AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRupiah & growth pressure: The World Bank expects Indonesia’s growth to slow to 5% in 2026, citing fiscal strain from big spending and higher fuel-subsidy costs after the Iran war, with limited room to maneuver as the rupiah weakens. Fuel & cost of living: Indonesia’s retail sales fell 3.2% year-on-year in May, with food and telecom equipment among the biggest drags—another sign of household pressure. Free meals overhaul: The government says the MBG program’s kitchen network jumped to 27,877 units, up 6,877 from the plan, and will be restructured within a month after concerns about incentive spending. Bali waste sorting: Bali is now a national pilot for 100% waste segregation, with residents required to sort waste starting July 1, after earlier “shock therapy” landfill rules cut waste volumes. Maritime security: Indonesia’s Navy stepped up patrols in the North Natuna Sea after reports of foreign fishing vessels, while also foiling a rare-earth smuggling attempt near Batam. AI & data centers: STT GDC says it’s expanding Jakarta capacity for AI workloads, adding more facilities and building a 360MW+ pipeline. Sports: Indonesia qualified for the Women’s T20 Asia Cup after crushing Oman in the ACC Premier Cup quarter-finals. Crime & immigration: Bali immigration arrested an Australian Interpol fugitive trying to leave on a forged Brazilian passport, as authorities vow to keep Bali from becoming a criminal hideout.
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