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Indonesia to enforce mandatory halal certification from Oct 2026

Jakarta, Jan. 15 -- Indonesia will enforce mandatory halal certification starting in October 2026 to strengthen consumer protection and bolster the country's competitiveness in the global halal supply... Read More


BNN chief calls on universities to protect students from drug abuse

Jakarta, Jan. 15 -- The National Narcotics Agency (BNN) head Commissioner General Suyudi Ario Seto said universities play a strategic role as the nation's moral and intellectual safeguard. During a m... Read More


Ecotheology takes center stage at Indonesia national Isra Mikraj event

Jakarta, Jan. 15 -- Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar highlighted the concept of ecotheology during the national commemoration of Isra Mikraj of the Prophet Muhammad at Jakarta's Istiqlal Mos... Read More


Indonesian VP postpones Yahukimo visit over security concerns

Jayapura, Papua, Jan. 15 -- Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has postponed a planned working visit to Yahukimo District in Papua due to security concerns, a regional military commander... Read More


Indonesia records over 2,000 child rights violations in 2025: KPAI

Jakarta, Jan. 15 -- The Indonesian Child Protection Commission (KPAI) recorded 2,031 cases of child rights violations, with the number of victims reaching 2,063 throughout 2025. "This figure reflects... Read More


Indonesia pushes EPR to drive circular economy and green industry

Jakarta, Jan. 15 -- The Indonesian government is strengthening its commitment to a circular economy by implementing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), a policy that mandates businesses to remain ... Read More


Minister calls for parents' role to guard children from digital crimes

Jakarta, Jan. 15 -- Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid called for an active role of parents to supervise and protect children from crimes in the digital space, given their vulnera... Read More


Indonesia pushes interregional synergy to tackle growing waste crisis

Jakarta, Jan. 15 -- Deputy Minister of Home Affairs Akhmad Wiyagus emphasized the importance of regions' firmness in executing policies and strengthening synergy with other regions to tackle the waste... Read More


Indonesia declares waste emergency, calls for stronger local action

Jakarta, Jan. 15 -- Environment Minister and Head of the Environmental Control Agency (BPLH) Hanif Faisol Nurofiq has called on regional legislative councils (DPRD) to support stronger budget allocati... Read More


Over 27,000 Indonesians repatriated from crises in 2025: FM Sugiono

Jakarta, Jan. 15 -- Indonesia repatriated more than 27,000 of its citizens from overseas emergencies in 2025, Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono said, underscoring Jakarta's focus on protecting national... Read More