung Laksono and Surya Paloh are the key characters in the Golkar Party conflict, whose banyan tree symbolizes an all-embracing ideology and prosperity. The three senior politicos successfully pulled the party within the government's sphere of influence by recognizing Agung as party chairman. Agung was voted the party's chief in a national party convention held last month in Jakarta.
According to Surya Paloh, the former Golkar politician who now chairs the NasDem Party, Vice President Jusuf Kalla played a pivotal role in getting the government to recognize the party led by Agung. Legitimacy came to Agung's Golkar Party when Justice and Human Rights Minister Yasonna Laoly issued a ministerial decree confirming the act. "I also played a role, but only as a friend," Surya told Tempo.