The Directorate General of Regional Administration Development of the Home Ministry recently embarked on a tour of South Korea. The five-day visit starting from May 19 aimed to explore potential cooperation and collaboration between Indonesia and South Korea, particularly in the field of firefighting and rescue.

To promote the growth of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), the Financial Services Authority (OJK) and the South Sumatra provincial administration held on May 26, 2024 the Harvest Proudly Made in Indonesia (BBI) and Proud to Travel and Tour Indonesia (BBWI) movements.

Hundreds of participants joined the “5K Sunset Trail Run”, a sustainable and responsible tourism activity, in Bali on May 19.

PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) has once again received global recognition. Alongside Maybank Indonesia, PNM was awarded for being the best Islamic local-currency deal in Indonesia, in Euromoney’s Islamic Finance Awards 2024.

DKS Group, a pioneer in the luxury hospitality industry, has announced its latest venture with Marriott International: the upcoming JW Marriott Bali Ubud Resort & Spa.

Situated in the lively area of Jimbaran, Movenpick Resort & Spa Bali stands as an excellent family-friendly beacon of hospitality, which simultaneously offers best-in-class services for corporate gatherings and event purposes.

Strategically located within the Bali Beachwalk Shopping center complex, Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort and Aloft Bali Kuta are ready to provide guests with a perfectly balanced visit of leisure and business during your next meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) event.

A prime beachfront resort located within an exclusive enclave on Bali’s southern shores, just 10 kilometers away from Ngurah Rai International Airport, the Westin Resort Nusa Dua in Bali is an exciting pick for your next grand event.

Receiving the prestigious World Luxury Hotel Award for Luxury Conference and Event Hotel 2023, AYANA Bali has cemented itself as a leader in facilitating meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) events.

Located just 20 minutes away from I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar, the new Jimbaran Convention Center offers a fresh oceanfront experience for remarkable events.

Located strategically near I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, Holiday Inn Resort’s Baruna Bali establishment might just be your next go to venue for MICE activities.

Meat and Livestock Australia, in collaboration with Dairy Australia, Seafood Industry Australia, Horticulture Innovation Australia and Wine Australia, invites the people of Indonesia to experience the wonders of Australia at the Raffles Hotel, Jakarta.

The Bakti BUMN Volunteers program (RBB) is a collaborative effort among state-owned enterprises (SOEs) aimed at achieving the goals of the social and environmental responsibility programs of all SOEs in Indonesia. This initiative provides an opportunity for all employees of the SOEs Ministry and SOEs to voluntarily participate in social and environmental responsibility programs.

The Taiwan Expo 2024 in Indonesia successfully concluded on May 18 in Jakarta. The theme of this exhibition, "Toward a Better Tomorrow" not only symbolized the collaborative efforts of Indonesia and Taiwan but also vividly represented their shared belief and determination to create a green future.

PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) is deeply committed to fostering entrepreneurial spirit among all members of society, including those with disabilities. On May 15, the PNM branch in Bekasi organized a training session specifically tailored for individuals with disabilities titled "Entrepreneurship Training for People with Disabilities in West Java." The event took place at Hotel AsiaLink Premier Karawang.

At 63, Nanik Yuliati, a retired teacher, looks younger than her age. Energetic and cheerful, this is Nanik’s daily demeanor as a client of Mekaar’s Blitar branch in East Java. As the leader of the Precet Mewah group, she attributes her constant cheerfulness to the health benefits of drinking jamu (traditional herbal medicine).

PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) has provided a study tour to the leaders of Mekaar groups. This three-day tour, held from May 6-8, sent 16 participants to Semarang, Central Java, to learn about developing traditional herbal medicine businesses.

Lisa Rosanti is a remarkable female entrepreneur from Solok, West Sumatra. As a PNM Mekaar client, she has developed well-packaged products under the brand Rendang Rang Awak Solok.

Ubud, a magical region tucked away on the “Island of the Gods”, offers tourists a backdrop of lush green tropical jungles, terraced rice fields and Hindu temples and shrines. The local residents are known for their handicrafts and rich culture, perfectly portraying the enchantment of Bali.

Ghufron Mukti, CEO of BPJS Kesehatan, launched two new books on May 17, 2024 in Jakarta.The first, titled Roso Telo Dadi Duren, Biyen Gelo Saiki Keren: Catatan 10 Tahun Perjalanan BPJS Kesehatan (Taro into durian: Notes on the 10-year journey of BPJS Kesehatan), chronicles significant events in managing the National Health Insurance (JKN) program over the dynamic decade since the establishment of the Health Care and Social Security Agency (BPJS Kesehatan) on Jan. 1, 2014.

The oil and gas industry remains an integral part of Indonesia in order to meet the need of energy security for the country. However, the sustainability of the upstream energy sector needs to be improved by reducing emissions resulting from production operations. One of the keys to keeping the oil and gas sector growing is policies that support the investment climate.

Oil and gas exploration must be continuously expanded in order to achieve energy security and support national energy needs and to be able to meet the increasing demand from consumers.

The Sustainable Buildings, Cities and Communities (SBCC) community, in collaboration with the Indonesian Modular House Association (ARMI) and the Public Works and Housing Ministry, organized a focus group discussion (FGD) titled “Light steel-based modular houses: Eco-friendly, energy & cost efficient, strong, light, fast, cooler” at the Mulia Hotel in Jakarta on May 15. The event featured an esteemed international keynote speaker, associate professor Samad Sepasgzoar, a distinguished researcher recognized by The Australian as a top national researcher and ranked within the top 2 percent of researchers globally by Standard University, along with being one of the world's best reviewers by Publons, Web of Science. Samad delivered a thought-provoking presentation on future technology implications for reducing energy consumption in buildings.

Let’s talk about something delicate; if there is one thing that binds people of all ages and various backgrounds together, it is the feeling of insecurity. This experience has only heightened with the rise of social media, where the number of likes and follows are synonymous with validation from strangers. At this point in time, the feeling has been normalized as human nature, even when it shouldn’t be.

RX Japan, Japan’s largest trade show organizer, is once again commencing its annual “JAPAN’S FOOD” EXPORT FAIR, from June 19-21, at Tokyo Big Sight.

Indonesia Financial Group (IFG), the state-owned holding firm specializing in insurance, guarantees and investment, has appointed its holding member PT Asuransi Jasa Indonesia (Asuransi Jasindo) to collaborate with Swiss Re Asia Pte. Ltd (Swiss Re). The collaboration aims at reinforcing Jasindo’s role as a risk management partner for state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in Indonesia.

To celebrate its 20th anniversary, award-winning resort Conrad Bali is commemorating the important milestone with a spectacular array of 20 curated moments, epitomizing two decades of inspired and impactful hospitality.

Today’s increasingly alluring tourist destination for Indonesian travelers is none other than Saudi Arabia, thanks largely to its streamlined visa service, safety and, of course, more diversified appeal.

As an essential piece of infrastructure for Batam in its role as an international logistics hub, Batu Ampar Port is continuously improving and increasing the volume of its loading and unloading activities.

Indonesia, a growing market for the paint industry, is undergoing a quiet revolution. The industry, projected to reach a staggering $190.8 billion globally by 2028, is taking bold steps toward a more sustainable future. But why the sudden shift?