Minister: 41 Percent of Indonesia’s Health Insurance Aid Misses Target

Jakarta, February 10, 2026 — The Government of Indonesia has identified serious challenges in the implementation of the National Health Insurance Premium Assistance Recipient program (PBI JKN), particularly related to the accuracy of beneficiary targeting.

Minister of Finance Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa revealed that a significant portion of PBI JKN recipients are not economically eligible to receive the assistance. Speaking at a meeting with Commission V of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia (DPR RI) in Jakarta on Monday, February 9, 2026, the Minister stated that approximately 41 percent of PBI JKN beneficiaries fall within economic deciles 6 to 10, which are outside the intended recipient category.

“There are still around 41 percent of PBI JKN recipients in deciles 6 to 10 who should not be classified as PBI JKN beneficiaries,” Minister Purbaya said.

Based on data presented during the meeting, only around 59 percent of the PBI JKN allocation in the 2026 State Budget (APBN) is currently benefiting the poor and vulnerable population classified in deciles 1 to 5. The remaining recipients are considered economically capable and no longer meet the eligibility criteria for government-funded health insurance assistance.

Despite these challenges, Minister Purbaya emphasized that the 2026 State Budget remains expansive and fiscally sustainable, designed to support the government’s eight priority agendas, including improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare services nationwide.

The government has allocated Rp247.3 trillion for the health sector in 2026, representing a 13.2 percent increase compared to the previous year. This allocation includes full support for the National Health Insurance (JKN) program, covering premium payments for 96.8 million participants.

According to the Minister, the increase in the health budget reflects the government’s constitutional obligation to safeguard public health and to protect citizens from the financial burden of healthcare costs.

In addition to health spending, the government estimates that Rp897.6 trillion of the 2026 State Budget will directly benefit the public through various social protection and economic empowerment programs. These include the Free Nutritious Meals Program, energy subsidies and compensation, People’s Business Credit (KUR), and other social assistance initiatives, including PBI JKN premium support.

However, inaccuracies in beneficiary data have led to public concern. Minister Purbaya noted that in February 2026, the deactivation and replacement of PBI JKN participants reached approximately 11 million people, or nearly 10 percent of total participants—a figure significantly higher than in previous periods, when changes affected fewer than one million people.

He stressed that the resulting public unrest was not caused by budget reductions, as funding levels remained unchanged. Instead, the issues stemmed from weaknesses in participant data management, operational readiness, and insufficient public communication regarding changes in PBI JKN status.

The government, he added, is committed to improving data accuracy and strengthening coordination to ensure that social assistance programs are delivered fairly, effectively, and in line with their intended objectives.

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Minister: 41 Percent of Indonesia’s Health Insurance Aid Misses Target

Jakarta, February 10, 2026 — The Government of Indonesia has identified serious challenges in the implementation of the National Health Insurance Premium Assistance Recipient program (PBI JKN), particularly related to the accuracy of beneficiary targeting.

Minister of Finance Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa revealed that a significant portion of PBI JKN recipients are not economically eligible to receive the assistance. Speaking at a meeting with Commission V of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia (DPR RI) in Jakarta on Monday, February 9, 2026, the Minister stated that approximately 41 percent of PBI JKN beneficiaries fall within economic deciles 6 to 10, which are outside the intended recipient category.

“There are still around 41 percent of PBI JKN recipients in deciles 6 to 10 who should not be classified as PBI JKN beneficiaries,” Minister Purbaya said.

Based on data presented during the meeting, only around 59 percent of the PBI JKN allocation in the 2026 State Budget (APBN) is currently benefiting the poor and vulnerable population classified in deciles 1 to 5. The remaining recipients are considered economically capable and no longer meet the eligibility criteria for government-funded health insurance assistance.

Despite these challenges, Minister Purbaya emphasized that the 2026 State Budget remains expansive and fiscally sustainable, designed to support the government’s eight priority agendas, including improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare services nationwide.

The government has allocated Rp247.3 trillion for the health sector in 2026, representing a 13.2 percent increase compared to the previous year. This allocation includes full support for the National Health Insurance (JKN) program, covering premium payments for 96.8 million participants.

According to the Minister, the increase in the health budget reflects the government’s constitutional obligation to safeguard public health and to protect citizens from the financial burden of healthcare costs.

In addition to health spending, the government estimates that Rp897.6 trillion of the 2026 State Budget will directly benefit the public through various social protection and economic empowerment programs. These include the Free Nutritious Meals Program, energy subsidies and compensation, People’s Business Credit (KUR), and other social assistance initiatives, including PBI JKN premium support.

However, inaccuracies in beneficiary data have led to public concern. Minister Purbaya noted that in February 2026, the deactivation and replacement of PBI JKN participants reached approximately 11 million people, or nearly 10 percent of total participants—a figure significantly higher than in previous periods, when changes affected fewer than one million people.

He stressed that the resulting public unrest was not caused by budget reductions, as funding levels remained unchanged. Instead, the issues stemmed from weaknesses in participant data management, operational readiness, and insufficient public communication regarding changes in PBI JKN status.

The government, he added, is committed to improving data accuracy and strengthening coordination to ensure that social assistance programs are delivered fairly, effectively, and in line with their intended objectives.

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Police Assess Claims Over Alleged Sharing of Confidential Trade Information

 

Thames Valley Police confirms that it has received a report concerning allegations of the potential sharing of confidential trade-related information by Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor with the late Jeffrey Epstein. The report was submitted by the campaign group Republic and is currently under assessment.

The matter arises following the release of correspondence by the United States authorities. The material includes emails which appear to suggest that confidential information associated with official overseas trade visits may have been shared with a third party. The correspondence reportedly refers to visits to Singapore, Vietnam, Shenzhen in China, and Hong Kong, as well as details of potential investment opportunities.

Under established government protocols, individuals appointed as trade envoys are subject to duties of confidentiality in relation to sensitive commercial, political, and strategic information obtained during the course of official engagements.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor served as the United Kingdom’s Special Representative for International Trade and Investment between 2001 and 2011. He has been approached for comment in relation to the allegations but has not provided a response at this time. He has previously and consistently denied any wrongdoing. It is noted that inclusion within materials associated with Jeffrey Epstein does not of itself constitute evidence of criminal conduct.

A spokesperson for Thames Valley Police said:

“We can confirm receipt of this report and are assessing the information provided in accordance with our established policies and procedures.”

Information reviewed by the BBC indicates that an email dated 7 October 2010 appears to show that details of forthcoming official trade visits were communicated to Jeffrey Epstein. Further correspondence suggests that on 30 November 2010, official reports relating to those visits—originating from Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s then special assistant, Amit Patel—may have been forwarded shortly after receipt.

Thames Valley Police has stated that the assessment remains ongoing. Any determination as to further action will be made following consideration of the available information and in line with applicable legal thresholds and investigative standards.

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Kejati Sulsel Sita Rp 1,25 Miliar Terkait Kasus Dugaan Korupsi Pengadaan Bibit Nanas

 

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Jakarta – Kejaksaan Tinggi Sulawesi Selatan (Kejati Sulsel) menyita uang tunai sebesar Rp 1,25 miliar terkait perkara dugaan tindak pidana korupsi proyek pengadaan bibit nanas pada Dinas Tanaman Pangan, Hortikultura, dan Perkebunan (TPHBun) Provinsi Sulawesi Selatan Tahun Anggaran 2024.

Kegiatan penyitaan tersebut dilakukan pada Kamis, 5 Februari 2026, sebagai bagian dari proses penyidikan perkara yang saat ini tengah ditangani oleh Kejati Sulsel.

Uang hasil penyitaan selanjutnya disetorkan ke Rekening Pemerintah Lainnya (RPL) atau rekening titipan Kejati Sulsel. Langkah ini dilakukan sebagai upaya penyelamatan kerugian keuangan negara selama proses hukum masih berlangsung.

Asisten Tindak Pidana Khusus Kejati Sulsel, Rachmat Supriady, menjelaskan bahwa penyitaan aset merupakan bagian penting dalam penegakan hukum tindak pidana korupsi, yang tidak hanya berfokus pada penindakan terhadap pelaku, tetapi juga pada pemulihan kerugian negara.

“Kita bukan hanya memproses subjek hukum, tetapi juga mengupayakan pemulihan keuangan negara. Uang sitaan tersebut telah kami setorkan ke RPL untuk menjamin penyelamatan kerugian negara selama proses hukum berjalan,” ujar Rachmat Supriady, Sabtu (7/2/2026).

Sementara itu, Kepala Kejaksaan Tinggi Sulawesi Selatan, Didik Farkhan, menegaskan komitmen jajarannya untuk menuntaskan perkara ini secara transparan dan profesional. Ia juga mengimbau seluruh pihak yang terkait dengan proyek tersebut agar bersikap kooperatif dalam memberikan keterangan kepada penyidik.

“Kami mengharapkan semua pihak terkait bersikap kooperatif. Dukungan dari semua pihak sangat diperlukan demi kelancaran serta percepatan proses penyidikan,” kata Didik dalam keterangan terpisah.

Kejati Sulsel memastikan bahwa penyidikan perkara ini akan terus dikembangkan untuk mengungkap fakta-fakta baru, pihak-pihak yang bertanggung jawab, serta memastikan penegakan hukum berjalan sesuai dengan ketentuan peraturan perundang-undangan yang berlaku.

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Pemuda yang Racuni Keluarganya di Warakas Ternyata Pura-Pura Lemas Saat Ditemukan

 

Jakarta – Pemuda berinisial S (22) yang diduga meracuni keluarganya hingga tewas di Jalan Warakas VIII, Tanjung Priok, Jakarta Utara, diketahui hanya berpura-pura lemas saat pertama kali ditemukan di lokasi kejadian. Fakta tersebut diungkapkan oleh Kasat Reskrim Polres Jakarta Utara, Kompol Onkoseno Grandiarso Sukahar.

“Pura-pura sebagai alibi,” ujar Kompol Onkoseno dalam keterangannya kepada wartawan, Sabtu (7/2/2026).

Onkoseno menjelaskan, hasil pemeriksaan medis menunjukkan bahwa tidak ditemukan kandungan racun di dalam tubuh tersangka. Padahal, saat ditemukan, S sempat berada dalam kondisi lemah dan terdapat luka melepuh di beberapa bagian tubuh, sehingga sempat dilarikan ke rumah sakit untuk mendapatkan penanganan medis.

Sementara itu, tiga anggota keluarga lainnya ditemukan meninggal dunia di lokasi kejadian dengan kondisi mulut berbusa. Ketiganya masing-masing berinisial SS (50), AF (27), dan AD (14).

Selain pemeriksaan medis, pihak kepolisian juga telah melakukan pemeriksaan psikologis dan psikiatris terhadap tersangka guna memastikan kondisi kejiwaannya. Hasil pemeriksaan menyatakan bahwa tersangka tidak mengalami gangguan jiwa.

“Dari hasil pemeriksaan psikiater, yang dituangkan dalam visum et repertum psychiatricum, tidak ditemukan adanya gejala gangguan jiwa berat pada tersangka,” jelas Kompol Onkoseno.

Saat ini, penyidik Polres Jakarta Utara masih terus melakukan pendalaman motif dan rangkaian peristiwa dalam kasus tersebut guna melengkapi berkas penyidikan sebelum dilimpahkan ke tahap selanjutnya.

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Update Hot Transfer Persib: Berlian Grade A dari Uzbekistan Dilirik, Siap Kalahkan Pamor Thom Haye?

Persib Bandung kembali menjadi sorotan jelang dibukanya bursa transfer putaran kedua Super League 2025/2026. Klub berjuluk Maung Bandung tersebut dikabarkan tengah mengincar sejumlah pemain berlabel bintang demi memperkuat skuad untuk menghadapi paruh kedua musim.

Persib memang tidak ingin sekadar mempertahankan posisi di papan atas klasemen. Manajemen dan tim pelatih disebut tengah menyusun langkah strategis agar kekuatan tim tetap kompetitif hingga akhir musim.

Salah satu nama yang santer dikaitkan dengan Persib adalah Joey Pelupessy, gelandang Timnas Indonesia yang saat ini merumput di Liga Belgia. Pengalaman bermain di Eropa serta kapasitasnya sebagai gelandang bertahan modern membuat Pelupessy dinilai cocok dengan kebutuhan Persib.

Namun bukan hanya Pelupessy yang masuk radar.

Kabar terbaru menyebutkan Persib juga melirik pemain grade A asal Uzbekistan yang disebut-sebut sebagai “berlian Asia Tengah”. Sosok tersebut dikenal memiliki kualitas teknik tinggi, visi bermain tajam, serta pengalaman internasional bersama klub dan tim nasionalnya.

Jika transfer ini terealisasi, kehadiran pemain asal Uzbekistan tersebut digadang-gadang mampu memberi dampak instan, bahkan disebut berpotensi mengalahkan pamor Thom Haye yang sebelumnya sempat ramai diperbincangkan publik sepak bola Indonesia.

Langkah Persib membidik pemain berkualitas internasional sejalan dengan ambisi besar klub. Setelah sukses menjuarai liga dalam dua musim beruntun, Maung Bandung ingin memastikan kedalaman skuad tetap terjaga, terutama untuk menghadapi jadwal padat dan persaingan ketat di papan atas.

Meski demikian, hingga kini belum ada pernyataan resmi dari manajemen Persib terkait nama-nama yang masuk dalam daftar incaran. Pihak klub memilih bersikap hati-hati dan fokus pada performa tim di lapangan.

Satu hal yang pasti, geliat Persib Bandung di bursa transfer putaran kedua dipastikan akan terus menarik perhatian. Jika benar “berlian grade A” dari Uzbekistan mendarat di Bandung, peta kekuatan Super League 2025/2026 bisa berubah drastis.

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Suporter Malaysia dan Thailand Boleh Iri, Persib Bandung Tak Bisa Tidur Tenang di Papan Atas Liga Indonesia

Persib Bandung - memang tengah menikmati posisi puncak klasemen Super League Indonesia. Namun, berbeda dengan situasi di sejumlah negara Asia Tenggara, Maung Bandung sama sekali belum bisa merasa aman.

Ketatnya persaingan di papan atas membuat Liga Indonesia memiliki daya tarik tersendiri—sesuatu yang sulit ditemukan di kompetisi lain kawasan ini. Persib memimpin klasemen, tetapi jarak poin dengan para pesaing di empat besar sangat tipis dan dapat berubah hanya dalam satu pekan pertandingan.

Kondisi ini kontras dengan apa yang terjadi di Thailand, Malaysia, dan Singapura. Tiga negara tersebut saat ini memiliki liga yang nyaris “monoton” karena dominasi satu klub yang begitu kuat.

Di Thailand, Buriram United tampil sebagai penguasa Liga Thailand dalam beberapa musim terakhir. Di Malaysia, Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) bahkan seolah tak memiliki lawan sepadan. Situasi serupa terjadi di Singapura, di mana Lion City Sailors berdiri jauh di atas para pesaingnya.

Indonesia justru menyajikan cerita berbeda.

Persib Bandung memang berpeluang mengikuti jejak raksasa Asia Tenggara tersebut. Tim asuhan Bojan Hodak telah menjuarai Liga 1 dua musim beruntun, yakni 2023/24 dan 2024/25. Konsistensi, kedalaman skuad, serta stabilitas tim menjadi kekuatan utama Maung Bandung dalam beberapa tahun terakhir.

Namun, dominasi Persib tak pernah benar-benar mutlak.

Pada musim 2023/24, Persib bahkan baru memastikan gelar juara setelah melewati babak championship—format yang membuka peluang bagi banyak tim untuk saling menjegal. Artinya, gelar tersebut diraih melalui persaingan ketat hingga fase akhir, bukan dominasi sejak awal musim.

Musim ini pun tak jauh berbeda. Meski berada di puncak klasemen, Persib terus “ditempel” ketat oleh para rival di papan atas. Setiap hasil imbang atau kekalahan berpotensi menggeser posisi Maung Bandung dari singgasana.

Inilah wajah Liga Indonesia yang sesungguhnya: kompetitif, penuh kejutan, dan sulit diprediksi.

Bagi suporter Thailand dan Malaysia yang terbiasa melihat klub favoritnya melenggang tanpa tekanan berarti, situasi di Indonesia mungkin terasa mengundang iri. Di sini, bahkan pemuncak klasemen pun tak bisa tidur nyenyak.

Persib Bandung boleh memimpin, tetapi untuk menjadi penguasa mutlak seperti Buriram United atau Johor Darul Ta’zim, Maung Bandung masih harus bertarung keras—pekan demi pekan—di liga yang tak pernah memberi ruang untuk lengah

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