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Prabowo to Pardon Thousands of Inmates on Compassionate Grounds: Minister
16/12/2024

Prabowo to Pardon Thousands of Inmates on Compassionate Grounds: Minister

Among those set to benefit are individuals convicted of insulting the head of state, as well as juvenile and elderly prisoners.

5 He**in Traffickers Return to Australia after Almost 20 Years in Indonesian Prisons
15/12/2024

5 He**in Traffickers Return to Australia after Almost 20 Years in Indonesian Prisons

Two convicted ringleaders of the Bali Nine, Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran, were executed by a firing squad in 2015.

Indonesia to Unveil New Economic Policy Package, Including VAT Overhaul, on Monday
14/12/2024

Indonesia to Unveil New Economic Policy Package, Including VAT Overhaul, on Monday

Indonesia will announce a new economic policy package on Monday, covering multi-tiered VAT and non-tax measures, says Airlangga Hartarto.

Ridwan Kamil Concedes Defeat in Jakarta Gubernatorial Election
13/12/2024

Ridwan Kamil Concedes Defeat in Jakarta Gubernatorial Election

Ridwan acknowledged that his coalition of political parties initially prepared to challenge the election results.

Illegal Ci******es Have Broader Impacts than Hurting Established To***co Companies
13/12/2024

Illegal Ci******es Have Broader Impacts than Hurting Established To***co Companies

The proliferation of illegal ci******es not only erodes government tax revenues but also makes smoking more accessible to young people.

Prabowo Advocates for Departure from ‘Costly’ Local Leader Elections
12/12/2024

Prabowo Advocates for Departure from ‘Costly’ Local Leader Elections

Prabowo joked, “In fact, we have many party leaders here. How about making the decision right now?”

Think Before You Post, Bali Immigration's Cyber Unit Is Watching
12/12/2024

Think Before You Post, Bali Immigration's Cyber Unit Is Watching

The Ngurah Rai Immigration Office in Badung Regency, Bali, has established an immigration cyber unit

Ridwan Kamil Doesn’t Contest Pramono Anung’s Win as Deadline Passes
12/12/2024

Ridwan Kamil Doesn’t Contest Pramono Anung’s Win as Deadline Passes

After midnight on Thursday, Jakarta wasn't on the list of provinces where election disputes have been registered with the court.

Bodies Exhumed and Relocated Due to Local Election Disputes
11/12/2024

Bodies Exhumed and Relocated Due to Local Election Disputes

The family unearthed the remains from ten graves and transferred them to a public cemetery using plastic sacks.

Prabowo Earns French Backing for Free Meal Program
11/12/2024

Prabowo Earns French Backing for Free Meal Program

France, which has a similar school-feeding program, intends to share its expertise.

Drawing close to the end of the year, Bali struggles against the annual rainy season, which leaves its iconic beaches—Ku...
10/12/2024

Drawing close to the end of the year, Bali struggles against the annual rainy season, which leaves its iconic beaches—Kuta, Legian, and Seminyak—littered with debris.

Cleanup crews deployed across Bali’s shorelines report collecting 20 tons of waste daily. Most of the collected waste is sent to a recycling facility in Mengwi, Badung.

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Around Rp2.4 trillion stolen state assets have been reclaimed by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) since 2020....
10/12/2024

Around Rp2.4 trillion stolen state assets have been reclaimed by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) since 2020.

KPK Chairman Nawawi Pomolango revealed that these funds have been returned to state coffers, marking a significant boost to the government’s non-tax revenue.

In the last five years, KPK has processed 597 corruption cases involving sectors such as infrastructure, natural resources, education, healthcare, and law enforcement corruption.

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Prabowo Needs $900 Billion Investment for His 8 Pct Growth Dream
09/12/2024

Prabowo Needs $900 Billion Investment for His 8 Pct Growth Dream

The economy could grow by 8.3 percent in 2027 as long as realized investments reach Rp 2,680 trillion that year.

Indonesian Military Rotates 300 High-Ranking Officers, Including Presidential Guard Chief
09/12/2024

Indonesian Military Rotates 300 High-Ranking Officers, Including Presidential Guard Chief

In addition, the Armed Forces commander has appointed 11 new defense attachés to Indonesian embassies worldwide.

Who Is Abu Mohammed Al-Golani, The Leader of The Insurgency That Toppled Bashar Assad?
09/12/2024

Who Is Abu Mohammed Al-Golani, The Leader of The Insurgency That Toppled Bashar Assad?

His ties to al-Qaida stretch back to 2003, when he joined insurgents battling US troops in Iraq.

The Indonesian Embassy in Damascus was hit by stray gunfire that breached its meeting room amid the violence of the insu...
09/12/2024

The Indonesian Embassy in Damascus was hit by stray gunfire that breached its meeting room amid the violence of the insurgency that led to President Bashar al-Assad’s removal over the weekend, a Foreign Ministry official confirmed.

“No Indonesian citizens were harmed during the incident,” said Judha Nugraha, the ministry’s director for the protection of Indonesian citizens.

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Indonesian Embassy in Damascus Hit by Stray Bullets, No Injuries Reported
09/12/2024

Indonesian Embassy in Damascus Hit by Stray Bullets, No Injuries Reported

Judha revealed that 1,162 Indonesian citizens currently reside in Syria.

Indonesia Gives Apple One Week to Confirm Investment Commitment
05/12/2024

Indonesia Gives Apple One Week to Confirm Investment Commitment

The Indonesian government is seeking formal assurance in a written statement regarding Apple’s previously stated investment pledge.

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