On February 18, Indonesian delegates were hosted by the US Chamber of Commerce to seal the final trade deal between the two countries valued at around US$38.4 billion.
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Navy Chief: Indonesia to receive first aircraft carrier this year
On February 12, the Indonesian Navy Chief Adm. Muhammad Ali announced that the government is currently in talks with Italy regarding the possible acquisition of Indonesia’s first aircraft carrier, the currently Italian-operated Giuseppe Garibaldi.
Indonesian President defends security forces involvement in food security scheme
Indonesian President, Prabowo Subianto during the inauguration of the Police-run Food Security Unit on February 13, 2026. (Tempo) Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto addressed criticism over […]
Indonesia to station thousands of troops in Gaza
Indonesian troops conduct live hoist training during Exercise Super Garuda Shield in Baturaja, showcasing joint military readiness with the United States and strengthening regional defense […]
Indonesia steps up education recovery following North Sumatra disaster
Indonesia is accelerating the rehabilitation of schools in three disaster-hit provinces in Sumatra to restore normal learning activities.
Indonesia to expand free nutritious meals programme for the elderly
Indonesia’s Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf has announced plans on February 5 to expand the Free Nutritious Meals programme to reach up to 400,000 elderly citizens and around 36,000 people with disabilities this year.
Indonesia inks joint security treaty with Australia
Indonesia and Australia strengthened bilateral ties on February 6 by signing a joint security treaty at Istana Merdeka in Jakarta.
Indonesian President holds consultations amid debate over US-backed Board of Peace
On February 3–4, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto met with Muslim mass organisation leaders including Nahdlatul Ulama, Muhammadiyah and Majelis Ulama Islam, following public outroar over Indonesia’s accession to the US-backed Board of Peace.
Indonesia pledges capital-market reforms after US$80 billion stock market fall
Indonesia’s stock market recorded its worst decline since the 1997–98 crisis, wiping out over US$80 billion in value.
Indonesian oil tycoon declared fugitive by Interpol
On January 23, Interpol issued a red notice warrant for Mohammad Riza Chalid following his corruption case involving the manipulation of crude oil and fuel import arrangements at Indonesia’s state energy firm Pertamina, which authorities say caused significant losses to the state through inflated prices and illicit gains.