AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFree Meals Overhaul: Indonesia’s National Nutrition Agency (BGN) says it will refocus the MBG programme on meal quality, not just hitting the 82m/83m beneficiary target, after leadership turmoil and corruption scrutiny. Anti-Graft Shake-Up: President Prabowo dismissed Deputy Minister Silmy Karim after KPK named him a suspect, with no replacement yet confirmed. Rupiah & Markets: The JCI slid about 2.5% in Friday’s first session as the rupiah hovered near Rp18,000 per US dollar, while a fact check rejects claims Bank Indonesia is deliberately weakening the currency. E-Commerce Rules: The trade ministry updated e-commerce regulations to formally include ride-hailing and online travel agents as PMSE organizers. AI for Creators: Meta launched an AI creator assistant on Facebook, offering personalized posting and performance insights, starting with creators in the US, Canada and India. Volcano Disruption: Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupted in Flores, sending ash high and forcing airport closures and flight disruptions. Digital Governance: Indonesia seeks Estonia’s expertise to boost digital governance and public services. BRICS Culture: BRICS culture working group meetings in Varanasi put the creative economy and ethical AI on the agenda.
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