New social commerce regs a blow for ‘seamless’ buying experiences

New social commerce regs a blow for ‘seamless’ buying experiences

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

Indonesia says held ‘positive’ Myanmar political talks

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 stock exchange allows Indonesian firms for secondary listing

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 continue to cause concern among children in Indonesia

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

How Local Communities In Indonesia’s Gili Islands Are Restoring Coral Ecosystems Amid Rising Sea Temperatures

(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

Restoring Endangered Sharks To Indonesian Waters

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

I went on the trip of a lifetime to Bali, Indonesia. Here are 4 things I wish I knew before visiting.

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

Indonesia to include nickel in online tracking system from next year

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

Indonesia election commission confirms presidential candidates

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

With 7.8% CAGR, Indonesia Skin Care Products Market Growth To Surpass USD 18,828.24 Million By 2030

(MENAFN- EIN Presswire) Indonesia-Skin-Care-Products market The online sales channel segment, on the other hand, is predicted to exhibit the fastest CAGR of 11.1% during the forecast period. PORTLAND, OREGON, UNITED STATES, April 12, 2023 /einpresswire.com / — According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled,“indonesia skin care products market by Type, Age … Read more