What are the latest news in Indonesia? September 1st, 2026

Nationwide Wildfire Emergency and Weather Operations The Indonesian Forestry Ministry and National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) have placed the country on high alert as dry conditions peak. Authorities are deploying weather modification operations (cloud seeding), aerial water-bombing, and ground task forces across hotspot regions in Kalimantan and Sumatra. ANTARA NewsFlight Disruptions in West Kalimantan Severe smoke and haze from land and forest fires disrupted operations at Supadio International Airport in West Kalimantan, forcing the delay and rescheduling of multiple commercial flights. ASEAN – BernamaHiking Routes Closed in Nine National Parks The Ministry of Forestry announced the temporary closure of hiking routes in nine national parks across Indonesia to mitigate the risk of accidental fire ignition and protect visitors from expanding wildfire activity. ASEAN – BernamaSuper Garuda Shield 2026 Joint Military Exercises The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) is currently hosting the multinational Super Garuda Shield joint exercise, running through mid-September. The military drills involve more than 4,700 personnel from 21 partner nations across several strategic locations, focusing on regional security, joint interoperability, cybersecurity, and disaster relief. ANTARA NewsForeign Recruitment Investigation Indonesian authorities have launched an investigation following reports concerning the unauthorized recruitment of Indonesian citizens into foreign military forces abroad. Мілітарний