PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) continues to demonstrate its commitment to supporting environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles through collaboration with PT BRI Asuransi Indonesia (BRINS). This partnership materialized in the event titled Kolaborasi Penanaman Pohon dan Literasi Asuransi BRINS - PNM 2025, held in Central Bangka, Bangka Belitung, on Feb. 11.

PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) held its Meet the CEO and PNM Excellence Awards 2025 event at The Gade Tower in Jakarta on Feb. 6. The event aimed to honor individuals and teams who have demonstrated outstanding achievements in performance and innovation within the company. It served as an important moment to appreciate the dedication and contributions of PNM’s employees in realizing the company’s vision.

PNM has once again launched a community development initiative focused on location-based empowerment, taking into account various local conditions. This time, PNM's Madani Village was officially inaugurated in Tanjung Bunut Village, Muara Enim Regency, South Sumatra, with a focus on pineapple leaf processing.

The empowerment scheme implemented by PNM for its ultra-micro clients has attracted the attention of micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) observers and practitioners from Malaysia. The combination of financing and business assistance through financial, intellectual and social capital has become a unique attraction, leading to PNM serving nearly 22 million customers, while surpassing Grameen Bank.

Floss is a type of dried food made from shredded, seasoned and fried meat. It is typically brown and has a fibrous, cotton-like texture. While beef and chicken floss are commonly found, fish floss is also gaining popularity among consumers.

AXA, a global leading insurance company, has unveiled its strong commitment to establish a long-standing presence in Indonesia, taking a customer-centric culture approach to meet the changing needs of customers toward sustainable growth of the insurance industry in a digitally disrupted world.

Indonesia has officially become a member of the trans-regional BRICS+ cooperation. Brazil announced Indonesia’s acceptance as an official BRICS member following support from Russia, one of BRICS’ key nations.

PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) continues to demonstrate its commitment to supporting ultra-micro businesses in Indonesia, helping them level up. Through financing and training programs, PNM has assisted many entrepreneurs, including Enung Ukanah, a passion fruit syrup producer from Garut who is now thriving.

PT Mekar Investama Teknologi, a licensed fintech lending platform dedicated to supporting micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) excluded from traditional bank loans, is making strides in expanding its reach and amplifying its social impact in productive sectors.

The Ritz-Carlton, Bali, a luxury beach resort in Sawangan, Nusa Dua, is set to welcome the Year of the Snake, offering a vibrant and enriching dining program that showcase the customs and heritage of this cherished holiday.

Sudamala Resorts in Bali, Lombok and Komodo are gearing up to celebrate Chinese New Year, the year of the Wood Snake, with exciting array of events.

Would you like to celebrate Chinese New Year by eating healthy while enjoying a beautiful, fresh and pollution-free green environment? 

Pijar Foundation and Nippon Foundation, in collaboration with Tenggara Strategics, launched a Collaborative Action Plan to accelerate the inclusion of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in higher education and formal employment. The launch event, held on January 23 at CSIS Indonesia, brought together diverse stakeholders, including representatives from disability communities, government bodies, employers, and higher education institutions.

Wukirsari, a village located in Imogiri subdistrict of Bantul regency, Yogyakarta, has brought pride to Indonesia on the international stage for its recognition as a Best Tourism Village 2024 by United Nations Tourism, formerly the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). UN Tourism announced last year’s recipients on Nov. 14, 2024, in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, with the full list of 55 Best Tourism Villages also broadcast on the organization’s YouTube channel.

The twists and struggles of a village child from Bumiayu can serve as an inspiration for young people, especially children from villages. Arif Rahman Hakim is now at the peak of his career as the secretary of the Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises Ministry, while also serving as president commissioner of PNM.

The metropolitan landscape of Jakarta will get a bigger spotlight this year with a public invitation to view it from 385 meters in the air. Thamrin Nine is proud to reveal Indonesia’s first-ever rooftop viewing platform: the Observatory Deck atop the Autograph Tower, the centerpiece of the capital’s famed Thamrin Nine Complex.

Hard Rock Hotel Bali has been recognized as a Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) certified hotel, becoming the second in Indonesia to acquire this renowned certification, thanks largely to its strong commitment to sustainability.

Nestled within Padma Resort Legian, the newly reopened SKAI Bar & Grill has quickly become a favorite destination for both resort guests and visitors.

I Kadek Sumiarta, a young and talented culinarian at The Apurva Kempinski Bali, has won third place at Young Talents Escoffier, a prestigious global competition held in November 2024 in Paris.

Japanese ramen and hospitality brand Kenji Ramen has opened its third location in Padang Linjong, Canggu, Bali.

PT Tokyu Land Indonesia is excited to announce a strategic collaboration with The Raffles Group of Schools aimed at developing and establishing educational facilities within PT Tokyu Land Indonesia’s residential and mixed-use developments. This collaboration will bring accessible, high-quality education to local communities, beginning with the opening of a preschool at the BRANZ SIMATUPANG Apartment in July 2025.

Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry/Chairman of the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), Rosan Perkasa Roeslani, visited three major Chinese companies engaged in the electric vehicle sector: Build Your Dreams (BYD), CNGR New Material Co., Ltd. and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL). The meetings took place at their respective facilities in China on Dec. 16-17, 2024.

The Jakarta based social start-up Campaign #ForABetterWorld is facilitating the advancement of education in Indonesia through an app that promotes an innovative social campaign called #BantuSekolahYuk.

As the year draws to a close, the Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry/BKPM (Investment Coordinating Board) has reminded investors to promptly submit their Investment Activity Report (LKPM) for Q4 2024. These reports serve as a key basis for evaluating national investment performance and assessing the impact of various investment policies implemented throughout the year.

The Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry/BKPM (Investment Coordinating Board) has held an Expose of Strategic Investment Downstreaming Research, which takes the theme “Strategic Investment Downstreaming: Creating Added Value, Advanced Indonesia”.

Since its beginnings as the Presidential Working Unit for the Implementation of Pancasila (UKP PIP), the Pancasila Ideology Development Agency (BPIP) has developed into a strategic institution tasked with strengthening Pancasila in the life of the community, nation and state.

Ani Khoironi, a household-scale entrepreneur from South Lampung, has earned national recognition by securing third place in the Community Scope category at the 2024 National Patriotism Awards.

The weather in Rembang Regency, Central Java, can be very hot. However, this is not an issue for Sudarti, a female tobacco farmer from Sudo Village. In fact, the hot weather is a blessing for her and the tobacco she harvests. With skillful hands, Sudarti arranges and ensures her tobacco is evenly spread out to dry quickly.

The access and availability of innovative smoke-free tobacco products have increased significantly, including in Indonesia. This substantial progress is attributed to the multi-category approach adopted by Philip Morris International (PMI), the parent company of PT HM Sampoerna (Sampoerna), in research and innovation to develop smoke-free tobacco products.

The importance of access to information about smoke-free product innovations for adult smokers