Jakarta, Indonesia
News from Jakarta
A mountain of rubbish in Indonesia has been on fire for more than a week
Environmental activists say the blaze is a symptom of the country's growing waste crisis.
July 8, 2026Founder of Asian super-app Gojek sentenced to years in jail for corruption
The case against Gojek founder Nadiem Makarim relates to a laptop deal made during his term as Indonesia's education minister.
June 30, 2026The BTS fans losing thousands as scammers cash in on comeback tour ticket war
As ticket demand outstrips supply by a ratio of 15 to one, desperate fans have become easy targets.
June 21, 2026Students in anti-Prabowo protests say Indonesia 'heading' for bankruptcy - Reuters
Students in anti-Prabowo protests say Indonesia 'heading' for bankruptcy Reuters
June 12, 2026Indonesian students protest against state spending, fuel price hike
The protesters warn wasteful government spending risks driving the country into bankruptcy.
June 12, 2026Prabowo's populist policies propel a 'doom-loop' in Indonesian markets - Reuters
Prabowo's populist policies propel a 'doom-loop' in Indonesian markets Reuters
June 8, 2026Dollar scales two-month peak as Fed hike bets ramp up - Reuters
Dollar scales two-month peak as Fed hike bets ramp up Reuters
June 8, 2026More than 300 foreigners arrested in Jakarta raid on online gambling operation - Reuters
More than 300 foreigners arrested in Jakarta raid on online gambling operation Reuters
May 9, 2026At least four killed and dozens injured in Indonesia train crash
Officials say a commuter train and a long-distance train collided on the outskirts of Jakarta on Monday.
April 27, 2026Iran will continue to defend itself against aggression, ambassador to UK says
Seyed Ali Mousavi tells Laura Kuenssberg Iran's response depends on the actions of the US and Israel.
March 7, 2026Indonesia to file suspension of concessions against EU on palm oil dispute in WTO - Reuters
Indonesia to file suspension of concessions against EU on palm oil dispute in WTO Reuters
March 7, 2026Indonesia to ban social media and other online platforms for under 16s
It is the latest country to curb young people's access to digital spaces to try and protect them from abuse.
March 6, 2026Indonesia says will withdraw from Board of Peace if it does not benefit Palestinians - Reuters
Indonesia says will withdraw from Board of Peace if it does not benefit Palestinians Reuters
March 6, 2026Indonesia gives Meta 'stern warning' over disinformation - Reuters
Indonesia gives Meta 'stern warning' over disinformation Reuters
March 5, 2026Iran war threatens Asia fertiliser supplies ahead of planting season - Reuters
Iran war threatens Asia fertiliser supplies ahead of planting season Reuters
March 5, 2026Pentagon sought fresh supply of 13 critical minerals day before Iran attack - Reuters
Pentagon sought fresh supply of 13 critical minerals day before Iran attack Reuters
March 4, 2026France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies
Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France's nuclear umbrella - but that Paris would retain sole decision-making power.
March 2, 2026Indonesia president says ready to face all possibilities after US Supreme Court rejects Trump's global tariffs - Reuters
Indonesia president says ready to face all possibilities after US Supreme Court rejects Trump's global tariffs Reuters
February 21, 2026Asian economies weigh impact of fresh Trump tariff moves, confusion - Reuters
Asian economies weigh impact of fresh Trump tariff moves, confusion Reuters
February 21, 2026US and Indonesia finalise deal to cut tariffs to 19%
Washington will set a 19% tariff on most Indonesian goods in exchange for lower trade barriers for US goods
February 20, 2026Indonesia secures 19% tariff deal with US, palm oil and other commodities exempt - Reuters
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February 20, 2026