UGM Experts
The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi) has announced plans to develop policies to protect children in digital spaces.
One of President Prabowo’s flagship programs, the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) initiative, has been implemented in several regional schools.
Eid homecoming, or mudik, is a cherished tradition in Indonesia. It allows people to return to their hometowns or reunite with family.
The government plans to import 200,000 dairy cows through 160 companies by the end of next year to meet the milk needs for the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program.
The Constitutional Court has recently abolished the minimum presidential threshold of 20% of DPR seats or 25% of valid national votes in the previous election as a requirement for presidenti...
The Ministry of Social Affairs plans to establish the People’s School (Sekolah Rakyat) as part of efforts to alleviate poverty in Indonesia.
Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the President of the United States on Jan. 20.
Indonesia has officially become a member of the economic forum BRICS, which consists of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
President Prabowo Subianto’s statement regarding the expansion of palm oil plantations to increase exports of palm oil products has been deemed to trigger the return of deforestation.
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), which is currently spreading in China and has been reported in Indonesia, affects children. In response, Professor Tri Wibawa, an expert and professor in clinic...
President Prabowo Subianto stated that he had instructed Finance Minister Sri Mulyani to cut the foreign official travel budget by 50% for government officials.
The Indonesian government has affirmed that it will stop importing strategic commodities such as rice, corn, sugar, and salt by 2025.
The Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak has resurfaced in Indonesia.
The discourse on returning the system of regional head elections from direct elections (pilkada) by the people to elections by the Regional Legislative Councils (DPRD) has resurfaced, sparki...
The Indonesian Ministry of Manpower announced that approximately 80,000 people experienced layoffs throughout 2024.
The government plans to impose a 12% Value Added Tax (VAT) on all goods and services, including education, particularly on international-standard schools.
Eight lecturers from Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) have reaffirmed their commitment to contributing to the advancement of science in Indonesia by serving as members of the Indonesian Young A...
The ability to manage finances is very influential on MSMEs’ ability to advance and develop. Therefore, separating personal and business finances is very important for the sustainability o...
Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki in East Flores, East Nusa Tenggara, erupted again on Tuesday morning, Dec.
Hypertension remains a leading cause of high-category deaths in Indonesia.
The 6.5 percent increase in the national minimum wage for 2025, announced by President Prabowo Subianto on Friday (Nov. 29), has sparked various pros and cons from multiple parties, business...
President Prabowo Subianto delivered a speech to Indonesian students studying in Egypt (Dec. 18) regarding his desire to grant amnesty to corruptors on the condition that they return state a...
The rise in gambling cases within society has been an ongoing issue for years. Today, gambling practices are increasing alongside technological advancements.
Indonesia’s Minister of Elementary and Secondary Education, Professor Abdul Mu’ti, announced that Artificial Intelligence (AI) and coding will be taught from 4th grade in elementary scho...
The bankruptcy declaration issued by PT Sri Rejeki Isman Tbk, or Sritex, on Oct. 21, 2024, serves as a warning that the national textile and textile products (TPT) industry is showing signs ...
Seven out of 47 State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) have been reported to suffer significant losses and require corrective measures in the coming years.
Sexual education for children should not be taboo. This knowledge is beneficial for preventing abuse and helps prevent trauma that can have long-term effects on children’s mental health.
Recently, dozens of dairy farmers in Boyolali and Pasuruan took action by dumping milk at landfill sites and on the roadside, as the dairy processing industry (IPS) was unable to absorb the ...
President Prabowo Subianto issued a Presidential Regulation (PP) to erase the debts of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the agriculture, plantation, livestock, fisheries, and ...
The Constitutional Court (MK) of Indonesia recently granted part of a judicial review concerning Law Number 6 of 2023, which stipulates the enactment of Government Regulation in Lieu of Law ...