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Indonesia bolsters right to be forgotten via Human Rights Law revision

Jakarta, May 4 -- The Indonesian government is strengthening people's digital rights by incorporating the right to be forgotten concept into the revision of the Human Rights Law. "This comes as a res... Read More


Indonesia starts revitalizing 809 schools in East Nusa Tenggara

Jakarta, May 4 -- Indonesia's Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has launched a Rp630 billion program to revitalize 809 schools in East Nusa Tenggara province for the 2026 fiscal year, offici... Read More


Trade Ministry issues new regulations regarding export policies

Jakarta, May 4 -- The Ministry of Trade issued the Regulatiom of the Minister of Trade Number 12 of 2026 concerning export policies and regulations. Trade Minister Budi Santoso explained that the mai... Read More


April inflation rate remains under control: Finance Minister

Jakarta, May 4 -- Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa assessed that the inflation rate in April 2026, which was recorded at 0.13 percent month-to-month (mtm), was quite under control. Meanwhile, on... Read More


Govt moves to shield industry as Mideast conflicts hit manufacturing

Jakarta, May 4 -- Indonesia is intensifying industrial mitigation efforts after global supply chain disruptions linked to Middle East conflicts pushed its manufacturing sector into a moderate contract... Read More


RI-Japan cooperation strengthens regional stability: House member

Jakarta, May 4 -- Member of Commission I of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI), Amelia Anggraini, said that cooperation between Indonesia and Japan in the defense sector has the potentia... Read More


Indonesia sees cosmetics, wellness industries as drivers of growth

Jakarta, May 4 -- Indonesia's Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita said cosmetics, perfume and wellness products are becoming key contributors to national industrial growth, supported by risin... Read More


Govt must ensure that every child gets their rights: Minister

Jakarta, May 4 -- Minister of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection (PPPA) Arifah Fauzi stated that the government must be present to ensure that every child can get their rights, including their r... Read More


Indonesia extends trade surplus streak to 71 months in March: BPS

Jakarta, May 4 -- Statistics Indonesia (BPS) announced that Indonesia has extended its monthly trade surplus streak to 71 months in March 2026, supported by exports of the non-oil and gas sector, part... Read More


Minister encourages local govts to improve cultural assets management

Jakarta, May 4 -- Minister of Culture Fadli Zon encouraged local governments to improve the management of cultural assets in their regions to attract more visitors and impact literacy and community we... Read More