ANTARA News
February 2026
BGN ensures 93 pct of budget reaches regional MBG kitchens
Around 93 percent of the Rp268 trillion is used for government assistance for nutritious meals. Therefore, almost Rp240 trillion (US$13,9 billion) is used for government intervention,
Fadli Zon proposes bilateral cultural program for Indonesia, Uruguay
This strategic dialogue between Uruguay and Indonesia is crucial for strengthening bilateral relations through the advancement of culture in both countries. We are delighted to continue collaboration across various sectors and building people-to-people contact between Uruguay and Indonesia,
We warmly welcome bilateral cooperation between Indonesia and Uruguay, particularly in the field of culture. As a follow-up, we can initiate a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for various important cooperation,
We strongly support cultural activists participating in international residencies, including those between Uruguayan and Indonesian artists. Residency is an excellent program, as it provides a platform to showcase each country's cultural expression,
Govt lauds 4,000-job Germany deal, cites professional export potential
Through a credible and sustainable partnership, we can offer more job opportunities for Indonesian workers, while strengthening our competitiveness in the services sector,
We hope this collaboration can be consistent, providing tangible benefits for all parties, while strengthening the services trade relationship between Indonesia and Germany,
Indonesia to enforce child online safety rule in March 2026
There is no innovation and no digital economy that targets crimes against children,
BGN suspends 47 free meals kitchens over substandard food quality
We have zero tolerance for food standard deviations in this program. Every finding is immediately addressed by temporarily suspending operations for a comprehensive evaluation,
The suspended SPPGs can operate again only after all corrective recommendations have been met and they have successfully passed a re-verification process,
The MBG program concerns children's health and the state's credibility in guaranteeing nutritional intake. Therefore, our supervision is conducted strictly and transparently,
Indonesia launches counseling platform to address gaming addiction
There is a general national concern that our youth are becoming less productive due to gaming addiction, but above all, it is the parents who are most troubled,
Indonesia's palm oil group urges stronger global trade diplomacy
Trade diplomacy must be reinforced to address potential tariff and non-tariff obstacles globally,
Six camera traps deployed after tiger sighting in West Sumatra
In response to the video of the tiger’s appearance, we immediately sent a team to manage the situation,
We have deployed a team to handle the situation by installing six camera traps,
The Pagari Pasia Laweh team has been mobilized following reports of the Sumatran tiger sighting,
Critically endangered Sumatran elephant calf found dead in Riau
The medical team of Tesso Nilo National Park immediately carried out further handling, including detailed examinations to scientifically determine the cause of death,
I was accompanied by the head of the Natural Resources Conservation Agency and senior Riau Police officials to ensure the handling process is serious, measured and based on scientific examination,
GAPKI sees zero tariff lifting US palm oil sales
If this is managed properly and tariffs return to zero, in the next two to three years we could approach 3 million tons,
Bali Police name six foreigners in Ukrainian kidnap case
The case began when Komarav’s friend reported the alleged abduction to police after escaping an attack during a motorcycle outing in South Kuta
Following CH’s arrest, we named six other foreign nationals—RM, BK, AS, VN, SM, and DH—as suspects. All are male,
Indonesia adopts risk-based approach to protect children online
This indicates that the digital space has become an integral part of a child's growth and development,
This approach stems from the understanding that the digital ecosystem is not uniform. Social media, online gaming, and other digital services each have unique interaction styles and risk profiles,
PRR Task Force reports significant drop in Sumatra refugees
While the markets are all operational, the MSMEs are not yet fully functional. We still need to clear mud and repair bridges, village roads, and regional roads,
We no longer have refugees in tents in West Sumatra, they have all moved to temporary shelters,
Previously, there was another issue: rice fields and plantations, which were also affected, as well as fish ponds and fisheries,
Indonesia's US trade tariff trimmed to 15 percent, says minister
We received a reduction to 15 percent,
It is not canceled. It will take effect after 90 days and following ratification,
The zero-percent duty for more than 1,600 tariff lines is one of our key advantages. We expect market expansion. Those previously at zero percent remain unchanged,
Indonesia evaluates energy commodity deals after US Court ruling
The agreement for energy imports from the US in the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) is stated to be worth US$15 billion. Meanwhile, the one subject to review by the US Supreme Court is related to tariffs. So, there is a difference,
With the US Supreme Court's decision, we finally have 90 days to conduct a review,
Within the 90 days, we will hold discussions for implementation,
RI Govt starts building permanent homes for Sumatra disaster victims
We will work toward making several units available for residents before Eid,
The speed at which permanent housing development proceeds hinges on data provided by regional governments,
Indonesia pushes to spare local solar panels from US tariffs
We are fighting to ensure they comply with the tariffs stipulated in the ART (Agreement on Reciprocal Trade). If the tariff is 15 percent, then it should be a maximum of 15 percent. No more than 15 percent,
Key species range in TNBT shrinks: BKSDA Jambi
Indonesia enhances Komodo protection with conservation action plan
The conservation of Komodo dragons is urgent for all of us—the central government, regional governments, the private sector, NGOs, and the community,
The primary goal, of course, is to protect and maintain the Komodo dragon's survival. This document outlines four main programs, strategic activities, and specific action plans,
Minister urges village co-ops to absorb local produce
The Red and White Village Cooperatives must serve as distribution hubs. If rice is not being purchased, the cooperative steps in. If fish or eggs are not selling, the cooperative buys them,
This is where supply is distributed, including meeting the needs of the Nutritional Fulfillment Service Units (SPPG) for the Free Nutritious Meals program,
Indonesia, Malaysia to coordinate on cross-border wildlife protection
Wild animals do not recognize state borders, their movements are ecological and borderless. Therefore, it is crucial to adopt a conservation approach that transcends administrative boundaries with the objective of protecting them,