Politics

Jakarta, VIVA – The political future of prominent celebrity politicians Eko Hendro Purnomo, widely known as Eko Patrio, and Surya Utama, or Uya Kuya, remains in a state of limbo following confirmation from their party, Partai Amanat Nasional (PAN), that they are still designated as non-active members of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI). This status, which has largely …

Jakarta, Indonesia – The ambitious establishment of the Indonesia International Financial Centre (PFII) is poised to become a pivotal catalyst for the repatriation of substantial capital held abroad by Indonesian citizens, marking a significant strategic move to bolster domestic economic resilience and investment. As of Friday, July 24, 2026, the nation’s top economic policymakers are expressing strong confidence in the …

Jakarta, Indonesia – In a significant move aimed at enhancing public service efficiency and accessibility, the Indonesian government has implemented a policy enabling citizens to process a wide range of population administration documents without requiring introductory letters from neighborhood units (RT/RW) or sub-districts (kelurahan). This progressive deregulation, spearheaded by the Directorate General of Population and Civil Registration (Dukcapil) under the …

Jakarta, VIVA – The political landscape in Indonesia continues to observe the unfolding situation surrounding Eko Hendro Purnomo, widely known as Eko Patrio, and Surya Utama, famously recognized as Uya Kuya, two prominent public figures who transitioned into parliamentary roles. Both have been in a state of non-active membership within the House of Representatives (DPR RI) since early September 2025, …

President Prabowo Subianto convened a pivotal limited meeting at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on Thursday, July 23, 2026, to discuss the accelerated strengthening and expansion of the Merah Putih Village/Sub-district Cooperatives (KDKMP) and Merah Putih Fishermen Cooperatives (KNMP). This high-level gathering underscored the administration’s strategic commitment to invigorating village and coastal economies across the archipelago. The discussions particularly emphasized …

Jakarta, Indonesia – In a significant move aimed at enhancing public service delivery and simplifying citizen access to essential documents, the Indonesian government has announced that a wide array of population administration services can now be processed without the previously mandatory introductory letters from neighborhood units (RT/RW) or sub-district offices (kelurahan). This policy, spearheaded by the Directorate General of Population …

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 — The serene educational environment of Pesantren Al-Fath Jalen in Tambun Utara, Bekasi Regency, was abruptly disrupted by a contentious Land and Building Tax (PBB) bill, sparking a vocal protest from Rieke Diah Pitaloka, a prominent member of Commission VI of the House of Representatives (DPR RI) from the PDI-P faction. Pitaloka’s impassioned response, captured in …

Jakarta’s financial markets experienced a downturn on Wednesday, July 21, 2026, as both the Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG) and the Indonesian Rupiah concluded trading in negative territory. The benchmark IHSG, a barometer of investor confidence in Southeast Asia’s largest economy, closed at 6,315, marking a decline of 19.1 points, or 0.30 percent, from the previous trading session. Concurrently, the Rupiah …

Jakarta, Indonesia – Nanik Sudaryati Deyang has officially resigned from her position as the Head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN), citing health reasons that necessitate intensive medical treatment. The decision, conveyed directly to President Prabowo Subianto, marks a significant transition for the nascent agency and its crucial mandate, including the ambitious Free Nutritious Meal Program (MBG), a cornerstone initiative …

Jakarta, Indonesia – Prominent figures from the entertainment industry turned politicians, Eko Hendro Purnomo, widely known as Eko Patrio, and Surya Utama, better recognized as Uya Kuya, remain in a non-active status as members of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) representing the National Mandate Party (PAN). This confirmation, issued on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, by the party’s Deputy …