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The Geopolitician

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Indonesia · Country watch

BNPB Issues Rain Readiness, OJK Eyes Stock Crimes

BNPB announces rain preparedness measures as OJK considers criminal charges for stock market violations.

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Business conditions in Indonesia remain stable as BNPB's rain readiness measures and OJK's regulatory actions maintain focus on safety and market integrity.

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In this briefing Otoritas Jasa Keuangan · Kampung Bahari · Badan Nasional Penanggulangan Bencana

Regulation

  • Finance

OJK considers criminal charges in stock cases

OJK Donang Wahyu|KATADATA
OJK Donang Wahyu|KATADATA — Baaqii, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The Otoritas Jasa Keuangan (OJK) is considering criminal charges for potential violations in the stock market involving DSSA, BREN, and CUAN, okezone.com reports. The financial regulator is evaluating mechanisms for enforcement against these alleged infractions, which could lead to significant legal actions. This move underscores OJK's commitment to maintaining market integrity and transparency.

Impact Investors in DSSA, BREN, and CUAN face potential legal and financial repercussions from OJK's scrutiny.

Sources: okezone.com ↗

Internal tension

  • Public sector

Police raid Kampung Bahari drug den

Police deployed 1,800 personnel to raid a drug den in Kampung Bahari, Liputan 6 reports. The operation aimed to dismantle a significant drug trafficking network in the area. Authorities used commuter trains to approach the location discreetly, resulting in multiple arrests and the seizure of illegal substances. This action is part of ongoing efforts to combat drug-related crime in Indonesia.

Impact Public-sector security operations intensify in Kampung Bahari, affecting local communities and law enforcement resources.

Sources: Liputan 6 ↗

Safety & health

  • Public sector
  • Logistics

BNPB issues rain preparedness measures

The Badan Nasional Penanggulangan Bencana (BNPB) has issued eight preparedness measures to tackle the 2026/2027 rainy season, according to okezone.com. These measures include mapping disaster-prone areas, preparing personnel and logistics, monitoring weather information, strengthening early warning systems, and educating the public. The initiative aims to mitigate the impact of heavy rains expected across Indonesia, which could lead to floods and landslides.

Impact Logistics operators and public-sector planners must adapt to BNPB's measures to minimize disruptions during the rainy season.

Sources: okezone.com ↗

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