Jakarta Offers Rp271.3 Trillion in Investment Opportunities Through Jakarta Investment Festival 2026

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — The Jakarta Provincial Government is offering investment opportunities worth Rp271.3 trillion through the 2026 Jakarta Investment Festival (JIF), aiming to attract both domestic and international investors. The figure comprises dozens of strategic projects and area development initiatives designed to drive long-term investment into the capital. The investment pipeline was unveiled by Fransisca […]

When the Rupiah Slips, Art Moves: Sales Surge at ArtMoments Jakarta 2026

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—Like two sides of a coin, the weakening of the Indonesian rupiah against the US dollar brings a dual impact on the art market. On one hand, Indonesian artworks become relatively more affordable for foreign collectors, thereby encouraging increased purchases. On the other hand, this economic condition also shapes new perspectives on art within […]

Ahead of 2026 School Holidays, Tourism Ministry Urges Safety Inspections for High-Risk Attractions

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism has urged tourism destination operators to conduct regular safety inspections and maintenance of facilities, particularly high-risk attractions, ahead of the 2026 school holiday season. The appeal was outlined in Tourism Minister Circular Letter No. SE/3/HK.01.03/MP/2026 on the Implementation of Safe, Comfortable, and Enjoyable Tourism Activities During the 2026 […]

Indonesia Targets US$2 Billion in Green Investment by 2030

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — The Indonesian government aims to mobilize US$2 billion (approximately Rp32.5 trillion) in green investment by 2030 through the Green Indonesia Future Initiative (GIFT), a partnership program launched jointly with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI). The initiative is designed to accelerate the implementation of a green economy through stronger policy frameworks, project […]

Commemorating World Environment Day, PELNI Launches Nationwide Green Programs

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com— State-owned shipping firm PT Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia (PELNI) has launched a series of environmental initiatives to mark World Environment Day, focusing on reforestation and a circular economy-based waste management system across its operational areas. PELNI’s Director of Finance and Risk Management, Anik Hidayati, said the management recognizes the critical need to balance industrial […]

Government Ensures Immigration Services Remain Uninterrupted Despite Silmy Karim Being Named a KPK Suspect

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—The government has assured that public services at the Ministry of Immigration and Corrections will continue to operate normally despite Deputy Minister of Immigration and Corrections Silmy Karim being named a suspect by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK). State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi said the government has coordinated with the Minister of Immigration and […]

Tracing Silmy Karim’s Career Before His KPK Arrest

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—The name of Silmy Karim has come under national scrutiny after the Deputy Minister of Immigration and Corrections was named a suspect and detained by Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) in an alleged corruption case involving the processing of residence permits for foreign nationals in Indonesia. Silmy is suspected of being involved in extortion […]

Profile of Dadan Hindayana, Who Was Arrested by the Attorney General’s Office

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—Dadan Hindayana has come under national scrutiny after the former head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) was detained by the Attorney General’s Office over alleged corruption in the management of the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program. Dadan became widely known to the public after being entrusted to lead the National Nutrition Agency (BGN), […]

After Surpassing Rp18,000, Rupiah Could Reach Rp25,000 per U.S. Dollar

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—After breaking through the Rp18,000 per U.S. dollar level, the Indonesian rupiah could weaken further to Rp19,000 and may even reach Rp25,000 by the end of the year if the government fails to exercise caution. Economist, Currency, and Commodities Analyst Ibrahim Assuaibi said the rupiah’s depreciation against the U.S. dollar is the result of […]

Monster Pabrik Rambut Opens in Theaters Today, Bringing Retro Fantasy Horror About Workers’ Anxiety  

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com— Monster Pabrik Rambut, a retro fantasy horror film directed by Edwin, opens simultaneously in cinemas across Indonesia on Thursday (June 4, 2026). Produced by Palari Films, the movie offers a different kind of horror experience by highlighting workers’ concerns over overtime culture and sleep deprivation, issues that are often considered normal in many […]

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