Indonesia has accepted Malaysia's offer of aircraft and firefighters to combat wildfires in West Kalimantan, even as indigenous and civil-society organizations file a class-action lawsuit against President Prabowo Subianto over his handling of the forest fires.
Perry Warjiyo stepped down as Bank Indonesia governor on July 25, 2026, two years before his term ended, citing personal reasons. His unexpected departure rattled financial markets, weakened the rupiah, and raised concerns about central bank independence under President Prabowo Subianto.
Hundreds to thousands of Indonesian students rallied in Jakarta on Friday to protest President Prabowo Subianto's spending priorities, recent gasoline price increases, and what they describe as wasteful welfare programs. Demonstrators warned of potential economic crisis and demanded lower fuel and food prices.
