Former Indonesian Education Minister Nadiem Makarim, Gojek co-founder, was sentenced to 10 years in prison by a Jakarta anti-corruption court for corruption in Chromebook procurement during the COVID-19 pandemic, causing $120m in state losses. He denies wrongdoing and plans to appeal.
Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey has called an emergency Executive Board meeting to address multiple allegations of sexual harassment, misconduct, and ethical violations against coaches and officials, citing damage to the organization's reputation and the sport's integrity.
Brazilian President Lula criticized the $2.8B sale of rare earth producer Serra Verde to USA Rare Earth, accusing former Goias governor Ronaldo Caiado of abuse of authority. The deal raises sovereignty concerns as constitutional provisions reserve mineral resource decisions for the federal government.
