Expert Opinions
Eid 2026 travel surge in Yogyakarta prompts calls for responsible tourism and waste management.
Over 201 regional leaders are implicated in corruption as experts cite high political costs and weak oversight systems.
Stay fit and healthy during Eid homecoming travel with expert tips on exercise, nutrition, and rest from UGM.
UGM expert urges tech-driven forestry as Indonesia cuts deforestation and faces rising ecological challenges.
Measles cases surge in Yogyakarta ahead of Eid travel, prompting UGM experts to urge public vigilance and vaccination.
UGM historian highlights Yogyakarta’s historical roots, land system, and cultural identity in shaping the city as a meeting place of ideas.
UGM economist warns that rising digital fraud in Indonesia could weaken trust in digital transactions and influence investor confidence.
UGM law expert urges passage of the Indigenous Peoples Bill to strengthen legal protection for indigenous communities in Indonesia.
UGM transportation expert shares safe driving tips as 143.9 million Indonesians are expected to travel during the 2026 Eid homecoming season.
UGM expert calls for MBG meal menus to match students’ nutritional needs and ensure balanced intake across education levels.
UGM expert warns of rising WhatsApp scams and urges stronger regulation and public digital literacy to combat organized cyber fraud
UGM expert calls for waste management reform after the Bantargebang landfill tragedy that claimed seven lives.
UGM historian examines the Supersemar decree 60 years later, questioning whether it was a transfer of power or a misuse of order.
UGM expert says rising global oil prices could accelerate Indonesia’s shift toward renewable energy and reduce reliance on imports.
UGM professor highlights challenges in coffee productivity and farmers’ welfare despite Indonesia’s growing coffee industry.
UGM experts urge farmers to mitigate crop failure risks as BMKG forecasts an earlier and longer dry season.
UGM expert warns pension protection in Indonesia remains limited, risking elderly poverty and future generational burdens.
Habitat loss, poaching, and climate change threaten Komodo dragons, says UGM biologist, urging stronger conservation measures.
UGM energy expert highlights Indonesia’s fuel supply vulnerability amid global oil route disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
UGM law expert highlights royalty transparency issues and AI challenges facing Indonesia’s music industry on National Music Day.
UGM pediatrician urges increased vaccination coverage as suspected measles cases in Indonesia reach 8,224 in early 2026.
UGM professor warns snare traps threaten wildlife after a Sumatran elephant calf was found dead in Tesso Nilo National Park, Riau.
UGM professor warns moldy bread in Indonesia’s free school meal program may pose health risks and urges stricter food safety oversight.
UGM professor warns Indonesia’s membership in the Board of Peace could hinder its neutrality as a mediator in the Iran–US–Israel conflict.
UGM experts warn of economic and energy security risks from the Iran conflict and urge Indonesia to anticipate global impacts.
UGM psychiatrist Dr. Ronny Tri Wirasto explains how disrupted sleep and biological rhythms can affect emotions, metabolism, and health.
UGM doctor advises limiting sugary foods at iftar to prevent blood sugar spikes and maintain health during Ramadan fasting.
UGM professor warns marine wildlife research and conservation in Indonesia remain limited despite the nation’s vast biodiversity.
Institute of International Studies (IIS) UGM calls for a review of Indonesia’s participation in the Board of Peace following recent geopolitical developments.
UGM expert explains how fasting during Ramadan triggers autophagy, improving metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and emotional stability.

