# politics

Prabowo Rejects 'Lazy' Stereotype, Prioritizes Local Jobs at $21b Masela Project

Prabowo urged local hiring at the $21 billion Masela LNG project, saying Indonesia should no longer be underestimated.
News Jul 16, 2026 | 8:35 pm

UK Nationalizes Chinese-Owned British Steel to Protect Steelmaking Capacity

The UK government took operational control of British Steel last year after Jingye said that it was considering closing the blast furnaces.
Business Jul 16, 2026 | 4:11 pm

Prabowo Orders Review of Universal Free School Meal Program

Prabowo has ordered a review of Indonesia's free meal program to focus assistance on the country's most vulnerable groups.
News Jul 16, 2026 | 10:56 am

Attorney General Proposes Successor to Suspended Graft Prosecutor Febrie Adriansyah

Attorney General Burhanuddin has nominated senior prosecutor Kuntadi to replace corruption suspect Febrie Adriansyah.
News Jul 15, 2026 | 2:06 pm

Prabowo Hosts Shinawatra Family for Talks on Danantara and Growth

Thaksin, who previously served as Thailand's prime minister from 2001 to 2006, was recently appointed to Danantara's advisory board.
News Jul 10, 2026 | 2:31 am

Yusril Says LGBTQ Orientation Is Not a Criminal Offense in Indonesia

Indonesia does not criminalize sexual orientation, a senior minister said, following debate over a 2025 defense policy regulation.
News Jul 9, 2026 | 10:08 pm

MPR Speaker Defends Iran Funeral Trip Amid Constitutional Criticism

Muzani is scheduled to travel to Iran alongside Foreign Minister Sugiono for the funeral on July 9.
News Jul 7, 2026 | 8:13 pm

Indonesia Denies Reports That Two Border Villages Were Lost to Malaysia

Indonesia denied reports that two villages were ceded to Malaysia, saying only a small border area was affected.
News Jun 29, 2026 | 9:47 pm

Jokowi Launches Nationwide Political Tour Wearing Son’s PSI Party Uniform

Jokowi has begun his first nationwide political tour since leaving office, openly wearing the uniform of the party led by his youngest son.
News Jun 26, 2026 | 10:13 am

Yogyakarta Sultan Takes Leave for Medical Check-Up

Sri Sultan Hamengkubuwana X has temporarily delegated his duties to the deputy governor while undergoing a routine medical examination.
News Jun 25, 2026 | 10:10 pm

Prabowo Says Gov't Has Closed 240 SOEs, Hundreds More to Follow

He said directors and commissioners at state-owned companies receive a minimum monthly salary of Rp 50 million, excluding bonuses.
News Jun 23, 2026 | 9:02 pm

Former Minister, Social Media Activist Arrested in Jokowi Diploma Defamation Case

Roy Suryo and Tifauzia Tyassuma were arrested for accusing the former president of using a fake university diploma to run for president.
News Jun 19, 2026 | 4:35 pm

Free Meals Program Must Continue as Key Prabowo Campaign Promise, Spokesman Says

A spokesman said Prabowo’s flagship free meals program must continue despite rights concerns, corruption allegations, and protests.
News Jun 17, 2026 | 3:37 pm

Indonesian Police Seek Rp 66.1 T Budget Increase for 2027

National Police seek an additional Rp 66.1 trillion for 2027 to fund EV procurement, election security, border posts, and housing.
News Jun 17, 2026 | 3:02 pm

Government Disputes Human Rights Findings on Prabowo’s Free Meals Program

The Indonesian government says its free meals program advances human rights despite criticism from the national rights commission.
News Jun 17, 2026 | 12:12 pm

Rights Commission Finds ‘Strong Indications’ of Human Rights Violations in Free Meals Program

There have been 449 reported cases of mass food poisoning associated with the program, affecting 38,023 people across 36 provinces.
News Jun 15, 2026 | 10:05 pm

Thousands of Indonesian Students Disperse Peacefully After Jakarta Rally

Thousands of students began dispersing peacefully from central Jakarta on Friday night after protesting government policies.
News Jun 12, 2026 | 10:17 pm

Thousands of Indonesian Students Rally Against Govt Policies

Thousands of Indonesian students rallied in Jakarta, criticizing rising living costs, government spending, and controversial state programs.
News Jun 12, 2026 | 5:04 pm

BGN Prioritizes Efficiency and Governance Following Arrest of Former Chief

BGN shifts focus to efficiency and governance after leadership shake-up, with ex-officials detained in MBG corruption probe.
News Jun 4, 2026 | 10:53 pm