Migrant Fisher Exploitation: Indonesian migrant fishers say they were lured by false pay promises and then abused and trapped on foreign-flagged vessels, renewing calls for stronger protection for workers at sea. Indo-Pacific Defense Drills: The U.S. MV-22B Osprey helped train Indonesian Marines during RIMPAC 2026, highlighting faster allied amphibious mobility across Indonesia’s archipelago. Critical Minerals Pressure: The IEA reports global investment in critical minerals and refining fell 9% in 2025, with supply concentration risks rising—Indonesia and China captured most refined growth. Wealth & Hiring Push: DBS targets more than S$1tn in wealth AUM by 2030 and plans 600+ hires, including in Indonesia, as Asia’s wealth market accelerates. School Cyber Safety: Indonesia issued new school device restrictions to curb addiction, cyberbullying, privacy breaches, and mental health risks for children. Masela LNG Buildout: Prabowo broke ground on the Abadi Masela LNG project, pegged at about US$21bn, with CCS funding and a domestic-use quota aimed at boosting energy security. EV Manufacturing Reality Check: A report questions why EV makers are choosing Vietnam over nickel-rich Indonesia, pointing to deeper policy and capability gaps. Solar Supply Chain Shift: SEG Solar says it will produce heterojunction modules in the U.S. this year, while navigating U.S. duties affecting Indonesian cell imports. Digital Security for Phones: ITSEC Asia and Infinix partner to embed AI-powered cybersecurity into Indonesian smartphones. Food & Tourism Safety: A methanol poisoning warning targets 29 holiday hotspots after recent deaths, urging tighter controls on alcohol safety. Shipping & Talent Gap: Coverage flags rising costs and a talent shortage in shipping, as officers struggle to keep up with faster shipbuilding. Regenerative Tech Claim: HILO WAVE cites new preclinical findings supporting regenerative skin remodeling, as Indonesia’s health and beauty market leans into science-backed products.