Military Justice: Indonesia’s military court sentenced four officers to jail terms of up to three years over an acid attack on rights activist Andrie Yunus, with judges saying the attack was not tied to a chain of command. Fuel & Inflation Pressure: Pertamina raised Pertamax and Pertamax Green prices by about 32% after Bank Indonesia’s surprise rate hike, as officials argue the inflation impact should be limited. Currency & Markets: Bank Indonesia’s off-cycle hike helped stabilize the rupiah near record lows, while investors remain wary of policy credibility and broader geopolitical risks. Foreign Policy & Diplomacy: President Prabowo reaffirmed Indonesia’s “free and active” non-aligned stance and defended foreign trips, as Indonesia pushes for stronger regional cooperation. Digital Payments: Bank Indonesia expanded QRIS cross-border payments to Saudi Arabia and India to support umrah/hajj and tourism flows. Environment & Disaster: Deadly Sumatra floods and landslides killed at least 58 Tapanuli orangutans—about 7% of the species—highlighting climate-driven habitat loss. Regional Security: Philippines authorities reported new structures at Scarborough Shoal, keeping pressure on South China Sea dispute management. International Trade & Compliance: Indonesia’s QRIS expansion and ongoing policy shifts come as global trade and sanctions pressures keep shaping regional economic decisions.