JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—Rising ingredient costs are prompting pastry chefs to adjust the products they offer to consumers. One option is to make pastries in smaller, bite-size portions that can be enjoyed as a complement to coffee. Chef Louis Tanuhadi, a pastry judge and consultant as well as President of the Indonesia Pastry and Bakery Society, said […]
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com— The government has injected Rp20 trillion into BPJS Kesehatan after the state-run social health insurance agency experienced negative cash flow. Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin said that during a limited meeting on Monday, September 28, 2026, President Prabowo Subianto instructed that BPJS Kesehatan services be improved, waiting times shortened further, and hospitals ensure […]
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — The Indonesia Financial Services Authority (OJK) reported that as of July 2026, the number of pension fund participants had reached around 30.67 million, while total pension fund assets stood at Rp1,699.99 trillion, growing 6.70% year-on-year (yoy) Indonesia’s pension fund industry continues to show growth. OJK also recorded that the ratio of pension fund […]
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — PT Aneka Tambang Tbk (Antam) has set the price of its gold bullion at Rp2,580,000 per gram on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, according to the latest Logam Mulia price update released at 8:30 a.m. WIB. Today’s Antam gold price showed a decrease compared to the first week of September. On Monday, September […]
SOUTH NIAS, Jakartaweekly.com—PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero), together with the South Nias Regency Government, is targeting KMP Hafamati HF to begin operations in October 2026 under a pioneering ferry service. The vessel will serve the Tello Island–Lasondre–Saeru–Lumbui Melayu route, covering a total distance of approximately 39 miles. General Manager of PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero) […]
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — Indonesian fashion brand EXECUTIVE has teamed up with IKAT Indonesia by Didiet Maulana for a new collection that brings traditional textile influences into contemporary everyday clothing. Called “Lines of Continuum,” the collaboration explores how elements of Indonesian weaving traditions can be translated into clothing that fits the pace of modern life, combining […]
TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com — Exports by Arta Global Partindo, a company engaged in automotive component distribution, reached around US$15 million-US$20 million as of August 2026. The company exports a range of automotive components, including genuine parts and Indonesian-made aftermarket products, to several countries. Managing Director of Arta Global Partindo Randy Hardyson said the company has been […]
TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com — PT Timur Raya Anugerah Damai, the official distributor and sole authorized importer of Japanese automotive components brand 555, said counterfeit products circulating in Indonesia have caused business losses for the company. The situation was highlighted by Jessica Kwan, Sales & Marketing Manager of PT Timur Raya Anugerah Damai, in Tangerang, Banten, during […]
TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com – HELLA has expanded its braking system product portfolio in Indonesia with the launch of Premium Ceramic brake pads for various Asian passenger vehicles. The aftermarket product was introduced at Automechanika Jakarta on September 26, 2026. Andrew Heng, Head of Product Management and Asia Pacific Regional Marketing, said the launch of the Premium Ceramic […]
TANGERANG, Jakartaweekly.com – National Transportation Safety Committee (KNKT) member Wisnu Hariadi has highlighted how the use of vehicle safety technology is not always accompanied by sufficient understanding and proper operating habits among users. Wisnu said modern vehicles are equipped with various safety technologies, including both active and passive safety systems. Active safety technologies include automatic […]