Indonesia’s New Era: Prabowo Subianto Takes the Helm
JAKARTA – As the sun rises on October 20, 2024, Indonesia stands on the cusp of a pivotal moment in its political history. The nation’s capital, Jakarta, is abuzz with anticipation as it prepares to witness the inauguration of Prabowo … Continue reading Indonesia’s New Era: Prabowo Subianto Takes the Helm
Indonesia’s Middle Class: Economic Challenges
JAKARTA – Recent data from Indonesia’s Central Statistics Agency (BPS) has highlighted a significant contraction in the country’s middle class, with an estimated 9.5 million people falling out of this socioeconomic bracket since 2019. This decline is attributed to a … Continue reading Indonesia’s Middle Class: Economic Challenges
Nusantara: Dawn for Indonesia’s new Capital
JAKARTA/NUSANTARA – The ambitious project to relocate Indonesia’s capital from the congested city of Jakarta to the new, purpose-built city of Nusantara is nearing its final stages. Despite a series of financial and political hurdles, including delays and a lack … Continue reading Nusantara: Dawn for Indonesia’s new Capital
Thailand Intensifies Tourism Outreach to Indonesians
BANGKOK – In a strategic move to bolster tourism, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched the “Amazing Thailand Road Show to Indonesia 2024,” targeting key Indonesian cities: Medan, Jakarta, and Bali. This initiative is part of a broader … Continue reading Thailand Intensifies Tourism Outreach to Indonesians
Indonesia: Independence Day in new capital city Nusantara
NUSANTARA – Indonesia stands on the brink of a significant change as the country celebrates its Independence Day in the newly proclaimed capital, Nusantara. This historic moment marks not only the relocation of the country’s administrative heart, but also the … Continue reading Indonesia: Independence Day in new capital city Nusantara
Indonesia’s Golden Opportunity: New Visa for Investors
JAKARTA – In a bold move to bolster its economy, Indonesia has rolled out the ‘golden visa’, a strategic initiative designed to draw in global investors by offering them long-term residency. This policy, which came into effect on August 30, … Continue reading Indonesia’s Golden Opportunity: New Visa for Investors
Travel Meet Asia 2024 Concludes with 80% growth
JAKARTA – Travel Meet Asia 2024 organized from 3-4 July at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) in Jakarta has developed into a comprehensive 2-days travel trade show and convention, connecting Southeast Asia’s expanding travel market to global opportunities. The sold-out … Continue reading Travel Meet Asia 2024 Concludes with 80% growth
Indonesia: Devastating Attack on country’s data centers
JAKARTA – In a decisive response to the recent ransomware attack that left Indonesia’s digital infrastructure in disarray, President Joko Widodo has mandated a thorough audit of all government data centers. The cyberattack, which is being described as the most … Continue reading Indonesia: Devastating Attack on country’s data centers
Widodo: “A dream come true for Indonesia”
JAKARTA – Indonesia has entered a new era of transportation with the launch of its first high-speed railway (HSR) on October 1. The HSR connects Jakarta and Bandung, two major cities on the populous island of Java, and reduces the … Continue reading Widodo: “A dream come true for Indonesia”
Jakarta floods leave dozens dead, 60,000 displaced
Jakarta – Severe flooding in Jakarta that’s left swaths of the capital underwater has killed at least 30 people and forced tens of thousands to flee their homes, according to Indonesia’s disaster agency. Torrential rains have been pounding the greater Jakarta region … Continue reading Jakarta floods leave dozens dead, 60,000 displaced