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 […]
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), […]
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 […]
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 […]
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com —The Indonesia National Air Carriers Association (INACA) has launched the Indonesia Aviation Outlook 2026 in Jakarta on Wednesday (June 3, 2026). The annual publication contains projections, analyses, and recommendations regarding the development of Indonesia’s aviation industry and the challenges the sector is expected to face in the years ahead. INACA Chairman Denon Prawiraatmadja […]
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — Audi Indonesia has released the latest teaser of a new vehicle that is set to be launched in the Indonesian market in the near future. Based on the silhouette revealed in the teaser, the upcoming model appears to feature a bold and distinctive design. Edo Januarko Chandra, Chief Operating Officer of Audi […]
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com— Rising food prices remained the primary driver of Indonesia’s inflationary pressures in May 2026. Data released by the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) showed that food inflation reached 5.88% year-on-year (y-o-y), nearly double the national inflation rate of 3.08%. BPS data showed that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased from 108.07 in May 2025 […]
HAMBURG, Jakartaweekly.com—Korean Register (KR) is accelerating its European business expansion strategy by establishing the North Europe Committee (KRNEC) and hosting a technical seminar in Hamburg, Germany. KR Chairman & CEO Lee Yongsok stated that deepening engagement with partners in key regions has been one of his top priorities since taking the helm of the company […]
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—Actress Adhisty Zara has announced her marriage to Abdullah Tsaqib. The Dua Garis Biru star wore an ensemble that beautifully fused sacred traditions with a touch of modernity. “Finally able to share this happy news that we’ve been keeping to ourselves. Starting a new chapter of life together,” the actress wrote. In the photos […]
MAGELANG, Jakartaweekly.com—The celebration of the Three Holy Days of Vesak 2570 Buddhist Era (BE) at the Borobudur Temple compounds in Magelang, Central Java, has proven to be more than just a spiritual milestone for Buddhists. The annual event has once again delivered a significant boost to the regional tourism sector and the local economy. The […]
