UGM energy economist warns 12% increase in Freeport shares could reduce Indonesia’s dividends due to rising operational costs.
Policy Commentary
UGM experts call for stricter supervision and HACCP-based standards after mass poisoning linked to Indonesia’s Free Nutritious Meal program.
UGM’s expert urges clearer limits on law enforcement powers and stronger human rights safeguards in the revised Draft Criminal Procedure Code (RKUHAP).
UGM’s expert warns that students cannot detect unsafe food in the Free Nutritious Meal program and calls for stricter processing controls.
UGM Professor urges that Indonesia’s Free Nutritious Meal Program be managed through school canteens to ensure food safety and prevent rent-seeking.
UGM expert Professor Wiratni explains the opportunities and challenges of Indonesia’s Waste-to-Energy project, planned to operate in 2027.
UGM economist cautions that Finance Minister Purbaya’s Rp200 trillion withdrawal from Bank Indonesia may risk Rupiah depreciation and external imbalance.
PSKP UGM highlights five urgent reforms for the Indonesian National Police to restore public trust and professionalism.
UGM Professor Suadi emphasizes the importance of transparency, governance, and community participation in Indonesia’s Rp72 trillion fisheries megaproject.
CfDS UGM researcher cautions that a one-person-one-account policy risks limiting freedom of expression and privacy despite good intentions.
UGM Professor Sri Raharjo emphasizes that weak oversight and rushed targets in the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program pose a risk of recurring food poisoning cases.
UGM economist Wisnu Nugroho says that IDR 200 trillion in fund placement in banks may ease liquidity, but it will not directly drive real sector growth.
UGM Student Executive Body criticizes President Prabowo over food poisoning in the MBG program and education budget cuts, urging a complete evaluation.
UGM economist warns that fuel shortages at private stations could trigger bankruptcies, layoffs, and hinder Indonesia’s economic growth.
UGM economists outline seven urgent economic demands to address misallocated budgets, weak institutions, and inequality in Indonesia.
UGM expert highlights concerns over Prabowo’s cinema advertisement, calling it propaganda and questioning its ethics in a democratic society.
UGM lecturer urges President Prabowo to consider civilian representation in the Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs reshuffle.
UGM economist Dr. Fahmy Radhi urges the government to cancel the single-gate fuel import policy, warning it risks deterring foreign investment.
UGM economist Dr. Rijadh Djatu Winardi stresses the importance of consistent fiscal policy to maintain investor confidence amid IHSG volatility.
UGM economist cautions that Finance Minister Purbaya’s Rp200 trillion withdrawal from Bank Indonesia may risk Rupiah depreciation and external imbalance.
UGM’s legal expert urges inclusive public participation in drafting Indonesia’s Climate Justice Bill to ensure equitable climate policy and protection.
UGM expert says Indonesia’s electricity export to Singapore will create jobs, boost the green economy, and attract investment opportunities.
UGM law expert Dr. Yance Arizona urges President Prabowo to enforce the Indonesian Constitutional Court ruling banning deputy ministers from holding commissioner roles in State-Owned Enterpr...
UGM legal expert emphasizes the Constitutional Court must clarify the interpretation of Articles 2 and 3 of the Anti-Corruption Law to ensure justice and certainty.
UGM experts view the One Piece flag phenomenon as symbolic resistance and civic expression, not a threat to the state.
UGM economist Dr. Amirullah Setya Hardi emphasizes that the success of Merah Putih Cooperatives lies in truly applying cooperative principles for rural empowerment.
UGM political scientist supports plans to increase party funding, urging governance reform, transparency, and public accountability.
Merah Putih Cooperative is expected to enhance rural welfare, create jobs, and tackle extreme poverty through inclusive, community-based economic services.
Professor Aprinus Salam of UGM strongly opposes the designation of October 17 as National Culture Day, arguing that culture must be lived every day.
Dr. Muslim Mahardika of UGM endorses using plastic waste in asphalt as a sustainable solution to reduce plastic pollution and support infrastructure.