As Indonesia swears in a new president, all eyes are on his team and how he will engage with the world

As Indonesia swears in a new president, all eyes are on his team and how he will engage with the world

At 73, he is Indonesia’s oldest president to take office while Mr Gibran, 37, is the country’s youngest-ever vice-president. Despite winning on the pledge of continuity, however, analysts say Mr Prabowo could adopt different approaches in his economic, defence and foreign policies.   MOTORCADES, MUSIC – AND HORSES? From the parliament building, Mr Prabowo’s and Mr … Read more

Former Miss Universe Indonesia promotes New Zealand in tourism campaign

The Indonesian market is growing quickly for New Zealand. For the year ending May this year, 21,248 Indonesians visited New Zealand, an increase of 26.1 per cent on the previous year. “The success of the three-episode special filmed over 10 days in the North Island last year proved that travel shows work well in the … Read more

Indonesian policewomen measured through ‘purity and beauty’, subjected to virginity testing

Women looking to become police officers in Indonesia are reported to have to undergo an invasive “two-finger” virginity test and be “pretty” as a part of the recruitment process. Key points: Virginity testing female police recruits continues despite pressure to end the practice Policewomen must also be “pretty” and subjected to a list of physical … Read more

Indonesian diva Raisa is back to entertain the Malaysian fans and this time it will be the most special one in ‘Teristimewa’

INDONESIAN superstar songbird Raisa Andriana is back to entertain the Malaysian for the third time in three years. And this time it will be the most special one. The concert is dubbed ‘Teristimewa’ and the ever popular singer will belt out her most famous hits at the Megastar Arena KL on Nov 3. Promising a … Read more

Horrifying moment tourist is washed out to sea when a huge wave crashes over him while posing for pictures on rocks in Indonesia

This is the shocking moment a tourist was washed away by a huge wave while posing for pictures at a notorious coastal spot in Indonesia. Rony Josua Simanjuntak, 21, from North Sumatra, was visiting the Kedung Tumpang Beach in East Java on October 13 when tragedy struck. The young man was standing on wet rocks … Read more

Bank Indonesia Holds Key Rate After Rupiah Comes Under Pressure

(Bloomberg) — Indonesia’s central bank kept its key interest rate steady as expected, pausing an easing cycle as external risks drag on the rupiah currency. Most Read from Bloomberg Bank Indonesia left the benchmark BI-Rate unchanged at 6% on Wednesday, as predicted by 30 of the 41 economists surveyed by Bloomberg, with the rest expecting … Read more

Indonesian Fish Farmer Captures the Beauty of Aquaculture in Photos

A year ago, he was working in a cigarette factory, but now Yafie Achmad is surrounded by Indonesia’s natural beauty at his new job as a fish farmer. He celebrates his love for the new gig by photographing the stunning moments in his everyday routine.  His Instagram is filled with images of plants, people, and wildlife in his home of Yogyakrta, Indonesia. Whether its … Read more

PT Marina Development Indonesia and Pelindo have signed a contract for Indonesia’s First Full-Service Yacht Marina with International Standard

New Development to Accommodate 180 Yachts, Including Vessels up to 90 Meters JAKARTA, Indonesia, Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — PT Marina Development Indonesia (MDI) and Pelindo are excited to announce the groundbreaking of Indonesia’s first international-standard full service marina. This milestone project represents a significant leap forward in the country’s maritime tourism and infrastructure. The … Read more

New Sothys signature treatment inspired by Indonesian beauty rituals

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K-Beauty brands’ fierce battle in the Indonesian Market

South Korean cosmetics brands are striving to gain ground in the Indonesian market, despite the fierce competition from Western and Japanese cosmetics brands. Statistics Indonesia (BPS) reports that the cosmetics industry grew 9.61 percent since last year. As beauty is a social standard in Indonesia, females, as well as their male counterparts, are more focused … Read more