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FAISALABAD: The Ambassador of Indonesia to Pakistan, Adam M Togio on Thursday said that Faisalabad is home to the people of Indonesia, with which the religious, cultural, business and trade relations of the people of Indonesia are many years old. After coming in Pakistan, I felt that Faisalabad is really our second home, where the … Read more
In the last couple of years, the South East Asian region has witnessed a remarkable boom in social commerce. However, it has not been without its challenges. For instance, many platforms lacked a seamless integrated payment system, creating inconvenience for customers and sellers alike. Having native shopping features was Bytedance-owned TikTok Shop’s biggest advantage in … Read more
Jakarta hoped that would lead “towards inclusive national dialogues in order to find a durable and comprehensive solution to the crisis”, the statement said, as all sides gave a “positive indication” on the possibility of convening inclusive talks soon. But unrest in the country has grown despite the intense diplomatic work. More than 286,000 people … Read more
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd (HKEX) on Friday (Nov 24) said it had added the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) as a Recognised Stock Exchange (RSE), allowing companies listed in Indonesia to apply for a secondary listing in Hong Kong. IDX will join 16 other international exchanges from around the world that have already received … Read more
Micronutrient deficiencies (MNDs) continue to pose a significant global health challenge, with the World Health Organization (WHO) estimating that over 2 billion people are affected. Among those at risk of MNDs in developing and transitioning economies are school-aged children, as government support for micronutrient supplementation remains inconsistent or non-existent. In Indonesia, micronutrient deficiencies (MNDs) in … Read more
(MENAFN- The Conversation) This article is the second part of an in-depth science-based reporting series, supported by the Environmental Reporting from Asia-Pacific Island Countries grant by Internews’ Earth Journalism Network . Sukding, a 42-year-old local fisherman from a remote island in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, remembers a bitter childhood memory of him damaging coral reefs … Read more
Once abundant in the clear waters around Indonesia’s Raja Ampat islands, zebra sharks (Stegostoma tigrinum) were admired for their striking beauty. However, unregulated fishing in the 1990s and early 2000s, mainly for their fins and meat, led to a drastic decline in their numbers. “[Today] it is very rare to see them … The population … Read more
The author at Bodyworks spa in Seminyak, Bali (left), The aftermath of a day of rain in Bali (right).Priya Raj / Business Insider In April, I went on a trip to Bali, Indonesia. In 2020, my trip was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic so I was thrilled to finally visit. I enjoyed my vacation … Read more
JAKARTA: Indonesia plans to include nickel shipments in the government’s online tracking system from next year as it moves to improve governance, mining minister Arifin Tasrif said on Friday (Nov 17). With major reserves of the metal, Indonesia is in talks with the United States for a potential trade partnership on minerals critical for electric … Read more
Subianto, 72, is increasing his margin of popularity over closest rival Pranowo, according to a poll published on Sunday by Indikator Politik Indonesia. The third-time presidential candidate is now favoured by 39.7 per cent of voters to 30 per cent for Pranowo, the poll showed, compared to 36.1 to 33.7 last month. The vote has … Read more
