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Antara News — English is a news outlet based in Indonesia that covers national and international news, including politics, crime, science, and education. It reports on developments such as graft investigations, law enforcement actions, and government initiatives.
- 36 stories today
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- Top beat: Business
- Tracked since 2026
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Today’s stories
- Indonesia probes illegal cigarette smuggling networkIndonesian authorities are investigating a large-scale cigarette smuggling operation that involved 8.26 million illegal cigarettes intercepted at the Merak-Bakauheni ferry crossing, with a suspect arrested and the case now under police investigation.
- Indonesia targets wushu gold at Asian Games, prepares young athletesIndonesia aims to win a gold medal in wushu at the 2026 Asian Games and has started developing young athletes for future competitions.
- BNPP, Malaka discuss border free trade zone with Timor LesteIndonesia's BNPP and Malaka District lawmakers discussed creating a free trade zone with Timor Leste to boost economic growth and employment in border areas, requiring bilateral agreements and studies for implementation.
- Indonesia to host international women police conference in BaliIndonesia will host the International Association of Women Police conference in Bali from September 20-24, 2026, featuring cultural exchanges, environmental activities, and efforts to strengthen international cooperation among women police officers.
- BI records US$1.06 billion foreign capital inflows after rate hikeForeign capital inflows of US$1.06 billion into Indonesian financial instruments followed a central bank rate hike, strengthening the rupiah.
- Prabowo called Dutch PM discuss economic partnership, Hormuz StraitIndonesia's President Prabowo Subianto discussed economic partnership and regional security with Netherlands' PM Rob Jetten during a phone call.
- Papuan students thank Prabowo for school upgrades, free meal programPapuan students expressed gratitude to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto for school improvements and the Free Nutritious Meals program through a handwritten letter. The students highlighted the positive impact of new facilities on their learning environment and sanitation. The letter was delivered by the Education Minister to Prabowo at the Merdeka Palace.
- Indonesia, Australia strengthen research, higher education cooperationIndonesia and Australia are strengthening their cooperation in research and higher education to support sustainable development and innovation.
- Social forestry strategic pillar for economic justice: MinistryThe Indonesian Ministry of Forestry emphasizes social forestry as a strategic pillar for economic justice, aiming to provide legal access to 60,000 hectares of forest land by 2026 and support community groups through various initiatives.
- East Java, St Petersburg explore shipbuilding, health cooperationEast Java and Saint Petersburg explored cooperation in shipbuilding, health, and digital technology, focusing on hydrofoil vessels and cancer center development.
- Indonesia, Romania seek deeper cooperation in science, innovationIndonesia and Romania aim to enhance cooperation in science, innovation, and higher education through a potential memorandum of understanding.
- Indonesia, South Korea seek stronger creative economy cooperationIndonesia and South Korea discussed enhancing cooperation in the creative economy sector, aiming to promote collaboration in areas like co-production and technology-based projects.
- Mt. Lewotobi Laki-laki erupts five times, spews ash up to 1,000 metersMount Lewotobi Laki-laki erupted five times on Friday, sending ash plumes up to 1,000 meters high. Authorities issued warnings for residents and visitors to stay away from the eruption area and take precautions against volcanic ash and potential lava floods.
- Indonesia foils illegal trade of 100 Papuan endemic animalsIndonesia's authorities intercepted 100 protected Papuan endemic animals during an operation at Jakarta's Tanjung Priok Port, with the animals now under care and investigations ongoing into the illegal trade network.
- Indonesia's textile industry remains resilient amid rupiah weaknessIndonesia's textile industry shows resilience against rupiah weakness and market volatility, with government support and export opportunities.