Prabowo's Recent Activities: Police Honors, GovTech Launch, SOE Cuts, and World Cup Rights

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has been active on multiple fronts, with recent headlines highlighting his engagements and policy initiatives. He is set to lead the 80th-anniversary ceremony of Bhayangkara Day on July 1, 2026, an event for which he received the Loka Praja Samrakshana Medal from National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo.

In terms of government technology, President Prabowo is scheduled to launch a nationwide GovTech transformation in October 2026. His administration is also exploring ways to fund research, considering proposals for research funding to come from state-owned enterprises (SOEs).

The president has also signaled significant economic restructuring, expressing his intention to trim down 750 SOEs by the end of the year to reduce costs. Furthermore, he plans to establish a team of academics and researchers to contribute to the acceleration of Indonesia's strategic programs.

Other notable news includes President Prabowo's remarks on "academic freedom" on university campuses and his claim that his administration monitors and acts upon public suggestions received via TikTok. His government, through TVRI, has also acquired the broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, utilizing over Rp1 trillion in state funds.