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Unisan Gorontalo Students Boost Local Food MSMEs in Owalanga

KKN students from Universitas Ichsan Gorontalo in Owalanga Village are helping build local food MSMEs around cassava, corn, and coconut. The program focuses on processing, packaging, marketing, and village-owned enterprise support so residents can add value and reach wider markets.

Jul 11
Business

Bengkayang Regent Threatens to Revoke Plantation Licenses

Bengkayang Regent Sebastianus Darwis has threatened to revoke business licenses of plantation companies that fail to comply with regulations. Of 38 palm oil companies operating in the regency, only nine hold land cultivation rights (HGU). The regional legislature says enforcement is critical to secure legal certainty, boost local revenue, and deliver real economic benefits to residents.

Jul 11
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Why Gen Z Is Shifting to Physical Gold in 2026

JAKARTA — Physical gold is getting fresh attention from Gen Z in 2026, as many young investors pull back from assets with wild price swings. The shift is about more than FOMO. For first-time savers, gold feels easier to understand, calmer to hold, and more reassuring when stocks or crypto move unpredictably.

Jul 11
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Tax Compliance Strategy for H2 2026: What Changes

JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – The new tax compliance strategy for the second half of 2026 will rely on a broader tax base, stronger digital systems, and tighter enforcement...

Jul 11
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TWD to IDR Today, June 29, 2026: Best Time to Transfer

JAKARTA — Anyone who sends or receives money from Taiwan knows how much a reliable exchange rate matters. The Taiwan dollar (TWD) to rupiah (IDR) rate moves every day, changing how much the recipient actually gets. Today, the TWD to IDR rate sits around Rp4,700 to Rp4,750 per 1 TWD depending on the transfer provider. Big banks such as Bank Mandiri, BCA, and BNI usually post slightly different rates from smaller banks or money changers. The gap may look tiny for a single transfer, but for regular remittances it can add up to hundreds of thousands of rupiah a year.

Jul 11
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Angus Taylor Says Coalition Lost Voter Trust

Angus Taylor said Australia’s Coalition lost voter trust during the Covid-19 pandemic and now has to rebuild its relationship with the public. In a 2GB interview, the senior Liberal also said the opposition should focus on Labor, not attack One Nation voters.

Jul 11
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Patra Jasa Mengajar Expands Education Benefits for Students

PT Patra Jasa held Patra Jasa Mengajar at SD Negeri Menteng Dalam 11 Pagi in South Jakarta on Thursday (25/6), with 53 company staff serving as teachers and facilitators to broaden students’ learning through interactive methods.

Jul 11
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Stop Rice Imports: Sudaryono Backs Gradual Ban Plan

Deputy Agriculture Minister Sudaryono says Indonesia will phase out imports of rice, corn and sugar as part of a push for food self-sufficiency and better farm-gate prices. He delivered the message in Pontianak during the installation of West Kalimantan's HKTI leadership.

Jul 11
Business · Macro & Policy

Airfare Ceiling Tariff Will Remove Fuel Surcharge, Ministry Says

Jakarta, Indonesia — The government’s new airfare ceiling tariff will scrap the separate fuel surcharge when it takes effect, Transportation Minister Dudy Purwagandhi said Sunday. The planned rule comes as officials review jet fuel prices, the rupiah, and global oil markets before updating the long-standing fare cap first set in 2019.

Jul 11
Business · Companies

Student Startup Investment Model Launches at UEF

UEF has launched iVentures LaunchPad 2026, a student startup investment model that links campus ideas with mentors, investors, and the market. The program combines a 48-hour challenge, themed seminars, mentoring, and three- to six-month incubation to help student projects move closer to real business use.

Jul 11
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How to Make Money from Entertainment Sites in 2026

JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM — Many people spend hours on YouTube, TikTok, or Twitch without realizing those platforms can become real income sources. But the trap is just as real: plenty of apps that promise paid video watching never let withdrawals clear. This guide breaks down seven proven ways to earn, the current requirements, realistic earnings, and the scams to avoid.

Jul 11
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How to Register for DTSEN 2026 for PKH and BPNT

JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – The government, through the Social Affairs Ministry, has officially replaced the social assistance database from DTKS to DTSEN starting in 2026. This new system will be the main reference for aid such as PKH, BPNT, and the government-paid BPJS Health contribution (PBI-JKN).

Jul 11
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Finance Ministry Will Inspect Free Nutritious Meals Kitchens, Shut Violators

JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM — Indonesia’s Finance Ministry will send special teams to conduct spot checks at Free Nutritious Meals kitchens in several regions. Operators that cut portions, use lower-quality ingredients, or ignore hygiene standards face immediate closure under the new enforcement plan.

Jul 11
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JalaRun Fest 2026 in Bantul Promotes Healthy Living

UMY’s Communication Studies program staged JalaRun Fest 2026 in Bantul, blending a 6-km fun run with local culture and rural scenery to promote healthier habits.

Jul 11
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JHT Tax Row: Said Iqbal to Write Purbaya on Cuts

The JHT tax dispute is back in focus. Said Iqbal says he will send a letter to Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa asking for taxes on Jaminan Hari Tua withdrawals to be scrapped, while labor groups also want THR left untaxed. Purbaya has said he will first check the rule with the Tax Directorate.

Jul 11
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Purbaya Says Don’t Fear Investment Disruptions, Report Satgas

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa says investors should not panic if they run into obstacles on the ground. The government has set up a task force to take reports, clear bottlenecks, and keep investment flows moving. He also said the state budget still has enough room to absorb energy shocks, while ministry and agency spending will face tighter oversight.

Jul 11
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PT DSI to Make Palm Oil Exports Clearer, Boost Revenue

Mentan Andi Amran Sulaiman says PT DSI will make palm oil exports more transparent, curb TBS price manipulation, and help lift state revenue. He also said government rice reserves hit 5 million tons in April 2026, the highest on record, to support food self-sufficiency.

Jul 11
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UMP Hot Air Balloon Festival Boosts Banyumas Tourism

The UMP Hot Air Balloon Festival in Purwokerto is seen as a boost for Banyumas tourism, drawing visitors from outside the region and creating a spillover effect for local traders, transport services, and UMKM sellers. The university, local government, and residents view the event as one worth keeping on the calendar.

Jul 11
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Festival Heritage Depok Lama 2026 Boosts UMKM in Depok

Festival Heritage Depok Lama 2026 in Depok Lama is seen boosting UMKM through local product bazaars, resident interaction, and history education. Deputy Mayor Chandra Rahmasyah said the festival is more than entertainment; it also drives the local economy and strengthens the city’s identity.

Jul 11
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Nabire Keeps Odd-Even Fuel Rule as Queues Ease

Nabire has kept its odd-even fuel rule for subsidized gas at local SPBU stations since June 19, 2026. Officials say the policy has cut long queues and eased traffic, though it still draws pushback from some residents, including motorcycle taxi drivers. The local government is also set to tighten oversight of Pertamini outlets and fuel resellers.

Jul 11
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Kalsel Yesterday: Bamboo Rafting Festival, UMKM Push

Kalsel yesterday was marked by a series of economy and public welfare updates, from the Bamboo Rafting Festival in Hulu Sungai Selatan and Tabalong Smart scholarships to a Bank Kalsel-led effort to widen small-business financing in Banjarmasin.

Jul 11
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Private Investment in RoRo Ships Eased, Says Minister

The government is clearing more room for private investment in RoRo ships by removing business hurdles and extra operating costs. Transportation Minister Dudy Purwagandhi says operators can focus on business calculations and operating expenses, without a subsidy scheme.

Jul 11
Business · Energy

Lumajang Subsidized Fuel Supply Stays Safe

The Lumajang administration is monitoring subsidized fuel stocks at 19 gas stations to keep pertalite and biosolar supplies stable. Demand has risen because of the sugarcane harvest and a shift in consumer fuel use, but local officials say supply remains sufficient and coordination with Pertamina continues.

Jul 11
Business · Macro & Policy

Sorong inflation control tightened as food prices rise

The Sorong Regency government is stepping up price checks on staple foods to slow inflation and protect supply. The Trade, Cooperatives, and UMKM Office now monitors prices daily, while the regional inflation team regularly inspects distributors and markets. BPS said Sorong's inflation in May 2026 reached 2.16 percent year on year.

Jul 11