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“Chromebook” procurement skirts legal direction: AGO
The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) said that the Rp 9.98 trillion (US$613 million) Chromebook procurement project at the then Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemendikbudristek) between 2019 and 2022 deviated from initial legal recommendations provided by the Office of Junior Attorney General for Civil and Administrative Affairs (Jamdatun).
Mining license revocation inadequate, viral justice is not enough: Trend Asia
The government’s decision to revoke four nickel mining permits in Raja Ampat has been met with cautious skepticism from environmental watchdog Trend Asia, who called the move insufficient and cosmetic.
Government under fire for allowing nickel mining on protected island
The Prabowo Subianto-Gibran Rakabuming Raka administration is facing intense backlash after allowing nickel mining operations to continue on Gag Island in Raja Ampat, a protected conservation area.
Nadiem Makarim denies involvement in “Chromebook” procurement scandal
Former Education, Culture, Research and Technology Minister Nadiem Makarim made a rare public appearance on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 accompanied by high-profile lawyer Hotman Paris Hutapea to address mounting scrutiny over an alleged corruption case involving the procurement of Chromebook laptops during his tenure at the ministry.
Tugboats, barges bearing “JKW” and “Iriana” no links to Jokowi family found
A recent wave of viral videos featuring tugboats and barges allegedly transporting nickel ore has stirred controversy on social media due to their distinct names, JKW Mahakam and Dewi Iriana, which bear a striking resemblance to the names of Indonesia’s 7th President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo and First Lady Iriana.
Government revokes four mining permits in Raja Ampat upon presidential order
The government has officially revoked four mining permits (IUPs) in the world-renowned Raja Ampat archipelago, Southwest Papua Province, citing environmental concerns and a commitment to preserve the region's status as a leading ecotourism and marine biodiversity hub.
Coalition asks for legal action over nickel mining violations, slams officials for maladministration
The Papua Coalition for Law Enforcement and Human Rights has called on the government to take immediate legal action against four nickel mining companies accused of causing ecological damage in Raja Ampat.
Government shuts down illegal nickel mining activities in Raja Ampat
The Ministry of Environment has found that four nickel mining companies operating in Raja Ampat, Southwest Papua Province, have violated environmental regulations, with three of them having had their mining activities halted by the government.
Forestry ministry probes mining activities in Raja Ampat, legal action on the table
The Ministry of Forestry is intensifying oversight of mining operations in forest areas of Raja Ampat, Southwest Papua Province and preparing legal measures against any violations found in their operations amid rising environmental concerns raised by the public and activists.
Antam’s subsidiary holds nickel mining license on Raja Ampat’s Gag Island: Bahlil
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM),Bahlil Lahadalia, has confirmed that nickel mining concession on Gag Island, part of the ecologically sensitive Raja Ampat archipelago, is controlled by PT Gag Nikel, a subsidiary of State miner PT Aneka Tambang (Antam).
Ray Dalio reaffirms advisory role with Danantara amid resignation rumors
Famed American investor and Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio has publicly reaffirmed his ongoing role as an advisor to Daya Anagata Nusantara (Danantara), amid swirling speculation about his departure from the Indonesian sovereign wealth fund.
Indonesia’s May deflation signals deeper economic anxiety: Economist
Indonesia’s deflation of 0.37 percent in May is not a sign of economic strength but rather a warning of weakening consumer confidence and sluggish household spending, an Economist has warned.