The Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program initiated by the government continues to spark debate among the public. Initially requiring 71 trillion rupiah in funding, the program is viewed as pot...
UGM Experts
President Prabowo Subianto has established 77 National Strategic Projects (PSN), as outlined in the National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMN) for the 2025–2029 period.
The Work from Anywhere (WFA) policy for civil servants has been regulated under the Circular Letter of the Minister of State Apparatus Utilization and Bureaucratic Reform No. 2 of 2025.
The government has ensured that food supplies are safe and sufficient throughout Ramadan until the approach of Eid, especially since national food production is expected to increase signific...
UGM Faculty of Animal Science (Animal Science UGM) lecturer Dr. Edi Suryanto stated that consuming meat and other animal products, such as milk and eggs, during suhoor or iftar plays a signi...
Ahmad Dhani’s suggestion to marry foreign football players to Indonesian women draws criticism from UGM scholar, who highlights the proposal’s misogynistic and nationalistic misconceptio...
UGM economist urges data-driven policies to protect the middle class and ensure inclusive growth that reduces poverty and boosts welfare.
UGM expert warns budget cuts threaten ancient manuscript preservation, urging shared responsibility and stronger government commitment.
UGM economist urges transparency and clear strategy for Danantara to ensure it drives inclusive growth and avoids governance issues.
Ten years on, BUMDes are growing but still face challenges. UGM expert urges transparency, community roles, and university support.
Pertamina Patra Niaga corruption case reveals systemic oil mafia practices; experts urge stronger oversight and public involvement.
Mass layoffs surge in Indonesia amid cheap imports and weak purchasing power; experts urge urgent government action to prevent rising poverty.
UGM expert warns of press co-optation under Prabowo-Gibran; urges media to uphold independence as a pillar of democracy and public voice.
Sukatani’s song removal sparks backlash over police intolerance to criticism; expert says it shows weak commitment to free expression.
Attorney General names 7 suspects in Pertamina oil graft; expert links it to mafia tactics causing huge state losses, urges strong action.
UGM expert Dr. Fahmy Radhi calls for a major clean-up at Pertamina following a five-year mega corruption case involving trillions in state losses.
Presidential Instruction (Inpres) No. 1 of 2025 on Spending Efficiency in the Implementation of the National and Regional Budget (APBN and APBD) for the 2025 Fiscal Year has impacted almost ...
The government has set the 2025 tax revenue target at IDR 2,189.3 trillion, an increase of around 13.29% from the 2024 revenue realization.
The government plans to introduce a new national car. The Minister of Industry, Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita, revealed this in mid-February during the opening of the Indonesia International Mo...
Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) is a psychological condition where individuals fear missing out on popular moments or events. This fear can become a disaster for those who are not careful.
Revising the electoral law has become an urgent effort to improve the implementation of democracy after the 1998 reforms. One significant issue in the current electoral system is the strong ...
National landfills are currently exceeding capacity, and by 2045, Indonesia could generate 82 million tons of waste per year. Much of this waste may not be properly managed, posing a serious...
The government’s implementation of budget efficiency measures is feared to also affect the sustainability of mass media in the country, as the share of advertising spending in the media wi...
The surge in homecoming traffic is unavoidable during long holiday seasons and religious festivities. Travelers have become familiar with traffic congestion, especially ahead of Lebaran.
President Prabowo Subianto’s policy of cutting budgets across several ministries has extended to regional governments.
In recent weeks, several media outlets have reported a decline in young people’s interest in science, particularly physics.
The plan to establish the Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Management Agency, also known as BPI Danantara, has drawn significant public attention.
President Prabowo Subianto inaugurated 481 regional heads in a ceremony held at the Presidential Palace Complex in Jakarta on Thursday (Feb. 20).
A new social media trend has gone viral recently with the hashtag #KaburAjaDulu, widely shared by Indonesian youth. This hashtag gained traction after some officials questioned the nationali...
The government is suspected of attempting to broaden military appointments by revising Law Number 34 of 2004 concerning the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI).