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Indonesian parliamentary officials revealed that eight Indonesian nationals initially applied to serve as security guards before being deployed within the Russian army structure.
The Indonesian legislature has formally approved Destry Damayanti to serve as the next governor of Bank Indonesia, taking over leadership of the nation’s central bank. Her confirmation follows a vetting process by parliamentary committees focused on monetary policy and financial stability.
Senior lawmakers in the DPR committed to advancing the controversial Asset Forfeiture Bill despite ongoing public protests against the legislation.
During his address to the Indonesian parliament, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the shared democratic values of India and Indonesia, noting that both countries have built unity upon diversity, and mentioned Nehru.
Indonesia’s legislature has advanced a revised asset forfeiture bill that would enable the seizure of illicit gains linked to 13 specified offenses, notably illegal forestry and human trafficking. The measure aims to strengthen anti-crime enforcement by stripping perpetrators of financially motivated illegal profits.
Thousands of demonstrators have remained stationed outside the DPR building in Jakarta, refusing to disperse despite crowd control efforts. The sustained occupation highlights ongoing public pressure regarding legislative reforms and government accountability.
The Indonesian parliament and provincial authorities are collaborating to fully exploit hydrocarbon reserves within the Mahakam block to boost national energy output.
The Indonesian parliament has amended a law that will now permit police officers to hold positions within the civilian government.
Large crowds gathered outside parliament in Jakarta to protest against corruption, calling for harsher legal penalties and systemic reforms to address graft in the country.
Indonesian Parliament Speaker Puan Maharani announced plans to consult with the Foreign Ministry regarding transboundary haze caused by wildfires in Kalimantan. The move highlights growing diplomatic and environmental concerns as smoke impacts regional air quality and public health.
Habiburokhman, chairman of Commission III of Indonesia’s House of Representatives, announced that deliberations on the asset forfeiture bill are underway, with the parliament targeting its passage by December 2026.
Indonesia's House of Representatives (DPR) has called upon the University of Indonesia (UI) to take disciplinary action against individuals found responsible for sexual harassment.