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Indonesian Immigration Arrests 37 Foreigners for Overstay, Most from Africa
Tempo.co
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June 30, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - A total of 37 foreigners were arrested by the Immigration Office Class 1 Central Jakarta in Operation Wira Waspada. "The majority of whom are citizens of African countries, especially Nigeria," said Ronald Arman Abdullah, the...
Indonesia: Preparing for AI’s Expanding Influence and Impact
OpenGov Asia
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June 30, 2025
Indonesia is taking significant steps to embrace artificial intelligence in both education and digital safety, as policymakers, educators and civil society organisations (CSOs) come together to prepare the country for the rapid changes brought...
Indonesia supports sustainable batik industry in Pekalongan
Antara
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July 1, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian government supports the development of sustainable creative economy businesses, including batik-making enterprises that use natural dyes in Pekalongan, Central Java. During a visit to the Pekalongan Batik Museum...
Indonesian Police celebrate 79th Bhayangkara Day at Monas
Antara
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July 1, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian National Police (Polri) officially commenced the ceremony marking the 79th Bhayangkara Day at the National Monument (Monas) area in Central Jakarta on Tuesday. According to ANTARA’s on-site observation, the...
Women’s growing role in drug trade raises concerns in Indonesia
VietnamPlus
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June 30, 2025
Jakarta (VNA) – Women accounted for around 10% of suspects in drug-related cases in Indonesia over the past three months, according to the National Narcotics Agency (BNN). During that period, authorities arrested 285 suspects in 172 trafficking...
Women build Myanmar's future
Bangkok Post
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June 30, 2025
Amid Myanmar's unrelenting crisis, it is women who are quietly reshaping the nation's future. As the country reels from military violence, institutional collapse, and humanitarian catastrophe, women have stepped forward -- not just as survivors,...
Renewable Energy Development in Indonesia Projected to Boost Economic Growth
Tempo.co
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July 1, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) projects that the development of renewable energy can drive Indonesia's economic growth by up to 8 percent per year in 2029. Additionally, the utilization of clean energy also...
Christine Caine: ‘The Global Church Is Growing Like I’ve Never Seen Before’
Relevant Magazine
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June 30, 2025
It’s easy to believe the church is shrinking. Headlines warn of empty pews, a faithless generation and cultural decline. But Christine Caine is convinced the real story is far more hopeful — and she’s got the passport stamps to prove it. From...
Fusion, vegan and other barbecue trends: What defines Peninsula barbecue culture, and where does it go from here?
The Almanac - California
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June 30, 2025
Aaron Clark and daughter Skyler Clark-Wang, 4, eat at Breakwater Barbecue in El Granada. Photo by Anna Hoch-Kenney. The Bay Area barbecue scene is changing. Longtime institutions have closed, a prominent Peninsula chain substantially downsized and...
BBN Airlines Indonesia achieves IOSA Certification
Asian Aviation
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June 30, 2025
BBN Airlines Indonesia has been awarded IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certification. The IOSA certification by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) follows an audit conducted by independent, IATA-accredited experts. All...
Lazada’s seller empowerment and education initiatives fuel smarter, future-ready e-commerce
Manila Standard
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June 30, 2025
Fresh off its 6.6. mid-year mega sale, leading eCommerce platform, Lazada Philippines, is reaffirming its commitment to long-term, sustainable growth with a dynamic mix of education, innovation, and AI-powered tools tailored for sellers on its...
Indonesian Govt Calls for Thorough Response to Job Scams in Cambodia
Tempo.co
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June 30, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Minister of Foreign Affairs Sugiono stated that the issue resolution concerning Indonesian citizens in Cambodia who have fallen victim to job scams must be handled comprehensively. Sugiono said these cases must be addressed...
Ministries form committee to accelerate medical education reform
Antara
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June 30, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology have officially established a joint committee to accelerate reforms in medical education and national health services. The launch and signing...
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Indonesia’s envoy lauds local currency transaction deal with India as bilateral trade boost
Firstpost
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June 30, 2025
Lauding the local currency transaction agreement signed between India and Indonesia , Ina H. Krisnamurthi, the Indonesian Ambassador to India & Bhutan, noted that the initiative is already set in motion. The remarks from the Indonesian envoy came...
Complex Financing For Micro Enterprises In Indonesia Wins Grunin Prize
Forbes
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In Indonesia, micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are a significant part of the economy, providing 60% of GDP and employing 97% of the workforce. Many of those businesses are micro enterprises—and access to financing gets harder the...
Lesson from eFishery’s fraud: A wake-up call for Indonesia’s startup ecosystem
The Business Times Singapore
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June 30, 2025
In late 2024, Indonesia’s pride in its first aquaculture unicorn turned to shock when it emerged that eFishery, once valued at US$1.4 billion, was embroiled in a massive fraud. In April this year, co-founder and former chief executive officer...
Indonesia seeks bridging digital divide through Sekolah Rakyat
Antara
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June 30, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian government is committed to expanding equitable internet access nationwide to ensure younger generations benefit from digital infrastructure and improved educational opportunities. This was conveyed by Wayan Toni...
Indonesian universities should drive change and development: Minister
Antara
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June 30, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Higher Education, Science, and Technology Minister Brian Yuliarto stated that Indonesian universities are not isolated entities; rather, they should inspire and encourage change. In a statement received here on Monday, the...
Why Indonesian Volcano Rinjani Captivates Hikers Worldwide?
Tempo.co
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June 30, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Towering at 3,726 meters above sea level (masl), Mount Rinjani on Lombok Island, West Nusa Tenggara, is one of Indonesia's most popular hiking destinations. What exactly makes the volcano such a magnet for hikers? 1. A...
Malaysian Tourists Tragedy in Indonesia: Falling on Mount Rinjani, Swept Away by Sea Current
Tempo.co
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June 30, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Recently, several incidents have happened to Malaysian tourists visiting Indonesia, from diving in the sea to climbing mountains. On Sunday, June 29, 2025, a Malaysian tourist was swept away by the sea current in the waters of...