Aceh Sharia Enforcement: A young couple in conservative Aceh were publicly caned 21 times each after a sharia court convicted them of kissing during a TikTok livestream, sparking fresh debate over morality rules and online behavior. Indonesia–Belarus Diplomacy: President Prabowo met Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko and launched a 2026–2030 cooperation roadmap, with officials citing potential cooperation worth about US$500 million across agriculture, industry, trade, food security, science and HR. E-commerce Jobs & Restructuring: TikTok confirmed another round of workforce cuts at Tokopedia as it reorganises R&D, following similar efficiency moves at Lazada and Shopee. E-commerce Tax Collection: Indonesia will start collecting income tax via designated e-commerce platforms on Aug. 1, tightening how online sellers report and pay. Food Security Push: Police partnered with 12,420 MSMEs and built nutrition and rural infrastructure support for the Free Nutritious Meal program and local supply chains. Jakarta Municipal Bonds: Jakarta plans Rp 3.5 trillion in municipal bonds to ease fiscal pressure after central transfers were cut. Trade & Logistics: Business groups urged quarantine rules to be relaxed as logistics costs rise, while the government moves toward simpler single submission/inspection systems. Tourism for Muslims: Indonesia will develop 15 provinces as Muslim-friendly destinations and launch a dedicated Muslim-Friendly Travel page on Indonesia.travel. Disaster Watch: Flash floods and mudslides in Papua have killed dozens, with officials warning the toll may rise.