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BI Launched KKI, Could Strengthen Indonesia’s Domestic Payment System, Expert Says
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — The launch of Kartu Kredit Indonesia (KKI), Indonesia’s domestic credit card scheme, is seen as having the potential to strengthen the country’s independence in its domestic payment system. However, the success of the domestic payment instrument will depend largely on the economic benefits it offers to consumers and businesses. Permata Bank Chief […]
BEM UI Holds Protest at Bundaran HI a Day After Indonesia’s Independence Day
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—A day after Indonesia marked its 81st Independence Day, the University of Indonesia Student Executive Board (BEM UI) held a protest at Bundaran HI in Jakarta on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. The demonstration, known as #MerebutKemerdekaan, was aimed at voicing concerns over issues the students say are worsening people’s lives. BEM UI promoted the […]
Merdeka Night in Jakarta Brings Together 3,000 Creative Talents & 1,500 Drones
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com— The Indonesian government is staging a series of creative and technology-driven performances as part of the 81st Anniversary of Indonesia’s Independence through the Merdeka Night program, held from the National Monument (Monas) area to the Hotel Indonesia (HI) Roundabout in Jakarta on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026. Minister of Creative Economy and Head of […]
Prabowo Announced 10 New Policies, from Healthcare to Energy in 2027
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com–President Prabowo announced 10 new policies under the 2027 Draft State Budget (RAPBN 2027) during his speech on the 2027 State Budget Bill and Financial Note at the House of Representatives (DPR RI) on Friday, August 14, 2026. The 10 new policies are part of Prabowo Subianto’s agenda to transform Indonesia. 1. Renovating 10,000 […]
Antam Gold Prices, Today, August 17, 2026
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — PT Aneka Tambang Tbk (Antam) has set the price of its gold bullion at Rp2,675,000 per gram on Monday (August 17, 2026), according to the latest Logam Mulia price update released at 8:30 a.m. WIB. Today’s Antam gold price showed a decline compared with the previous week. On Monday, August 10, Antam […]
Pramono Reaffirms Commitment to an Inclusive Jakarta on Independence Day
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung marked Indonesia’s 81st Independence Day by reaffirming the Jakarta Provincial Government’s commitment to building a more progressive and inclusive city, with a focus on economic growth, human development, public services, infrastructure, and equitable access to opportunities.
Creative Economy Minister Eyes Regions as New Engines of 6% Growth
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com— Minister of Creative Economy/Head of the Creative Economy Agency Teuku Riefky Harsya is encouraging the potential of the creative economy in regions across Indonesia to be developed into a new economic force to support the national economic growth target of 6 percent in 2027. “Rindekraf provides clear direction for developing the creative economy […]
7 Legendary Games Celebrated on Indonesia’s Independence Day
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—Indonesia marks its Independence Day every August 17 with celebrations across the country. Alongside flag ceremonies and community gatherings, traditional games bring children and adults together in a festive atmosphere. The celebrations will once again take place on August 17, 2026, marking the 81st anniversary of Indonesia’s independence. In neighborhoods, schools, offices and youth […]
PELNI Offers Free Transport for NTT Earthquake Relief Aid
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—PT Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia (Persero), or PELNI, is offering free transportation for humanitarian aid to people affected by the earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). Hana Suhardi, PELNI’s Director of Freight and Sea Toll Transportation and chair of the company’s NTT Relief Aid Post, said individuals, organizations, communities and institutions can send relief supplies […]
Expert Says Prabowo’s 2027 Economic Growth Target is Too Optimistic
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—CELIOS Digital Economy Director Nailul Huda said the 2027 economic growth target in the 2027 Draft State Budget (RAPBN 2027), presented by President Prabowo Subianto last Friday, was overly optimistic, particularly as the government is targeting Indonesia’s economic growth to reach 6% in 2027. “I consider the 6% economic growth target too optimistic amid […]
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