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Prabowo Awards National Hero Titles to 19 Figures, Including His Grandfather
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com—Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has awarded the country’s highest national honor to 19 historical figures in recognition of their contributions to the nation. The ceremony was held at the State Palace in Central Jakarta on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, coinciding with Indonesia’s National Heroes Day. The awards were granted under Presidential Decree No. 93/TK/2026 […]
Gibran Expresses Intention to Resign as Vice President, Prabowo Does Not Reject It
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com— Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has expressed his intention to resign from office to President Prabowo Subianto. Gibran conveyed his intention during a meeting with Prabowo at the Presidential Palace on Tuesday (November 10, 2026). State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi confirmed that the President and Vice President had held a meeting lasting approximately […]
5 Ways to Commemorate Heroes Day in Jakarta, From Kalibata to Monas
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com— Jakarta offers several historical destinations for people who want to commemorate Indonesia’s Heroes Day on November 10. From paying tribute at a national heroes cemetery to exploring museums documenting the country’s independence movement, these places provide opportunities to learn about Indonesia’s history. Heroes Day commemorates the Battle of Surabaya on November 10, 1945, […]
GAIKINDO Auto Week 2026 Brings Test Drives and Diecast Competitions to 10 Cities
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com— Permata Bank GAIKINDO Auto Week (GAW) 2026 will feature a range of automotive programs, entertainment, and family activities across 10 cities in Indonesia. The exhibition will not only offer visitors opportunities to purchase new vehicles with year-end promotions but also provide various interactive activities. GAIKINDO Chairman Putu Juli Ardika said the 10-city event […]
Art Exhibition Brings Together Ancestral Knowledge, Technology and Nature
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com— Petruk is widely known as one of the punakawan, the clown-servants in traditional Javanese wayang (puppet theatre). The character is closely associated with traditional stories passed down from one generation to the next. At an art exhibition at FX Sudirman in Jakarta, however, Petruk appears in an unusual form. The figure is bright […]
Who is Ahrie Sonta, and What is His Alleged Involvement in Illegal Wiretaping?
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com—Inspector General of Police (Irjen) Ahrie Sonta Nasution is one of three police generals named as suspects in an alleged illegal wiretapping case targeting President Prabowo Subianto, state officials, political figures, media organizations, community organization leaders, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and businesspeople. Ahrie’s name is relatively familiar within President Prabowo Subianto’s circle. In October 2024, […]
Ariyo Windutomo Appointed Acting Presidential Chief of Staff, Replacing Listyo Sigit
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com—State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi announced that President Prabowo Subianto had appointed Lieutenant General (Lt. Gen.) Ariyo Windutomo as Acting Presidential Chief of Staff, replacing Listyo Sigit Prabowo. With the announcement, Prabowo officially dismissed Listyo Sigit Prabowo from his position as Presidential Chief of Staff. Prasetyo made the announcement on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. […]
StartMoments Jakarta 2026 Brings Together 130 Artists and 68 Exhibitors
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com — StartMoments Jakarta 2026 is bringing together 130 artists and 68 exhibitors for its inaugural edition, taking place from November 5 to 8, 2026, at Ciputra World 2 Jakarta, South Jakarta. The event brings art, fashion, food and beverages, design, and lifestyle together on a single platform. Sendy Widjaja, Founder and Fair Director […]
CCEP Indonesia Commissions 1.4 MWp Rooftop Solar Power Plant at Bekasi-2 Facility
BEKASI, JakartaWeekly.com — Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Indonesia (CCEP Indonesia) has commissioned a 1.4-megawatt peak (MWp) rooftop solar power plant at its Bekasi-2 production facility. The installation, inaugurated on November 4, 2026, is projected to help reduce emissions by up to 1.89 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO₂e) annually. Dhedy Adi Nugroho, Public Affairs, Communications & […]
MBG Program Spending Reaches Rp153.2 Trillion in Q3 2026
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com—Finance Minister Suahasil Nazara explained that spending on the Free Nutritious Meals (Makan Bergizi Gratis/MBG) program had reached Rp153.2 trillion, covering 57 million beneficiaries. The funds were distributed through approximately 27,485 Nutrition Fulfillment Service Units (SPPGs). According to data from the September 2026 APBN KiTa report, MBG spending accounted for 70.03% of the Rp218.77 […]
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