ANTARA News
March 2026
Indonesia implements Friday WFH for civil servants to cut energy use
The implementation of work-from-home for civil servants at both central and regional government institutions is set at one working day per week, specifically every Friday,
Indonesia rolls out Friday WFH policy to boost energy efficiency
We are beginning to shift our culture and transform to navigate the geopolitical dynamics that are affecting every nation globally,
President Prabowo arrives in Seoul for official South Korea visit
MPR proposes withdrawal of RI's peacekeeping troops from Lebanon
If there are no guarantees for the safety of our peacekeeping mission troops, then the MPR requests the government to consider withdrawing all troops from Lebanon,
In accordance with the constitution, which mandates the protection of the entire nation, Indonesia must withdraw its troops from this peacekeeping mission since the area poses a danger to the safety of the Indonesian Defense Forces (TNI) personnel as has happened in South Lebanon,
BGN suspends 1,256 free meal kitchens in eastern Indonesia
We want to ensure that all SPPGs strictly meet standards, both in terms of food safety and waste management. This is vital to protect the health of the beneficiaries,
Police arrest British national on red notice at Ngurah Rai Airport
Bali Regional Police and the Ngurah Rai Immigration office arrested a foreign national listed on a red notice, British citizen Steven Lyons (45), at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali
Based on intelligence information and international cooperation from both the police and immigration, we immediately put security on alert in the arrivals area upon SL's arrival,
The suspect is the leader of a large-scale transnational criminal organization involved in narcotics trafficking and money laundering in Spain and the United Kingdom,
During the immigration checkpoint, the system detected SL as the subject of an Interpol red notice. Based on intelligence data, SL is suspected of being the leader of an international criminal organization involved in money laundering and managing fictitious companies,
BGN imposes stricter SOPs to improve free meal program quality
The President emphasized that all units failing to meet standards must suspend operations until thorough improvements are made. This is vital to ensure the quality of the MBG service is maintained and provides optimal benefits to the public,
Indonesia mourns three TNI UNIFIL Peacekeepers who fell in Lebanon
Regarding the news of the deaths of three TNI personnel during a peacekeeping mission in Lebanon, on behalf of the president, we convey our deepest condolences,
Indonesia, Japan agree to bolster multifaceted cooperation
Prabowo envisions Indonesia, Japan to shape global stability
I am grateful for the progress of various forms of cooperation between Japan and Indonesia, particularly in the economic and security sectors. I look forward to working together to strengthen and prosper the Indo-Pacific region,
Amidst the turmoil in global geopolitical dynamics, Indonesia and Japan must be part of the stability and solutions,
Indonesia, Japan pledge deeper partnership, joint peace efforts
I would also like to reiterate our commitment to strengthening relations between Japan and Indonesia that have long been well maintained,
We agreed that both Japan and Indonesia will make great efforts to convince warring parties to pursue de-escalation. If necessary, we are ready to serve as mediators to facilitate measures oriented toward de-escalation and peace,
We are deeply grateful that a large number of young Indonesian talents are afforded the opportunity to study various fields in Japan. Moreover, many Indonesian workers are allowed to enroll in internship programs here,
Govt ensures public services not disrupted by one-day WFH scheme
We hope that WFH does not encourage civil servants to leave their homes. This is not meant to be treated like a national holiday,
The WFH arrangement must not disrupt public services, and we must ensure all civil servants work in accordance with the expected output,
Indonesia, Japan discuss mangrove management, carbon investment
Indonesia's strategic diplomacy amid the Iran-US-Israel narrative war
The conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran in late February 2026 proves this reality
Indonesia, ASEAN-Japan Centre partner to boost wellness tourism
Wellness tourism is a strategic direction for Indonesia. We see AJC as a vital partner to strengthen promotion, knowledge exchange, and development in the Japanese market,
Indonesia condemns second attack on UNIFIL in Lebanon, calls for probe
Indonesia mourns the loss of its fallen peacekeepers and stands in solidarity with their families, while wishing a swift recovery to those injured,
Nusantara welcomes over 350,000 visitors during Eid holiday
During the visit period, the State Palace and the IKN State Mosque stood out with the highest count of visitors in the Nusantara KIPP,
The Seremoni Plaza and Bhinneka Plaza emerged as public community hubs supported by various facilities, ranging from culinary areas to entertainment and social events,
President Prabowo meets Japan's PM Takaichi at Akasaka Palace
Mr. President Prabowo Subianto and the entire Indonesian delegation, welcome to Japan. I am very delighted at meeting you again, Your Excellency,
Indonesia secures Rp380 trillion investment from Japan
Prabowo invites Japanese firms to flag investment issues in Indonesia
Meta, Google summoned over child protection rule non-compliance
If they still fail to demonstrate full compliance in the future, the government will proceed with issuing summons letters to them as well,
Today, the government sent summonses to both parties as an effort to implement administrative sanctions in accordance with applicable provisions,
Two more TNI soldiers killed during Lebanon peacekeeping mission
His office is currently coordinating with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) to ensure the safety of personnel serving in the region
The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Defense and the TNI, continues to closely coordinate with UNIFIL headquarters to ensure the safety of all personnel and ensure the best possible treatment for the victims,
In this incident, two TNI soldiers were reportedly killed. Meanwhile, two other soldiers suffered serious injuries. The injured soldiers are currently receiving intensive medical treatment at a health facility in Beirut,
President Prabowo witnesses US$22.6 billion in Indonesia-Japan deals
President Prabowo, Emperor Naruhito skip politics in Tokyo talks
In the event of concerns requiring attention, the Japanese side urged us to convey them so that both nations can foster a genuinely tight bond between their societies,
As we all know, the emperor sits as a national symbol of Japan. Hence, the discussion did not revolve around political matters; it emphasized bilateral relations and people-to-people ties,
Prabowo invites Japanese investors to expand investment in Indonesia
Indonesia is in a comfortable position that we do not have any enemies,
Indonesia is an open economy. We rely on trade; we rely on close economic partnerships. That is why our foreign policy has been that of non-alignment,