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Indonesia's economy grows 5.45 percent, outperforming G20 peers

Jakarta, Oct. 23 -- Indonesia's economy grew 5.45 percent in the first half of 2026, outpacing the global average and ranking among the highest across G20 and ASEAN nations, driven by strong investmen... Read More


Indonesia to host D-8 Summit in 2027 after regional conflict delay

Jakarta, Oct. 23 -- Indonesia will host the Developing Eight (D-8) Summit in 2027 following the postponement of this year's high-level gathering due to escalating Middle East tensions, the Ministry of... Read More


Ministry boosts sports tourism through international, national events

Jakarta, Oct. 23 -- The Ministry of Tourism continues to promote the development of sports tourism across Indonesia through the hosting of national and international sports events. "We hope to see mo... Read More


Indonesia records $216B in investment in Prabowo's first two years

Jakarta, Oct. 23 -- Indonesia recorded Rp3,923.2 trillion (US$216.65 billion) in investment during the first two years of President Prabowo Subianto's administration, from October 2024 to September 20... Read More


Indonesia to prosecute individuals, firms for forest fires, BNPB says

Malang, East Java, Oct. 23 -- National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) Chief Kristomei Sianturi said the government will take firm action against any individual or corporation found intentionally bu... Read More


BRIN identifies nine mangrove species with medicinal potential

Jakarta, Oct. 23 -- The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) revealed that nine types of mangrove plants from Tadu Raya, Nagan Raya District, Aceh, have potential for medicinal use. BRIN's ... Read More


Indonesia enlists posyandu to expand Free Nutritious Meals program

Jakarta, Oct. 23 -- Indonesia's National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has decided to involve integrated health service posts, or posyandu , in the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program to expand its reach and... Read More


Govt calls architects vital in sustainable infrastructure planning

Jakarta, Oct. 23 -- Deputy Minister of Public Works Diana Kusumastuti stressed the importance of involving architects in infrastructure development planning, from dams to toll roads, to ensure designs... Read More


Indonesia moves to criminalize foreign bribery for OECD membership

Jakarta, Oct. 23 -- Indonesia is stepping up efforts to overhaul its anti-corruption rules to criminalize foreign bribery, a key requirement for full membership in the Organisation for Economic Cooper... Read More


Indonesia eyes football events to promote tourism

Jakarta, Oct. 23 -- Sports events such as football, as a form of sport tourism, could help promote Indonesian tourism, Tourism Ministry Acting Deputy for Event Organizer Development Hafiz Agung Rifai ... Read More