Prabowo has unveiled an ambitious draft budget for 2026, with 5.4% growth target. The draft may be based on optimistic revenue projections, amid sluggish global economy. Is Prabowo’s big budget for Indonesia achievable or overly ambitious?

In Indonesia, digital rights activists question ‘problematic’ laws that grant sweeping powers to oversight agencies without adequate checks. TikTok’s brief suspension in Indonesia fuels fears of self-censorship

man often i lament the fact that i gotta wake up super early from my comfy bed to do my job, while fellow journos in gaza are still doing god’s work like this despite actual threat of being killed or 💣 ed by isra*l, kudos 🫡🙇🏻‍♀️

Almost 9 months ago, our press colleague Anas Al-Sharif removed his press vest following the announcement of a ceasefire. And then we saw what happened next. May we ensure the bombs actually end this time. I wish he, and so many more, were here with us.

Indonesia may have been ‘too hasty’ in endorsing Trump’s plan to end the war in Gaza that appears to favour Israeli and US interests over those of Palestinians Did Indonesia fall into ‘diplomatic trap’ over Trump’s Gaza peace plan?

Indonesia pledges tighter management of Islamic boarding schools after the tragic collapse of one that killed at least 67 people. There's a long-standing concerns about the lack of oversight and funding for the country’s vast network of pesantren.

Indonesia’s $27 billion new capital, known as Nusantara, is now "a political capital", whatever that means 🤷‍♀️

The EU Commission's proposal to delay, again, its anti-deforestation law is seen as a capitulation to global trade interests and contradicting EU's climate commitment. ‘Startling’: EU accused of sacrificing forests for trade deal with Indonesia

Indonesia's communications ministry is 'reviewing' a suggestion to restrict individuals to one account per social media platform. Rights advocates warn the idea is 'anti-democracy' and could undermine civil liberties

Apparently the banners that display Prabowo in multiple sites in Tel Aviv are made w/ AI, but many media in Indonesia have hooked-line-sinkered it to oblivion. always ALWAYS take anything Isra** said with a BUCKET of salt, including their media/posters 😂 https://t.co/9vDUNJn7mu

"The programme is claimed to stimulate the economy, but is economic growth worth exchanging for life?" Indonesia’s free meals scheme under fire again after more than 1,300 students recently fell ill from consuming food distributed under the initiative.

Prabowo said that Indonesia could recognise Israel, but only if Palestinian statehood is first acknowledged. Back home, some people said 'never in our name!' Is this a "bold" diplomatic move or undermining Indonesia's pro-Palestinian voices? #UNGA80

speaking of Timor Leste! was in Dili for a brief vacation earlier this month and hot damn! tourist infra is severely lacking but maybe it’ll improve once the country is admitted into Asean 🤞🏼🇹🇱

Whoosh woes: Indonesia is considering a plan to renegotiate a debt linked to the China-funded Jakarta-Bandung high-speed train, as its operator faces a financial “time bomb”. Ticket sales alone are unable to cover the costs of the high-interest loan.

He again reiterated Indonesia’s support for the two-state solution and that he feels “greatly heartened” by Western countries’ recognition of Palestine recently #UNGA80

“If and when the UN Security Council and this great assembly decide that Indonesia is prepared to send 20k of our people to secure peace in Gaza and Ukraine, Sudan Libya, everywhere when peace needs to be enforced , we are ready” Prabowo in the #UNGA80

Trump mentioned Indonesia in his #UNGA80 speech but only in the context US tariff deal. Prabowo is set to speak after him.

"The screening of Prabowo’s video before watching a movie in the cinema will greatly ruin the cinematic experience." Is video on Prabowo’s goals in Indonesian cinemas propaganda or public service?

A surge of deadly floods in Bali has reignited concerns over its overdevelopment, with planning and green experts warning that rapid urbanisation, weak environmental controls and mass tourism have pushed it towards an ecological tipping point.

Indonesia is hoping to involve China in the Giant Sea Wall project along northern Java, as critics question Jakarta’s ability to finance the wall. Will Indonesia’s US$80 billion sea wall hold firm against environmental critics?

Dozens of ppl named as suspects for inciting 'anarchic acts' in late August protests, including rights activists and social media users. A cyber patrol was deployed by TNI. Arrests of Indonesian protesters spur fears of censorship, more political chaos