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- 2026-07-01 controversy Deaths of five civil trainees during a government program have led to criticism of the program's reliance on military-style training. source
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Indonesian currency and stock market show significant weakness
Indonesia's rupiah has hit a record low, and the Jakarta Composite Index has dropped significantly. This economic downturn, despite Prabowo's reassurances, indicates underlying investor concerns and potential challenges for the Indonesian economy.
Prabowo's administration faces accusations of using disinformation tactics
Amnesty International reports that Indonesian authorities, allegedly linked to Prabowo's Gerindra party, are using fake news to label critics as 'foreign agents'. This suggests a pattern of using disinformation to suppress dissent and consolidate power, raising concerns about democratic freedoms under his presidency.
Indonesia to potentially face trade disputes due to tightened resource export controls
President Prabowo is consolidating state control over palm oil and coal exports. While aimed at increasing revenue, this move could lead to state monopolies and disrupt existing trade agreements, potentially triggering disputes with international partners and affecting Indonesia's global market access.
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Indonesia's free meals program corruption probe expands to police, military
Indonesia's Attorney General's Office has named a police brigadier general as the seventh suspect in an investigation into alleged corruption within President Prabowo Subianto's US$15 billion free meals program. The pro…
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Indonesian trainees die during military-style training for rural development program
Five Indonesian civil trainees have died during a government program focused on rural development and food security. The trainees were reportedly subjected to basic military exercises overseen by the Ministry of Defence…
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Dozens arrested in Indonesia after violent anti-government protest
Dozens of people were arrested in Surabaya, Indonesia, following an anti-government protest that turned violent. Demonstrators gathered to protest a fuel price increase and the president's free meals scheme, with some t…
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Southeast Asia's haze fight challenged by rising agricultural costs
Southeast Asian nations are facing an economic challenge in their efforts to combat the recurring haze problem, primarily caused by agricultural fires. Analysts suggest that rising production costs for agricultural comp…
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Prabowo's Trump interaction sparks questions on Indonesia's China alignment
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's interaction with Donald Trump, where he inquired about meeting Eric Trump, has sparked speculation about his foreign policy approach. This moment contrasted with initial perceptio…
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Indonesia seeks China's backing for panda bond amid regulatory concerns
Indonesia is seeking to bolster investor confidence ahead of its inaugural panda bond issuance in China, following concerns raised by Chinese companies operating in Indonesia. A letter from the China Chamber of Commerce…
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Indonesia faces MSCI downgrade risk, potentially triggering $13B capital flight
Indonesia faces a critical decision from MSCI on June 23rd regarding its market status, with a potential downgrade from 'emerging market' to 'frontier market' threatening to trigger significant capital outflows. Goldman…
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Indonesia's US$15B free meals program faces corruption and oversight issues
Indonesia's ambitious US$15 billion free meals program, designed to combat malnutrition among 83 million children and vulnerable groups, faces significant challenges. Despite its aim to prevent malnutrition and stunted …
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Abuse of Indonesian helper in Malaysia sparks outrage, leads to arrests
A viral video depicting the abuse of an Indonesian domestic helper in Malaysia has sparked outrage and calls for action. Four individuals were arrested in Johor in connection with the incident, which occurred in a priva…
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Indonesian union boss joins government to lobby for workers
An Indonesian union leader has defended his decision to join the new government as a special adviser, arguing that workers need representation from within the administration. Said Iqbal stated that industrialists have a…
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Indonesian labor movement fractured by elite vs. grassroots divide
Indonesia's labor movement is experiencing a significant division, characterized by a clash between established union elites and a more independent, grassroots movement. This split reflects a long-standing tension betwe…
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Indonesia arrests officials over free meals program corruption
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto has dismissed and arrested three former officials from the National Nutrition Agency, including its chief, over corruption allegations. The billion-dollar free meals program, aimed…
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Indonesia arrests former head of free meal scheme amid corruption claims
Indonesia has arrested Dadan Hindayana, the recently dismissed head of the national free school meals program, along with two deputies. The arrests follow accusations of "crimes in the management" of the flagship initia…
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Indonesia debates benefits of Prabowo's foreign trips
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's recent overseas visits, particularly to Paris, have ignited a debate within Indonesia regarding the tangible benefits these trips offer to citizens. While official statements high…
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Asia prioritizes Russian oil imports amid energy crisis, ignoring risks
Asian nations are prioritizing energy security and lower fuel costs over the geopolitical risks associated with importing oil from Russia. Despite international sanctions and potential security concerns, countries like …
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Indonesia centralizes commodity exports, impacting China trade
Indonesia is implementing a new policy to centralize the export of key commodities like coal, palm oil, and nickel through a state-owned enterprise. This move, announced by President Prabowo Subianto, aims to increase t…
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Indonesia bans Polymarket for gambling on president's term
Indonesia has banned Polymarket, a predictions market platform, classifying it as an online gambling service. The ban follows the opening of a bet on when the country's president, Prabowo, would leave office. Indonesian…
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Indonesia weighs US military repair hub, testing non-aligned policy
Indonesia is considering a US proposal to establish a maintenance hub for C-130 Hercules aircraft at Kertajati Airport. This move, which would be the first of its kind in Southeast Asia, has sparked debate about its pot…
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Indonesia tightens state grip on palm oil, coal exports
Indonesia's President Prabowo is consolidating state control over key commodity exports, including palm oil and coal. This move aims to combat under-invoicing and revenue loss, which Prabowo claims have drained billions…
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Indonesia's rupiah hits record low amid economic fears
Indonesia's rupiah has hit a record low against the US dollar, making it one of Asia's worst-performing currencies this year. The Jakarta Composite Index also experienced a significant drop, partly due to Indonesian com…