Bali floods: Major Disruption to Travel Industry
DENPASAR, Indonesia — Torrential rains swept across Bali this week, unleashing floods and landslides that killed at least 16 people, forced hundreds from their homes and left Indonesia’s premier tourist destination struggling to recover just as international travel demand has … Continue reading Bali floods: Major Disruption to Travel Industry
Dozens Missing as Floods Ravage Bali
DENPASAR – Torrential monsoon rains have unleashed deadly floods across Bali, claiming at least six lives and leaving several others unaccounted for, officials confirmed. The disaster prompted urgent rescue operations, forced widespread evacuations, and severely disrupted transportation in the popular … Continue reading Dozens Missing as Floods Ravage Bali
Indonesia: Nusantara Falters Amid Budget Cuts
JAKARTA — One year after its envisaged inauguration, Indonesia’s future capital Nusantara – officially Ibu Kota Nusantara (IKN) – is drawing tourists and construction workers to its striking presidential palace, but most of the planned city remains quiet. Significant budget … Continue reading Indonesia: Nusantara Falters Amid Budget Cuts
Indonesian President Prabowo Cancels China Visit
JAKARTA – Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has canceled his scheduled trip to China in a move to focus on a rapidly deteriorating domestic situation. Originally slated to attend China’s “Victory Day” parade on September 3, marking the 80th anniversary of Japan’s … Continue reading Indonesian President Prabowo Cancels China Visit
Indonesia Marks 80th Independence Day
JAKARTA – Indonesia, an archipelago of more than 270 million people and over 17,000 islands, today celebrated the 80th anniversary of its independence. “Hari Kemerdekaan” commemorates the proclamation of independence on August 17, 1945, by Sukarno and Mohammad Hatta and … Continue reading Indonesia Marks 80th Independence Day