Asia Indonesia Indonesia will build a dedicated “Hajj village” about 400 meters from the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia; the project, part of deepened Jakarta–Riyadh cooperation, aims to ease pilgrimage logistics for Indonesian worshippers
Asia Indonesia The prediction platform Polymarket has been blocked after bets emerged on President Prabowo Subianto’s presidency; Authorities cited regulatory concerns, highlighting Jakarta’s stricter stance on online betting and politically sensitive digital content
Asia Indonesia The House of Representatives is pushing to lead revisions to election laws in Indonesia, amid stalled talks with the government; The dispute could affect oversight, candidate requirements and institutional balance
Asia Indonesia Officials in East Jakarta faced backlash after using an AI-generated image to respond to a public complaint, raising concerns over transparency; The fact highlight risks of using AI in public communication without clear disclosure or verification
Asia Indonesia To limit students’ screen time in schools, reduce digital dependence and support healthier learning habits a new policy is being planned that would guide teachers in integrating devices while encouraging more balanced classroom activities