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ANTARA News

June 2026

Indonesian court sentences Nadiem Makarim to 10 years in graft case

The program involved the procurement of Google Chromebooks and Chrome Device Management services

We declare that the defendant, Nadiem Anwar Makarim, has been proven legally and convincingly guilty of committing collective corruption as charged,

EV adoption supports RI's inclusive, sustainable development: AHY

Innovation, when developed through collaboration with the public, can deliver solutions that improve energy efficiency and promote sustainable economic growth in Indonesia,
Neneng Goenadiindonesia CEO
As the largest EV fleet operator in Indonesia, Grab's EV fleet reached more than 28,000 vehicles as of May 2026, doubling from the previous year,
Beyond reducing carbon emissions, adopting electric vehicles improves air quality and public health while supporting more inclusive and sustainable development,
For us, an energy transition that truly benefits the public requires the participation of all stakeholders, including the private sector and frontline mobility workers,

Indonesia sees Russia partnership as key to economic transformation

Moving forward, Indonesia-Russia cooperation has significant potential to support Indonesia's economic transformation, particularly through industrial development, downstreaming, infrastructure development, energy security, digital transformation, technological development, and sustainable development,
We are also committed to deepening our strategic partnership with Russia in line with Indonesia's Eight Visions, Asta Cita,

Global Digital Economy Conference 2026 to Present a "Digital Feast"

It is known that this year's conference has upgraded to a "1+1+N" framework, comprising one opening ceremony, one main forum -- the Global Dialogue on Building Digital-Friendly Cities -- and N thematic forums, along with a year-round series of activities

LNG price cuts a welcome boost for industries: Ministry

Industry players expect that what the government has already decided regarding AGIT will be fully implemented. There should be no cuts or volume reductions, because any drop in supply will immediately dent our manufacturing productivity,

Govt prepares weather modification operation to tackle drought in Java

The peak of the extreme drought is forecast to occur in August and September. Therefore, preparedness from humanitarian organizations, including the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI), particularly in distributing clean water, is urgently needed,
Currently, major reservoirs in Java, including Saguling, Cirata, and Jatiluhur in the Citarum River Basin, as well as the Brantas Reservoir in East Java, remain in stable condition. However, water deficits may emerge in September and October, so we plan to conduct weather modification operations across Java in early October,
We hope these weather modification operations will support the agricultural sector and help safeguard communities, particularly in Sumatra and Kalimantan, which are vulnerable to haze caused by forest and land fires,

Parties seen as key to driving global governance, modernization

The high-level forum took place ahead of the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China, which falls on Wednesday

For the past 105 years, the CPC has consistently stood on the right side of history. It has opposed aggression, oppression and hegemony, and has always been a staunch force for securing world peace,
Contemporary political parties not only shoulder important domestic responsibilities, but are also becoming institutions of public diplomacy, promoting mutual understanding among countries, facilitating the exchange of experiences and fostering an atmosphere of trust,
The CPC increasingly serves as a vital force in driving political parties around the world to jointly explore the laws and patterns of governance, exchange experiences in governing a country, strengthen exchanges and cooperation in various fields, and advance the progress of human civilization,

Sustainable Tourism Academy Celebrates 3,000-User Milestone

Randy DurbandcEO, Global Sustainable Tourism Council
Education and training are one of the most powerful ways to inspire meaningful change in tourism. One year after its launch, the Sustainable Tourism Academy reminds us that when knowledge is made accessible, more people are empowered to take practical steps toward sustainability. We are proud to celebrate this milestone with Agoda and all learners who are part of this journey."
At Agoda, we aim to be a trusted partner our hotel partners turn to as they navigate their sustainability journeys. By making high-caliber, localized resources like the Sustainable Tourism Academy freely accessible, we are proud to equip our partners and the wider industry with the practical tools and knowledge aligned with international standards."

Sleman boosts tourism with national travel collaboration

Sleman is not only ready to welcome leisure travelers but also has strong potential to host business, government, educational, and community activities,
Sleman no longer relies solely on its natural and cultural attractions. The district is now working to make its tourism sector more competitive by strengthening business networks and collaborating with national travel industry players,
A total of 28 sellers and 95 buyers participated in the business matching session. The meeting was designed to enable tourism businesses from Sleman to interact directly and more effectively with potential business partners,
Sleman offers a combination of natural attractions, cultural experiences, culinary tourism, accommodation, and supporting facilities for business activities,
Through this event, we brought sellers and buyers together to create more concrete and sustainable business opportunities,

Indonesia, Malaysia agree on key terms for prisoner transfer pact

Yusril Ihza Mahendralaw, Human Rights, Immigration, and Corrections
With the direction of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, the main points related to the draft prisoner transfer agreement have been agreed upon and will be discussed at the next level,
They are required to officially inform us if a remission or pardon is granted. We will fully respect their authority,

COOCON Expands MCP-Based Data Business for the AI Agent Era

Kim Jong-hyunceo
The key to the AI era is enabling agents to access trustworthy data. Leveraging our 20-year expertise in data collection and connectivity, COOCON aims to evolve beyond providing APIs used by humans and become a company that provides data directly utilized by AI.”
COOCON’s distinctive business structure, built on the MCP open standard, will serve as a gateway to the global AI agent ecosystem. I am confident that the MCP data business taking shape in the second half of the year will drive new growth and a key pillar for enhancing corporate value.”

MPR pushes Indonesia-Uzbekistan direct flights to boost ties

From that point onward, friendship and bilateral cooperation between Indonesia and Uzbekistan have continued to thrive to the present day,
Uzbekistan's religious tourism potential holds great appeal for Indonesian pilgrims who want to visit Imam Bukhari's tomb before embarking on Umrah. This means that before performing Umrah in Mecca and Medina, Indonesian pilgrims can transit in Uzbekistan,
The global Muslim population continues to grow rapidly and is projected to reach nearly 30 percent of the world's total population by 2030. This represents a massive consumer base that requires assurance of products that align with Sharia principles,

Ministry partners with FAO to improve food system governance

The transformation of food and agricultural systems is a relatively new concept, and the ministry has the potential to realize it into concrete action at the grassroots level. Therefore, this training is important for our senior officials as decision-makers,

Various Indonesian business sectors continue to expand: Airlangga

I believe that whenever there is an opportunity to scale up, business owners will naturally increase production. They always want to leverage these opportunities, so higher sales are naturally what they look forward to,
I am also seeing interest from the data center sector, with an additional demand of 1.32 GW or 1.2 GW currently ready to enter Indonesia,