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In early November 2025, a stand-up comedy performance from over a decade ago unexpectedly thrust prominent Indonesian comedian and public figure, Pandji Pragiwaksono, into a national firestorm. A viral clip of his 2013 special, Mesakke Bangsaku , provoked a severe backlash from the Toraja community, who deemed his material about the sacred Rambu Solo'  funeral tradition a profound insult to their ancestral culture. The controversy quickly escalated beyond social media debates

In recent weeks, commuters across major urban centers, particularly Jabodetabek, have faced an infuriating reality: many familiar private-sector gas stations (SPBU Swasta) are running on empty. Brands like Shell, BP-AKR, and Vivo  have seen their pumps dry up, with premium products such as Shell Super, Shell V-Power, Shell V-Power Nitro+, BP Ultimate, and BP 92 frequently listed as unavailable. This phenomenon is not new, having occurred repeatedly, most recently in January a

The collected texts provide an extensive overview of Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa and the economic landscape of Indonesia, focusing heavily on his role transition and policy views. Initially presented as the Chairman of the Deposit Insurance Agency (LPS) , Sadewa's main responsibilities included assuring bank liquidity and customer deposit safety , while also regularly commenting on macroeconomic stability and financial literacy . The sources prominently feature his unexpected app

These sources provide an extensive overview of the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2025 , focusing heavily on the rapid expansion and intense competition within Indonesia's electric and hybrid vehicle market. Major highlights include the debut of several new EV and hybrid models from global brands, such as the BYD Atto 1, VinFast VF 3, Chery Tiggo 9 CSH, and locally-produced models like the Toyota bZ4X and Maxus Mifa series. The texts emphasize competitive

The Two Worlds of indigenous communities : Balancing Ancestral Rights Against the Onslaught of National Development In Indonesia today, indigenous communities, or Masyarakat Adat , are simultaneously facing existential threats from large-scale development projects and experiencing breakthroughs in legal and economic recognition. This blog post explores the critical junction where tradition meets modern policy, drawing on reports from across the archipelago in 2025. ...

The sources primarily concern the ongoing, contentious revision of Indonesia's Broadcasting Law ( RUU Penyiaran ), which aims to regulate digital platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Meta to create a level playing field with conventional media. A major point of debate involves the proposal to grant the Ministry of Communication and Digital ( Komdigi ) and the Indonesian Broadcasting Commission ( KPI ) the authority to access and regulate the content recommendation algorithms

The sources provide an extensive overview of Indonesia's economic response to the global trade uncertainty triggered by US President Donald Trump's new reciprocal tariffs , which initially levied a 32% duty on Indonesian goods but were later negotiated down to 19% or temporarily delayed. These policies have prompted Indonesia to pursue high-level diplomatic negotiations with the US, aiming for a 0% tariff on strategic commodities while simultaneously seeking to diversify ex

The collected texts offer a comprehensive look at Indonesia's economic and political landscape, highlighting significant financial market volatility , particularly concerning the Indonesian Composite Index (IHSG) and the rupiah, driven by global factors like rising U.S. tariffs under the Trump administration and geopolitical tensions. A central theme is the government's establishment of the Badan Pengelola Investasi Danantara (BPI Danantara) , a sovereign wealth fund tasked

The collection of texts primarily discusses policy, regulation, and the digital economy in Indonesia , with a strong focus on taxation and e-commerce platforms like TikTok Shop, Tokopedia, and Shopee. Several sources address the government's plan to implement automatic tax collection (0.5% PPh final) from online sellers with annual turnovers between Rp500 million and Rp4.8 billion, a measure intended to create a level playing field between online and offline traders, despi

The sources provide an extensive overview of the pervasive issue of Over Dimension and Overload (ODOL) trucks in Indonesia, highlighting their significant role in causing fatal traffic accidents , severe damage to road infrastructure (costing the state trillions annually), and logistical inefficiency . Multiple government bodies, including the Ministry of Transportation (Kemenhub) , Coordinating Ministry for Infrastructure and Regional Development (AHY) , and National Polic

These sources consist of several excerpts providing information and opinions regarding the use of co-payment in insurance policies. The initial documents introduce the concept of co-payment , explaining that even after paying premiums, customers must still make additional payments during a claim, and clarifying the specific rules set by the Financial Services Authority (OJK) which mandate policyholders cover 10% of costs, up to set maximum limits. Subsequent information exp