Stories from Indonesia

Parts of Jakarta have sunk by more than 20 centimeters in the last 100 years. This sinking is attributed to land subsidence, raising concerns about the city's future. Indonesia is planning to relocate its capital city. Jakarta, the current capital, faces sinking issues due to excessive groundwater extraction. Parts of Jakarta are sinking up to 25 centimeters per year, with Venice sinking over 20 centimeters in the last century. The cities were built on sandy or muddy soil, causing the ground to give way under building weight.

Parts of Jakarta have subsided by more than 20 centimeters over the last 100 years. This land subsidence is a environmental concern for the city.

Computer keyboards and mice are identified as media for bacterial spread. Keyboards rank as the most contaminated, followed by computer mice. Washing hands with soap after touching these devices is recommended to prevent illness. A link has been established between the spread of bacteria and the frequent use of certain devices.

A mobile vegetable seller in Lampung, Indonesia, has been saving between Rp 5,000 and Rp 10,000 daily for years to fund her Hajj pilgrimage.

The financial services sector in Indonesia grew by 7.92 percent, marking its highest growth rate since 2021.

The Kuru Huitan coastal infrastructure project in Lebak Regency, Banten, has reached full completion. Local government officials and the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries are currently finalizing administrative processes to ensure functional operations by June 2026. The project aims to establish the coastal area as a new economic hub for fishing communities in South Lebak. Uunyunan, the Head of the Fisheries Office for Lebak Regency, confirmed the project status. Kemenag Kulon Progo conducts IT competency tests for PPPK in Indonesia. Local authorities in Cikuruh Wetan, Cikguesi district, have completed coastal infrastructure improvements. The project focused on repairing neighborhood roads and sanitation facilities to transform the area from a slum into an organized coastal zone. Asset management handover is scheduled for June following data validation.

Fuel prices for rice harvesting are reportedly selling for approximately 12,000 Indonesian Rupiah per litre. Negotiations regarding the Strait of Hormuz may involve reopening the waterway to reduce leverage in nuclear talks. The conflict is expected to impact eight oil-exporting countries, with nations like Iraq and Iran facing additional economic difficulties due to a lack of reserves. Approximately 95% of certain regional revenues are derived from oil. The investment bank predicts Brent crude could reach an average of $90 per barrel in the fourth quarter. This revision follows recent discussions regarding vessel transit in the region. Fuel prices in Southeast Asia have reached approximately 12,000 jet per litre, which is roughly $3 per litre. The price surge impacts farmers who rely on loans for fertilizer and machinery.

The financial services sector in Indonesia has achieved a growth rate of 7.92 percent, marking its highest increase since 2021. Kredit Pintar reported loan disbursements reaching 9.5 trillion Rupiah during this period.

Jakarta Head of Bina Marga Heru Suwondo reported that road damage in the DKI Jakarta area is caused by poor sub-layer conditions. The deterioration is attributed to ongoing utility excavations. Suwondo stated that repairs scheduled for this year will utilize a different method involving the use of concrete along the affected stretches.

The Palembang city government inaugurated the Bukit Kecil Bedug Market to stimulate MSME growth. Local economic data indicates a growth rate of 5.8 percent for the region.