# politics

Prabowo Says South Korea's Lee Asked Indonesia to Help Open Dialogue With North Korea

President Prabowo Subianto says South Korea's Lee Jae Myung asked Indonesia to help open dialogue with North Korea.
News Aug 1, 2026 | 10:09 pm

Governor Responds as New Fences at Jakarta Malls Spark Riot Fears

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung urges malls to remove new fences as officials move to calm security fears spreading online.
News Jul 31, 2026 | 8:42 pm

Prabowo Affirms Unity Between Police and Attorney General Amid High-Profile Graft Probe

President Prabowo says Indonesia's police and attorney general remain united despite scrutiny over a high-profile graft case.
News Jul 30, 2026 | 10:11 pm

Prabowo's Approval Falls to 51.1% as Economic Concerns Weigh on Public Sentiment

President Prabowo's approval rating fell to 51.1% from 81.2% in eight months as Indonesians grew more pessimistic about the economy.
News Jul 29, 2026 | 10:34 am

BI Governor Appointment Seen as Referendum on Central Bank Independence

An economist says markets will judge Indonesia's commitment to central bank independence through the selection of BI's next governor.
Business Jul 28, 2026 | 11:42 pm

How Indonesia Chooses a New Central Bank Governor

Indonesia's laws require Parliament to approve the president's nominee for Bank Indonesia governor within one month.
Business Jul 27, 2026 | 10:00 pm

Jokowi's Son, Megawati's Daughter Set for 2029 Faceoff in Solo

Ganjar said Kaesang has every right to run for parliament, dismissing concerns over PDIP's Central Java stronghold.
News Jul 27, 2026 | 4:05 pm

Indonesia Proposes Limited Dual Citizenship to Attract Global Talent

Indonesia plans to introduce limited dual citizenship for select foreign experts and diaspora under a proposed nationality law revision.
News Jul 23, 2026 | 7:42 pm

Prabowo Appoints Kuntadi as Indonesia's Top Anti-Corruption Prosecutor Amid Graft Scandal

Kuntadi takes over one of the country's most powerful prosecutorial posts after Febrie was named a corruption suspect earlier this month.
News Jul 22, 2026 | 2:19 pm

President Names Sudaryono as National Nutrition Agency Chief After Leadership Turmoil

President Prabowo appoints Sudaryono to lead Indonesia's National Nutrition Agency after a second leadership change in two months.
News Jul 22, 2026 | 12:57 pm

Indonesia's New Citizenship Fees: Rp 75 Million to Naturalize, Rp 5 Million to Renounce

Indonesia will charge up to Rp 75 million ($4,180) for foreigners applying for Indonesian citizenship under a new regulation.
News Jul 20, 2026 | 4:03 pm

Controversies Surrounding the Handling of Febrie Adriansyah’s Corruption Case

The Attorney General's Office has not provided a clear explanation as to why Don Ritto was detained while Febrie was not.
News Jul 20, 2026 | 5:24 am

KPK Urges Low-Cost Campaign Model After Arresting 15 Regional Leaders in 1.5 Years

Since the start of 2025, the KPK has arrested one governor, one mayor, and 13 regents in separate corruption investigations.
News Jul 19, 2026 | 3:50 pm

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