Category: Local politics

A significant cyberattack has recently affected over 40 agencies in Indonesia, causing widespread disruption to government operations. This attack is identified as the most severe cyber incident the country has faced in recent years, resulting in the disturbance of immigration services and the prolonged effect on major airports. According to an official statement on Wednesday,…

The Alliance of Independent Journalists (AJI Jakarta) has issued a strong condemnation of the recent doxing incident involving a journalist who reported on the escalating trade relations between Indonesia and Israel. The incident, perpetrated by a social media influencer, involved the public sharing of personal information of the journalist from Bisnis Indonesia , coupled with…

The advancements in counteracting Indonesian terrorist organizations in recent years, particularly major groups such as Jemaah Ansharut Daulah (JAD) and Jemaah Islamiyah (JI), have greatly diminished their capacity to conduct major attacks effectively. Despite an increase in the number of terrorist plots, there has been a decrease in successful attacks, with reduced lethality. However, elections…

Indonesia has made significant progress in promoting women’s participation in politics. However, a patriarchal mindset still impedes true gender equality. As International Women’s Day approaches, it is imperative to assess the status of women in Indonesian politics, especially with the upcoming 2024 elections on the horizon. Despite the requirement for political parties to nominate a…

A devastating fire broke out in a two-story house situated on Ampera Raya Street in Pasar Minggu, South Jakarta. According to Officer Paryo of the South Jakarta Fire and Rescue (Gulkarmat) Sub-dept., the fire was reported at 6:50 PM on Tuesday, June 25th. The fire, attributed to an electrical short, originated on the second floor…

In the wake of the recent Israeli crackdown on the Gaza Strip and subsequent retaliatory actions by Palestinian militant group Hamas, a surge of support for the Palestinians has been observed across Southeast Asia. Major cities in several Muslim-majority countries in the region, including Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, and Cotabato in the southern Philippines, have witnessed…

Former Jakarta governor Anies Baswedan has officially announced his running mate for the upcoming Indonesia presidential election. The chosen partner is Muhaimin Iskandar, who currently serves as the chairman of Indonesia’s National Awakening Party (PKB). The National Awakening Party is known for its close ties with Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), the largest Islamic organization in Indonesia…

A momentous bilateral meeting occurred in Singapore on Saturday, as Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto convened with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The meeting took place in conjunction with the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue, a renowned defense summit in Asia. In a statement from the Indonesian Ministry of Defense, Minister Prabowo extended warm greetings and appreciation to…

Article Rewrite: Air pollution has emerged as a significant public health crisis in Indonesia, particularly in Jakarta, due to coal power emissions, heavy traffic, and waste burning. The adverse effects on the health of the population in the area, as well as the economic repercussions, have raised widespread concern. Residents of northern Java, just 60…

The citizens of Jakarta are undertaking a new endeavor to collectively reduce carbon emissions in the city and strive to achieve a net-zero emissions target by 2050. This initiative entails significant changes in transportation, spatial planning, and collaborative engagement from all sectors of society. The urgency of this mission has been underscored by the escalating…