Will Indonesia Cut TNI and Police Budgets? Palace Responds

Minister of State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi at the DPR Building, Senayan, Jakarta, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Tempo/Ervana

Rupiah Strengthens as Fiscal Worries Subside

The rupiah strengthened 60 points to Rp17,888 per US dollar at Wednesday's close, up 0.33 percent from Rp17,948 previously.

Prabowo Plans Budget Cuts for TNI-Police

President Prabowo signaled budget cuts for the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) and National Police.

What Are BGN's Fiscal Year 2025 Arrears?

BGN Deputy Head Agustina said that the outstanding bills will be paid through the Budget Implementation List mechanism for the year 2026.

Today's Top 3 News: Is the LGBT Community Causing Surge in HIV/AIDS?

Here is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today.

A Tug-of-War Over Idle Budget Funds

The tug-of-war over the placement of excess budget balance (SAL) funds has shaken banks. Major risks have emerged as lenders scramble for liquidity.

Risky Budget Balance Acrobatics

The Financial Minister is withdrawing excess budget balance (SAL) funds from banks, triggering new fiscal and banking problems.

KPK Issues 10 Recommendations on Free Meals Program

Aminuddin, the KPK Deputy for Prevention, explained that his party provided the BGN with ten study recommendations.

Indonesia's Annual Climate Spending Averages Rp73.5 Trillion

The average Indonesian expenditure to address climate issues reached Rp73.5 trillion per year during the 2018-2024 period

Indonesia Won't Cut Free Meal Budget Per Serving, Purbaya Says

The budget for the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program was cut from Rp335 trillion to Rp268 trillion under the government's efficiency measures.

6 Indonesian Ministries, Agencies Seeking Larger 2027 Budgets

The request was made after the indicative budget allocation for each institution for the 2027 fiscal year was determined.