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POLITICSSep 30Indonesia suspends five officials over luxury apartments for inmatesWarden among five officials suspended over the discovery of an apartment-style compound for inmates at Cibinong prison.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSSep 29Indonesia accelerates oil , gas exploration amid geopolitical turmoilIndonesia is increasing its efforts in oil and gas exploration amidst ongoing geopolitical turmoil. This aims to secure energy resources or capitalize on market conditions during a period of global uncertainty.en.antaranews.com · Indonesia
WORLDSep 29Singapore or bust: how Indonesian student’s crowdfunding plea shows degree of desirabilityFor 28-year-old Indonesian professional Evelyn Clarissa Siregar, asking strangers to help fund her MBA in Singapore was a gamble: she knew the request was unconventional but hoped putting her dream out in public might open a door. Instead, her appeal for more than S$100,000 (US$78,000) to fund her business programme at Singapore Management University (SMU) drew fierce online criticism, with some labelling her entitled and questioning her plans. “I never expected the backlash to become this big,”...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 29Indonesian prison chief suspended over secret VIP compound for inmatesThe governor of an Indonesian prison has been suspended after authorities uncovered a suspected luxury compound for VIP inmates within the grounds, prompting a parliamentary inquiry. However, Director General of Corrections Mashudi denied the accusations during a House of Representatives commission hearing on Monday. Cibinong Prison in Bogor, West Java, came under investigation after inspectors from the Ombudsman’s office discovered a fenced-off compound behind the prison chief’s house during a...South China Morning Post
DISASTERSep 29Bangkok flood disaster, Indonesian victim of fake cash scam: 7 Asia highlightsWe have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Bangkok declares flood disaster across city as thousands flee from homes Entire Bangkok neighbourhoods were inundated on Saturday as the city government declared a flood disaster after the worst rains in years overwhelmed the Thai capital, submerging roads, cars and...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 28Indonesian Marines receive 12 new US - made amphibious combat vehiclesIndonesian Marines have acquired 12 new amphibious combat vehicles manufactured in the United States. This signifies an enhancement of Indonesia's military capabilities and defense procurement.en.antaranews.com · Indonesia
BUSINESSSep 28Indonesia’s 3% deficit cap: guardrail or growth barrier?Indonesia is considering lifting a statutory cap on government spending that has been in place for more than two decades, as President Prabowo Subianto pushes for faster economic growth. Supporters argue that greater room to borrow and spend would let Southeast Asia’s largest economy invest its way towards Prabowo’s target of 8 per cent annual growth by 2029. Economists counter that weakening the rule could push up borrowing costs and dent investor confidence. At issue is the mandatory ceiling...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 27Indonesia eyes China for massive 2,772km railway project – with cautionIndonesia is considering Chinese investment to help build a massive 2,772km (1,722 mile) railway network through the vast, resource-rich region of Kalimantan, following the completion of Southeast Asia’s first high-speed line between Jakarta and Bandung, state media and analysts said. However, analysts noted that any future commercial agreements were likely to be negotiated cautiously, given the financial strains that dogged the high-speed line and the challenges that stalled a proposed...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 25Indonesian coal deal fuels doubts over production quota approvalsA major coal deal in Indonesia is set to secure a powerful new partner for one of the country’s biggest miners, even as the industry worries a delay in the government’s approval of production quotas could have a severe impact on the business outlook. Low Tuck Kwong and his daughter Elaine Low, the biggest shareholders of Bayan Resources, agreed on September 16 to sell a 30 per cent stake in Indonesia’s third-largest coal producer to fellow tycoon Andi Syamsuddin Arsyad, better known as Haji...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 24Indonesia commissions first aircraft carrier, bolstering sea defenceIndonesia’s navy commissioned its first aircraft carrier on Thursday after acquiring the former Italian vessel to strengthen its maritime defences and disaster response. The Italian flag on the former ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi was replaced with the Indonesian flag on the carrier renamed the KRI Sriwijaya-100 as part of its official transfer at the ceremony held at Tanjung Priok seaport in North Jakarta. “The ship, which previously served in the Italian navy, now bears the name KRI Sriwijaya-100,...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 24Indonesia Stock Market May Turn Lower Again On ThursdayThe Indonesia Stock Market is predicted to potentially experience a downturn on Thursday. This forecast is relevant for investors and economic observers monitoring market trends in the region.finanzen.ch · Switzerland
BUSINESSSep 23Placing biofuels at the heart of Indonesia energy sovereignty driveIndonesia is focusing on biofuels as a central component of its energy sovereignty efforts. This initiative is significant for the nation's energy independence and environmental policy.en.antaranews.com · Indonesia
BUSINESSSep 23Indonesian arrested in Singapore over fake banknotes was victim of fraud: lawyerThe lawyer for an Indonesian businessman arrested in Singapore for allegedly using counterfeit S$10,000 (US$7,830) notes at a casino has said his client was a victim of fraud himself. The businessman, identified only as Steven, is accused of exchanging 34 fake S$10,000 notes for chips over three visits to the Resorts World Sentosa casino in June. The notes were accepted but later found to be counterfeit. His lawyer, Dosma Sijabat, told Tempo news magazine on Tuesday that the fake bills did not...South China Morning Post
DISASTERSep 23Death toll from capsized ship in Indonesia rises to 20The number of fatalities from a capsized ship in Indonesia has increased to 20. This reports on the growing impact of a maritime disaster.bordermail.com.au · Australia
DISASTERBREAKINGSep 23Death toll from capsized ship in Indonesia rises to 20newcastleherald.com.au
BUSINESSSep 23Documentary A River Out of Time probes green economy projects in Indonesian Borneo – Benar NewsA new documentary titled "A River Out of Time" investigates green economy projects in Indonesian Borneo. This report highlights environmental and economic developments in the region.benarnews.org · Bangladesh
HEALTHSep 22Indonesia breathing issues spike to over 170,000 cases amid wildfire hazeSouth China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 22Indonesia presses ahead with Russian oil imports despite ‘real risk’ of US penaltiesIndonesia plans to press ahead with discounted Russian crude oil imports to secure domestic energy supplies and manage fiscal pressures, despite the risk of higher US tariffs as Washington moves to tighten economic pressure on Moscow. On Friday, US President Donald Trump signed into law an act that would give him authority to impose sanctions on Russia and slap tariffs of up to 100 per cent on the top five buyers of Russian crude oil, gas and military equipment, or countries that help Moscow...South China Morning Post
HEALTHSep 22Respiratory Problems Climb Past 170,000 Cases In Haze-Hit IndonesiaChannels TV
POLITICSSep 22Indonesia’s UN Security Council bid tests non-aligned diplomacyIndonesia’s bid for another term on the United Nations’ premier security body stands a good chance of success given Jakarta’s growing global engagement, analysts say, but its balancing act between competing powers could complicate efforts to speak for the Global South. Jakarta’s Foreign Ministry said on Thursday that it would launch its campaign this week for a fifth term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for 2029–2030. The ministry said it was seeking the seat to...South China Morning Post
DISASTERSep 21Indonesia Doing ‘Everything’ But Struggling To Curb Fires — Cabinet SecretaryThe hazardous smoke emanating from the fires has blanketed parts of the country as well as Malaysia and Singapore for weeks. The post Indonesia Doing ‘Everything’ But Struggling To Curb Fires — Cabinet Secretary appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BUSINESSSep 2101F Group Announces Investment in DANA , Indonesia Leading Digital Financial Company , Reinforcing Long - Term Confidence in Asia Fintech Opportunityirishsun.com · Ireland
BUSINESSSep 2101F Group Announces Investment in DANA , Indonesia Leading Digital Financial Company , Reinforcing Long - Term Confidence in Asia Fintech Opportunity01F Group has announced an investment in DANA, a leading digital financial company in Indonesia, signaling confidence in Asia's fintech sector. This represents a significant business development in the Asian financial technology market.cincinnatisun.com · United States
BUSINESSSep 2101F Group Announces Investment in DANA , Indonesia Leading Digital Financial Company , Reinforcing Long - Term Confidence in Asia Fintech Opportunity01F Group has announced an investment in DANA, a leading digital financial company in Indonesia, demonstrating long-term confidence in the Asia fintech market opportunity. This move reinforces the growth potential within the region's financial technology sector.bruneinews.net · Malaysia