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Indonesia's Ministry of Transportation has released a list of five East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) airports damaged by a late 2025 earthquake, outlining a multi-trillion Rupiah recovery plan for 2026. El Tari Kupang and Komodo Labuan Bajo airports are top priorities for accelerated rehabilitation to restore air connectivity and the region's vital tourism economy.
President Prabowo Subianto is pushing for the establishment of special ad hoc courts to handle corruption cases within State-Owned Enterprises (BUMNs) starting in 2026. This move aims to expedite case resolution and effectively recover state losses, as explained by Minister of State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi.
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka is set to permanently commence his duties from the Nusantara Capital City (IKN) in 2026, signaling a critical operational phase for the new city. This strategic move is expected to be a powerful catalyst for investment and IKN's economic acceleration.
The GO-SARI initiative in Guwosari, Bantul, has demonstrated that waste management can be a powerful economic driver in 2026. Through an innovative 3R waste facility, waste is not only reduced but transformed into high-value products and creates local employment.
Minister of Home Affairs Tito Karnavian revealed that local government revenue realization by July 2026 significantly decreased compared to the previous year, while regional spending continued to rise. This situation raises serious concerns about regional fiscal sustainability and public service capacity, urging the government to seek innovative solutions.
As IKN solidifies its presence in 2026, a surprising assessment from the Head of the Nusantara Capital City Authority highlights the unexpected comfort of civil servant residences. This comparison against a luxury hotel signals a strategic focus on liveability for all residents in Indonesia's new capital.
The Indonesian government is aggressively implementing strategies to achieve beef self-sufficiency by 2026. Key focuses include superior breeding programs, modernizing livestock technology, and empowering local farmers.
The Indonesian government has allocated Rp 820 trillion for the 2027 education budget, with Rp 240 trillion specifically designated for the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) Program. This move underscores the nation's serious commitment to long-term investment in human capital and the vision of Golden Indonesia 2045.
President Prabowo Subianto announced exceptional SOE profit surges for the 2026 fiscal year, with PT Timah soaring 804.7% due to illegal mining crackdowns and PT Semen Indonesia rising 408%. This performance underscores the success of governance reforms and efficiency drives within the state sector.