Indonesia

Indonesian ministers map out scope of joint task force with Singapore to fight forest fires

Indonesian Foreign Minister Arrmanatha Nasir (2nd from left) chaired the Nov 3 coordination meeting, which discussed preparations for the task force with Singapore.

Prabowo sacks chief of staff Listyo over alleged wiretapping, palace says case may border on ‘treason’

Listyo Sigit Prabowo, pictured in Jakarta on Nov 4, 2023. Under Indonesian law, makar covers attempts on the life or liberty of the president and efforts to overthrow the government, among other things.

Former Indonesian president Yudhoyono calls for ‘civilised politics’ after police wiretapping scandal

Former Indonesian president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono’s comments come after the National Police named three police generals as suspects in an alleged scheme to illegally wiretap Prabowo and several other government officials and civil society leaders.

Indonesia regulator announces sanctions for alleged stock market violations

The regulator also penalised a securities dealer for falsifying customer portfolio reports and executing stock sales without customer instructions.

Fire-ravaged regions in Indonesia face rising flood threat

The warning comes after months of drought and widespread forest and peatland fires, fuelled by prolonged dry conditions under the influence of El Nino.

Indonesia arrests ex-police chief Listyo for alleged wiretapping of Prabowo

Former police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo was named Presidential Chief of Staff on Oct 1.

Indonesia will not export electricity to Singapore unless price is right, says Bahlil

Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said Indonesia would prioritise domestic electricity needs if its pricing terms were not met.

Indonesia court voids V-P Gibran’s high-school equivalency document

Indonesia’s Supreme Court invalidated a high-school equivalency certificate submitted by Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka as part of his candidacy in the 2024 election.

Johor now popular destination for Indonesian tourists, with 1.5 million visits in 2025

About 1.5 million Indonesians visited Johor in 2025.

An ASEAN Haze Fund could discourage deforestation

Firefighters in Sematang Borang on the outskirts of Palembang, South Sumatra, on Oct 15.

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