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Food Inflation Outpaces Headline Rate as Indonesia’s May Inflation Accelerates to 3.08%
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 […]
KR Boosts European Expansion with Launch of North Europe Maritime Committee in Hamburg
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 […]
Adhisty Zara and Abdullah Tsaqib Tie the Knot in a Stunning Blend of Tradition and Modernity
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 […]
Southeast Asian Angel Investors Shift from Hypergrowth to Sustainable Startups
Angel investor Elisabeth Kurniawan believes the tech winter has not eliminated startup opportunities in Indonesia and Southeast Asia—it has simply made investors more disciplined. As capital shifts toward sustainable business models, founders with strong execution, proven demand, and customer retention strategies are increasingly attracting investor attention.
Borobudur’s Vesak Celebration Drives Local Tourism, Economic Boost
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 […]
Prabowo: Indonesia’s Economy Must Not Be Driven Solely by Statistical Indicators
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — President Prabowo Subianto said Indonesia’s economic development should not be driven solely by economic growth and statistical indicators, stressing that the success of development must be measured by the extent to which its benefits are directly felt by the people. Speaking at the commemoration of Pancasila Day, Prabowo said economic development should […]
Jakarta Sinks: Lenteng Agung Road Collapses, Triggering Huge Jams
A major road collapse in Lenteng Agung has reduced a vital Jakarta-Depok artery to just one lane, causing massive traffic gridlocks and forcing immediate emergency repairs and detours.
Starting Today, ASDP Launches Trial Port Area Sterilization at Merak-Bakauheni
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero) began a trial implementation of port area sterilization at Merak and Bakauheni Ports on Monday (June 1, 2026). The policy will tighten supervision of vehicles, personnel, and various operational activities within the port areas before being fully implemented on June 15, 2026. ASDP President Director Heru Widodo said that […]
ECB Appoints Three New Directors General
FRANKFURT, Jakartaweekly.com—The European Central Bank (ECB) has appointed three new Directors General to fill senior leadership positions within the institution. According to the ECB’s official website, the new appointments include Roland Straub as Director General Monetary Policy, Christophe Kamps as Director General International and European Relations, and Petra Senkovic as Director General Legal Services. In […]
Ahead of June 2026 FOMC Meeting, Bowman Signals the Fed May Not Need to Change Interest Rates Yet
REYKJAVIK, Jakartaweekly.com — Federal Reserve Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle W. Bowman indicated that the U.S. central bank may still have room to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged ahead of the next Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting in mid-June 2026. Speaking at the Reykjavík Economic Conference 2026 in Iceland on Friday (May 29, […]
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