Indonesia

The Ministry of Environment and the Bali Government will launch a national pilot project for full waste segregation in Bali starting from 1 Jul 2026, across households, village communities, markets, hotels, and offices. The next phase will involve ending open dumping across Indonesia by 1 Aug 2026. The ban on disposing of organic waste at landfills, which took effect on 1 Apr 2026, has reduced waste volumes in Denpasar and Bandung by 60% within weeks. Bali’s waste-sorting compliance has reached 87%, and more than 100,000 composters have been distributed by the local government

The World Bank estimates Indonesia’s economy will grow slowly to 5% in 2026 due to increasing fiscal strain from spending programs and the increase in fuel subsidies. The forecast is lower than Indonesia’s projections of 5.4%-6%

The Indonesian Embassy in South Korea has introduced the “Go Beyond Ordinary” campaign to promote destinations beyond Bali, aiming to drive greater demand for luxury, wellness, golf, and MICE travel. This was launched during the Seoul International Travel Fair (SITF) 2026, held at COEX in Seoul from 4 to 7 Jun 2026. Indonesia welcomed 498,682 South Korean visitors in 2025, +13.97% YoY

The President has reaffirmed Indonesia’s long-standing non-aligned foreign policy and said Indonesia is looking to build constructive relations with all countries while avoiding military alliances

The deadly floods and landslides in Sumatra in 2025 have wiped out at least 7% of the total population, or at least 58, of the critically endangered Tapanuli orangutan, based on a report by Borneo Futures, World Weather Attribution, and Liverpool John Moores University. The flood was previously reported to have killed 1,200 people and damaged around 300,000 homes. The environmental groups have blamed these damages on the rapid deforestation of Sumatra island

The Secretary General of the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) said the visa-free policy has been effective in encouraging foreign tourist arrivals. He thinks this policy will help to reduce the cost of travel, especially with the increase in aviation fuel

Pertamina has increased its fuel prices by 32.1% for Pertamax (RON 92), raising the price to 16,250 IDR per litre from 12,300 IDR per litre. The price of Pertamax Green (RON 95 blended with ethanol) has also increased by 31.8%, to 17,000 IDR per litre from 12,900 IDR per litre

Indonesia is expecting an increase in forest fire risks from the dry season in Aug, according to the Meteorological Agency. From Jan to 8 Jun 2026, the agency recorded about 1,700 hotspots, a sharp increase YoY. Riau, Jambi, South Sumatra, West Kalimantan, Central Kalimantan and South Kalimantan are on alert for forest and land fires

The Tourism Ministry has expressed support for the BRI Jazz Gunung Series 2026, to strengthen mountain tourism and boost economic activity in host regions. The event will culminate at the Jiwa Jawa Resort Bromo Amphitheatre from 24-25 Jul 2026, featuring musicians from Indonesia and abroad. The two events in the series will be held on 27 Jun 2026 at Mount Slamet in Banyumas, Central Java, and on 25 Jul 2026 at Mount Bromo in Probolinggo, East Java

Bank Indonesia (BI) has increased interest rates by 25 basis points on 9 Jun to 5.5% to stabilise the IDR as the currency continues to reach record lows. IDR strengthened to 18,075 IDR per USD after this announcement, a day after it dropped to a record low of 18,190 IDR per USD. The IDR experienced its lowest and steepest drop since 2020 in the past 3 weeks

Singapore and Indonesia will conduct a joint study on the technology sector in the Batam, Bintan and Karimun (BBK) region to identify future opportunities and to transform the region into a “vibrant digital hub”. This was discussed at the 16th Singapore-Indonesia Six Bilateral Economic Working Groups Ministerial Meeting in Jakarta on 9 Jun, co-chaired by the Singapore Deputy Prime Minister and Indonesian Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs. The discussion involved 6 areas: investments, manpower, transport, tourism, agribusiness, and the development of the BBK region and other special economic zones

The Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) supports the Tourism Ministry’s move to regulate foreign online travel agent (OTA) platforms that do not have offices in Indonesia and illegal accommodation in the country. The General Chair of the Indonesian Travel Agent Association (ASTINDO) agreed with this and added that this policy can help to attract more quality foreign tourists

The Jakarta Government Car Free Day (CFD), implemented once a week, has been effective in helping reduce vehicle emissions while lowering air pollution levels in Jakarta city. The Jakarta Environment Office said PM2.5 around Hotel Indonesia (HI) Roundabout has dropped during the CFD event on 7 Jun by around 31%. He added that changing people’s travel habits is one of the important steps towards improving Jakarta’s air quality

The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) confirmed observation of minor tsunami waves ranging from 9cm to 18cm at 3 observation points following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake in the Sulawesi Sea on 8 Jun

The Tourism Ministry will step up supervision and coordination with relevant agencies, including the National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS), to improve response time and operational effectiveness. The Ministry will coordinate with the management of natural tourist destinations to supervise hiking trails in volcanoes. This follows the recent incident involving 3 deaths in Mount Dukono

Bali Governor stated bilateral ties between Bali and St. Petersburg are getting stronger, especially in the education, tourism, and sports sectors. He also said both regions could develop a two-way tourism promotion, and it could encourage more Balinese people to visit Russia, especially St. Petersburg

Indonesia has launched the 2026 Tourism Safety Program to improve and standardise safety standards, risk mitigation, and emergency response at tourist destinations nationwide. The programme is one of five flagship initiatives for 2026, alongside tourism village development, quality tourism, “Event by Indonesia”, and Tourism 5.0

Indonesia is opening up opportunities for Russian companies to be part of the development of its railway corridors

A weak Indonesian rupiah has encouraged more visitors from Malaysia. The President of the Melaka Tourism Association said the lower rupiah offers an advantage for Malaysians travelling to Indonesia for holidays, weddings, shopping, and the purchase of raw materials for import, while also improving the competitiveness of exports. She added that younger Malaysians prefer destinations such as Lombok, Bali, Yogyakarta and Komodo Island, while older generations favour Jakarta, Bandung, Batam, Surabaya and Yogyakarta for shopping. On 5 Jun, the rupiah reached IDR18,050 against the USD

Following the US sanctions on Cuba, Indonesia’s hotel chain Archipelago International has exited from Cuba and stated they will resume operation if the situation improves. Several other international hotels also confirmed they are reducing their presence in Cuba ahead of the 12 Jun deadline from the US

The Ministry of Tourism is proposing a visa-free scheme for 8 countries, including: Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, New Zealand, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Macau and Permanent Residents of Singapore. As of 27 May, 1,444 international flights had been cancelled to Indonesia due to the Middle East conflict, losing 160,052 international tourists

Bali’s Governor has underlined the islands’ initiatives to address waste and congestion, with a waste-to-energy plant completed by late 2027, and an aim to be trash-free by 2028. He noted that tourism provides 66% of Bali’s economy, and that in Jan-May 2026, hotel and restaurant tax revenue reached 2.89 trillion IDR. For international arrivals, he reported that in Apr 2026, Bali saw a 9% decline, and a 7% decline in May, due to the conflict in the Middle East

The OECD has forecast that Indonesia’s GDP will decline to 4.7% in 2026 (down from its 4.8% forecast in March), and then grow to 5.0% in 2027 in its June Economic Outlook. It projects inflation to grow to 3.4% in 2026, and called for the government to support the public with targeted energy subsidies and a faster deployment of renewable energy

Bali is hosting the Asian 12th Open Water Championship 2026 from 13-15 Jun 2026 in the waters off InterContinental Bali Resort, Jimbaran Bay, gathering athletes from 17 Asian countries

Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki on Flores Island erupted on 5 Jun, causing disruptions, including to the airport operations in Maumere involving 5 domestic flights

Grab Indonesia CEO denied they are exiting the Indonesian market, and said they are committed to supporting the digital economy of Indonesia and will align their business operations with government policy. Recently, Indonesia announced a cap on commissions charged on app-connected on-demand motorcycle riders to 8% from the 20% previously charged. She added Grab accounts for around 50% of Indonesia’s ride-hailing and online delivery industry, and helped to create an estimated 4.6 million economic opportunities through the digitalisation of MSMEs. Gran has allocated 100 billion IDR under its “Grab untuk Indonesia” program to support driver-partners. Grab Chief Financial Officer said that they will look into the fare structure and the business model for bikes, as the cap on commissions is huge

The Indonesian President warned that he will not tolerate corruption after he fired the Head of the free meals program and two deputies. The Head of the Nutrition Agency was arrested as a suspect in a corruption investigation  

IDR dropped to a record low of 18,000 against USD on 4 Jun, a 7% drop since the beginning of 2026 and became Asia’s worst-performing currency

Indonesia’s Parliament has passed new law to allow Bank Indonesia, Financial Services Authority, and Indonesia Deposit Insurance Corporation to play a larger role in supporting economic growth of Indonesia

The Bali Statistics Agency has reported a decline of international tourists to Bali in Apr 2026 of -6.4% YoY, but star-rated hotel occupancy increased to 57.94%, up 0.71pp YoY

Indonesia reported its foreign exchange earnings reached $4.05 billion USD in Q1 2026, +6.3% YoY. Indonesia welcomed 4.68 million international tourists in Jan-Apr, +8.24% YoY

Indonesia welcomed 1.25 million international arrivals in Apr, +7.22% YoY and +14.75% MoM, the highest since 2020 according to Statistics Indonesia (BPS). Overall from Jan-Apr 2026, Indonesia welcomed 4.68 million international visitors, +8.24% YoY. Malaysia is the largest source of visitors in Apr, accounting for 16.65% of total arrivals, Australia at 12.65%, and China at 10.73%. BPS attributed seasonal factors, such as holiday periods in Australia and France, to the increase in international arrivals. Bali Airport and Jakarta Airport accounted for nearly 88% of all international arrivals via air. However, domestic tourist trips dropped to 97.55 million in Apr, -24.14% YoY and -22.79% MoM. This is due to the Eid al-Fitr holiday falling in late Mar 2026 and early Apr 2026, boosting travel activity in Mar. West Java, East Java, and Central Java remain the largest source of domestic travellers, but posted a double-digit drop compared to MoM. Eid al-Adha is expected to boost domestic travel; however, rising jet fuel prices have made domestic airfares expensive. Hotel occupancy of star-rated hotels increased by 1.85 percentage points YoY to 48.83%

Mount Rinjani National Park Office in West Nusa Tenggara advised tourists and hikers to prepare for colder temperatures during mountain activities as the region enters dry season

The Vesak Day celebration was held at Borobudur Temple in Magelang, Central Java, on 31 May under the theme "Dharma as a Source of Morals and Wisdom”. The Indonesian Buddhist Representative Council (WALUBI) and the Indonesian Mahanikaya Buddhist Religious Council (MBMI) organised the event with the support of the central and regional governments

The Indonesian Ministry of Tourism will work with the Indonesian Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH) to speed up halal certification of MSME products in 1,500 tourism villages. Through this collaboration, 31,548 halal certificates have been issued across 1,116 tourism villages in 34 provinces in Indonesia, according to the Tourism Minister. 123 entrepreneurs with 139 products have officially secured halal certification as of 30 May in Jatimulyo Tourism Village

Agoda’s survey found that Asian travellers are taking frequent and shorter trips, instead of a once-a-year holiday, giving rise to the “perpetual traveller”. In Indonesia, 32% of travellers plan to take 11 or more trips in 2026. Agoda also reported that 73% of Asian Gen Z travellers take 1 to 6 trips annually, and stay for not more than 7 days. Interest in secondary destinations across Asia has increased 15% faster than traditional tourism hubs over the past two years, including Japanese cities such as Takamatsu (+63%), Matsuyama (+44%), and Sendai (+32%). Hotels with advanced localisation report 59% stronger RevPAR impact, 95% of hotels said repeat bookings have increased, and 91% said the guests are willing to pay more per room

During the 2026 Eco Tourism Week – Wonderful Indonesia Sustainable Tourism Industry Forum (WI-STIF) in Bali, Indonesia’s Tourism Minister encouraged tourism businesses to adopt Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles to enhance competitiveness and support sustainable tourism transformation. She also highlighted the Clean Tourism Movement, which aims to raise awareness of cleanliness and sanitation at tourism destinations, in line with the Indonesia ASRI (Safe, Healthy, Clean, and Beautiful) Movement

The Tourism Minister asked investors to look beyond Bali, especially Canggu, Seminyak, Uluwatu, and Ubud. She added there are other tourism destinations which can be developed responsibly and sustainably

The Indonesian President visited Paris, France, on 28 May for a state visit, where both countries agreed to cooperate in higher education, research, and innovation. Indonesia and France agreed to organise the Joint Working Group on Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship, in Jul 2026 in Angers, France, and the France-Indonesia Year of Innovation 2026

The annual inflation rate is expected to reach 2.97% in May 2026 vs 2.52% in Apr 2026, according to a Reuters poll, reaching the upper end of Bank Indonesia’s (BI) target range due to an increase of non-subsidised fuel, airfares, and cooking oil. BI targets inflation within 1.5% to 3.5% in 2026 and 2027

WebBeds and Archipelago Hotels will expand their partnership to build a more connected distribution ecosystem as regional hotel brands continue to expand their international strategies. In the next phase, both companies will work on marketing activation and deeper distribution integration to support Archipelago Hotels’ expansion across global markets

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) will stop its free nutritious meals program during school holidays and weekends to cut down on costs. Previously, the program was run 6 days a week - now it will run for 5 days. 2026 allocation for this program will be reduced from 335 trillion IDR to 268 trillion IDR, as part of the budget efficiency policy

The Tourism Minister urged gastronomic services to be improved to boost the tourism competitiveness of Indonesia. Recently, Indonesia received the New Destination Champion Award 2026 by La Liste in Paris, France. She added that local restaurants such as August in Jakarta and Locavore NXT in Bali are in this year’s list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants

The Chief Economist at Trimegah Sekuritas Indonesia warned that the IDR has entered an excessive depreciation phase and is weaker than “Indonesia’s actual economic capacity”. He also added that the IDR is shaped by economic fundamentals, global pressures, domestic policy direction, and uncertainty of Indonesia’s economic process. On 28 May, IDR traded 17,858 against USD, weaker than the 2026 state budget assumption of 16,500 IDR against USD

The 12th edition of the Bali and Beyond Travel Fair (BBTF) 2026 was launched on 28 May with a gala dinner at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali and the travel mart was held from 29-30 May at the Bali International Convention Centre. The event was held under the theme “Redefining Indonesia’s Gastronomy Journey: A Celebration of Taste, Cultures, and Sustainable Heritage”. It featured 407 buyers from 44 countries, 286 sellers from 4 countries, and 13 provinces of Indonesia

The 21st edition of the Indonesia Travel Fair 2026 will be held from 29-31 May at Jakarta International Convention Centre, alongside the 7th Indonesia Wellness & Health Tourism Expo, targeting over 30,000 visitors and transactions of over 60 billion IDR. The event will feature travel agents, airlines, tourism boards, hospitals, and healthcare institutions. Indonesia Health and Tourism Society Chairman stated that nearly all major hospital networks are taking part in the event, representing over 300 quality hospitals

AirAsia MOVE data shows the overall Southeast Asia tourism market in 2026 will continue to grow despite the uncertainty of the global economy and geopolitics. AirAsia MOVE Head for Thailand said Q1 2026 travel insights show that: More than 89% of all bookings in MOVE are within the ASEAN region The highest booking volumes on the platform are for Malaysia and Thailand The average booking window is 14-30 days Due to economic uncertainty and volatile travel costs, tourists are monitoring the situation before purchasing tickets. They also look at promotions, oil prices, and safety before deciding The top 3 destinations in ASEAN are Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Bali Outside ASEAN, Kunming, China; Tokyo, Japan; and New Delhi, India, are popular destinations European and American travellers continue to show interest in travelling to ASEAN, especially Thailand and Bali The report also shows in Indonesia: Millennial users account for 35% and Gen Z at 32% Solo travel accounts for 58% of the market, +30% YoY Travellers book an average of 25 days in advance and have an average trip duration of three days Indonesians value independence and experiences over luxury, as they prefer spending their budget on local experiences, activities, and food rather than high-end accommodation

Coordinating Economy Minister stated that the government’s work-from-home policy managed to save subsidised gasoline (Pertalite) by almost 9% in Apr and May 2026. Following the savings, the government has decided to continue this policy, covering over 5 million civil servants in central and regional government offices. The program, which began on 1 Apr is now extended until the end of Jul. The measures also include rationing of subsidised fuel sales, cutting officials’ government vehicle use by half and their work travel budget by 50% for domestic trips and 70% for overseas trips. The government has estimated that this policy will bring 65 trillion IDR savings, depending on the duration of this policy

The Ministry of Tourism will initiate action against 1,600 unlicensed accommodations listed on Online Travel Agency (OTA) platforms if they fail to register by 1 Aug 2026

Indonesia’s Tourism Ministry and OTA partners have developed an API-based verification system to ensure all accommodations listed on OTA platforms hold a valid business licence. Operators will be required to provide a Business Identification Number (NIB), Indonesia Standard Industrial Classification (KBLI), and Business Activity Number (NKU), with the system targeted for launch by Jun 2027. The initiative aims to promote a fair and competitive tourism industry and support sustainable tourism growth. Since Mar 2025, the ministry, regional governments, and nine OTA partners have educated 1,500 operators on NIB registration. As of 20 May 2026, short-term accommodation businesses registered in the OSS system increased 46.5% compared to 31 Mar 2026, with villa accommodations recording the highest growth at 76.4%

President Prabowo has guaranteed food self-sufficiency in rice, corn and protein

Jakarta is planning to open a train station at Jakarta International Stadium, which is expected to boost its accessibility for large-scale events

The Minister of Tourism has said that sporting events are driving tourism, noting that they have an average spend of $1,500 USD per trip. The Ministry will support the 2026 Geopark Run Series, a run taking place in 4 national parks: Ijen, Minang, Ciletuh and Belitong. It will start in mid-Aug at Ijen, and finish in April 2027 in Belitung

The Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry will introduce a 5% bioethanol (E5) gasoline program in Jul, running alongside the E20 biodiesel mandate. The mandatory use of E5 bioethanol for public service obligation (PSO) purposes was initially planned to be launched in 2020, with E20 enforcement planned for 2025. The Ministry’s Renewables Director General stated the initial rollout will focus on regions next to domestic ethanol supply sources. She also highlighted the planned increase in palm oil content in the biodiesel mandate from B40 to B50. The Energy Minister has ordered all raw materials for the E5 program to be sourced domestically. The 2026 E5 rollout will begin in East Java, Jakarta, West Java, Banten, Central Java, and Yogyakarta initially before expanding to Bali in 2027. For the 2028-2030 period, E10 blending will be introduced

The Indonesian Ministry of Immigration and Corrections said the Golden Visa will be a good solution for global talents and the diaspora looking to contribute to Indonesia’s economy. The visa policy was launched in 2024 with a 5 to 10-year stay. As of 18 May, 1,274 visas have been issued under the Golden Visa scheme, with investments reaching 52.1 trillion IDR

The Bali Governor wrote an open letter to tourists thanking them for paying the Bali Tourism Tax Levy and asked all tourists to comply with guidelines when visiting Bali. Bali is entering the peak travel season, with over 60,000 people visiting the island daily

Bali Zoo introduced a new elephant program with a focus on education and animal welfare, after ending the elephant riding activities in early 2026. Visitors can observe elephants in a more natural environment through guided tours led by zoo rangers and mahouts

The Association of Indonesian Travel Agents (ASTINDO) organised the ASTINDO Nusantara Travel Exchange (ANTX) 2026, a B2B tourism event at Grand Saudi Jaya Hotel Jakarta on 18 May. There were tabletop business matching sessions, networking sessions, and presentations from strategic partners, including Easy Link and IATA. Over 180 travel agents took part in the event. During the event, ASTINDO signed an MoU with El John Media Group and PT Gapura Angkasa to strengthen tourism collaboration in Indonesia

Bank Indonesia increased its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points (bps) as part of an effort to stabilise the IDR from depreciation. The Governor stated this move is a “pre-emptive measure” to ensure inflation is within the government’s target range of 2.5% (+-1%) in 2025 and 2027. IDR increased to around 17,600 IDR against the USD after reaching 17,800 on 19 May, a record low

Indonesia is targeting to provide electricity access to 8,000 unelectrified locations by 2029, reaching remote villages and underserved regions, according to Energy Ministry officials. In 2025, 1,500 locations connected to electricity networks

The President announced the government is looking for an economic growth at 5.8% to 6.5% in 2027, and reaching the target of 8% growth by 2029. The President told the Parliament on 20 May that they set the deficit for 2027 at 1.8% to 2.4% of GDP, below the legal cap of 3%. The IDR is projected to trade between 16,800 and 17,500 per USD in 2027

The Tourism Minister listed three major challenges during the National Tourism Coordination Meeting in Jakarta on 20 May. The challenges are geopolitical conflict in the Middle East, shifting market trends, and climate change. She added that domestically, tourism businesses are facing challenges such as the development of tourism business models, limited infrastructure, and safety practices in tourism activities. To address these challenges, the Ministry has prepared 5 initiatives, such as improving tourism safety, developing tourist villages, improving quality tourism, Events by Indonesia, and Tourism 5.0. Tourism 5.0 will help the tourists to find personalised tours through digital platforms

Indonesia has increased monitoring measures at its international entry points following the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) declaration of the Ebola outbreak in Africa as an international health emergency. The government is coordinating with hospitals and public health agencies to improve early detection and response capacities

Indonesian rupiah has dropped to 17,600 IDR per USD last week, past its worst performance of 16,800 IDR recorded during the 1998 monetary crisis. The Governor of Bank Indonesia was questioned in parliament over the depreciation of the IDR, and some members of Parliament even called for his resignation. The President, however, downplayed the concern and stated the food and energy supplies for Indonesia are secured

Agoda’s 2026 Travel Outlook survey shows that 69% of Indonesians are choosing family travel as the top choice, higher than Asia’s average of 52%, followed by Vietnam (61%), Malaysia (59%), Taiwan (58%) the Philippines (55%), Thailand (50%), South Korea (50%), India (40%), and Japan (32%)

The Ministry of Villages and Development of Disadvantaged Regions encourages the development of the Tourism Village program in the Anyer-Carita-Cinangka area in Banten. The Minister attended the opening of a resort in Carita Sub-district, Serang District, Banten on 17 May. The tourism villages being developed will collaborate with several hotels in the area to offer tour packages to attract visitors

The Ministry of Religious Affairs announced that Eid al-Adha 2026 will be observed on 27 May

Bali collected 369 billion IDR in 2025 from the Bali Tourism Tax Levy. 96% of the levy was paid before the tourist flew to Bali. Bali Governor said they are working with partners, including central government ministries, international airlines, and Online Travel Agent (OTA) companies such as Trip.com, Tiket.com, Traveloka, Agoda, and Booking.com, to expand the socialisation of the policy. In 2024, only 2.1 million out of 6.3 million international tourists or 32%, paid the levy, totalling 318 billion IDR. All levy fees collected will be deposited directly into the Bali Provincial Government’s account before being redistributed to the regional treasury. The funds are being used to support the preservation of Balinese culture, environmental protection, and the development of tourism infrastructure. The Bali Tourism Tax Levy funds have been audited by the Supreme Audit Agency

Data from Agoda shows that Indonesian travellers are choosing short domestic travel during the Labour Day holiday to destinations with nature, culture, and easy accessibility. Yogyakarta recorded 61% YoY increase in accommodation searchers, followed by Surakarta, +117% YoY, Bandung (+61%), Malang (+35%), Semarang (+60%), Puncak (+192%), and Bogor (+70%)

PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero) has strengthened its ferry services on the Ajibata-Ambarita route, Lake Toba, North Sumatra, for a smooth mobility of tourists during the long Ascension Day holiday from 14 to 17 May. The General Manager of the company said that from Jan-Apr 2026, the route recorded 106,856 passengers and 28,125 vehicles. The company also operates several other routes such as Balige–Onanrunggu–Muara via KMP Kaldera Toba, Sibolga–Gunung Sitoli, and the Telukdalam–Tello Island route

The BBWI Travel Fair x BINA 2026 was held at Tunjungan Plaza in Surabaya, East Java, from 15-17 May, highlighting domestic travel. The fair was held under the theme School Holiday Stories, and traditional booths were replaced by an immersive, interactive Kampung Main Indonesia (Indonesian Playground) booth. The event was organised by the Ministry of Tourism and the Indonesian Shopping Centre Tenants and Retailers Association (HIPPINDO) through its Shop in Indonesia Only (BINA) program, and supported by the East Java Province Culture and Tourism Agency

Deputy Minister of Manpower said the government is committed to preventing layoffs triggered by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. He added they will take precautionary measures against any potential layoffs. The unemployment rate is currently at 4.3%, equivalent to 7.4 million people. The government will increase the participant quota for the National Internship Program from 100,000 to 150,000 people in 2026. The government is offering 70,000 slots for national vocational training programs for senior high school and vocational high school graduates in the job training centres

Jakarta is looking at Cannes, France, to develop an economic model driven by tourism and creative events. The Cannes Film Festival attracts 45,000 visitors annually. The tourism sector in Cannes contribute 40% of its economy. The Jakarta Deputy Governor led a delegation to meet the Cannes Deputy Mayor in Cannes on 14 May. He added Jakarta is interested in establishing cooperation with the Cannes government to increase Jakarta’s international exposure, though capacity-building programs