September 1, 2025 | 06:37 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Monday, September 1, 2025. Here are the highlights: Civil Society Coalition Says Prabowo Fails to Grasp Public Aspirations; Grab Indonesia Implements WFH Policy, Launches Quick Response Feature for Its Drivers; and 3 Points from Prabowo's Statement on the Week-Long Protest in Indonesia.
The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:
1. Civil Society Coalition Says Prabowo Fails to Grasp Public Aspirations
The Civil Society Coalition believes that Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has failed to understand the people's aspirations during the recent wave of protests. According to the coalition, the public's dissatisfaction is not only about statements made by members of the House of Representatives (DPR) that are considered unsympathetic. Instead, the public is dissatisfied with a system full of injustice.
"Therefore, the changes, attitudes, or decisions should refer to the desires for changes in such injustices," said Muhammad Isnur, the Chairman of the Indonesian Legal Aid Foundation (YLBHI), in a collaborative video statement posted on Instagram accounts @yayasanlbhindonesia, @indonesia.hrwg, @konfederasikasbi_, @mahardhikakita, and @kontras_update, as quoted on Monday, September 1, 2025.
2. Grab Indonesia Implements WFH Policy, Launches Quick Response Feature for Its Drivers
Chief Executive Officer of Grab Indonesia, Neneng Goenadi, has implemented a work from home (WFH) policy for all of its employees during the recent demonstrations in Jakarta. The remote working scheme follows the directive from the Jakarta Provincial Government, which issued a WFH recommendation for companies affected by the protests.
Neneng stated that Grab Indonesia has started WFH since Friday, August 29, 2025. According to her, the safety of every employee is a priority as the escalation of demonstrations in several areas of Jakarta has heightened. "We will continue WFH until the situation and conditions improve," said Neneng during an online press conference on Sunday, August 31, 2025.
In addition to implementing WFH, Grab Indonesia has launched the Grab Quick Response (Gercep) feature specifically for its driver partners. This feature provides legal assistance services and psychological consultation for driver partners affected by the protests. This service can be accessed starting Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
3. 3 Points from Prabowo's Statement on the Week-Long Protest in Indonesia
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto invited political party leaders to the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on Sunday, August 31, 2025. The head of state also summoned the leaders of the People's Consultative Assembly, the House of Representatives (DPR), and the Regional Representative Council amid widespread demonstrations.
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka was absent from the meeting. After the meeting, Prabowo held a press conference to discuss the issues with the political party and legislative leaders.
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Prabowo Labels Arson at Regional Council Building as Treason
53 menit lalu
President Prabowo has ordered all state officials to investigate those responsible for the arson attack on the South Sulawesi DPRD building.
Police Arrest 1,240 Rioters in Jakarta, Many from Out of Town
1 jam lalu
The Jakarta Metro Police have made the arrests since the beginning of the protests last week.
Global Media Cover Looting at Homes of Indonesian Minister and Lawmakers
1 jam lalu
Several international media outlets are covering the looting at the homes of Indonesian Finance Minister Sri Mulyani and lawmakers.
Police Ensure No Firearms Used in Jakarta Protest Security
1 jam lalu
The police confirmed that no firearms were used to secure the demonstration in front of the Parliament building in Jakarta today, September 1, 2025.
Minister Airlangga Claims Indonesia's Economic Fundamentals Are Solid
2 jam lalu
Coordinating Minister for the Economy Airlangga Hartarto claims that Indonesia's economic fundamentals remain solid amidst the protests.
Deputy Indonesian Military Commander Refutes Martial Law Scenario
2 jam lalu
Deputy Indonesian Military (TNI) Commander General Tandyo Budi Revita stated that assuming a martial law scenario was certainly wrong.
Propam Polri Finds Criminal Elements in Case of Police Vehicle Running Over Ojol Driver
3 jam lalu
Two police officers may face dishonorable discharge for allegedly violating the police code of ethics.
Bank Indonesia Intervenes to Stabilize Rupiah Following Mass Protests
4 jam lalu
Bank Indonesia claims to remain in the market to maintain the exchange rate and liquidity of rupiah through spot transactions, DNDF, and SBN.
Losses from Jakarta Protests Estimated at Rp55 Billion
4 jam lalu
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo stated that several damaged infrastructures, including bus stops, toll gates, and surveillance cameras.
Why TikTok's Live Feature Temporary Suspension is Considered Inappropriate
7 jam lalu
Temporary suspension of the live streaming feature on TikTok threatens freedom of expression, limits access to information, and causes economic losses.
