Indonesia, China agree to bolster ties ahead of ASEAN summit – Asia & Pacific

hinese Premier Li Qiang warned on Sunday that the rise of “unilateralism and protectionism” could threaten the global economic and trade order, as he  reaffirmed Beijing’s ties with Jakarta on Sunday during his visit to Indonesia ahead of a regional summit in Kuala Lumpur. “Unilateralism and protectionism are on the rise globally, posing a serious … Read more

China’s premier says China and Indonesia will promote ‘true multilateralism’ – Asia & Pacific

hina’s Premier Li Qiang said on Saturday that China and Indonesia will promote “true multilateralism”, the official Xinhua news agency reported, as he landed in Jakarta on a two-day visit to Southeast Asia’s largest economy. China has intensified engagement with countries in the region since US President Donald Trump announced hefty import tariffs on… Source … Read more

Prabowo Urged to Appoint Special Envoy to Tackle Papua Conflict

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The Papua Peace Network urges President Prabowo Subianto to appoint a special envoy to establish a communication channel with the Free Papua Movement (OPM) and all conflicting parties in Papua. Spokesperson for the Papua Peace Network, Yan Christian Warinussy, said that the government has been reluctant to communicate with the Papua separatist … Read more

Prabowo Asks Cabinet Ministers to Be Careful with Public Statements

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – President Prabowo Subianto has advised ministers in his Red and White Cabinet to refrain from making public comments that could incite controversy or discomfort. According to State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi, the President has urged the ministers to be careful in their public remarks. “Ministers are also asked to speak in a … Read more

Bahlil Lahadalia on Reshuffle Rumors: President’s Decision

Presidential Prerogative: Speculation Surrounds Potential Cabinet changes Table of Contents Presidential Prerogative: Speculation Surrounds Potential Cabinet changes Performance Under Scrutiny & Emerging Dynamics Maintaining Stability Amidst Transition Bahlil Lahadalia on Reshuffle Rumors: President’s Decision and Investment Implications Understanding the Reshuffle Rumors Context Bahlil Lahadalia’s Perspective: stability and Investment Assurance Potential Impact of a reshuffle on … Read more

Bahlil Lahadalia Responds to Reshuffle Rumors: ‘It’s the President’s Prerogative’

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia stated that decisions regarding a cabinet reshuffle fall entirely under the authority of President Prabowo Subianto. He urged the public not to speculate about the possibility of any changes. “Let’s not act beyond our authority. The authority all lies in the president’s prerogative,” said … Read more

From Sukarno to Prabowo: The Evolution of Indonesia’s Presidential Aircraft

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesia’s presidential aircraft, A-001, has recently undergone a visual transformation. The aircraft now features a white livery accented by a long red stripe. This refreshed design and color scheme garnered attention during President Prabowo‘s visit to Brunei Darussalam on May 16, 2025, when the aircraft was seen parked alongside the PK-GRD presidential aircraft … Read more

Energy Minister to Evaluate Stalled Oil and Gas Projects in Indonesia

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Bahlil Lahadalia, the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), has pointed out that several oil and gas development areas, though approved, are not being used. As a result, he noted, Indonesia’s potential for oil and gas production is not being fully achieved. “There are still many areas around the oil and … Read more

Civil Coalition Rejects Govt History Rewrite

Archyde: Latest World News, Economy, Entertainment, Health, Technology & Sports Updates Rewriting Indonesian History: A Battle for National Narrative A storm is brewing over the potential rewriting of Indonesian history. Accusations of political maneuvering and concerns about whitewashing the past have ignited a fierce debate among historians, activists, and politicians. This controversy highlights the delicate … Read more

Prabowo to Meet Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn and PM Paetongtarn

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is set to meet with Thailand‘s King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra in Thailand on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Prabowo arrived in Bangkok, Thailand, on Saturday night, May 17, 2025. Quoted from the official statement by the President’s Secretariat Press, Media, and Information Bureau, the … Read more