Rupiah Shock: Indonesia’s rupiah slid to a historic low, breaking the IDR18,000 per US dollar level as foreign investors sold off stocks and bonds, while lawmakers passed a bill expanding Bank Indonesia’s mandate and oversight—raising fresh independence concerns. Central Bank Overhaul: The new regulation broadens BI’s role to include economic growth and lets parliament evaluate BI, with spillover attention on other financial watchdogs like OJK and LPS. Strategic Minerals Push: Parliament approved giving OJK authority to regulate and supervise Indonesia’s strategic minerals and commodities exchange, aiming to boost strategic industries and state revenues. LNG Supply Update: BP told lawmakers it expects Tangguh LNG domestic deliveries to rise to 89 cargoes in 2026, as Indonesia manages tighter LNG availability. Food Risks From El Niño: Hot, dry weather is disrupting crop planting across Asia, with an expected severe El Niño threatening food supplies—hitting places including Indonesia’s palm oil areas. OJK vs. Markets: Finance Minister Purbaya said there will be no IHSG intervention despite a sharp selloff, pointing to fundamentals like inflation staying near target. Tourism Policy: A DPR lawmaker urged tourism development to become a cross-sector national program, not just a Ministry of Tourism job. Research Integrity: BRIN chief Arif Satria warned AI must not be used to fabricate research, calling for stronger safeguards. Plasma Downstreaming: Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin backed partnerships to commercialize Indonesia’s first plasma fractionation factory to strengthen health resilience.