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US Dollar Weakens to IDR 17,982

The US dollar exchange rate has weakened against the rupiah, trading at the IDR 17,900 level this morning.

Rabu, 21 Okt 2026 11:00 WIB

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2,775 Flights Delayed or Cancelled Since August Due to Wildfires

The Ministry of Transportation reports 2,775 flights affected by wildfire smoke since August, with 1,544 cancelled or postponed.

Jumat, 23 Okt 2026 10:36 WIB

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OJK Chief Responds to Claims of Singapore's Role in Market Downgrade

OJK Chair Friderica Widyasari Dewi says the regulator will focus on its work amid claims of Singaporean interference in market status.

Rabu, 21 Okt 2026 09:46 WIB

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Indonesian Coordinating Minister: Forest Fire Management Is a National Issue

Coordinating Minister Sugiono emphasizes that the Indonesian government's response to forest fires is national, regardless of status.

Kamis, 22 Okt 2026 12:20 WIB

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Fitch Ratings Joins Concerns Over Potential Indonesia's Market Downgrade

Fitch Ratings is monitoring the risk of Indonesia's stock market being reclassified from an Emerging Market to a Standalone Market.

Rabu, 21 Okt 2026 13:38 WIB

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China Eases Regional Entry Visa for ASEAN Citizens, Including Indonesia

China's regional visa-free entry policy for ASEAN travelers, including Indonesians, boosted foreign tourist arrivals by 9.2% during the Golden Week holiday.

Senin, 19 Okt 2026 11:12 WIB

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Singaporeans Queue for Free Masks Amid Worsening Haze From Indonesia

Singapore's air quality reached unhealthy levels on October 16, 2026, due to haze from Indonesian forest fires, causing mask shortages.

Jumat, 16 Okt 2026 13:55 WIB

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Singapore Considers Probing Companies Behind Forest Fires in Indonesia

Singapore is investigating companies linked to Indonesian forest fires causing severe transboundary haze in the city-state.

Jumat, 16 Okt 2026 14:22 WIB

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Former Trade Minister Slams Malaysia's Call to Isolate Indonesia Over Haze

Former Trade Minister Muhammad Lutfi rebukes Malaysian politicians calling for Indonesia's isolation over forest fire haze.

Rabu, 21 Okt 2026 10:42 WIB

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Starting a Business in Singapore Takes 1 Day, in Indonesia 34 Days!

Indonesian Minister Rini Widyantini highlights slow Indonesian bureaucracy despite high national digital adoption rates.

Rabu, 21 Okt 2026 14:12 WIB