Indonesia–AI Diplomacy: Indonesia has joined the China-initiated World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO) as a founding member, with Coordinating Minister Airlangga Hartarto saying it will help the country keep pace on AI development and shape global governance. Digital Transformation Talks: During a Shanghai visit, Airlangga met Chinese tech firms to discuss AI, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, digital talent, and greener data-centre energy, tying cooperation to Indonesia’s broader digital agenda. Blue Economy Showcase: Indonesia highlighted Banyuwangi’s sustainable marine economy model at the ASEAN-ID Blue Forum, pitching it as a replicable approach across ASEAN. Aviation & Tourism: TransNusa will launch direct Bali–Phuket flights from 9 September, starting with four weekly services and ramping up to daily in October through peak season. Education Policy: The Education Ministry is drafting policies with local governments to address low-enrolment schools, using Dapodik data and focusing on learning quality, teacher capacity, and facilities. Public Safety: A bomb threat sent via WhatsApp to a Jakarta-area school led to a police bomb-squad response; the suspect was arrested and no device was found. Regional Humanitarian Update: Survivors from a boat sinking off South Sulawesi were rescued after days at sea, including a seven-year-old girl.