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Antara News (English)

Indonesia-EAEU FTA Opens Door to US$3 Trillion Market for Local Products

Indonesia and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) have initiated Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations, potentially opening access to a massive US$3 trillion market. This move is expected to significantly boost Indonesia's economic diversification and export growth.

VOI English

West Java Police Allow 'Proportional Self-Defense' for Begal Victims

The West Java Police have announced that victims of street robberies (begal) are permitted to defend themselves proportionally. The police have uncovered 24 begal cases in July and are intensifying patrols and utilizing social media information to prevent crime.

Sindonews

KPK Busts Corruption in West Lombok, Seizes Over Rp9 Billion in Evidence

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has seized evidence valued at over Rp9.06 billion (approximately $600,000 USD) during an undercover operation (OTT) in West Lombok Regency. This operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat corruption and uphold transparency in the country.

Sindonews

Indonesia to Integrate Tuberculosis Control into National Development Plans

The Indonesian Ministry of Home Affairs will prioritize tuberculosis control within the National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMD), Regional Development Plan (RKPD), and Regional Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APBD). This move aims to ensure a more comprehensive and sustained approach to TB eradication efforts.

Sindonews

New Capital Relocation Budget Potentially Lowered After Data Validation

Indonesian Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture, Muhadjir Effendy, revealed that the budget for the relocation to the new capital, Nusantara (MBG), could be reduced after data validation. This indicates a crucial phase in the nation's development plan and fiscal management.

Detik

Medan Luxury Home Explosion: Four Dead, Search Continues

An explosion in a luxury residential area in Medan, Indonesia, has resulted in four fatalities and several injuries. The search for one remaining individual is ongoing as investigations into the cause of the blast proceed.

VOI English

Puan Urges Indonesians to Retain Citizenship Amidst High Relinquishment Rate

House of Representatives Speaker Puan Maharani expressed concern over the approximately 8,000 Indonesians who relinquished their citizenship in the past five years, urging citizens to maintain their status. Despite a recent five-fold increase in the administrative fee for relinquishment to Rp 5 million, 300 individuals have still applied to renounce their citizenship.

Antara News (English)

Indonesia, Australia Forge Healthcare Transformation Partnership

Indonesia and Australia have launched a new partnership aimed at transforming their healthcare sectors. The collaboration will focus on improving public health, enhancing the quality of medical services, and sharing mutual expertise.

VOI English

Indonesia Strengthens CPOB Certification as Key Standard for Medicine Quality Assurance

Indonesia is reinforcing its Good Manufacturing Practice (CPOB) certification as a crucial standard to guarantee the quality, safety, and efficacy of medicines. This move is vital for enhancing the competitiveness of the domestic pharmaceutical industry and strengthening national health resilience, with PT Selatox Bio Pharma recently achieving CPOB certification and inaugurating a biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility.

Sindonews

Indonesia Affirms Commitment to Smart City Development

Indonesia has strongly affirmed its commitment to smart city development by participating in ASCN 2026 (Asia Smart City Network 2026), clarifying its stance on improving domestic urban infrastructure and aiming for sustainable growth.

Antara News (English)

Biodiversity Key to Indonesia's Long-Term Economic Growth: Bappenas

Indonesia's National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas) emphasized that biodiversity conservation is crucial for the nation's long-term economic growth, promoting the protection and utilization of natural capital to achieve sustainable development goals.

Sindonews

Perindo Bali Establishes Legal Aid Center

The Perindo Party's Bali branch in Indonesia has announced the establishment of a Legal Aid Center (LBH) aimed at providing legal assistance to local residents. Party officials stated their aspiration for the center to become a "home for justice."

CNN Indonesia

President Prabowo to Inaugurate TNI-Polri Cadets at Palace Tomorrow Morning

President Prabowo Subianto will lead the inauguration ceremony for approximately 1,500 Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) and National Police (Polri) cadets at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta tomorrow, July 21st, at 8 AM. This follows last year's ceremony where he urged newly appointed officers to serve the people.

CNN Indonesia

Medan Luxury Home Explosion Claims Two Lives, Search Continues

Two bodies have been recovered following a major explosion at a luxury residence in Medan, Indonesia. Authorities are continuing their search for one remaining victim, with initial investigations pointing to a potential gas leak as the cause.

Sindonews

Prabowo to Appoint Permanent Prosecutor General in Days, Palace Says

The Indonesian Presidential Palace announced that President Prabowo will officially appoint a new Special Prosecutor General (Jampidsus) within the next 1-2 days. This appointment is seen as a crucial step towards stabilizing and strengthening law enforcement agencies.

Sindonews

DPR Approves Wahidah Suaib as Ombudsman Member, Replacing Hery Susanto

The Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR) has approved the appointment of Wahidah Suaib as a member of the Ombudsman, replacing Hery Susanto. This decision is expected to strengthen the Ombudsman's capacity in overseeing government institutions and handling public complaints.

Antara News (English)

Indonesia Unveils Grand Plan for World-Class International Financial Hub

Indonesia has unveiled an ambitious plan to establish a world-class international financial hub. The initiative aims to revitalize the domestic economy and enhance international competitiveness by accelerating financial sector development and attracting foreign investment.

Sindonews

KPK Explains Reason for Returning Noel Ebenezer's Vehicle

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has revealed the reasons behind the return of a vehicle seized from Noel Ebenezer. This action is seen as an effort to ensure transparency and fairness in its investigations.