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PLN Gradually Recovers Electricity Supply (0)
State-owned electricity firm PT PLN has recovered electric power to Balaraja Extra High Voltage substation in Banten Province, and furthermore it will be channeled to Suralaya steam-fueled power plant (PLTU) to gradually recover its operation to reach its capacity of 2800 MW of electricity.
In addition, power supply from Gandul Extra High Voltage substations in Depok, West Java Province, will be channeled to Muara Karang gas and steam power plant (PLTGU) to supply electricity to the Indonesian capital city, Jakarta.
Acting President Director of PLN Sripeni Inten Cahyani said here on Sunday that the power supply to Jakarta was expected to recover within three hours.
"We apologize for the inconvenience today, and currently all efforts have been made to recover the Java-Bali power system, especially in the area of West Java, Banten, and Jakarta," Cahyani said.
The company has focused on power supply to PLTGU Muara Karang and PLTGU Priok to recover the system in the capital city.
Previously, PLN has recovered the operation of hydro-generated power plant (PLTA) Saguling and PLTA Cirata which are functioned as power stabilizer, and, at the same time, supply the electricity to PLTU Suralaya through Cibinong, Depok, Gandul, Lengkok, Balaraja and Suralaya extra high voltage substations.
PLTU Suralaya is expected to return to its normal operation within six hours to normalize power system in West Java and Banten.
Blackout that affected thousands of homes and public facilities in West Java, Jakarta, and Banten was caused by several troubles in the extra high voltage 500 kV transmission of Ungaran - Pemalang.
"PLN has taken its best efforts and will have evaluation to prevent recurrence of today's incident," Cahyani said.
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October
Indonesia focusing on green economy to tackle climate crisis: Minister
Written by Nur Yasmin
The Indonesian Government is focusing on developing a green economy in order to not repeat the mistakes of developed countries, which encouraged economic development with little regard for the environment and caused the climate crisis.
Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan said on Monday that the government is committed to accelerating the low carbon economy transformation through decarbonization and energy transition.
"Indonesia will focus on avoiding the mistakes of developed countries in their previous growth strategies, which were not based on low carbon (development), thus causing the climate crisis," he observed during a webinar entitled “Global Recession Threats: Green Economy Transition at a Crossroad."
Hence, Indonesia is also actively promoting the concept of common but differentiated responsibilities (CBDR) to tackle the global climate crisis, he said.
According to data, Indonesia's CO2 emission level stands at 2.3 tons per capita, still far below the global average of 4.5 tons per capita, the coordinating minister noted. The figure is also significantly below the emissions level in developed countries, such as the United States, which is pegged at 14.7 tons per capita.
"It means that there is a need for proportional global emission reduction initiatives where developed countries must bear a much greater responsibility in contributing to mitigating the climate crisis we are facing," he said.
Indonesia announced more ambitious emissions reduction targets in its Enhanced Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) document, which was submitted to the secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) on September 23, 2022.
As per the document, the country has increased its emission reduction targets from 29 percent to 31.89 percent through its own efforts, and from 41 percent to 43.20 percent through international support.
Pandjaitan assured that although the targets have been increased, all attempts and strategies to achieve them would not interfere with Indonesia’s economic development.
"It is very important. Thus, I re-emphasize that whatever we do (to achieve the emission reduction targets), we must not disrupt our future economic growth," he stressed.
There are a number of efforts that are being and will be carried out by Indonesia, namely the electrification of the industry and economic activities, including the use of electric vehicles (EVs) as official government vehicles, he said.
In addition, the government is also focusing on attracting more investment in the green industry and value chain.
The government is also exploring strategies to maximize the economic value of carbon through the development and implementation of the carbon market and carbon tax, which can reduce emissions and optimize the potential of the blue carbon economy.
"A balance between economic growth and the energy transition is required. For example, the development of Kaltara (North Kalimantan province) Industrial Estate will use renewable energy of hydropower as the backbone of the industrial estate’s energy supply," the coordinating minister added. (Antaranews)
October
Australia Supports for the Peace School Initiative
Written by Nur Yasmin
Deputy Australian Ambassador to Indonesia Mr Steve Scott was in Solo on Monday, 24 October 2022 attending the launch of Sekolah Damai. Sekolah Damai is a partnership between the Wahid Foundation and the Australian and Indonesian Governments, working to support capacity-building of teachers and youth engagement on issues of peace, tolerance, inclusion and prevention of violent extremism. This initiative works across 60 high schools in Java including eight high schools in Central Java.
“Australia values its long-standing bilateral partnership with Indonesia, and the work we have done together to prevent violent extremism and to spread messages of tolerance and peace,” said Steve Scott, Deputy Ambassador of Australia to Indonesia.
“The integration of Sekolah Damai as a Central Java Provincial program has proven highly successful, and I am hopeful the program will continue this expansion,“ said Deputy Ambassador Scott.
During the launch, teachers and students of different faiths shared stories about their collaboration to cultivate mutual respect and understanding. The launch was also attended by the Governor of Central Java Ganjar Pranowo, the Mayor of Solo Gibran Rakabuming Raka and Ibu Yenny Wahid of the Wahid Foundation. (VOI)
October
Gov't says to continue structural reforms at APEC meeting
Written by Nur Yasmin
Deputy Finance Minister Suahasil Nazara while speaking at the 29th APEC Finance Ministers' Meeting in Bangkok, Thailand, said Indonesia would find new sources of economic growth and continue structural reforms after COVID-19 .
"For Indonesia, it is important to find new sources of growth and continue structural reforms, including infrastructure development," he said in a statement here on Sunday.
Indonesia also implemented three exit strategies, including returning the State Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APBN) deficit to pre-pandemic levels, obtaining liquidity for the central bank, and restoring prudential supervisory policies after tightening due to COVID-19.
"The three exit strategies need to be coordinated, including support from development partners, and communicated well, and it is necessary to maintain discussions with other countries regarding an adequate exit strategy," he said.
The 29th APEC FMM was chaired by Thai Minister of Finance Arkhom Termpittayapaisith amid increasing economic risks such as geopolitical fragmentation, volatility in energy and food prices, supply chain disruptions, weakening economic growth, tightening financial conditions, and climate change.
At the 2022 APEC Chair, Thailand carries two priority agendas for the financial pathway, namely sustainable financing and the digital economy. Indonesia also expressed its support for Thailand's priority agenda for sustainable financing.
"Indonesia has just updated its National Determined Contribution (NDC) to 31.89 percent with domestic resources and 43.2 percent with international support," said Nazara.
Indonesia, he said, would continue its commitment to reduce net zero emissions by 2060 or earlier, in collaboration with ADB through the establishment of the Energy Transition Mechanism (ETM) country platform and a plan to implement new tax regulations that include a carbon tax.
On the sidelines of his working visit in Bangkok, Nazara also held several bilateral meetings with partners, such as the US Deputy Secretary of Treasury, the Minister of Finance of Hong Kong, the State Minister of Finance of Japan, and the Minister of Finance of Thailand, to discuss the latest economic developments and support for the agenda of the 2023 ASEAN Indonesia's chairmanship. (antaranews)
October
37th TEI records transactions of US$2,94 billion
Written by Nur Yasmin
The 37th Trade Expo Indonesia (TEI) recorded transactions of US$2,94 billion until the closing of the offline exhibition on Saturday, Trade Minister Zulkifli Hasan stated.
"This is a big figure for us, but we certainly expect far more," he said while closing the 37th TEI here, Sunday.
"This transaction value is expected to further increase since the online TEI proceeds until December 19, 2022," he added.
The offline TEI was participated by 795 entrepreneurs, 3,226 buyers from 187 countries, as well as 27,063 visitors.
The transactions comprised goods and service transactions, daily transaction, business matching, and investment transactions.
According to Hasan, the countries with the biggest investment are the Netherlands with US$100 million for power supply, US$10 million from South Korea for agriculture investment, as well as US$1,5 million from Belgium for furniture.
The biggest offline transaction throughout the 37th TEI came from India with US$871,1 million, Japan US$568,9 million, and the United States US$197,3 million.
Meanwhile, 10 most frequently transacted products and export services comprised palm oil, paper and paper products, agricultural products, coal, processed foods, wood products, chemical products, furniture, electronics and electrical appliances, and spices.
The minister also gave his highest appreciation to the support from Indonesian government, partnering countries government, business actors, exporters, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and ambassadors.
"If we work together closely like this, InsyaAllah (God willing) the goal of becoming developed country by 2045 can be achieved," he remarked.
"We also laud the trade attaches, ITPCs, buyers, exhibitors, including organizers, and SOEs (State-Owned Enterprises)," he added.
He is also optimistic that the US$10 billion transaction target of TEI will be achieved this year. (Antaranews)
October
Health Ministry Ensures Stock of Covid-19 Vaccine is Still Safe
Written by Nur Yasmin
The Ministry of Health (Kemenkes) of the Republic of Indonesia (RI) ensures that the stock of the Covid-19 vaccine in Indonesia is still available. Deputy Minister of Health of the Republic of Indonesia Dante Saksono said the shortage of vaccines that occurred in a number of areas was due to distribution problems.
"So actually the vaccine is not empty, the vaccine is there. It's just that the current distribution has been hampered yesterday," said Dante when met in Jakarta, Saturday (22/10/2022).
Currently, said Dante, the government is trying to speed up the distribution process, as well as increase the existing stock of vaccines. One of them is by increasing the production capacity of the domestically made Covid-19 vaccine.
It is known that the domestically produced Indovac vaccine has received permission to use for doses one and two. As for the booster, continued Dante, it is still waiting for permission from the Food and Drug Supervisory Agency (BPOM).
"We hope that later the spearhead of the booster will be a domestically produced vaccine. So, we have the booster or resilience, or resistance to make this vaccine produced by ourselves, not dependent on other countries," he said. (RRI)
October
Virologist: Omicron XBB Subvariant Transmission Is Very Fast
Written by Nur Yasmin
Virologists stated that the Omicron XBB subvariant spreads the virus much faster. Compared to the previous variants.
“Rapid spread, relatively mild severity. Not too many cases are being treated in hospitals,” said Bogor Agricultural University (IPB) Virologist Dr. Sri Murtini, while talking with Pro3 RRI, Sunday (23/10/2022).
According to him, currently the Omicron XBB variant has been detected in 26 countries. Both in Asia, Europe, America, have been suspected of entering.
“Health protocols are still being implemented. Then it's important to get enough rest," she said.
The Ministry of Health (Kemenkes) has detected that the Omicron XBB subvariant has been detected in Indonesia. Therefore, the Ministry of Health asks the public to be vigilant and strengthen health protocols, especially wearing masks.
The XBB variant caused a sharp spike in Covid-19 cases in Singapore. Accompanied by an increasing trend of hospitalization. (RRI)
October
Local Covid-19 Vaccine Expected to Lead Booster Vaccines
Written by Nur Yasmin
The Ministry of Health (Kemenkes) hopes that the domestically-made Covid-19 vaccine can soon be used as a booster or booster vaccine. The hope is that vaccines made in Indonesia can spearhead the acceleration of booster implementation in the country.
"We hope that later the spearhead of the booster will be a domestically produced vaccine. So, we have a booster or resilience, or resistance to make this vaccine produced by ourselves, not depending on other countries," said Deputy Minister of Health of the Republic of Indonesia Dante Saksono in Jakarta , Saturday (10/22/2022).
Indonesia has produced its own vaccine for handling Covid-19, called Indovac. Currently, the vaccine has obtained permission for the use of doses one and two.
The presence of a domestically made vaccine is also expected to make it easier for people to get boosters to increase antibodies.
"With this hope, whatever new variant appears, we can get the optimal booster vaccine. Why? This antibody has an age, of course it will continue to decline. The decrease in these antibodies will cause the risk of getting Covid-19 to increase," he said. (RRI)
October
Indonesia's Commitment to Advance Food Sector Is Exemplary for G20
Written by Nur Yasmin
Indonesia's commitment to advancing the food sector in recent years should be an example to the international community, especially the G20 member countries. The goal is to build food security.
"The most important thing is that there is a strong government commitment to the desire to promote food, the desire to improve food security. I think that (G20 countries) should be emulated," said Professor of IPB University Edi Santosa in a written statement in Jakarta, Friday. (21/10/2022).
Previously, the World Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) hoped that Indonesia, which was asked to become the Chair of the G20 this year, would be able to invite G20 member countries. To work together to tackle food insecurity in the world.
Minister of Agriculture Syahrul Yasin Limpo on various occasions invited G20 countries to overcome the food crisis jointly. Syahrul said that food is a humanitarian issue and should not be hampered by any interests.
Minister Syahrul encouraged all G20 countries to open food distribution channels openly. This call is based on the tendency of a number of food-exporting countries to restrict or even close exports to protect domestic interests. (RRI)
October
Minister of Administrative Reform and Bureaucratic Reform (PANRB) Abdullah Azwar Anas launched the Poverty Reduction Thematic Bureaucratic Reform program. This program was launched at Gadjah Mada University (UGM), Yogyakarta, Friday (21/10/2022).
The Poverty Reduction Thematic Bureaucratic Reform Program is designed to strengthen bureaucratic governance in order to accelerate poverty alleviation. Nine local governments became pilot projects for the implementation of this program in the first phase, and 23 local governments in the second phase.
“Poverty alleviation is President Jokowi's priority program. That's why we created a poverty thematic program," said Anas, as a press statement received by rri.co.id from the Public Relations of the PANRB Ministry.
That way, he continued, the PANRB Ministry will strengthen the governance of the government bureaucracy. "So it's not about the poverty program, because when it comes to programs, it certainly depends on regional characteristics," he said.
Anas said that the Poverty Reduction Thematic program would intervene and improve the governance of poverty alleviation through improving business processes. The program is also expected to improve policies, to program reformulation, so that it is more targeted.
He explained that there are a number of challenges in alleviating poverty. For example, the poverty reduction target is at the level of 7 percent in 2024, and the extreme poverty target is 0 percent in 2024.
"The implementation of the Thematic Poverty Reduction program is part of the government's efforts to accelerate poverty reduction," he said. "Parallelly in the implementation of the first and second phase of the pilot project, we will replicate it to the regions."
Anas said, the PANRB Ministry is preparing a regional bureaucratic reform index focusing on poverty alleviation. "The area is cool with bureaucratic governance in poverty alleviation, of course the performance allowance (tukin) can be more tolerable than other regions," he said.
He added that the key to the success of implementing the Thematic RB for Poverty Reduction is a shared commitment and willingness to collaborate. All pilot project areas must also prepare an action plan with all relevant parties.
UGM Chancellor Prof. Ova Emilia hopes that the bureaucracy is not just a technical instrument, or a mechanical implementing machine. However, it becomes a reflection of a structuring of ways of thinking and habitus of acting.
“So at this point, the bureaucracy gives the spirit in the sustainability of the governance system. This includes poverty alleviation,” said Ova.
From a philosophical point of view, the Governor of Yogyakarta, Sri Sultan Hamengku Buwono X, emphasized that poverty needs to be seen not only from an economic point of view. "But it must be moderated through character education," said Sri Sultan. (RRI)
October
Demonstration in France, Embassy: Indonesian Citizens are Safe
Written by Nur Yasmin
The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia (KBRI) in Paris ensures that Indonesian citizens (WNI) in France are safe. This was confirmed following the demonstrations in the country.
Where, based on international media coverage, demonstrators smashed bank windows in Paris. The demolition was part of a mass strike and protests calling for higher wages amid inflation.
"Thank God, from the monitoring of the Indonesian Embassy there are no reports whether anyone was directly affected by the demonstration. Thank God our Indonesian citizens are safe," said Indonesian Ambassador to France Mohammad Oemar to Pro3 RRI, Friday (21/10/2022).
However, his party reminded Indonesian citizens to be vigilant, anticipate, and not to approach demonstration areas. "In general, public activities run normally, even though there are impacts such as long fuel lines," he added.
Another impact of the demonstration, he said, had an impact on public transportation and school activities. "Students are sent home early," he said.
For communication channels with Indonesian citizens in France, his party provides hotline and social media communication services for the Indonesian Embassy. "Services at the Indonesian Embassy are normal and running as usual," he said.
Furthermore, he reminded Indonesian citizens to be wary of the French workers' demonstration which was held on Saturday, today. "We hope that it will not bring excesses that paralyze daily activities," he said. (RRI)