On September 7, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto called for a significant increase in the budget for disaster mitigation as the government reviews its preparedness following an earthquake in Flores, volcanic activity at Mount Anak Krakatau and forest and land fires in several provinces.
Category: Indonesia
Indonesia’s Student Protest in Yogyakarta Turns Violent, Six Injured
Hundreds of students gathered at the Gramedia Four-Way Intersection on Jalan Jenderal Sudirman in Yogyakarta, Indonesia on September 1, 2026, in a demonstration that began peacefully in the afternoon but turned violent by nightfall after clashes with a civilian group.
Flights Remain Halted and Carriers Face Operational Burden Despite Moderating Anak Krakatau Eruption
The relentless 25-hour eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau has reportedly eased, but Indonesia’s Centre for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation (PVMBG) continues to maintain the volcanic activity at a “Level 3 Alert”. Aviation at the country’s busiest airport remained suspended until September 7.
Indonesia Pushes to Double Trade with Russia Ahead of 2027 Free Trade Pact
Ahead of the Indonesia-Eurasian Economic Union Free Trade Agreement (I-EAEU FTA) implementation scheduled for 2027, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto proposed that the two biggest nations of the bloc, Indonesia and Russia, double their trade volume.
Indonesia’s Mount Anak Krakatau Eruption Continues, Public Urged to Stay Alert
On 5 September, volcanic activity at Mount Anak Krakatau in South Lampung, Lampung, continued following a sustained eruption that began at 11.07 pm local time on the previous day. Loud bangs and rumbling sounds were reported from the volcano observation post in Pasauran.
FPCI Welcomes Indonesia’s 100 GWp Solar Programme, Calls for Clearer Regulations
Indonesia’s plan to develop 100 GWp of solar power has received backing from the Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia (FPCI), Indonesia’s largest foreign policy non-governmental organisation, following President Prabowo Subianto’s groundbreaking ceremony on August 25, 2026. FPCI said the event demonstrated the Government’s determination to place solar energy at the centre of Indonesia’s future electricity strategy.
Indonesia Seeks to Optimise Halal Value Chain to Boost Economic Growth
Value chain optimisation is the key to tapping into the halal industry’s potential, Head of the Halal Product Assurance Organising Agency (BPJPH) Ahmad Haikal Hasan affirmed during a public forum themed “Halal Industry: The Future of Indonesia’s Industry and Economy” on August 24.
Deadline Set for Indonesia’s Asset Forfeiture Bill As Thousands Rally at Parliament
Indonesian authorities deployed more than 18,500 security personnel across capital Jakarta on August 27 as thousands of demonstrators gathered outside the House of Representatives (DPR) in the district of Senayan, demanding lawmakers pass a long-stalled bill allowing the state to seize the assets of corruption convicts.
Indonesia Advances Giuseppe Garibaldi Transfer Ahead of TNI Anniversary Debut
Indonesia’s newly acquired aircraft carrier, the ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi, is expected to make its debut as KRI Gajah Mada during celebrations marking the 81st anniversary of the Indonesian National Defense Forces (TNI) in October 2026.
Growth, Stability and Synergisation Pledged by Indonesia’s Central Bank Governor Nominee
The sole gubernatorial candidate, Destry Damayanti, presented her vision for leading Bank Indonesia (BI) on August 26, pledging to support economic growth and job creation while firmly maintaining the central bank’s independence.