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KAI Commuter Reroutes Bogor Commuter Line Services After Train Derails

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—PT Kereta Commuter Indonesia has adjusted the operating pattern of Bogor Commuter Line services to minimize delays after Commuter Line No. 1203 on the Bogor-Jakarta route derailed at Jakarta Kota Station on Friday morning (Sept. 4). The operational adjustment affects Bogor Commuter Line services along the Jakarta Kota-Manggarai route. Some services are temporarily terminating […]

Automechanika Jakarta Launches Fringe Programme to Boost Automotive Ecosystem

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — Automechanika Jakarta 2026 will feature a series of supporting events, or fringe programmes, designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and global connections of Indonesia’s automotive industry players. Fiona Chiew, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, said the programmes were prepared as Indonesia continues to play a growing role in the regional […]

5 Best MICE in Jakarta for Large-Scale Events

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions, or MICE, have become an important part of Indonesia’s tourism and creative economy. Beyond business gatherings, the industry creates spaces for ideas, cultural exchange, networking and new opportunities. Indonesia’s MICE sector continues to grow as demand for professional event spaces increases. Strong infrastructure, diverse cultures, local cuisine and tourism […]

Pramono Pushes EMV Contactless Payment Across Public Transport

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung wants contactless credit card payments, or EMV Contactless, to be expanded beyond MRT Jakarta to include LRT Jakarta, Transjakarta, Transjabodetabek, and the government-built LRT network. The Jakarta governor officially launched the EMV Contactless ticket payment system for MRT Jakarta at Bundaran HI Station in Central Jakarta on Wednesday, […]

How a Morning Dispute Escalated Into a Deadly Clash in Matraman, Central Jakarta

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—What began as a seemingly minor dispute near a street food cart in Central Jakarta spiralled into a deadly neighbourhood clash that left one person dead, several others injured and dozens of police officers deployed to restore order. The violence erupted on Sunday morning in the Menteng district, with the confrontation spreading from a […]

EDRR Indonesia 2026 to Showcase Global Disaster Mitigation Technologies in Jakarta

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — The international Emergency Disaster Reduction & Rescue (EDRR) Expo Indonesia 2026 will return on August 12–14, 2026, at Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran, Jakarta, featuring a wide range of advanced disaster mitigation and emergency response technologies. Fiona Bai, Vice President of Shanghai International Exhibition (Group) Co. Ltd (SIEC)–CPIT Shanghai, said international collaboration […]

Jakarta Marks 499th Anniversary with New 3 Initiatives

Jakarta will celebrate its 499th anniversary with the inauguration of new transport infrastructure, urban revitalization projects, and environmental initiatives, underscoring the city's ambition to become a more connected, sustainable, and globally competitive metropolis ahead of its 500th birthday next year.

BW Express Jakarta: Corporate Gathering & Batavia Feast

Jakarta – Jakartaweekly.com. BW Express Jakarta hosted its Corporate Gathering 2026 to strengthen bonds and build synergy with its loyal clients and business partners. This warm, collaborative event welcomed company representatives and key stakeholders who have supported the hotel’s continuous growth. The gathering served as a dedicated platform to express gratitude and introduce upcoming innovations […]

How Much Does Jakarta Spend to Keep TransJakarta Affordable?

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — The debate over a potential fare increase for the Transjabodetabek, has resurfaced in recent weeks. Jakarta’s provincial government has explained that the main considerations behind the proposal are the continuous expansion of the network over the past few years and the growing subsidy burden, which has now exceeded Rp9,000 per passenger. For […]

Two Jakarta-Owned Enterprises Report Losses Throughout 2025

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—Two Jakarta-owned regional enterprises (BUMDs) operating in the food and property sectors reported losses throughout 2025. The companies are PT Food Station Tjipinang Jaya and PT Jakarta Propertindo (Jakpro).  Stagnant economic growth, climate-related challenges, and rising geopolitical tensions emerged as key headwinds affecting the performance of both companies. Climate-related distruptions, for instance, drove rice […]

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