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INDONESIAN CHANNEL 11/04/202611/04/2026

Prabowo Targets Indonesia’s “National Champion,” Starting from Magelang

IndonesianTalk.com –– Magelang, Central Java – President Prabowo Subianto has set an ambitious tone for Indonesia’s industrial future, declaring that the country must build its own “national champion” in the automotive sector—starting from the inauguration of an electric vehicle assembly plant in Magelang. Speaking at the launch of PT VKTR Sakti Industries, Prabowo emphasized that a large nation like Indonesia cannot remain merely a market destination. Industrialization, he said, is a critical phase in achieving technological sovereignty and national resilience. “Innovation must not stop at theory and experimentation. It must be transformed into real industrial production,” he said, underlining the government’s commitment to clean technology-based manufacturing as a cornerstone of Indonesia’s economic strategy. Industry and Energy Independence Prabowo framed industrialization as the final stage of technological advancement. The presence of a domestic electric vehicle (EV) industry, he argued, reflects Indonesia’s determination to strengthen its industrial structure while reducing dependence on imported…

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INDONESIAN CHANNEL 01/04/2026

Indonesian Senate Speaker Sultan Najamudin awarded honorary doctorate in Busan

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IndonesianTalk.com-– Indonesian Senate Speaker Sultan Najamudin awarded honorary doctorate in Busan BUSAN — Speaker of Indonesia’s Regional Representative Council (DPD), Sultan Baktiar Najamudin, was conferred an honorary doctorate (Doctor Honoris Causa) in International Regional Studies by Korea Maritime and Ocean University (KMOU) on Wednesday. The conferment ceremony took place at Kim Kang-hee Hall in the KMOU Library, located in Yeongdo-gu district, Busan, South Korea. The event was presided over by KMOU President Ryoo Dong-keun and attended by members of the academic community and invited guests. Among those present was promoter Kim Soo-il of Busan University of Foreign Studies. KMOU stated that the honor marks only the second time the institution has awarded an honorary doctorate to an Indonesian figure. Indonesia’s fifth president, Megawati Soekarnoputri, previously received a similar distinction in 2015. Ryoo said Sultan’s visit to KMOU carried two main agendas: the conferment of the honorary degree and the launch of…

INDONESIAN CHANNEL 29/03/202629/03/2026

Paying Last Respects, Ismeth Wibowo Recalls Juwono Sudarsono as His Undergraduate Thesis Advisor at UI

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IndonesianTalk.com — Nation bids farewell to former defense minister Juwono Sudarsono Indonesia is mourning the passing of Prof. Juwono Sudarsono, a respected scholar of international relations and former defense minister who served under two administrations. He died at Pondok Indah Hospital in Jakarta at around 1:45 p.m. on Saturday. The University of Indonesia professor will be laid to rest at Kalibata Heroes Cemetery on Sunday morning in a military funeral led by Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin. Since Saturday, a steady stream of national figures, colleagues and family members have paid their last respects at the funeral home on Alam Asri VIII Street in South Jakarta. Among those were former State Intelligence Agency (BIN) chief A.M. Hendropriyono, former industry minister Saleh Husin, presidential envoy for international trade and multilateral cooperation Mari Elka Pangestu, and Indonesian Ambassador to Malaysia Iman Kusumo. Also seen at the residence were Transmigration Minister Iftitah Sulaiman, lawyer Kiky…

INDONESIAN CHANNEL 29/03/202629/03/2026

West Papua Police Official Urges Risk-Based Mining Governance

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IndonesianTalk.com — West Papua Police Official Urges Risk-Based Mining Governance Manokwari — West Papua Police Deputy Chief Brig. Gen. Dr. Sulastiana has called on regional administrations to adopt five principles of risk-based mining governance, arguing that a new policy framework is essential to ensure sustainable and accountable natural resource management. Speaking during a scientific oration at the inaugural graduation ceremony of Universitas Caritas Indonesia in Manokwari on Saturday, Sulastiana said the approach would help local governments manage natural resources more prudently, transparently and responsibly. “It is time to reorganize natural resource development with a new paradigm — one that does not place permits ahead of dialogue or prioritize production over protection,” she said. Sulastiana outlined five key principles. First, regional governments must strengthen policies that recognize and protect indigenous peoples and their customary territories as the foundation of development governance. Second, the principle of free, prior and informed consent (FPIC) should…

INDONESIAN CHANNEL 28/03/202628/03/2026

Sunra Commissioner Ismeth Wibowo Extends Anniversary Greetings to IMI, Urges Continued Contribution to National Automotive Industry

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IndonesianTalk.com — IMI marks 120 years as industry figures call for stronger role in national automotive transformation The Indonesian Motor Association (IMI) marked its 120th anniversary on March 27, with industry leaders and stakeholders highlighting the organization’s historic role and urging continued contributions to the country’s automotive future. Founded from the establishment of the Javache Motor Club in Semarang in 1906, IMI has evolved into one of Indonesia’s oldest automotive institutions, playing a key role in motorsport development, community building and industry advancement. IMI chairman Moreno Soeprapto, in a post on his official Instagram account on Saturday, reflected on the organization’s long journey. “120 years is not merely a number, but a long journey filled with dedication, spirit and history in Indonesia’s automotive world,” he wrote, alongside archival images documenting IMI’s leadership across different eras. Moreno, elected during the organization’s 10th National Congress in Yogyakarta in September 2025, noted that IMI has…

INDONESIAN CHANNEL 23/03/202628/03/2026

Idul Fitri Reinforces Indonesia’s Inner Sovereignty and Governance Success

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Indonesiantalk.com — Idul Fitri 1447 Hijri has proven to be more than a communal ritual. It has emerged as a defining moment showcasing Indonesia’s national resilience amid ongoing global geopolitical turbulence. This year’s smooth mass mobility during the annual mudik exodus reflects careful planning and effective governance. Millions of people traveling from economic centers to their hometowns in rural areas moved with minimal disruption—an achievement that stands in stark contrast to the gridlocks that once dominated headlines in previous years. What was once synonymous with hours-long congestion has now been transformed through the integration of digital systems and physical infrastructure. Real-time traffic management, coordinated transport policies, and improved connectivity have significantly enhanced efficiency in both space and time. As pledged by President Prabowo Subianto, fuel distribution at critical points remained secure and sufficient, despite global oil price volatility influenced by tensions in the Gulf region. This indicates that even under international…

INDONESIAN CHANNEL 23/03/202623/03/2026

DPD Speaker Sultan Najamudin Officially Sends Off Indonesia’s BLiSPI U-17 Student Team

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Indonesiantalk.com — DPD speaker sends off Indonesian U-17 student team to Bangkok tournaments Jakarta — Speaker of the Regional Representatives Council (DPD), Sultan Baktiar Najamudin, officially sent off Indonesia’s U-17 student football team to compete in the Mikasa Cup and Volt Eleven International 2026 tournaments in Bangkok, Thailand. The send-off ceremony took place at the official residence of the DPD speaker in Kuningan, South Jakarta, on Sunday, March 22. Addressing the young players, Sultan framed football as more than just a sport, describing it as a universal language that transcends national borders. “Football is one of the highest forms of diplomacy a nation can have. Respect and honor for a country can emerge simply because of the ball,” he said. His remarks underscored the growing role of sport as a form of soft power in global affairs. According to Sultan, international matches are not merely competitive events but also platforms for…

INDONESIAN CHANNEL 15/03/202615/03/2026

Silent Regime Change Operations Behind the Cloak of Philanthropy and Global Ratings

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Silent Regime Change Operations Behind the Cloak of Philanthropy and Global Ratings

IndonesianTalk.com — Silent Regime Change Operations Behind the Cloak of Philanthropy and Global Ratings By Dr. Eko Wahyuanto Indonesia may be entering a new phase of geopolitical pressure—one that does not arrive with military fleets or economic sanctions, but through subtler instruments: narratives, ratings and philanthropic networks. President Prabowo Subianto’s recent remarks about intelligence findings related to foreign funding allegedly fueling provocative narratives should not be dismissed merely as political rhetoric. Instead, they can be interpreted as a pre-emptive warning about asymmetric threats that operate in the gray zone between information warfare, economic pressure and political influence. At the center of this concern lies the possibility of a coordinated ecosystem linking global philanthropic networks, international financial institutions and transnational media activism. The ultimate objective, critics argue, may not simply be advocacy for democratic values but the shaping—if not the restructuring—of political outcomes in strategic countries. Philanthropy as a Trojan Horse For…

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