Edisi : Senin, 14 September 2026 - Magz TEMPO

Tempo’s investigative team uncovered a political and power network behind the illegal cigarette business. It is growing more widespread and more entrenched.

The government does not use excise as an instrument for tobacco control or state revenue. The problem is compounded by illegal cigarettes.

House Commission XI Chair Mukhamad Misbakhun is alleged to be involved in the cigarette excise stamp trade. Cigarette manufacturers are scrambling for illegal stamps.

Several surveys show declining electability of parties backing the Prabowo Subianto administration. They are beginning to criticize the President’s troubled priority programs.

Finance Minister Purbaya’s maneuvers to patch the budget sparked controversy, shifting the burden onto businesses, local governments, and state-owned enterprises.

Surging oil prices threaten Indonesia’s currency and public finances. Expect no remedy from the President.

The KPK arrested the rector of Jenderal Soedirman University on suspicion of extorting prospective students seeking admission through the independent track. Similar practices occur at other universities.

Disasters are not limited to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. BMKG Chief Teuku Faisal Fathani explains other types of disasters.

A reader shares his views on presidential candidacy requirements and his assessment of the current House of Representatives.

Fascists view the opposition as an ontologically illegitimate element. In Indonesia, this view is more of a residual phenomenon.

RESIDENTS sift through the East Flood Canal in Duren Sawit, Jakarta, on September 5, 2026, searching for tubifex worms. The tiny aquatic worms are prized as feed for ornamental fish, especially betta fish. Tempo/Tony Hartawan

This year, Indonesia and India mark 75 years of diplomatic relations. However, the ties between the two nations have existed much longer, predating the establishment of the Republic of Indonesia and the Republic of India. These connections span social, cultural, religious, economic, and trade aspects. But do those close ties of the past have any bearing on the present relationship? Why is there no direct flight between the capitals of the two countries?

Indian Ambassador to Indonesia and Timor-Leste, Sandeep Chakravorty, shares his views on this matter at TEMPO TALKS.