Anies, Ganjar register for election, leaving Prabowo behind
The presumptive frontrunner, Prabowo Subianto of the Gerindra Party, has yet to name his running mate. Prabowo is thought to be considering President Jokowi’s eldest son,…
The Jakarta Post
The more the merrier
Regardless of who ends up on the ballot, it is always better for Indonesians to be spoiled for choice rather than return to the de facto dictatorship of the New Order.
Bank Indonesia unexpectedly hikes rate amid global uncertainty
BI Governor Perry Warjiyo said the hike in borrowing costs was a pre-emptive, forward-looking measure to control long-term inflation and protect the rupiah exchange.
Indonesian police to question corruption commission leader Firli in extortion inquiry
The police started their investigation on Aug. 12 of last year after receiving a public complaint about alleged extortion and blackmail by unidentified KPK leaders.
ASEAN marine debris forum focuses on regional, global solutions
Dubbed the “plastics treaty”, the UN Environment Assembly agreed last year to push for the pact that seeks to address marine debris through regular debate on possible…
Indonesia seeks Chinese investment for energy transition
The request for Chinese investment aligns with the latest white paper on the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), which was released by Beijing earlier this month.
PDI-P move puts Prabowo on the spot
PDI-P's decision to name Nahdlatul Ulama figure Mahfud MD as Pranowo’s running mate, could force Prabowo’s electoral alliance to reconsider its plan to pair with former…
Indonesia to cut garlic imports by 40% next year
The decision was taken by the Agriculture Ministry in an effort to encourage domestic production.
Rebels kill seven in Papua attack: Police
Authorities said assailants fired shots at mining workers on Monday afternoon in the remote, mountainous Yahukimo district.
Mahfud MD tapped as Ganjar’s running mate
The decision has ended months of speculation about who would be Ganjar’s running mate.