Indonesian National News

The operational efficiency of any modern military is intrinsically linked to the caliber of its leadership. A well-oiled defense machine, with its myriad moving parts, relies fundamentally on the strategic direction and ethical guidance provided by its officers. These leaders, tasked with commanding and orienting forces in the most effective manner, are predominantly shaped within the hallowed halls of elite …

TANGERANG SELATAN – Universitas Nusa Mandiri (UNM), recognized as a leading Digital Business Campus, continues its steadfast commitment to driving technological innovations that yield tangible benefits for society. Demonstrating this dedication, a team of lecturers from UNM, under the auspices of the DPPM Kemendiktisaintek Community Service Grant Program for the 2026 fiscal year, successfully conducted a comprehensive socialization and training …

Indonesia National Team Head Coach John Herdman has offered candid insights into the potential contributions of three Bali United players – Jens Raven, Tim Geypens, and Kadek Agung – suggesting they could become pivotal figures for the Garuda squad in the upcoming AFF Cup 2026. This evaluation comes amidst an intensive training camp conducted at the state-of-the-art Bali United Training …

The Houthi movement, officially known as Ansarullah, has issued a stark warning through a senior official, Hizam al-Assad, threatening to target all Saudi oil and vital facilities with missiles and drones should Saudi Arabia launch what the group terms a "comprehensive aggression" against Yemen. This ominous declaration, made public on Saturday morning via the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), …

Jakarta, VIVA – Indonesia’s robust investment realization of Rp1,010.6 trillion (approximately USD 65.5 billion at prevailing exchange rates) during the first half of 2026 underscores the nation’s enduring appeal as a prime investment destination, even amidst a landscape of persistent global economic uncertainty. This impressive figure, representing 49.5 percent of the government’s ambitious annual investment target, reflects a resilient domestic …

BANDUNG BARAT – Regent of Bandung Barat, Jeje Ritchie Ismail, has articulated a bold vision for rural economic revitalization, positioning the Koperasi Desa Merah Putih (KDMP) as a pivotal engine for community self-reliance. Speaking on Thursday, July 16, 2026, after attending the National Seminar on Merah Putih Village/Urban Village Cooperatives at Gedung Sasana Kriya, Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII), Jakarta …

Jakarta, VIVA – In a landmark declaration underscoring Indonesia’s unwavering commitment to energy independence, President Prabowo Subianto announced that the nation has successfully ceased all solar (diesel) imports since July 2026. This pivotal achievement is attributed to the successful development and nationwide implementation of B50, a revolutionary diesel fuel containing 50 percent palm oil-based biodiesel. The announcement, made during his …

Amidst a challenging global economic landscape marked by pervasive negative sentiment and often dire predictions from some domestic analysts, a significant wave of optimism has swept through Indonesia’s economic discourse. This renewed confidence stems directly from the recent affirmation by S&P Global Ratings (S&P) of Indonesia’s positive fiscal condition with a stable outlook. Building on this international validation, former Indonesian …

President Prabowo Subianto delivered a resounding message of accountability and integrity on Friday, July 17, 2026, unequivocally stating that his administration would exhibit zero tolerance for any official found misusing public trust or implementing policies detrimental to the welfare of the Indonesian people. The President’s strong directive was issued during a significant nationwide harvest festival, or ‘Panen Raya,’ an event …

Cianjur, West Java – In a significant address marking the 349th anniversary of Cianjur Regency, West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi, affectionately known as KDM, delivered a powerful message emphasizing the critical importance of human resource development through education and robust infrastructure. The Governor attended the Special Plenary Meeting of the Cianjur Regency Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) on Sunday, July …