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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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November
Coordinating Minister Luhut Emphasizes the Importance of Sustainability to Restart the Global Economy
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Minister Luhut Binsar Panjaitan during his speech at the G20 B20 summit in Bali -
The Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment (Menko Marves) Luhut B. Pandjaitan in the Business20 (B20) Summit, Sunday (13-11-2022) said that as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, collaboration between business and the government is the most important effort that needs to be done. done for the sustainability of business, planet, and society. "I think it's important for all of us to be prepared to face the worst risks to produce good output," he said.
He said that in the midst of the current conditions, we must think about taking action in a new situation, to combat the existing existential threat, namely climate change. The recent natural disasters and famines that affect almost the entire world are directly related to the ever-increasing global temperature,” he said.
B20 as an official dialogue forum representing the global business community is not only able to recommend policies, but B20 can also follow up on these policies and prioritize the common good.
With abundant natural resources, Coordinating Minister Luhut said technology and data are the keys to finding long-term solutions to economic and environmental challenges. The hope is that it will create innovation, new jobs, improve energy efficiency, and promote industry, investment, and sustainable development.
Based on the experience of the last eight years, Indonesia has transformed its economy to become more efficient, more developed, and less dependent on commodities. "One of the many reasons behind it is our success in transforming our economy so that it is less dependent on exports of raw commodities," said Coordinating Minister Luhut. He explained that the downstream policy has turned Indonesia into a world investment center, especially for the electric vehicle (EV) and battery industry in the near future.
In addition, Indonesia is building a green industry in North Kalimantan. There will be entirely new renewable energy, such as hydropower, which could also support the manufacture of products such as batteries and battery inputs with a low carbon footprint. This is considered important because in Indonesia itself, many people use motorized vehicles, both cars and motorbikes. "If society can change from using fossil-based vehicles to EVs, then this will contribute significantly to reducing emissions," he concluded.
According to a release received by Voice of Indonesia on Sunday (13/11/22), the battery supply chain investment project is estimated to be worth more than USD 21 billion. On the demand side, the government is currently formulating an incentive scheme that will encourage more public use of EVs, and that will help the transition happen more quickly.
“We must prioritize the energy transition through decarbonization in the power generation sector and its use. To make this happen, we need the joint efforts of all countries, both developed and developing countries, in the energy transition," said Coordinating Minister Luhut. Furthermore, he believes that economic recovery, sustainable economic and business practices, and inclusive growth will bring prosperity to future generations//VOI
November
Airlangga Asks G20 Sherpas to Provide Solutions to Crises
Written by Nur Yasmin
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto welcomed the arrival of all G20 Sherpa delegations virtually. The Sherpa Track is a workstream in the G20 in addition to the Finance Track which discusses global challenges and various non-financial economic issues.
"The Sherpa Track aims to find solutions and provide recommendations on the agenda and priority issues of the G20," said the Coordinating Minister, Sunday (11/13/2022). This fourth G20 Sherpa meeting will be the last meeting to welcome the G20 Summit in Bali.
A G20 Sherpa meeting has also been held to prepare the best version of the 'Leaders' Declaration'. Later this will be brought and determined by the Heads of State and Government of the G20 member countries at the Summit.
The Leaders' Declaration is a commitment by the G20 leaders to joint efforts in economic and health recovery after the Covid-19 pandemic. The draft declaration contains a number of substances for discussing the priorities of the Indonesian G20 Presidency.
These include global health architecture, digital transformation, and energy transition. The declaration will also discuss the issue of food security which is a global issue today.
As a representative of a developing country and the only member from Southeast Asia, Airlangga considers inclusiveness to be very important for Indonesia. The Coordinating Minister also asked the G20 member countries to help each other through difficult times like now.
According to him, the key is to strike a balance. "With the 2030 Sustainable Development agenda as a guide, we must consider the most effective solution for this crisis," said Airlangga.
The Coordinating Minister added that all these discussions will endorse concrete deliverables. This is in accordance with President Joko Widodo's direction so that the G20 Indonesia Presidency can produce real benefits for the community.
In addition, it is also Indonesia's legacy for the G20 and increases Indonesia's role and profile at the G20 Forum. "Leaders rely on you (G20 Sherpa) for wisdom, solutions, and innovation for the recovery of the global economy," said the Coordinating Minister. (RRI)
November
Presidential Staff: Hundreds of Forums Held Ahead of G20
Written by Nur Yasmin
Ahead of the Bali G20 Summit, Indonesia is ready to welcome the summit of the international meeting, on (15-16/11/2022). The government also said, in almost a year, hundreds of international forums supporting the G20 have been rolled out in Indonesia.
"Yes, that's right, we need mutual cooperation, the President of the G20 after his handover, at the end of 2021. More or less, there are 150 forums to support the preparations for the summit of the G20 Presidency," said the Main Expert Expert of the Deputy for Political Information and Communication at the Staff Office. President (KSP) Yohanes Joko to Pro3 RRI, Sunday (11/13/2022).
"We will hold a summit, as of today, it has been confirmed that 17 heads of state (will attend). And, it seems, there will be three heads who will not attend, namely from Brazil, Russia, and Mexico," he said.
According to him, for the success of the G20 Presidency, all levels of society are needed. "And from the government, SOEs, the private sector, and all those involved. After all, the G20 Summit is a momentum to show the rise and pride of the Indonesian nation in the eyes of the world," he said.
Of course, he said, the government seeks world leaders to provide good alternatives, solutions, and discussions. "For mankind," said John. (RRI)
November
President to Hold Bilateral Meeting on the Sidelines of G20
Written by Nur Yasmin
The government said a number of delegates from the G20 Summit, including several heads of state, had arrived in Bali. A number of meeting agendas are also scheduled in the H-2 of the Summit, before the summit, on Tuesday (15/11/2022) and Wednesday (16/11/2022).
"Of course, there are bilateral talks between heads of state. The President (Joko Widodo) himself has also received bilateral talks from various heads of state," said the Main Expert of the Deputy for Political Information and Communication at the Presidential Staff Office (KSP) Yohanes Joko to Pro3 RRI, Sunday (11/13/2022).
"In addition, other fellow heads of state, while waiting for the summit (G20), on November 15," he said. In addition, he said, several heads of state had arrived in Bali.
"Yesterday, Saturday (12/11/2022), if I'm not mistaken, Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived. Then, several countries, perhaps the American head of state (Joe Biden) will arrive today," said Yohanes.
He said that not only 17 G20 member heads of state would be present in Bali. "In total, 40 countries and world institutions were invited to the G20 summit," said Yohanes.
Yohanes said that three G20 heads of state were confirmed to be absent, namely from Brazil, Russia, and Mexico. They are Lula da Silva (President of Brazil), Vladimir Putin (President of Russia), and Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador (President of Mexico).
"Infrastructure and all facilities are guaranteed to be 100 percent ready. But, once again, everything needs to be processed, let's keep this process together," said Yohanes.
He also gave an appeal to all Indonesian people. "I ask the Indonesian people, and in general, to ask for prayers and support. Because the success of this G20 Summit is our common success, the Indonesian nation," he said.
"Success is a contribution to the world, a contribution to humanity, and humanity," said Yohanes. He gave an example of the contribution that can be made by the community, especially in Bali.
"As conveyed by the Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs (Mahfud MD) yesterday. We apologize for this G20 Summit, it might disturb the public and tourists in Bali," he said.
"However, this community sacrifice will certainly not be in vain, if we look at the effects and results. Both the economic effect, as well as the socio-political effect, are our common strengths," he said.
In addition, he invited all Indonesian people to monitor the implementation of the G20 Summit. "From various communication channels, and we strengthen knowledge about the G20 Summit," said Yohanes. (RRI)
November
Ketua ASEAN 2023, Indonesia Bawa Tiga Isu Prioritas
Written by Nur Yasmin
Indonesia is lined up as Chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations). Indonesia will continue to discuss the three main issues of the G20 Summit.
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Kemlu) Teuku Faizasyah said the continuation of the discussion of the G20 issues was to encourage the acceleration of global recovery after the pandemic. This is in line with the G20 theme, namely, Recover Together, Recover Stronger.
"The priority issues that Indonesia raises (for the G20) will be followed up when they become ASEAN chairman," he told Pro3 RRI, Saturday (12/11/2022). The three main issues that Indonesia is promoting as its presidency at the 2022 G20 Summit are the transition to sustainable energy, digital transformation, and global health architecture.
"As chairman of the G20, of course, he will take advantage of the achievements of the G20. Including Indonesia's priority issues to be followed up as chairman of ASEAN," said Faizasyah.
Indonesia, he continued, will generate concrete ASEAN economic cooperation.
"And ensure the centrality of ASEAN in the Indo-Pacific region," said Teuku.
"The description of Indonesia's chairmanship is more or less like that, and in the future, we will hear more clearly. At that time, President Jokowi received the chairmanship of (ASEAN) from Cambodia (Chairman of ASEAN in 2022)," he said.
He also said that Indonesia has experience as Chair of ASEAN.
Because, according to ASEAN records, Indonesia has been chairman four times, namely in 1976, 1996, 2003, and 2011.
Therefore, Indonesia's task in 2023 will be to overcome various major issues that are currently happening.
Namely, covering the impact of the war between Russia and Ukraine, the food crisis, energy, and others.
"It is also a challenge to be able to contribute within the ASEAN framework. So, making the ASEAN region a formidable one, it will be Indonesia's main responsibility, when it leads ASEAN," said Teuku.
The following is a list of the 10 ASEAN members:
1. Brunei Darussalam
2. Indonesia
3. Cambodia
4. Laos
5. Malaysia
6. Myanmar
7. Philippines
8. Singapore
9. Thailand, dan
10. Vietnam. (RRI)
November
These State Leaders Will Not Attend at G20 Bali
Written by Nur Yasmin
Leaders of the G20 countries who will not attend the High-Level Conference (KTT) in Bali are revealed. They are Vladimir Putin, Jair Bolsonaro, and Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador.
This information comes from the release of the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs through its official portal. In the news on Friday (11/11/2022) the reasons why they were not present were stated.
“From the side of the G20 countries, Brazil and Mexico have informed their Presidents that they cannot attend. Mexico is represented by the Foreign Minister, while Brazil is still communicating about the President's plan to attend virtually," said a source from kemlu.go.id.
“On November 8, 2022, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has also received a diplomatic note from the Russian Embassy in Jakarta. It was said that President Putin could not be present in Bali," the source continued.
Thus, of the 20 leaders of the G20 countries, 17 were physically present. Among them are Joe Biden, Xi Jinping, Emmanuel Macron, Rishi Sunak, and of course Joko Widodo.
The G20 member countries are Indonesia, Russia, the United States, China, Canada, Britain, Italy, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, and Japan. And India, Turkey, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Australia, South Africa, Germany, France, and the European Union.
“The presence of the G20 leaders plus eight of the 10 invited countries and the leaders of 10 international organizations, is a high level of attendance. This reflects a shared commitment to ensure the G20 remains effective in the midst of a difficult situation," said a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (RRI)
November
President Urges ASEAN-UN to Strengthen Collaboration for World Peace
Written by Nur Yasmin
President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) encouraged ASEAN and the United Nations to strengthen collaboration for the sake of creating peace in the region and the world. The Head of State said that comprehensive cooperation between ASEAN and the United Nations needs to be translated more concretely.
One of them is through strengthening the ASEAN-UN communication and dialogue mechanism. According to him, a hotline (standby channel/communication network) between the UN Secretary-General and ASEAN Foreign Ministers needs to be established.
This was conveyed by the President at the ASEAN-UN Summit at the Sokha Hotel, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Friday (11/11/2022).
"To detect early and respond quickly to various potential regional challenges that have a global impact and vice versa," he said.
"ASEAN and UN collaboration must be strengthened for the sake of regional and world peace," he said.
On this occasion, President Jokowi also called for the spirit of UN reform to not be extinguished.
President Jokowi said that the United Nations must be the guardian of multilateralism in order to find the best solution for world problems. "The United Nations must continue to push for the war to be stopped immediately," the President said.
The ASEAN-UN Summit in Cambodia was attended by ASEAN leaders and UN Secretary General Antonio Guteres. On that occasion, President Jokowi expressed his appreciation to Guteres for his hard work in overcoming various crises. (RRI)
November
Tourism Minister denies there is a ban on music events until December
Written by Nur Yasmin
Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy (Menparekraf) Sandiaga Uno denied the issue of a ban on organizing events until December 2022. This was followed by many incidents, especially music concerts in recent times.
He said that organizing events was still allowed but had to pay attention to the implementation of health protocols. And security so that it can provide a sense of security and comfort for all.
"Regarding the issue that the event should not be held until December is completely untrue. This issue is very counterproductive to the music concert business in the country," he said in a statement received by RRI, Friday (11/11/2022).
President Jokowi said Sandiaga had allowed the holding of events including music concerts. Also cultural events provided that health and safety protocols are met.
"We have compiled a CHSE (Cleanliness, Health, Safety, Environment Sustainability) manual as a guide. So that the event can still be held but with a strict protocol," he said.
Event organizers must be able to manage activities professionally. One of them is by paying attention to the carrying capacity aspect.
"This significant increase in audience visits must be well anticipated by the event organizers. The first is about carrying capacity.
Activity organizers must also have an early warning system to be able to provide information. How many people are in one activity or location.
"So that it can reduce the potential of the crowd. As well as the availability of evacuation routes and health services," he said, affirming.
He confirmed, his party will facilitate the existing event. Please present the event plan, we will collaborate with the National Police, the Covid-19 Task Force, and the Ministry of Health," he said.
"It will also issue a letter of recommendation. But for a crowd permit, of course, it will be issued by the Police," said Sandiaga. (RRI)
November
G20 Summit Is Expected To Raise MSME Opportunities
Written by Nur Yasmin
The G20 Summit (Summit) is expected to develop digital transformation, thereby opening up business opportunities amidst the threat of a global crisis. The digital transformation of Indonesia's Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector was able to record significant digital growth.
"Digital transformation can bring resilience and bring opportunities when there is an economic contraction with social restrictions. Digital transformation is a solution for survival," said Alternate Chair Digital Economy Working Group (DEWG) Dedy Permadi in a virtual #G20Updates, Thursday (10/11). /2022).
DEWG is a digital economy working group that discusses the digital economy, and digital transformation among G20 countries. Digital transformation is one of the three main issues that Indonesia raised at the G20 Summit.
According to Dedy, the number of MSMEs in Indonesia is around 64 million which contributes about 60 percent of Indonesia's GDP. During the Covid-19 pandemic, many MSMEs experienced adversity but quickly switched and adapted to the digital world.
Before the Covid-19 pandemic, there were 9 million MSMEs digitally onboard. This number increased after the pandemic to 19 million MSMEs.
"The growth rate is quite large," he said. "This shows that some of our MSMEs have been able to take advantage of the potential of digital transformation to survive in the midst of a pandemic."
This Special Staff of the Minister of Communication and Information said that Indonesia still needs to continue to struggle. Because, there are still many MSMEs that have not been digitally onboarded.
If you look at the number 19 million from a total of 64 million MSMEs, then only 29 percent of MSMEs are digitally onboard. Concretely, Indonesia needs to work on around 71 percent of other MSMEs to be able to take advantage of opportunities in the digital space.
For this reason, Indonesia needs to discuss and find solutions at the G20 forum. This is to increase the number of digitizing the world of MSMEs.
"Their task is how to encourage MSMEs to survive and even scale up, expand their business in terms of quality and quantity," he said. "After doing the scale-up, then he can take action to go international."
At the G20 forum, three issues related to the transformation of the digital world were discussed. These are connectivity and post-pandemic recovery, digital skill literacy, and reliable cross-border data flows.
He explained that one of the highlights of the discussion on the digital transformation issue was the business sector. Indonesia will facilitate industries to meet each other, and make concrete investment commitments in the business sector of the digital world. (RRI)
November
President Conveys Indonesia's Readiness as ASEAN Chair
Written by Nur Yasmin
President Joko Widodo expressed Indonesia's readiness to continue to lead ASEAN in 2023. He said that Indonesia was ready to lead in the midst of a difficult world and regional situation.
Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi said President Jokowi conveyed Indonesia's view as the Chair of ASEAN in 2023. In addition, the Head of State also expressed his appreciation for Cambodia's leadership as ASEAN Chair this year.
The President also hopes for support from Cambodia and also all other ASEAN member countries during Indonesia's chairmanship. The Foreign Minister said this was conveyed by the President during an audience with Cambodia's King Norodom Sihamoni, Thursday (10/11/2022).
In a meeting with ASEAN leaders with representatives of the ASEAN Inter-Parliament Assembly, the President highlighted the various challenges facing ASEAN. The President said, in addition to trying to help resolve the Myanmar crisis, ASEAN must be able to navigate the increasing rivalry between the great powers of the region.
"President Jokowi called for the importance of ASEAN to be part of the solution," said Foreign Minister Retno. Therefore, the Indonesian government encourages the strengthening of synergies between the government and the parliaments of member countries.
The encouragement of this strengthening is solely to strengthen the unity and centrality of ASEAN. As for the chairmanship of ASEAN 2023, President Jokowi emphasized Indonesia's commitment to contribute to building ASEAN.
The development of a stronger ASEAN in order to be able to face the challenges of an increasingly complex future. "The president also hopes for parliamentary support in Indonesia's chairmanship of ASEAN next year," he said. (RRI)