Fedi Nuril: Public Must Become the Opposition
Actor Fedi Nuril talks about his activism in protest of the democratic decline, and the leadership of Jokowi and Prabowo.
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Those Who Strive for Indonesia's Democracy
Despite various pressures, civil society movements provided much hope in 2024. They need to be more solid and strategically directed.
Opinion Monday, December 30, 2024 Edition
Prabowo’s Gift for Foreign Prisoners
President Prabowo Subianto has repatriated foreign prisoners, Mary Jane and members of the Bali Nine. There were special requests.
National Monday, December 30, 2024 Edition
Guerrilla Action Against a Self-Sufficiency Project in Merauke
The people of the Marind-Anim traditional community are against a food estate project to create rice fields and sugar cane plantations in Merauke. They are speaking out in Papua and Jakarta.
Special Report Monday, December 30, 2024 Edition
Three Guardians of Academic Integrity
The late Faisal Basri, Sigit Riyanto, and Hariadi Kartodihardjo were three academics who always upheld academic integrity.
Special Report Monday, December 30, 2024 Edition
Celebrities’ Critical Voices on Social Media
Abdur Arsyad and Bintang Emon joined the August 22, 2024 protests, while Fedi Nuril continues to post his criticisms on social media. What moves them?
Special Report Monday, December 30, 2024 Edition
Batanghari River Basin Critical Condition Due to Illegal Gold Mining
Illegal mining exacerbates the critical condition of the upstream Batanghari River Basin Area (DAS). The fraudulent practices involve many actors.
Environment Monday, December 23, 2024 Edition
Right of Reply from Kukuh Mandiri Lestari
Agung Sedayu Group’s right of reply regarding the interview with Aguan, and letter on the free lunch program.
Letters Monday, December 23, 2024 Edition
KPK Chief Nawawi Pomolango: Evidence of Sahbirin Noor’s Involvement is Overwhelming
The KPK claimed to have obtained hundreds of evidence in Sahbirin Noor’s bribery case. Still waiting for investigators to formulate the case.
Law Monday, December 16, 2024 Edition
Protection for Sahbirin Noor in the KPK
Two directors at the KPK are suspected of obstructing the designation of Sahbirin Noor as a suspect. Investigators already reported this to the commission’s leadership.
Law Monday, December 16, 2024 Edition
The Free Nutritious Meal Program Stowaways
The government amended the beef import regulations in order to smooth the way for the free nutritious meal program. This will have a negative effect on the management of the livestock sector.
Opinion Monday, December 9, 2024 Edition
Indonesia’s Free Nutritious Meal Program Lags Behind in Southeast Asia
Indonesia still lags behind other countries that already implemented free school lunch programs.
International Monday, December 9, 2024 Edition
Forced Support for the Nutritious Meal Program
The government asks businesses to assist in importing cattle for the free nutritious meal project, with import recommendation issuance becoming the leverage.
Economy Monday, December 9, 2024 Edition
The Disarray in Our Prison Management
The problem of overcrowding in jails has never been resolved. The law enforcement authorities need to put forward alternatives to punishment.
Opinion Monday, December 2, 2024 Edition
Immigration and Penitentiary Affairs Minister Agus Andrianto: There Are ‘Kingdoms’ in Prisons
Immigration and Penitentiary Affairs Minister Agus Andrianto on the issues ranging from the inmate escapes from Salemba Detention Center to Mary Jane’s repatriation.
Interview Monday, December 2, 2024 Edition
Textile Industries’ Predicaments
Textile industries seek a special waging policy. They fear being unable to pay minimum wages amid low demand.
Cover Story Monday, December 2, 2024 Edition
Sea Sasi Planning in Negeri Kailolo
The people of Kailolo draft regulations for the enforcement of marine sasi, aimed at improving coral reefs in their area.
Outreach Monday, December 2, 2024 Edition
Securing Anies Baswedan’s Support
Pramono Anung successfully secured Anies Baswedan’s support in the Jakarta gubernatorial election. There seems to be a political deal ahead of 2029.
Cover Story Monday, November 25, 2024 Edition
BMKG Chief, Dwikorita Karnawati: Climate Action Has Yet to Show Results
BMKG Chief Dwikorita Karnawati on the extreme weather phenomenon triggered by environmental destruction and the potential for megathrust earthquakes.
Interview Monday, November 25, 2024 Edition
Jokowi and Prabowo’s Support in the Central Java Gubernatorial Election
The PDI-P is wary about Jokowi and Prabowo's support for Ahmad Luthfi in the Central Java gubernatorial election. Police are suspected of pressuring business owners for support.
Cover Story Monday, November 25, 2024 Edition
Taking Over Agriculture SOEs
Agriculture Minister Amran Sulaiman aims to take control of state-owned enterprises in the agriculture and food sectors in an attempt to orchestrate food self-sufficiency.
Economy Monday, November 25, 2024 Edition
Loopholes in Debt Write-Offs for Small Businesses
The government writes off non-performing loans of fishermen and small business owners. Detailed criteria can prevent moral hazards.
Opinion Monday, November 18, 2024 Edition
MSME Debts Write-Offs
The government’s policy of allowing MSME loans write-offs under certain conditions is deemed prone to moral hazard and misuse.
Economy Monday, November 18, 2024 Edition
Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology: We Don’t Want to Come Off as Authoritarian
Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Satryo Soemantri Brodjonegoro explains BRIN’s position in the Prabowo government.
Interview Monday, November 11, 2024 Edition
Repatriated Artifacts from the Netherlands
A collection of hundreds of cultural artifacts from the second phase of repatriation from the Netherlands is on display at the National Museum of Indonesia.
Interlude Monday, November 11, 2024 Edition
Indonesia Investment Authority in Search of Sovereign Wealth
The Indonesia Investment Authority is set to merge with Danantara, but it still fails to optimize investments and faces ongoing issues with foreign investor confidence.
Cover Story Monday, November 11, 2024 Edition
Reducing the Authority of the SOEs Ministry
Danantara will reduce the authority of the SOEs Minister. Transferring the management of major SOEs will make the Ministry almost powerless.
Cover Story Monday, November 11, 2024 Edition
Tough Measures to Save Sritex
The move by President Prabowo Subianto to save Sritex could well lead to corruption. A smart strategy is needed to rescue collapsing companies.
Opinion 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
Prabowo’s Mission to Save Sritex
Prabowo Subianto orders four ministers to rescue the bankrupt textile company Sritex. A potential bailout from the state is on the table.
Economy Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
The Fall of Textile Factories
After Sritex, other major textile companies are also collapsing. Incentives and support are needed to curb imported goods.
Economy Monday, November 4, 2024 Edition
Success Stories of Rohingya Refugees
Several Rohingya refugees successfully built their careers in various fields. They continued to work and raised awareness about the plight of displaced Rohingya refugees.
Asean & Beyond Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
Jokowi’s Debt Legacy Burden on State-Owned Enterprises
The Joko Widodo administration leaves a heavy burden for state-owned enterprises. Many projects result in big debts.
Cover Story Monday, October 21, 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
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
South Kalimantan Governor Sahbirin Noor’s Corruption
South Kalimantan Governor Sahbirin Noor is suspected of receiving commissions on three projects in the e-catalog. He has not been seen since being named a suspect.
Law Monday, October 21, 2024 Edition
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
The Business of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Minister’s Son
Minister Sakti Wahyu Trenggono revives a shutdown port. There is indication that the minister’s son is involved in the fisheries business.
Investigation Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
Minister of Communication and Informatics Budi Arie Setiadi: I don’t want it to be in the form of an ad
Tempo’s interview with Minister of Communication and Informatics Budi Arie Setiadi about Jokowi’s campaign before the end of his tenure.
Cover Story Monday, October 14, 2024 Edition
The Bakrie Group Debt Gamble
Instead of paying its debts, the Bakrie Group is suing 12 creditors. This could become a bad precedent for the investment climate.
Opinion Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
Supreme Court Chief Justice Muhammad Syarifuddin: The Election of a New Chief is Always a Hot Topic
Supreme Court Chief Justice Muhammad Syarifuddin uses artificial intelligence to handle cases. Case brokers continue to be a threat.
Law Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
VIVA’s Maneuvers on the Brink of Bankruptcy
VIVA Group is facing a restructuring process under a debt payment suspension scheme and is threatened with bankruptcy. There are maneuvers to lobby creditors and reduce debt.
Economy Monday, October 7, 2024 Edition
US Ambassador, Kamal Shirin Lakhdhir: We Have Long Worked with Prabowo
United States Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir speaks about women, education, and Indonesia’s new administration.
International Monday, September 30, 2024 Edition
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
Power-Sharing in Prabowo’s Cabinet
President-elect Prabowo’s cabinet is predicted to be filled by more than 40 ministries in an effort to accommodate the interest of the parties supporting him.
National Monday, September 23, 2024 Edition
A Roadmap to End Electricity Monopoly
The power wheeling scheme is important to end the monopoly in the supply of electricity. It could accelerate the energy transition.
Opinion Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Jakarta Gubernatorial Candidates Going After the Anies’ Voter Base
Gubernatorial candidates are trying to win over the votes of Anies Baswedan supporters in the Jakarta regional election. Jokowi reportedly shifted his support.
National Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
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
Exporting Crisis from China
China’s economic crisis has the potential to spread around the world. It can kill industries and manufactured goods in many countries.
Market Pulse Monday, September 16, 2024 Edition
Palace Interference in the Jakarta Gubernatorial Election
The PDI-P canceled its plan to nominate Anies Baswedan for the Jakarta gubernatorial election. Pressure came in the form of legal cases and revisions to the MD3 Law.
Cover Story Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
Looming Economic Crisis in Prabowo’s Administration
The current account deficit threatens the Indonesian economy. The value of the rupiah could fall further, triggering an economic crisis.
Market Pulse Monday, September 2, 2024 Edition
PDI-P and Anies Baswedan in the Jakarta Gubernatorial Election
The PDI-P will be nominating Anies Baswedan in the Jakarta gubernatorial election. A popular candidate against Jokowi’s coalition.
Cover Story Monday, August 26, 2024 Edition
The Trial and Budget for Free Nutritious Meal Program
The trial of the free nutritious meal program involves military personnel and private parties. Authorities manage everything from communal kitchens to food distribution.
Economy Monday, August 26, 2024 Edition
The Meaning of M.H. Thamrin’s Resistance
Mohammad Hoesni Thamrin put the interests of the people above everything. He fought hard for our independence.
Opinion Monday, August 19, 2024 Edition
The Legacy of Mohammad Hoesni Thamrin
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.
Special Report Monday, August 19, 2024 Edition
The Final Days of Mohammad Hoesni Thamrin
During the last days before his death, M.H. Thamrin was under house arrest, accused of attempting to subvert the Dutch colonial government.
Special Report Monday, August 19, 2024 Edition
M.H. Thamrin’s Achievements in the City Council
When he was a member of the Gemeenteraad, M.H. Thamrin proposed various ideas to improve the quality of life for the poor. He frequently disagreed with the Mayor of Batavia.
Special Report Monday, August 19, 2024 Edition
M.H. Thamrin’s Resistance from within the Volksraad
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.
Special Report Monday, August 19, 2024 Edition
The Close Relationship between M.H. Thamrin and Sukarno
M.H. Thamrin and Sukarno were often seen as opposites in cooperative and non-cooperative movements. In reality, they were close friends.
Special Report Monday, August 19, 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
M.H. Thamrin, the True Representative of the People
Born into a wealthy family, Mohammad Hoesni Thamrin became the lion of the City Council. A freedom fighter who fought for the weak.
Special Report Monday, August 19, 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
Anindya Bakrie: Our Sports Are Indeed Not Yet Financially Independent
Chair of the Indonesian contingent, Anindya Bakrie, explains the team’s medal target in the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Interview Monday, August 5, 2024 Edition
The High Price of the High-Speed Train Ambition
The Whoosh fast train project continues to burden the state budget. It is Jokowi’s ambition to develop a flagship project worth hundreds of trillions of rupiah.
Special Report Monday, July 29, 2024 Edition
Why We Need the Great Critics Council
Rather than establishing a Supreme Advisory Council, Prabowo Subianto should form a council of critics. Its job would be to examine policies.
Opinion Monday, July 22, 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
The Environmental Impacts of IKN Project to Neighboring Island
Development for the IKN project is impacting Central Sulawesi. The excavation of rock and sand is becoming increasingly massive to supply construction materials for the new capital city.
Environment Monday, July 15, 2024 Edition
Wary of Collecting Protection Tariffs
Several ministries are waiting for each other over the implementation of trade protection import duties. There is fear of retaliation from competing countries.
Economy Monday, July 15, 2024 Edition
Tribrata TV Journalist’s Death After Reporting Gambling in Karo
The house of a Tribrata TV journalist in Karo Regency was burned down after he made a report on a gambling case. The victim’s child claimed to have been intimidated by the police.
Law 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
Imminent Danger of Rice Crisis
Rice production is predicted to drop dramatically this year, potentially leading to a rice crisis and triggering inflation and an economic crisis.
Market Pulse Monday, July 8, 2024 Edition
Import Ban and Restriction Policy Causes Airlines to Limp
A new regulation concerning the purchase of aircraft components gives rise to a new problem for airlines. The TKDN policy is being wrongly applied.
Opinion Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
A Strike at the Heart of Our National Data
The hacking of the National Data Center is a threat to the personal data of millions of people. The government fails to establish a digital security system.
Opinion Monday, July 1, 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
Held Hostage by Negligent Cybersecurity
The LockBit ransomware continues to evolve, utilizing deception and taking advantage of sloppy security.
Cover Story Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
People’s Tribunal for Jokowi
Summary of events of the week, from the People’s Tribunal trying Jokowi to the nine years sentence for former Pertamina CEO Karen Agustiawan.
News Capsule Monday, July 1, 2024 Edition
Aircraft Components Import Bans and Restrictions Hold Airlines Hostage
Airlines are suffocating from the high costs of maintenance and operations. The consequence of regulatory bans and restrictions on aircraft components.
Economy Monday, July 1, 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
Hasto Kristiyanto Questioned by the KPK over the Harun Masiku Bribery Case
The KPK questioned Hasto Kristiyanto again in connection with the Harun Masiku bribery case. Is it true that this is the result of the Presidential Palace interfering?
Cover Story Monday, June 24, 2024 Edition
Industries Impacted by the Rising Dollar Exchange Rate
The rising exchange rate of the US dollar is causing business problems. Hedging efforts are of little help when the rupiah is very weak.
Economy Monday, June 24, 2024 Edition
Decreasing the Dominance of Bank Syariah Indonesia
Muhammadiyah’s fund transfer could trigger an equalization of the scale of business of sharia banks. Bank Syariah Indonesia has been too dominant over the sharia banking industry.
Economy Monday, June 17, 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
Irregularities in the Gas Company
The BPK found irregularities in gas sale transactions by PGN in 2017. This could be the way into investigating a number of other offences.
Opinion Monday, June 10, 2024 Edition
A Myriad of Problems in the New Capital City
Two high-ranking IKN Authority officials did not resign, but were asked to step down. IKN development planning has moved away from the initial concept put forward in a national government planning agency study.
Cover Story Monday, June 10, 2024 Edition
National Police Statement on the Surveillance of Assistant Attorney General for Special Crimes
The National Police denied any role of the former Red and White Task Force with the shadowing of the Assistant Attorney General for Special Crimes Febrie Adriansyah. Police 2nd Brig. Iqbal Mustofa is not punished.
Cover Story Monday, June 3, 2024 Edition
Low Harvest Causing Garlic High Prices
The volume of garlic harvests in a number of production centers is dwindling. The price hike is becoming more difficult to contain.
Economy Monday, May 27, 2024 Edition
Slow Import Permit Issuance Leads to Garlic Price Hikes
The slow issuance of import permits is causing the price of garlic to skyrocket. The government is retaining the RIPH requirements for garlic imports.
Economy Monday, May 27, 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
The Price for Neglecting Disaster Mitigation
The impact of the disaster in West Sumatra is more serious because the regional government was busy chasing revenue.
Opinion Monday, May 20, 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
Muhamad Chatib Basri: Criticism Saves Development
Economist Muhamad Chatib Basri explains the challenges facing the Indonesian economy.
Interview Monday, May 20, 2024 Edition
Drifting Sea Waste
Marine debris from Jakarta Bay drifts far across the continent to the eastern coast of Africa.
Environment Monday, May 13, 2024 Edition
The Journey of Our Plastic Waste to Africa
Satellite-based trackers prove that plastic waste from Cisadane reaches as far as Africa. It is sea pollution that spans across oceans.
Environment Monday, May 13, 2024 Edition
Political Maneuvering in Prabowo’s Coalition Building
The parties supporting Ganjar and Anies are offered ministerial posts in the cabinet of Prabowo. There is rejection from Prabowo’s coalition.
Cover Story Monday, May 6, 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
OJK’s Stricter Rules to Prevent Banks from Collapsing
The OJK decides on stricter supervision and capital requirements for banks, a shock absorber for the financial system but a stranglehold on small banks.
Economy Monday, May 6, 2024 Edition
The Import Restrictions Boomerang
The restrictions on the imports of goods caused problems for many industries. They could become an opportunity for bribery and corruption.
Opinion Monday, April 29, 2024 Edition
Laundering Tin Mining Gains Through Luxury Goods
A number of suspects in tin trading corruption are alleged to have engaged in money laundering through money changers. Most of the ill-gotten money was allegedly spent on luxury items ranging from watches to cars.