capital city and smallest province of Indonesia
Pope Francis leaves Indonesia to resume Asia-Pacific tour in PNG - Society - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/09/06/pope-francis-leaves-indonesia-to-resume-asia-pacific-tour-in-png.html
Quick Glance: Papal Partnership for Environmental Peace Initiatives
- Pope Francis and Indonesia's grand imam signed a joint declaration calling for decisive action against climate change.
- The declaration highlights the need for interfaith dialogue to address the environmental crisis that hinders harmonious coexistence.
- The meeting took place in Jakarta, where the pope and imam used the Tunnel of Friendship as a symbol of religious tolerance and collaboration.
- Pope Francis aims to prioritize climate change and extremism during his trip across Asia and Oceania.
Why Indonesia’s Antam Wants to Acquire a Chinese Nickel Smelter: Jakarta has successfully encouraged foreign firms to invest in nickel processing facilities in ...
thediplomat.com/2024/09/why-indonesias-antam-wants-to-acquire-a-chinese-nickel-smelter/
Indonesia Deports Fugitive Philippine Mayor Accused of Involvement in Cyberscams: The extradition brings an end to a months-long manhunt for Alice Guo ...
thediplomat.com/2024/09/indonesia-deports-fugitive-philippine-mayor-accused-of-involvement-in-cyberscams/
Quick Glance: Outrage Over Photos with Accused Spy
- Senior Filipino officials have faced backlash for taking photos with Alice Guo, a former mayor accused of spying for China.
- Guo was arrested in Jakarta and is alleged to have protected human trafficking and illegal scam operations during her tenure.
- Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos stated the photo was meant for documentation and he was unaware of Guo's actions during the photo.
- Criticism on social media was immediate, with calls for Guo to explain her actions and for accountability in the justice system.
China retailer Miniso opens its biggest store in Jakarta: GUANGZHOU -- Chinese retailer Miniso has opened its largest store in the world in Jakarta ...
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Indonesia's Bali wants to ban building of hotels, villas, media say: Indonesia's tourist resort island of Bali has proposed a ban lasting a year or two on the ...
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Indonesia’s Biodiesel Push Poses Risks to Palm Oil Supply Chain: With production stagnating, Jakarta's increasing use of palm oil for biodiesel production could ...
thediplomat.com/2024/09/indonesias-biodiesel-push-poses-risks-to-palm-oil-supply-chain/
Pope wraps up Indonesia leg of grueling Asia-Pacific tour - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/09/06/pope-wraps-up-indonesia-leg-of-grueling-asia-pacific-tour.html
'Like Jesus' presence': Over 80,000 attend Pope's mass in Indonesia: Only rockstars and presidents can usually fill Indonesia's national stadium ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/like-jesus-presence-over-80000-attend-popes-mass-indonesia-2024-09-05/
Indonesian ride-hailing and delivery service GoTo Group has said it will shut down operations in Vietnam.
GoTo has continued to report net losses overall ... Show more
Indonesia's GoTo exits Vietnam after battle with Grab, Shopee - Nikkei Asia
Indonesia's GoTo exits Vietnam after battle with Grab, Shopee - Nikkei Asia
Quick Glance: GoTo Exits Vietnam Market Amid Tough Competition
- GoTo Group will cease operations in Vietnam on September 16, 2024.
- This decision follows challenges in establishing a successful foothold in the competitive market.
- Gojek launched in Vietnam in 2018 with the help of local partner Go-Viet.
- The withdrawal signifies the conclusion of a significant international endeavor for the Indonesian company.
The power of modesty - Editorial - The Jakarta Post: The power of modesty - Editorial - The Jakarta Post
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Indonesia's Birth Rate Praised by Pope Francis: The pontiff thanked parents for having children, criticizing Western couples for preferring to keep pets instead ...
newsweek.com/pope-francis-indonesia-bith-rate-praise-1949394
Indonesia and Australia Sign ‘Historic’ Defense Cooperation Agreement: The two sides also announced their largest-ever bilateral military exercise ...
thediplomat.com/2024/08/indonesia-and-australia-sign-historic-defense-cooperation-agreement/
Quick Glance: Indonesia and Australia Forge Major Defense Agreement
- Indonesia and Australia have signed a significant defense agreement following two years of negotiations.
- The pact includes provisions for joint exercises and reciprocal access for military forces, enhancing security cooperation.
- The largest joint military exercise, named Chris Woomera, is scheduled for November in Surabaya, involving 2,000 personnel.
- This agreement reflects a strategic convergence between the nations while Indonesia maintains its non-aligned foreign policy stance.
Timor Leste prepares for first papal visit since independence - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/09/09/timor-leste-prepares-for-first-papal-visit-since-independence.html
Quick Glance: Pope Urges Protection of Youth in Timor-Leste
- Pope Francis emphasized the need to protect young people from abuse upon his arrival in Timor-Leste, highlighting the dignity of affected individuals.
- His visit coincides with allegations against former Bishop Carlos Ximenes Belo, known since 2019, regarding past abuse cases.
- Despite criticism over costs related to the papal visit and forced evictions in the area, a large attendance is anticipated for the upcoming mass.
- This trip marks the first papal visit to Timor-Leste since 1989 and underscores the significant growth of the Catholic population since independence.
What the Pope didn’t see in Indonesia: “Fostering religious harmony for the sake of humanity is the path we are called to follow,” declared Pope Francis while ...
asiatimes.com/2024/09/what-the-pope-didnt-see-in-indonesia/
Pope praises Indonesians for choosing children over cats - Society - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/09/05/pope-praises-indonesians-for-choosing-children-over-cats.html
Quick Glance: Pope Commends Indonesians for Embracing Family Life
- Pope Francis commended Indonesians for their large families, contrasting this with trends in other countries that prioritize pets over children.
- He spoke with President Joko Widodo in Jakarta about the significance of families having three to five children.
- The Pope noted the demographic decline in Europe, stating many homes are filled with objects but lack children.
- Despite Indonesia's higher birth rate compared to many Western nations, a decline has also been observed there.
Pope Francis’s visit debunks the 'clash of civilizations' narrative - Academia - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/opinion/2024/09/09/pope-franciss-visit-debunks-the-clash-of-civilizations-narrative.html
Pope Francis has arrived in Muslim-majority Indonesia to kick off a four-nation tour of the Asia-Pacific that will be the longest and farthest of the ... Show more
Pope arrives in Muslim-majority Indonesia to start Asia-Pacific tour
Pope arrives in Muslim-majority Indonesia to start Asia-Pacific tour
China Railway to take part in Bali LRT construction - Companies - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/business/2024/09/05/china-railway-to-take-part-in-bali-lrt-construction.html
Pope Francis’ first visit to Singapore has been eight years in the making: SINGAPORE: The upcoming visit by Pope Francis to Singapore is one that has been eight ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/09/07/pope-francis-first-visit-to-singapore-has-been-eight-years-in-the-making
Several passengers injured as plane skids off Indonesia runway: JAYAPURA: A plane with 48 people aboard skidded off the runway in Indonesia's remote eastern ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/09/09/several-passengers-injured-as-plane-skids-off-indonesia-runway
Mass protests in cities across Indonesia succeeded in halting attempts by the House of Representatives to annul changes to the Regional Elections Law made by ... Show more
Jokowi to be remembered as leader who undermined democracy - Academia - The Jakarta Post
Jokowi to be remembered as leader who undermined democracy - Academia - The Jakarta Post
The Curious Vatican-Asian Alliance: What are the diplomatic priorities behind Pope Francis’ ambitious upcoming journey to the Asia-Pacific?
thediplomat.com/2024/08/the-curious-vatican-asian-alliance/
Team Indonesia leans on Dutch-born contingent in quest for World Cup return - Sports - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/sports/2024/09/03/team-indonesia-leans-on-dutch-born-contingent-in-quest-for-world-cup-return.html
Pope Francis visit keenly awaited in deeply Catholic East Timor: Pope's visit is set to resonate in Dili despite abuse scandals that have plagued the church.
reuters.com/world/pope-francis-visit-keenly-awaited-deeply-catholic-east-timor-2024-09-08/
Pope heads to Papua New Guinea after final Mass in Indonesia: Pope Francis is wrapping up his visit to Indonesia after celebrating Mass before an overflow crowd ...
apnews.com/article/asia-indonesia-pope-papua-new-guinea-islam-30c460c3ccea902cbcd8e5330d49ea1a
Indonesia performs first telerobotic surgery on humans in Southeast Asia - Society - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/09/04/indonesia-performs-first-telerobotic-surgery-on-humans-in-southeast-asia.html
Indonesia Is One of the World’s Biggest Sources of Catholic Priests: A seminary on Flores, a Catholic-majority island in Indonesia, ordains so many priests that ...
nytimes.com/2024/09/07/world/asia/indonesia-catholic-priests-exports.html
Pope Francis met with the Grand Imam of the of Istiqlal Mosque in Indonesia on September 5, the world's largest Muslim-majority nation ... Show more
Istiqlal Mosque, Indonesia: Pope Francis says battling climate change, religious extremism a common cause for all | CNN
Istiqlal Mosque, Indonesia: Pope Francis says battling climate change, religious extremism a common cause for all | CNN
Reimagining coexistence: Australian Piccinini exhibits 'Care' at Museum MACAN - Art & Culture - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/culture/2024/09/09/reimagining-coexistence-australian-piccinini-exhibits-care-at-museum-macan.html
UY, PHILIPPINES! 🇵🇭👀
Now a top official at the Vatican, the former Manila archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle (first from left) joins Pope Francis in a ... Show more
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Grab, Gojek drivers say they are earning less; Grab says the income dip is 'seasonal'
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/private-hire-driver-income-grab-gojek-tada-4558486
Pope repeats remarks that some people prefer pets to children: Jakarta, Indonesia – Pope Francis has repeated his divisive comments that in some countries people ...
cnn.com/2024/09/05/europe/pope-francis-remarks-pets-children-intl/
CNA Sep 05
Singapore moves to import more low-carbon electricity from Indonesia: Singapore also raised its low-carbon electricity import target from 4GW by 2035 to 6GW.
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singapore-import-low-carbon-electricity-indonesia-conditional-approval-licence-target-raised-4587851
POPE FRANCIS 🤝 GRAND IMAM
Pope Francis attends an interreligious meeting along with the Grand Imam of the Mosque Nasaruddin Umar ... Show more
LIVE UPDATES: Pope Francis tours Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste, Singapore
LIVE UPDATES: Pope Francis tours Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste, Singapore
Indonesia Arrests Fugitive Philippine Mayor Wanted Over Scam Operations: Alice Guo is the subject of a Senate investigation into her links to illegal gaming ...
thediplomat.com/2024/09/indonesia-arrests-fugitive-philippine-mayor-wanted-over-scam-operations/
Japan's prefectural governments, which are facing a severe labor shortage, have been traveling to Indonesia to recruit workers as migrant numbers from Vietnam ... Show more
Indonesia reemerges as key labor pool for Japan as Vietnamese migration slumps - Nikkei Asia
Indonesia reemerges as key labor pool for Japan as Vietnamese migration slumps - Nikkei Asia
AirAsia boss says monopoly behind RI’s pricey jet fuel - Companies - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/business/2024/09/06/airasia-boss-says-monopoly-behind-ris-pricey-jet-fuel.html
Activists revive calls to revoke discriminatory policies after pope's visit - Society - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/09/08/activists-revive-calls-to-revoke-discriminatory-policies-after-popes-visit.html
KAI eyes deal with Malaysian railway operator to sell each other's tickets - Companies - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/business/2024/09/03/kai-eyes-deal-with-malaysian-railway-operator-to-sell-each-others-tickets.html
CNA Sep 05
Analysis: Amid flight disruptions, capacity cuts and unhappy passengers, how can Malaysia Airlines and parent company bounce back?
channelnewsasia.com/asia/malaysia-airlines-aviation-flight-cancellations-4588231
Indonesia arrests seven over Pope Francis ‘terror threats’: Indonesia arrested seven people for making “terror threats” online against Pope Francis during his ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/09/06/indonesia-arrests-seven-over-pope-francis-terror-threats-
Bangladesh Must Navigate the Reality of Infrastructure as a Weapon of Foreign Interference
thediplomat.com/2024/08/bangladesh-must-navigate-the-reality-of-infrastructure-as-a-weapon-of-foreign-interference/
LIVE: Pope Francis meets bishops, and young people in IndonesiaPope Francis meets bishops, priests, deacons, consecrated persons, seminarians, catechists ... Show more
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Indonesia's economy suffers from 'long COVID' as middle class shrinks: JAKARTA -- Indonesia's economy is suffering from "long COVID" in the form ...
asia.nikkei.com/Economy/Indonesia-s-economy-suffers-from-long-COVID-as-middle-class-shrinks
Indonesian police detain seven in a failed plot to attack Pope Francis: JAKARTA: The Indonesian police have detained seven people in a failed plot to attack Pope ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/09/06/indonesian-police-detain-seven-in-a-failed-plot-to-attack-pope-francis
S’pore-bound Scoot flight from Melbourne diverted to Jakarta as precaution after engine issue
straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/s-pore-bound-scoot-flight-from-melbourne-diverted-to-jakarta-as-precaution-after-engine-issue
Indonesia, GCC start talks on free trade agreement: Indonesia and the Gulf Cooperation Council, which includes Saudi Arabia and other Arab states ...
reuters.com/world/indonesia-gcc-start-talks-free-trade-agreement-2024-09-09/
Teck Seng Ho: Understanding client needs crucial for sustaining Sun Life Indonesia - Companies - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/business/2024/09/04/teck-seng-ho-understanding-client-needs-crucial-for-sustaining-sun-life-indonesia.html
Gregor Johann Haas could be sent to Indonesia after accused Chinese spy Alice Guo sent to the Philippines
abc.net.au/news/2024-09-06/payne-haas-father-indonesia-philippines-swap-alice-guo/104317598
Japan's prefectural governments, which are facing a severe labor shortage, have been traveling to Indonesia to recruit workers as migrant numbers from Vietnam ... Show more
Indonesia reemerges as key labor pool for Japan as Vietnamese migration slumps - Nikkei Asia
Indonesia reemerges as key labor pool for Japan as Vietnamese migration slumps - Nikkei Asia
Motorcycle taxi drivers in Indonesia staged a strike to protest low pay and called on the government to provide more protection against what they say are ... Show more
Indonesian app-based taxi drivers strike in protest over low pay | Reuters
Indonesian app-based taxi drivers strike in protest over low pay | Reuters
PDI-P shuts door on Anies reelection bid - Politics - The Jakarta Post: PDI-P shuts door on Anies reelection bid - Politics - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/08/29/pdi-p-shuts-door-on-anies-reelection-bid.html
Indonesia's middle class struggles with financial insecurity - Economy - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/business/2024/09/07/indonesias-middle-class-struggles-with-financial-insecurity.html
Singapore increases checkpoint security ahead of Pope Francis visit - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/09/09/singapore-increases-checkpoint-security-ahead-of-pope-francis-visit.html
Lost in Java: Tracing French poet Arthur Rimbaud's mythical trail in Indonesia - Art & Culture - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/culture/2024/09/10/lost-in-java-tracing-french-poet-arthur-rimbauds-mythical-trail-in-indonesia.html
Kuala Lumpur and many other big cities across Asia are increasingly turning to old airports to ease the strain on newer, flagship gateways. Southeast Asia's old air hubs are revving back to life - Nikkei Asia
East Timor hosts UN's Guterres for 25th anniversary of independence vote: East Timor will host United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres for the 25th ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/east-timor-hosts-uns-guterres-25th-anniversary-independence-vote-2024-08-30/
Govt revives health tracking system for mpox ahead of IAF 2024 - Society - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/08/28/govt-revives-health-tracking-system-for-mpox-ahead-of-iaf-2024.html
Quick Glance: Nigeria Receives Africa's First Mpox Vaccines
- Nigeria has received 10,000 doses of a mpox vaccine, becoming the first African country to do so amid the ongoing outbreak.
- The vaccines, donated by the US, come as Nigeria reports 40 confirmed cases of mpox, with estimates suggesting the real number could exceed 700.
- The Africa CDC estimates a need for 10 million doses across the continent, with DR Congo facing the most significant challenges from the virus.
- Critics have highlighted the slow vaccine distribution, citing the WHO's overly cautious regulatory processes that must be reevaluated in emergencies.
Pope wades back into parenthood debate with cat and dog quip - Society - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/09/05/pope-wades-back-into-parenthood-debate-with-cat-and-dog-quip.html
Pope Francis showed reverence to a figure of the Virgin Mary, known in Indonesia as "Santa Perawan Maria," in over 80,000 people who attended the mass at ... Show more
Jakarta's Istiqlal Mosque to host Pope Francis' meet with grand imam: It is part of papacy's 45th apostolic journey to Asia-Pacific.
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Bali proposes two-year moratorium on hotel, nightclub construction - Regulations - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/business/2024/09/09/bali-proposes-two-year-moratorium-on-hotel-nightclub-construction.html
House prices to cool ‘briefly’ on high rates, low spending power - Markets - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/business/2024/09/02/house-prices-to-cool-briefly-on-high-rates-low-spending-power.html
❌ ‘PRISONERS OF FAILURES’
In a Mass in Jakarta, Pope Francis encouraged Catholics to keep the faith when efforts don’t bear fruit or when mistakes “seem to ... Show more
Transjakarta to add 200 more electric buses by year-end - Companies - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/business/2024/09/02/transjakarta-to-add-200-more-electric-buses-by-year-end.html
As Protests Rage, Indonesian Parliament Delays Controversial Election Law Changes
thediplomat.com/2024/08/as-protests-rage-indonesian-parliament-delays-controversial-election-law-changes/
CNA Sep 08
Singapore to step up security at checkpoints for a week starting Sep 9: Pope Francis will visit Singapore from Sep 11 to Sep 13. While in Indonesia ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/ica-increase-security-checkpoints-travellers-pope-francis-4594401
Huge crowd of 100,000 attends Pope Francis’s last mass in Indonesia before he heads to Papua New Guinea
independent.co.uk/asia/southeast-asia/pope-francis-indonesia-last-mass-papua-new-guinea-b2608112.html
Relocating Indonesia’s Import Gates: A Shortcut to Help Local Industries Compete: Indonesia is considering forcing imports of certain goods to transit through ...
thediplomat.com/2024/09/relocating-indonesias-import-gates-a-shortcut-to-help-local-industries-compete/
‘Taste of Australia 2024’: Grilling steaks and fostering friendship - Food - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/culture/2024/09/03/taste-of-australia-2024-grilling-steaks-and-fostering-friendship.html
Prabowo downplays rumors of rift with Jokowi - Politics - The Jakarta Post: Prabowo downplays rumors of rift with Jokowi - Politics - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/09/01/prabowo-downplays-rumors-of-rift-with-jokowi.html
Ministry advises TV stations to show 'adzan' in text during papal mass broadcasts - Society - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/09/04/ministry-advises-tv-stations-to-show-adzan-in-text-during-papal-mass-broadcasts.html
Pope arrives in Papua New Guinea for the second leg of his Southeast Asia and Oceania trip
ctvnews.ca/world/pope-arrives-in-papua-new-guinea-for-the-second-leg-of-his-southeast-asia-and-oceania-trip-1.7027631
Senior economist, govt critic Faisal Basri dies at 65 - Society - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/09/05/senior-economist-govt-critic-faisal-basri-dies-at-65.html
Coming Fed rate cut enlivens outlook on RI stock market - Markets - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/business/2024/09/08/coming-fed-rate-cut-enlivens-outlook-on-ri-stock-market.html
Pope Finds Fervent Fans Among Indonesia’s Transgender Community: For many trans women living on the fringes of the nation’s society, the Catholic Church is a ...
nytimes.com/2024/09/05/world/asia/pope-francis-indonesia-transgender.html
Indonesia's Prabowo hopes to implement 50% palm-based biodiesel blending by 2025: Indonesia president-elect Prabowo Subianto hopes to implement mandatory 50% ...
reuters.com/business/energy/indonesias-prabowo-hopes-implement-50-palm-based-biodiesel-blending-by-2025-2024-08-26/
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