Indonesia will reap benefits from becoming a member of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), especially as a tool to increase the speed and scale of the country’s economic transformation to achieve national strategic goals.

ESMOD Jakarta’s annual Creative Show returned for 2023 with a twist, breaking away from its previous indoor shows for an outdoor presentation complete with a long runway.

The fourth edition of Kereta Seni (Arts Train), the University of Indonesia’s (UI) School of Social and Political Science Student Executive Body’s (BEM FISIP UI) arts festival, wrapped up a four-day extravaganza filled with celebrations, contemplation and arts.

Leading Indonesian company Astra celebrated the remarkable achievements of inspiring young Indonesians at the 14th Integrated Spirit of Astra for Indonesia (SATU) Awards.

2023-Birkenstock, the globally acclaimed footwear brand, continues to weave tales of inspiration and resilience with the launch of its latest short film as part of the #CeritaBirkenstock series.

The highly anticipated Women’s International Club (WIC) Annual Charity Bazaar will be officially opened by First Lady Iriana Widodo on Nov. 8 at the Jakarta Convention Center, Hall B. With an underlying theme of diversity and the highlighted spirit of generosity, the bazaar will feature participation from 40 embassies and over 300 carefully selected local vendors, along with food and beverage stalls that present unique products from their respective countries.

Leading Indonesian steel company PT Gunung Raja Paksi Tbk (GRP), a member of the Gunung Steel Group, is further solidifying its transformation toward a greener and more inclusive future.

John Hardy, the storied artisan jewelry brand hailing from Bali, founded in 1975, has ushered in a new era with the appointment of Jan-Patrick Schmitz as its Chief Executive Officer.

PT PLN (Persero) is ready to meet the need for green energy in the new national capital city (IKN) Nusantara with the construction of a solar power plant (PLTS) with a capacity of 50 megawatts.

The Apurva Kempinski Bali paid a tribute to Java’s Majapahit culture and civilization on Oct. 28 with "Majapahit Imperial Dining", a culinary journey created in partnership with social enterprise Javara Indonesia.

Nestled between palm trees and the sandy beach in South Kuta is the perfect destination for couples to say, “I do.” The dream wedding location, Bali Dynasty Resort will also ensure relaxation on the way to the aisle with its dedicated wedding organizer.

The highly anticipated Art Jakarta, a weeklong international showcase of contemporary art, is set to make its grand return this year from Nov. 17 to 19 at a new venue in the heart of Central Jakarta, promising a great experience for art collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Salon International de l’alimentation (SIAL) Interfood, also dubbed the “global food marketplace”, held a press conference on Nov. 1 at the Trade Ministry in Jakarta.

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo visited the booth of PT PLN (Persero) as part of the 2023 World Hydropower Congress (WHC) in Nusa Dua, Bali, on Tuesday, where the main director of PLN, Darmawan Prasodjo, explained the company's strategy for developing hydroelectric power plants in the country.

IDBYTE, Indonesia’s leading biennial networking event, has wrapped up its first post-pandemic event focusing on art and fashion.

The Directorate General of Culture of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology has successfully and triumphantly organized the National Culture Week (PKN) 2023, which took place from October 20th to 29th.

PT LG Electronics Indonesia has announced the winners of the LG Objet Design Competition, distributing prizes totalling Rp 200 million.

Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Minister I Gusti Ayu Bintang Darmawati conveyed a message to PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) CEO Arief Mulyadi to encourage the continuation of nurturing the potential of Account Officers (AO) at PNM Mekaar.

To help address the issues in caring for childhood cancer fighters, the Indonesian Pediatric Cancer Foundation (YKAI) presents its “Humanity in Harmony” initiative to build a palliative care home and hospice for children from underprivileged families battling cancer.

Amid a global situation that is gradually recovering but still shadowed by challenges and uncertainties, PT QNB Indonesia Bank has managed to achieve a positive performance. In the third quarter of 2023, the bank recorded profit growth of Rp 65.51 billion.

From Oct. 18 to 22, thousands of book lovers gathered on the “Island of the Gods” to converse, debate and celebrate the myriad universes that can be discovered with every turn of the page.

Kicking off with great enthusiasm, the Learning Festival X Final Innovation Festival (I-Fest) 2023, a program by PT Permodalan Nasional Madani, was graced by the presence of the guest star Prilly Latuconsina as a speaker. The event took place in the Ballroom of Menara PNM in South Jakarta, from Oct. 12 to 13.

Murai Art Projects, an art initiative focused on interdisciplinary collaboration, focused on themes of sustainability and environmental resilience as explored through an artistic lens in its second exhibition.

Safrizal ZA, the Home Ministry’s director general of regional administration development, opened and closed the 5th ASEAN-Japan Smart Cities Network High-Level Meeting that ran from Oct. 26 to 27 in Tsukuba, Ibaraki prefecture, Japan.

President Joko Widodo launched last month the Indonesia Carbon Exchange (IDXCarbon) on the Indonesia Stock Exchange, and on Oct. 24, Environment and Forestry Minister Siti Nurbaya inaugurated the Climate and Carbon Collaboration and Consultation House (RKKIK).

SMEs affiliated with PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) showcased their premium products at the largest craft exhibition in Southeast Asia, the International Handicraft Trade Fair (INACRAFT), at the Jakarta Convention Center in Jakarta from Oct. 4 to 8.

In an effort to enhance the readiness of a young talented workforce, PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) carried out an activity from its corporate social and environmental responsibility (CSER) program, namely Up Skilling 2023: Smart Job Seekers for high school graduates or equivalent, at Hotel Kristal Kupang, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara, on Oct. 4-5.

While traversing Indonesia’s vast archipelagic landscape, travelers often search for the perfect backdrop for their holidays; and from the sandy beaches of Bali to the highlands of Bandung, from the cultural areas of Semarang to the bustle of Karawang, Padma Hotels is always there to welcome guests with open arms.

The International Audio, Visual, LED, Lighting and Music Exhibition, PRO AVL Indonesia Expo 2023 has officially opened

Indonesia's creative industry is considered one of the vessels that can drive the country’s economic growth and is responsible for 8 percent to the gross domestic product (GDP), as revealed by Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Uno earlier this year.