Indonesian National News

JAKARTA – Indonesia’s Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Bahlil Lahadalia, has made a significant projection regarding the future landscape of environmentally friendly transportation, asserting that hydrogen fuel cell vehicles (HFCVs) are poised to become a formidable rival to battery electric vehicles (BEVs) within the next five to ten years. Speaking at the Global Hydrogen Ecosystem 2026 event in …

JAKARTA – Indonesia’s Minister of Finance, Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, has announced that the government is considering the possibility of trimming the budgets allocated for defense and national police if the nation’s fiscal condition and deficit targets come under significant strain. The minister’s statement, made during a Cabinet Plenary Session at the State Palace in Jakarta on Monday, July 20, 2026, …

Jakarta, VIVA – The South Jakarta Metro Police have confirmed that the firearm discovered at the scene where a 47-year-old man, identified by his initials WH, was found deceased in a hotel in the Kuningan area of South Jakarta, was legally owned by the victim. This significant development, announced on Monday, July 20, 2026, sheds crucial light on the circumstances …

The Houthi movement, the dominant political and military force controlling significant portions of Yemen, has formally declared its intent to wage war against Saudi Arabia, a development poised to dramatically escalate an already protracted and devastating conflict in the Middle East. This declaration comes as Riyadh simultaneously faces an intensified campaign of retaliatory strikes attributed to various actors perceived to …

Monday, July 20, 2026 – 21:44 WIB. The football world collectively held its breath as the final whistle pierced the humid New Jersey air, confirming Spain’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Amidst the explosion of crimson and gold celebration that engulfed MetLife Stadium, one particular moment transcended the immediate euphoria, becoming an indelible …

JAKARTA – The Indonesian government has issued a stern warning that Presidential Regulation (Perpres) 111/2025 on National Defense General Policy is not a legal basis for individuals or groups to engage in intimidation, violence, or vigilantism against the LGBTQ+ community. Minister Koordinator for Legal, Human Rights, Immigration, and Correctional Affairs, Yusril Ihza Mahendra, unequivocally stated that acts of persecution against …

Despite an outward display of robust growth in electric vehicle (EV) sales and an aggressive expansion into international markets, China’s formidable automotive industry is confronting significant internal financial pressures, as evidenced by the projected performance of its leading manufacturers for the first half of 2026. Preliminary financial reports from six major Chinese automakers reveal a stark reality: four companies anticipate …

JAKARTA – Structured Warrants, a sophisticated derivative instrument, have emerged as a significant avenue for investors seeking diverse opportunities within the capital market. As financial literacy and market access expand in Indonesia, understanding the intricate timelines associated with these instruments becomes paramount for maximizing potential gains and mitigating inherent risks. MotionTrade, a leading platform for investment, has meticulously outlined the …

The Spanish national football team has etched its name into the annals of football history once more, securing their second FIFA World Cup title after a dramatic 1-0 victory over a resilient 10-man Argentina in the final held at the state-of-the-art New York New Jersey Stadium in the United States. The decisive goal, scored by Ferran Torres in the 106th …

Spain has officially clinched their second FIFA World Cup title, defeating reigning champions Argentina with a decisive 1-0 victory in a captivating final held at MetLife Stadium in New York, New Jersey, United States, on Sunday, July 20, 2026, early morning local time. The decisive goal, scored by Ferran Torres in extra time, etched a new chapter in Spanish football …