Air Asia confirms flight QZ8501 lost contact
Jakarta – AirAsia confirmed in a statement today that flight QZ8501 from Surabaya to Singapore had lost contact with air traffic control at 07:24 this morning. It said that there was no further information regarding the status of the passengers and crew … Continue reading Air Asia confirms flight QZ8501 lost contact
Typhoon: ASEAN offers support to Philippines
Jakarta – The Association of Southeast Asian Nations expressed its sympathy to the Philippines after the country was hit over the weekend by Typhoon Hagupit (locally known as Ruby) while still recovering from last year’s Haiyan disaster.. In a letter addressed … Continue reading Typhoon: ASEAN offers support to Philippines
Indonesia Economy: Delivering change
Jakarta – The encouraging initiatives of Indonesia’s new government bode well for the country. But weakening investment and sluggish exports, coupled with unfavorable conditions globally, will continue to impact prospects for higher growth. Indonesia’s new president and administration took office … Continue reading Indonesia Economy: Delivering change
Indonesia: Some Visa Requirements Waived
Jakarta – Indonesia will waive visa requirements for tourists from China, Australia, Japan, South Korea and Russia as well as introduce third-country visas next year. Â These regulations have been changed in order to help boost tourism arrivals to Indonesia and … Continue reading Indonesia: Some Visa Requirements Waived
ASEAN to heighten public awareness of biodiversity issues
Manila – Government communication officers and biodiversity experts from the ten ASEAN Member States  are in Manila for a three-day workshop on heightening public awareness of biodiversity issues and concerns. The ASEAN Biodiversity Communication, Education and Public Awareness (CEPA) Workshop … Continue reading ASEAN to heighten public awareness of biodiversity issues