Indonesia

Indonesian minister warns against fake job offers on social media

Indonesia's Minister of Migrant Worker Protection (P2MI), Mukhtarudin, urged the public to be cautious of overseas job offers on social media. He emphasized avoiding unofficial opportunities, especially to countries like Cambodia and Myanmar, which are not official placement destinations. The government promises protection for deceived workers.

Finance minister explains reasons for issuing PP 38 of 2025

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa explained that Government Regulation Number 38 of 2025 was issued to help local governments address temporary funding shortages. The regulation also opens possibilities for long-term loans for clear projects. The Chairman of DPR RI Commission XI welcomed this step as a financing breakthrough.

Prosecutors examine Bandung deputy mayor in corruption case

2025년 10월 31일 Raj Patel

On October 30, 2025, the Bandung City Prosecutor's Office raided several local government offices to gather evidence in an alleged corruption case involving abuse of authority. Deputy Mayor Erwin was questioned as a witness, with investigators stating they have strong evidence to elevate the status to prosecution. The Attorney General's Office denied any sting operation.

Pesantren as oasis of wisdom amid modernism

Amid the bustle of modern education, pesantren stands calmly like an oasis in a barren desert. Its presence soothes through simplicity that shapes resilient and independent santri characters. This piece highlights pesantren's potential in halal industry development and Islamic education.

KPK responds to possibility of summoning former manpower minister after ex-secretary general named suspect

2025년 10월 29일 Raj Patel

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) says it will further investigate parties involved in an alleged extortion scheme for foreign worker permits at the Manpower Ministry, including possibly summoning a former minister. This follows the naming of Hery Sudarmanto, former secretary general under Hanif Dhakiri, as a new suspect on October 29, 2025. The case involves collecting Rp53.7 billion from 2019 to 2024.

Pertamina ensures fuel supply safety amid Semarang-Demak floods

2025년 10월 30일 Raj Patel

PT Pertamina Patra Niaga has assured that fuel (BBM) and LPG supplies in flood-hit Semarang-Demak areas remain safe, including regular checks for water contamination at gas stations. Local residents complain of over a week's flooding causing skin irritation and insufficient aid. The floods began on October 21, 2025, affecting homes and traffic.

Hajj costs for 2026 lowered without reducing service quality

2025년 10월 29일 Raj Patel

Indonesia's House Commission VIII and the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah have set the hajj service cost for 2026 at Rp87.4 million per pilgrim, down about Rp2 million from the previous year. This reduction does not compromise service quality for pilgrims. Pilgrims pay Rp54.2 million directly, with the rest covered by hajj fund management.

Prabowo emphasizes total war on drugs at destruction event

2025년 10월 29일 Raj Patel

President Prabowo Subianto attended the destruction of 214.84 tons of narcotics worth Rp29.37 trillion in Jakarta on October 29, 2025. He declared drugs as the biggest threat to the nation and called for synergy among all parties to eradicate them. The event marks one year of Prabowo's government with 49,306 drug cases handled by Polri.

Driver killed by falling tree in South Jakarta

2025년 10월 30일 Raj Patel

A driver with initials AS (50) was killed after being hit by a falling tree during heavy rain on Jalan Darmawangsa Raya, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta, on Thursday afternoon (October 30). The incident affected several vehicles and caused one injury. South Jakarta Metro Police are handling the case.