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The obligation to obtain halal certification leads to higher economic costs and corruption. Labeling products that are non-halal would be more efficient.
Three East Java gubernatorial candidates—Luluk, Khofifah, and Risma—talk about the competition in the 2024 regional head elections.
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.
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.
There are indications that the selection of the KPK leadership for the 2024 to 2029 period is in breach of a Constitutional Court ruling. The process needs to be rerun.
The KPK Leadership and Supervisory Board Selection Committee claimed to have followed procedures, and Jokowi reportedly did not intervene.
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.
Tempo’s interview with Minister of Communication and Informatics Budi Arie Setiadi about Jokowi’s campaign before the end of his tenure.
Jokowi’s campaign promoting his successes is considered as not portraying actual conditions. Customary communities are among the victims of his administration.
Supreme Court Chief Justice Muhammad Syarifuddin uses artificial intelligence to handle cases. Case brokers continue to be a threat.
United States Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir speaks about women, education, and Indonesia’s new administration.
Trade Minister Zulkifli Hasan on the issues ranging from sea sand export policy to Prabowo Subianto’s bureaucratic management style.
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.
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.
The selection of the KPK leadership is being forced through before the end of the terms of the DPR and Jokowi. Watch out for Presidential Palace appointees.
News summary on the conflict of interest of KPK leadership candidates and 44 ministries in Prabowo’s government.
Pope Francis was enthusiastically welcomed on his visit to Indonesia. It was the simple journey of a religious leader and campaigner for social justice.
Jokowi is believed to have intervened in making Bahlil Lahadalia general chairperson of the Golkar Party.
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.
The name of M.H. Thamrin is immortalized in Jakarta’s main road and village improvement projects. He also played a role in the media.
M.H. Thamrin was not the type of council member who would simply show up, sit down, remain silent, and collect a paycheck. The Tiger of Volksraad was highly militant and vocal in championing the people’s interests. His roar resonated as far as Europe and America.
Golkar finally aligned with Gerindra for the West Java and Jakarta regional head elections but faces the threat of being left behind in Banten.
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.
The PDI-P opens itself up to supporting Prabowo Subianto. Testing the water through the simultaneous regional head elections.
Muhammadiyah follows Nahdlatul Ulama’s step to accept mining concession offer from the government. Muhammadiyah General Chair Haedar Nashir explains about it.
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.
Muhammadiyah cadres and administrators are divided in their response to the mining concession. There are whispers from the government and the entrepreneurs.
Five Irrawaddy dolphins died over the past six months in the Mahakam River. Three carcasses were found in conservation areas.
Aoka bread producer’s right of reply to readers’ impressions after reading Tempo’s special edition of 10 years of Jokowi.
During his presidency, Joko Widodo failed to reform the National Police. There is a Solo Gang at the National Police Headquarters.
Two bread brands, Aoka and Okko, are suspected of using dangerous preservatives. The response from the BPOM is worrying.
Producers of Okko and Aoka breads suspect elements of business competition.
Two bread brands are suspected of using a type of preservative that is not allowed in food. It is believed as a way to attack small and medium-scale bread producers.
The presence of Okko and Aoka disturbs home-industry breads produced by micro, small and medium businesses.
International drug networks are invading Indonesia. The Sinaloa Cartel from Mexico delivered methamphetamine concealed in a ceramic package.
Chances for Anies Baswedan to run in the Jakarta regional head election are beginning to open up. A number of political parties support Prabowo Subianto intend to nominate Anies.
Thirteen-year-old Afif Maulana was found dead under a bridge in Padang, West Sumatra. He had allegedly been tortured by the police.
Despite still owing debts, the Bank Indonesia Liquidity Assistance obligor Marimutu Sinivasan managed to go abroad. He took advantage of a loophole in the travel ban system of the Immigration Office.
Muhammadiyah’s business networks cover various sectors, from education to financial services. It seeks to create a closed economic ecosystem.
Muhammadiyah withdrew trillions of rupiah from Bank Syariah Indonesia. It was the accumulation of various problems, from operational matters to appointment of commissioners.
Jokowi allegedly tries to thwart Anies Baswedan’s candidacy in the Jakarta gubernatorial election. There are efforts to include Kaesang in the 2024 regional head elections.
The illegal animal trade continues because law enforcers are often involved. The perpetrators are never deterred because the punishments are very lenient.
Mohammad Nuh, chairman of the Forum for Boards of Trustees of Legal Entity State Universities, explains the polemic over the single tuition fee (UKT).
Communication and Informatics Minister Budi Arie Setiadi talks about the polemic over the planned revision of the Broadcasting Law and the Starlink Internet service.
Economist Muhamad Chatib Basri explains the challenges facing the Indonesian economy.
Surabaya lawyer Ahmad Riyadh denies entertaining a Supreme Court judge in a seafood restaurant. He is also implicated in Gazalba Saleh’s case.
President Jokowi mobilizes his family and people close to him in the elections for regional heads. For the continuation of his political dynasty.
Political parties that supported the Prabowo-Gibran presidential ticket plan to form a permanent coalition for the 2024 regional head elections. They are strengthening themselves in the provinces.
People close to President Jokowi are planning to compete in the 2024 regional head elections. The Presidential Palace is helping pave the way.
The import quantities of several products declined over the last few months. Trade surplus is not always favorable.
The image of our higher education is once again damaged by revelations of alleged academic misconduct in scientific publications by a professor. Policies and a lack of integrity are the root of the problem.
The government appointed a number of public service agencies to facilitate the trade of lobster larvae. They may end up becoming middlemen that will harm fishermen.
Academic misconduct is on the rise, frequently done by professors and lecturers. Tempo reports in collaboration with The Conversation Indonesia and Jaring.
Interview with Minister of Investment Bahlil Lahadalia about mining business permits IUP for mass organizations, and the debate with Luhut Pandjaitan.
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.
UIN Sunan Kalijaga professor Muhammad Amin Abdullah explains Islamic environmental jurisprudence in relation to climate change.
The number of Indonesian umrah minor pilgrimage travelers grows during the fasting month of Ramadan. The nation’s umrah economic potential has not been fully harnessed.
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.
The declining trade surplus is the culprit of the rupiah’s weakening recently. Partly, it is the fruit of the government’s own doing.
There are indications that Jokowi is supporting Bahlil Lahadalia to become the next General Chairman of the Golkar Party. Airlangga Hartarto is fighting against efforts to hold an extraordinary party congress.
Bahlil Lahadalia has a glimmering political and businees career. He is aiming for Golkar Party’s top position.
A defendant of the Supreme Court justice bribery case is allegedly subjected to extortion by someone claiming to represent the leadership of the KPK. The name Firli Bahuri is also implicated.
An imaginary letter: if Indonesian comedian Komeng wrote a letter to the Indonesian Solidarity Party leadership. The irony of a party that suckles to the government.
Plans to discuss the Asset Recovery Bill in the DPR reached a dead end again. There are worries of power abuse.
Acting regional heads are working for a Prabowo-Gibran presidential election victory. This report is a collaboration between Independen.id, AJI Indonesia, and USAID Media-Internews.
The claim that the Gunung Padang site is the oldest pyramid in the world is strongly challenged. A collaboration of researchers from around the world is needed.
Adhi Karya denies that subcontractors supply fill soil from illegal mining for the Yogyakarta-Bawen toll road project.
The Yogyakarta-Bawen toll road project is allegedly built using illegal sandstone. It has come to the attention of the KPK and the Presidential Staff.
Foreign archeologists doubt the site of Gunung Padang as the world’s oldest pyramid. A journal publisher is going to investigate.
Umar bin Abdul Aziz and Buya Hamka were among those whose leadership deserve to be made a model for Indonesian politicians.
Post-Firli Bahuri, the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is still walking backward toward its grave. A radical reform is needed.
Interview with Chief of the RI Police Public Information Bureau Brigadier General Ahmad Ramadhan regarding neutrality of the police force.
Politicians adopt an anti-LGBT stance to gain public sympathy. It is becoming a prominent issue as the general elections approach.
Political deception is on the rise at the end of Jokowi’s administration. This is in order to hold on to power.
Carbon trading is simply a way to mitigate climate change. The main aims are the energy transition and environmental protection.
How is Arsjad Rasjid polishing Ganjar Pranowo for the upcoming presidential election?
The Indonesian Stock Exchange established four carbon trading mechanisms. There were 27 transactions in three schemes in the initial sale.
Why big political parties struggle in leadership regeneration.
In the solo exhibition of Goenawan Mohamad, the drawings are honest and free. GM presents many solitary objects.
The plan from the OJK to introduce carbon units as securities could lead to problems. Carbon trading no longer means a reduction in emissions.
The OJK regulates carbon exchanges as a securities trading platform. How will the OJK prevent greenwashing in the carbon exchange?
Voluntary carbon trading has stopped since 2021, due to upside down policies.
Individuals and companies are already implementing carbon trading in the voluntary market. But no price standard has been set.
Kidney trading on the black market is on the rise. The government should pay compensation to donors.
Goenawan Mohamad exhibits works depicting ghosts he encountered in a collective exhibition in Art Jog 2023.
Joko Widodo's political dynasty could potentially strengthen, following Kaesang Pangarep's intention to become a candidate for Mayor of Depok. It has made PDIP hot under the collar.
The Masela Block shares takeover negotiations between Shell and Pertamina will be completed soon. There are additional costs to cut carbon emissions.
Top management of Bank Mayapada allegedly obtained kickbacks from customer credit disbursements. The OJK was lax in their oversight of this bank owned by a member of the Presidential Advisory Council.
KPK Deputy Chair Nurul Ghufron and former KPK Chair Busyro Muqoddas on the term extension for KPK leaders.
Satria Bird Market in Bali becomes a place for illegal wildlife trade.
Goenawan Mohamad’s gracious farewell from Sidelines.
The leadership of Firli Bahuri and his colleagues at the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) ends this year. There is no longer any reason to hope.
Local businesses along the northern coast route now lie empty during mudik because of the toll road network. Some receive help, others are just waiting to close down.
The International Criminal Court ordered the arrest of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Indonesia has not yet ratified the Rome Statute.
Letter from a reader on why Jokowi remained silent when his party rejected Israel's participation in the U-20 World Cup.
European Union Ambassador to Indonesia Vincent Piket discusses impact of the new EU Deforestation Regulation on Indonesia’s commodities.
The concept of Kampung Madani is to optimize the business and economic potential of the region. #InfoTempo
Negotiations for the electric vehicle battery project falter. Antam’s discussions with LG reach a dead end, and Huayou is instructed to step forward.
News summary on the weakening corruption eradication, reopening of the Indosurya case, and the Constitutional Court ruling on interfaith marriage.
The KPK is going after Dito Mahendra, who is believed to know about the money laundering schemes of Nurhadi Abdurrachman.
There were many irregularities with the sale of the assets relating to corruption in Jiwasraya. The auction winner received special treatment.
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.
Deliberations on the Asset Recovery Bill are again stalled at the DPR. The bill is turned into a political product during the campaign period.
Discussions of the Asset Recovery Draft Law is stagnating in the DPR. It is key to preventing money laundering.
A number of coal companies are collaborating to manage a crypto assets exchange. The process was fast.
The Asset Forfeiture Law is important. It is dangerous if politics and the legal system are controlled by oligarchs.
The PPSK Law delegates a number of new powers to the Financial Services Authority. From supervising crypto assets, venture capital, to gold banks.
The weekly News Capsule ranges from the poor management of Bank Indonesia Liquidity Assistance assets to the postponement of the Borobudur Temple ticket price hike.
An interview with Financial Transaction Report and Analysis Center (PPATK) Chief Dian Ediana Rae on the delayed discussion of the Asset Forfeiture Bill. Indonesia temporarily lost the opportunity to develop the transparent economy.
The Bill on the Asset Forfeiture Connected to Crimes failed to be put on the 2021 Priority National Legislation Program. The House of Representatives blocked it.
The assets of several state-owned enterprises will be transferred to investment management institution. There are regulations that are out of sync.
The development of the Indonesian International Islamic University has resulted in the loss and destruction of Radio Republik Indonesia assets. This is an ambitious project forced through by President Jokowi.
The government plans to insure state assets to minimize risks of disaster. The Padang City Government has implemented it since eight years ago.
AGUS Djoko Prasetyo is believed to have been channeling work-related money to bank accounts under his own name and under a family-owned travel agency in 2006-2011.
Women's participation in politics in Indonesia is still low. The number of female legislators in the House of Representatives (DPR) for the 2014-2019 term is only 97, or 17.32 percent of the total number of parliamentarian seats. This is what is making Indonesia's legislature and policymaking not pro-women and children.
Heru Prasetyo Kasidi, the deputy minister in charge of gender issues at the women's empowerment and child protection ministry, called for an increase of women in the legislature. He said the government was attempting to raise the participation of women in politics through a variety of training programs. "Ideally, women should have a more equal role to men in the public sector, including in politics and development," said Heru.
The Press Council has a new leader. He is Yosep Adi Prasetyo. Stanley, as he is better known, replaces Bagir Manan who held the position since 2013. Stanley was elected on March 23 by an internal council, defeating his rival candidate Sinyo Harry Sarundajang to win five out of the nine votes.
The nine members of the internal council who hold journalistic backgrounds are Hendry Chairudin Bangun, Nezar Patria and Ratna Komala. Representing the owners of media organizations are Ahmad Djauhar, Jimmy Silalahi and Reva Deddy Utama, while those speaking for the public are Imam Wahyudi, Sinyo Harry Sarundajang and Stanley.
Chuck Suryosumpeno will find it hard to forget the Attorney-General Office's (AGO) memo he received on December 4, 2015. The memo, accusing him of bypassing his superiors and disregarding his obligations as state prosecutor, was delivered that evening to his Maluku AGO office by courier. As a result of the memo, Chuck lost his job as the province's chief state prosecutor.
The issue was how he handled Hendra Rahardja's assets in 2011 and 2012, when Chuck headed the Task Force for the Disposal of Misappropriated and Other Confiscated Goods. Hendra's assets consisted of three properties located in Jatinegara, East Jakarta; Puri Kembangan, West Jakarta; and in Bogor, West Java. "A week later, I was accused of misappropriating them," Chuck told Tempo two weeks ago.
Attorney-General Prasetyo emerged carrying a copy of a three-week-old Tempo, bearing a picture of Surya Paloh on its cover. "I'm being persecuted," he said before throwing the magazine on the desk. Prasetyo burst out in frustration over the corruption case of North Sumatra social welfare funds and grants, in which he has been implicated. The case was Tempo's cover story that week.
Prasetyo was upset at the story for implying that money had inappropriately flowed to the Attorney-General's Office (AGO) that he leads. He also felt all this was part of a conspiracy to unseat him from the AGO. Along with Maruli Hutagalung, who was at the time director of investigations, Prasetyo allegedly received money from people his own AGO had charged with misusing the social welfare funds.
Suwarno Wisetrotomo was considered to have been careless when he wrote the book on Hendra Gunawan, at the request of Agung Tobing, an art dealer. Suwarno wrote without checking first which of Hendra's paintings would be featured in the book.
QUITE a few critics have expressed their doubts about the capacity of Muhammad Prasetyo as attorney general. Based on his tenure as deputy attorney general for general crimes between 2005 and 2006, he was regarded as an average performer. Add to that, the fact that he later became a full-time politician.
Music lovers and album collectors look forward to the Record Store Day, held every year on the third Saturday of April. In celebration of Record Store Day, Tempo takes a look into a story of nostalgia about records copied onto audio cassettes, and the tape-recording 'home industry' which boomed in Bandung in the 1970s and 1980s.
There were at least four labels that re-recorded albums onto tape at the time: Yess, Mona Lisa, Apple and Hidayat Recording. Each label had its own specific identity based on its managers' tastes. Yess specialized in progressive rock, not caring if the market was limited.
Mona Lisa put out southern rock albums; Hidayat focused on jazz. Even today, those self-copied cassettes are still sought after by cassette collectors. Many Indonesian musicians feel Yess played a crucial role in honing their taste in music.
Togean Island is ideal for honeymooners: it is beyond any communication signal, the sea is serenely safe for snorkEling and diving and the sunsets on the beach are to die for. It is, after all, in the center of the Coral Triangle, the most exotic marine flora and fauna site in the world.
The KPK tracked down assets belonging to PKS chairman Luthfi Hasan, held under the names of his subordinates. This triggered a furor in his political party.
The National Transitional Council has attempted to track down Gaddafi's frozen assets abroad.
The Bakrie Group is in a tight spot, forced to settle its massive debts to creditors. Strategic assets are in danger of being lost.
Our inability to preserve our national cultural assets is the main problem leading to tensions in Indonesia-Malaysia relations.
The police suspect that assets from Bank Century are concelaed in 13 locations. Recovering them will not be easy.
Indonesia Corruption Watch will deliver to the KPK evidence of violation by Sjamsul Nursalim in the case of Bank Indonesia Liquidity Assistance. Former head of the Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency, Glenn M.S. Yusuf, is also reported. Sjamsul’s attorney maintains that the KPK cannot open the case against Sjamsul. He argues that the KPK was set up before the case occurred.
The KPK has caught a whiff of something off in the sale of an IBRA loan asset in North Sulawesi.
America has frozen terrorists' assets. But there is a problem due to banking secrecy.
Indonesia has continued to make efforts to claim its assets in Timor Leste but the Timor Leste parliament has ratified a law stipulating that the assets are their property.
Assets that have been already transferred will reduce the sales price of the government's shares in Lippo Bank. But IBRA is just keeping quiet.
Chasing after the assets of major debtors is by no means easy.
Assets taken over by Lippo Bank are to be auctioned off again following the invalidation of the previous buyers.
Although unable to meet his Rp1 trillion cash debt, Sjamsul Nursalim has received further dispensation from IBRA. It has allowed him to cover the cash debt with assets. But does Nursalim have any more valuable assets?
Under the leadership of Sutiyoso Jakarta's assets shrink.
There were quite a few people interested in IBRA's recent credit assets sales bid. But some people doubt the success of the sale. If it fails, what next?
IBRA is selling off assets that have not yet been restructured and the asset recovery rate has declined. So what's the point of having IBRA in the first place?
The majority of big-fish debtors still actually control the assets that they transferred to IBRA to clear their debts. As a result, IBRA is having difficulties in selling them off.
What measure should we apply before freezing the assets off terrorists?
Without the support of investors or sufficient funding, the local government of the Riau Archipelago Regency wants to buy up several Salim property assets held under IBRA.
IBRA’s revenue target has been raised to Rp42.8 trillion. This will be difficult to realize as the majority of the remaining assets under IBRA are no longer attractive. Luckily, IBRA still has Holdiko assets and can sell debts.
It's very unlikely that IBRA will be able to meet the asset sales target set by the government and the DPR. In fact, the recovery rate may even drop below 30 percent.
Driven by corporate demand, helicopter business opportunities continue to grow. Operators are increasingly expanding their fleets.
There is an increasingly real threat to Indonesia’s biodiversity. It cannot be overcome through empty slogans at international forums.
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.
Jakarta governor and deputy governor candidates promise improvements in inclusive public transportation.
Media companies are experiencing upheaval due to the rapid changes in the business landscape. The industry is moving towards a new equilibrium.
Using a variety of pretexts, the political parties replace elected legislative candidates. This is a betrayal of the people’s choice.
Hendra Sabarudin’s drug network distributed methamphetamine from Tarakan prison starting in 2017, allegedly aided by police and prison guards.
The government plans to dredge 17.6 billion cubic meters of sea sand and sediment, altering the landscape and destroying marine life.
The government designated a number of areas as zones for cleaning sediment and sea sand.
Gubernatorial candidates are trying to win over the votes of Anies Baswedan supporters in the Jakarta regional election. Jokowi reportedly shifted his support.
Pramono Anung and Ridwan Kamil shed light on the dynamics surrounding their appointments as Jakarta gubernatorial candidates.
Police uncover baby trafficking syndicate operating in Java-Bali since 2023. Five babies were already sold.
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.
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.
BRIN is designing the Peluit-40 nuclear reactor to replace diesel power plants, claiming it to be safer.
The Bocor Alus Politik podcast receives the Udin Award that we dedicate to our viewers and readers.
An exclusive Tempo interview with Anies Baswedan regarding his chances to run in the Jakarta regional head 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Communication and Informatics Minister Budi Arie explains the cyberattack on the Temporary National Data Center. He dismisses allegations of negligence.
Infinite Earth responds regarding the revocation of Rimba Raya Conservation’s ecosystem restoration permit.
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.
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.
The founders of GoTo and Tokopedia sold their shares. New investors now have control of ownership.
Tokopedia made significant cuts in its workforce following its business consolidation with TikTok. A consequence of inefficient business operation.
Narendra Modi is likely to serve his third term as the Prime Minister of India. His campaigns are based on populism and religion.
The fintech lending business is increasingly losing steam. Returns continue to decline while fund owners are opting for other investment portfolios.
Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno assures that the tourism fee will not be imposed on plane tickets.
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.
Foreign Affairs Minister Retno Marsudi explains the Gaza war and the Iran-Israel conflict with its impact on Indonesia’s economy.
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.
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.
Several companies are applying for permits to utilize sediment, including sea sand. Large corporations use landfills for land reclamation areas.
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.
State banks stop distributing loans to state construction companies. Government assignment projects are burdening banks.
The government opens the option of switching energy subsidies for the free lunch program. This threatens poor households.
The government issues a regulation to develop the game industry. There will be a special funding agency.
TikTok Shop’s acquisition of Tokopedia changes the Indonesian business map. It is not clear how small and medium enterprises will be protected.
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.
GoTo CEO Patrick Waluyo reveals the story behind the selling of Tokopedia shares to TikTok. How much profit did GoTo get?
The integration of TikTok Shop with Tokopedia will reinforce GoTo’s business. Indonesia’s e-commerce competition landscape is changing.
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.
Do the presidential candidates succeed in attracting young voters with social media gimmicks?
Budiman Sudjatmiko persuades other activists to support Prabowo Subianto. He claims he is not motivated by money.
How does the Indonesian Solidarity Party get its funding? Is the aid from conglomerate bosses like Djarum’s owner true?
Presidential Chief of Staff Moeldoko is writing regarding his alleged interference in electric vehicle policy over Wuling’s SNI certification.
The presidential candidates’ campaign teams are an illustration of the type of government they would form if elected. Businesspeople have a central role.
The Corruption Eradication Commission is no longer independent ever since it became part of the executive body. The fruit of the revised KPK Law.
In Indonesia, presidential candidate debates are planned as bogus performances. There is no in-depth discussion of the issues.
Yet again, a member of the Supreme Audit Agency is involved in corruption. The system for selecting these state auditors is very poor.
Judicial Commission Chairman Amzulian Rifai explains the boundaries of his authority in dealing with judges, and the Judicial Commission Bill.
Sandiaga Uno and Garibaldi Thohir’s company is in conflict with local miners. The amount of compensation is considered inadequate.
Having no democratic legitimacy, Gibran Rakabuming Raka must withdraw his candidacy for the vice-presidency.
Tempo's special interview with MKMK Chairman Jimly Asshiddiqie regarding the dismissal of Anwar Usman as Chief Justice of the Constitutional Court.
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.
Nepotism is the close relative of corruption and dictatorship. The Indonesian Independence Proclamation places nepotism as a threat to independence.
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.
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.
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.
The 2024 presidential candidates are competing to garner support from retired generals. This perpetuates the militaristic nature of Indonesian politics.
The three soldiers who allegedly killed a civilian should be tried in a criminal court. The Military Courts Law needs to be revised.
The news in our media is problematic. Why is that?
News summary, from the dismissal on Budiman Sudjatmiko to Food Estate.
Former Director-General of Mineral and Coal, Ridwan Djamaluddin, is named as suspect in the Mandiodo Block nickel corruption case.
Why did the prominent figures from Papua fail to bring the Papuans to support the Republic of Indonesia?
The government faces difficulties accommodating kidney donors and recipients. The need for kidney donors is high, but the supply is very limited.
The police exposes Indonesian kidney trafficking network in Cambodia. The victims are enticed through social media.
The government removed the conditions for electric motorcycle subsidy recipients. It will be made available to everyone.
The National Genome Center set up in 2018 is gone. Does it change into the Biomedical and Genome Science Initiative of the Health Ministry?
A lower credit rating makes the United States government to charge higher interest rates. It naturally spreads to other countries’ securities, including Indonesia.
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.
Adipratnia Satwika Asmady was behind the launch of Satria-1 satellite. She controlled the satellite’s designing and assembly until it soared into the sky.
Central Sulawesi designates six indigenous community forests as strategic areas in its Spatial Planning Design. This is a first for Indonesia.
Interview with Christos Christou, International President, Doctors Without Borders (MSF)
“Only 30 percent of the children with TBC in Indonesia were diagnosed.”
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