AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEl Niño Watch: Indonesia is bracing for a likely El Niño this year, with the UN weather agency warning of moderate-to-strong conditions that could mean hotter days, drought risk, and heavier rain swings. Forest Fire Alert: Riau has declared a forest and land fire emergency status ahead of the dry season to speed up coordination and response. Inflation & Trade: Indonesia’s May annual inflation rose to 3.08% as exports grew and the country posted a trade surplus in the first four months. Plastic-to-Fuel Push: BRIN unveiled a second-generation pyrolysis system to turn plastic waste into industrial fuel, aiming to scale processing capacity. Defense Ties: Indonesia and Qatar signed steps toward deeper defense cooperation, including joint training and education, with a broader agreement in the works. Corruption Case: Gojek founder Nadiem Makarim, in his final defense plea, warned investors are getting spooked by legal risks amid his laptop procurement graft trial. Health & Economy: Indonesia plans earlier liver-disease detection at puskesmas, while halal is cited as a major GDP contributor. Jamu Boost: BPOM says Indonesia’s jamu market could reach Rp1.2 trillion, pushing for better standards and processing. Digital Safety: Malaysia began enforcing a ban on social media accounts for children under 16, a move that could influence regional debate including Indonesia.
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