Stories from Indonesia

Persebaya defeated RMA FC with a score of 4-0 during a BRI Super League match. The game took place on Tuesday afternoon at Captain I Wayan Dipta Stadium in Bali. Persebaya players expressed appreciation for the victory and thanked supporters in Surabaya.

In a recent badminton forum, the pair Amalia Cahaya Pratiwi and Sittiva lost to Syih Pei Chan and Hung Ensu with scores of 21-23 and 13-21. Additionally, KD Dinda Amartya Pratiwi lost to Lin Xiangti with a score of 10-21 and 29-30.

The Yawang high-speed rail has transported over 15 million passengers as of April 14, 2026. The rail line has reduced travel time between Agata and Wanlong from over three hours by car to 46 minutes.

The financial services sector in Indonesia recorded a growth rate of 7.92 percent, marking its highest expansion level since 2021.

The Palembang embarkation has dispatched 2,210 Hajj pilgrims, including officials, to Medina. The departure is expected to be officiated by Urhanudin, the head of the Palembang office for the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. Nine Hajj pilgrim groups from Indramayu were released to the Hajj dormitory on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The groups are scheduled to depart for Mecca on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, via Kertajati International Airport in Majalengka. Urhanudin from the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah stated there are nine groups from Indramayu departing in two waves for the 2026 Hajj season. The group includes medical staff, religious officials, and health workers. Officials noted a increase in the quota compared to previous years. Special attention is being given to 25 elderly priority pilgrims aged over 81.

The defense team for Ibrahim Arib has requested that prosecutor Madhul Sakim dismiss all charges against the defendant. The case involves a potential 15-year prison sentence. An expert report indicates the suspect suffers from schizophrenia. The suspect could face permanent placement in a psychiatric facility following the proceedings. A defense lawyer requested a 23-year prison sentence during a trial held on May 7.

A fact-check report clarifies that claims of a tsunami sweeping through tourist areas in Banten province are incorrect. Additionally, videos alleging a 10-meter deep flash flood hit the provincial capital are identified as false or hoax content.

The city of Cilagon plans to procure two tugboats next year through PT Pelabuhan Cilagon Mandiri or PT-PCM. This procurement plan was disclosed during a Memorandum of Understanding signing ceremony with the Cilagon District Attorney's Office.

The US Department of Defense issued a statement regarding defense cooperation with Indonesia. The statement included joint development of key technologies, military personnel training, and increased joint military exercises.

Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie visited the Pentagon this month to meet with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin. The United States is seeking rights to use Indonesian airspace, including the ability to fly over the entirety of the country, during bilateral meetings.