The National Zakat Agency (BAZNAS) of Indonesia has distributed thousands of processed meat packages from Dam sacrifices made by Indonesian haj pilgrims to Indonesian residents in four regions of Saudi Arabia: Riyadh, Buraydah, Dammam and Mecca.

PT PLN Nusantara Power (PLN NP), a subsidiary of state electricity company PT PLN, highlighted its renewable energy ambitions at the Japan RE Invest 2024 event held at the Indonesian embassy in Tokyo on Nov. 27. PLN NP showcased a series of solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant projects, aiming to attract investors from other countries especially from Japanese investors in Indonesia’s growing solar energy sector.

The Mozaic restaurant in Ubud invites guests to celebrate the festive season with an extraordinary lineup of holiday experiences.

PT HM Sampoerna Tbk. (Sampoerna) collaborated with PT Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI/IDX) and the Indonesia Business Coalition for Women Empowerment (IBCWE) to organize the second forum of the Women's Inspiring and Networking Group (WING) program. Prior to this, the joint initiative between Sampoerna, IDX and IBCWE, WING was launched on July 31 with the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the women's empowerment program.

PT PLN Indonesia Power (PLN IP), a subholding of state electricity company PT PLN, invited Japanese investors during the Japan RE Invest Indonesia 2024 event to join its decarbonization efforts by investing in hydropower projects, known as the Hydronesia Project, throughout Indonesia, specifically in Kalimantan, Java, Bali and Sumatra.

On Nov. 29, 150 groups from the Sampoerna Retail Community (SRC), Pojok Lokal (local corner) SMEs and pre-employment card alumni gathered at the Pangeran Hotel ballroom in Pekanbaru, Riau province, to celebrate their achievements through the Kumpul Jasa (gathered services) program. This initiative goes beyond mere training sessions, representing a transformative process for both small business owners and the pre-employment program alumni who mentored them.

PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) continues to demonstrate its commitment to enhancing education quality in Indonesia, particularly in rural areas. In a collaborative effort among Jamkrindo, Askrindo and IBK Bank Indonesia, PNM spearheaded the renovation of TK Mewardi Siwi, a kindergarten in Dusun Butuh, Temanggung village, Magelang regency.

Missoni is collaborating with The Ritz-Carlton to unveil its latest project, transforming the exclusive beachfront at The Ritz-Carlton, Bali into the iconic Missoni Resort Club.

Samsara Ubud has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the local community with the Tree of Hope charity event, inviting guests and locals to come together to support the education of underprivileged children in the surrounding villages.

Chairman of the National Zakat Board (BAZNAS) of Indonesia, Noor Achmad, highlighted the institution's success in managing zakat, infaq and sadaqah (ZIS) funds to alleviate poverty in Indonesia.

The Healthcare and Social Security Agency (BPJS Kesehatan) is concluding 2024 on a high note, achieving remarkable international recognition. The agency secured 10 awards at the International Social Security Association (ISSA) Good Practice Awards 2024. These accolades were presented by ISSA President Mohammed Azman during the Regional Social Security Forum for Asia and the Pacific in Riyadh on Tuesday.

Access to education for children with disabilities in Indonesia remains limited. On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, state-owned financial institution Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) reaffirmed its commitment to supporting equal opportunities for learning and development for all children.

InDrive, a global leader in peer-to-peer transportation, is known for redefining how people connect and move. Now, the company is steering its vision into uncharted territory: Indonesia’s burgeoning film industry.

Imagine stepping into a realm where history and elegance blend seamlessly. Welcome to Royal Ambarrukmo, located at Yogyakarta, a place that offers not only a luxurious stay, but also a chance to experience the royal charm of Yogyakarta.

Indonesia’s Golden Visa plays a crucial role in attracting foreign investment and international talent to support sustainable economic, according to Deputy Minister of Immigration and Corrections Silmy Karim, who spoke at the 18th Global Citizenship Conference, held from Nov. 27 to 29 on Sentosa Island, Singapore.

The agricultural land in Rembang regency, Central Java, looks lush with stretches of tobacco ready for harvest. As the harvest season approaches, tobacco farmers are busy preparing. Among them is Ansori, a tobacco farmer from Gunem village. That morning, he and over a dozen farm laborers working for him were visibly bustling.

The seminar titled "Shaping Resilience: Financing a Disaster-Resilient Indonesia" was successfully held through a collaboration between the Centre for Disaster Protection (CDP), Resilience Development Initiative (RDI) and the Disaster Mitigation Research Center of the Bandung Institute of Technology (PPMB ITB). The event centered around disaster risk finance (DRF), a critical global initiative aimed at enhancing financial resilience in the face of disasters. DRF is an evolving concept that integrates a variety of financial tools and strategies to ensure that nations, communities and individuals are better prepared to manage the economic impacts of disasters, from prevention and mitigation to recovery. This global initiative seeks to address the growing financial risks posed by climate change, extreme weather events and other hazards, while also promoting sustainable development.

Indonesia faces serious challenges in overcoming unemployment, especially among vocational graduates. On the other hand, micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), which are the backbone of the economy, also need an injection of skilled labor to improve their competitiveness. There are unresolved gaps in the unemployment issue, especially when many businesses need skilled labor.

This festive season, AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach and AYANA Bali invite guests to embrace the magic of the stellar season, offering a luxurious getaway filled with extraordinary experiences. Seamless eight-a-day one-hour flights between Bali and Labuan Bajo make visiting both destinations convenient and exciting.

Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort is gearing up for this year’s festive season in style, with magical experiences for revelers.

With the year-end fast approaching, holiday magic meets Bali’s coastal charm at Padma Resort Legian’s island-inspired “Festive in Fanta-Sea” celebration.

The Ritz-Carlton, Bali invites guests to celebrate the festive season with curated dining experiences and vibrant activities, blending luxury with Balinese culture.

Sudamala Resorts, with the aim of igniting the spirit of the season, extends heartfelt invitations to rediscover the meaning of the joyous celebration with its special events and uniquely festive experiences that promise to craft enchanting holiday memories for years to come.

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali, promises to elevate your festive season with a transformative journey of culinary excellence, engaging activities, and the joy of togetherness.

For those seeking a memorable venue to celebrate the year-end holidays, Renaissance Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa, a premium lifestyle resort brand of Marriott International, invites you to embrace the festive season in Uluwatu. From Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day, guests can immerse themselves in holiday magic with festive celebrations across the resort and at Roosterfish Beach Club, offering unforgettable experiences for families and friends.

This festive season, Holiday Inn Resort Bali Canggu brings a magical celebration where tropical allure intertwines with the warmth of holiday spirit.

Administrative and Bureaucratic Reforms Minister Rini Widyantini received National Nutrition Agency head Dadan Hindayana for a meeting at the reforms ministry office on Nov. 28 in Jakarta. The discussion centered on strengthening human resources within the agency.

Deputy Administrative and Bureaucratic Reforms Minister Purwadi Arianto has underscored the critical role of transparency in the implementation of bureaucratic reform.

The Tourism Ministry proudly unveiled its latest promotional video, The Secret Color of Mandalika, inviting international travelers to explore the unparalleled beauty and cultural richness of Mandalika, a hidden coastal paradise on Lombok Island in West Nusa Tenggara (NTB). Designed to raise international tourism awareness, the video celebrates Mandalika as a destination that welcomes visitors to discover their true colors amid its warmth and scenic beauty.

OHM International Sdn Bhd has established a strategic hospitality partnership with Ion Majestic Hospitality Sdn Bhd from Malaysia to unveil a five-star luxury hotel, Signata Genting Highland, Malaysia.