The economic outlook for Central Java in 2025 is promising, with Bank Indonesia forecasting a growth rate of 4.8 to 5.6 percent. This is higher than the 2024 projection of 4.7 to 5.5 percent, reflecting optimism driven by household consumption, investments and the strengthening manufacturing sector. As a key support sector for manufacturing and creative industries, the printing industry in Central Java is poised to benefit from this steady economic growth.

In a show of support for Indonesia’s sustainable energy agenda, Dentons global CEO Kate Barton met with Deput Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Yuliot Tanjung during her visit to Jakarta, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to assisting the country in navigating complex legal landscapes amid shifting global trade dynamics.

Nestled in the serene waters of Riau Islands, just a 30-minute voyage from the vibrant cityscapes of Singapore and Batam, Nirup Island is poised to become a rising star among premier travel destinations and wellness escapes in Southeast Asia.

The Ritz-Carlton Bali welcomes Valmont, a renowned Swiss brand with first-patented Salmon DNA cellular cosmetics. The innovation has been beneficial for immediate and long-lasting anti-aging treatments and will now be implemented at the Ritz Carlton Spa in Bali.

The House of Representatives (DPR) is hosting the 19th Conference of the Parliamentary Union of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Member States (PUIC), spotlighting Palestinian independence and women’s empowerment.

Yogyakarta, increasingly recognized as one of Indonesia’s top culinary tourism destinations, will once again attract food and beverage (F&B) business players and culinary lovers as the city hosts the Jogja Food & Beverage Expo 2025 along with the Jogja Pack & Process Expo, Jogja All Tea Expo and Jogja Print Expo 2025.

More than 30,000 industry professionals attended the Sydney Build Expo 2025, Australia’s largest construction and design exhibition, held from May 7 to 8 at the ICC Sydney Exhibition Centre.

The Global Islamic Financial Institutions Forum 2025, hosted by Standard Chartered in Dubai, brought together leading figures from the Islamic finance industry to explore new strategies for cross-border collaboration and sustainable growth.

These days, everything that is covered online is seamless and accessible. InterContintental made an official website for the Jimbaran Convention Center, a home page for those who want to conduct events or world-class meetings in this premier destination. Designed with extensive resources, this new platform will move forward to provide more seamless access to JCC’s state-of-the-art facilities, event capabilities and bespoke services.

A pearl jewelry forum located in Northern Bali provides a perfect vantage point for visitors to catch the dazzling colors of the sunrise and enjoy the artistry involved in eco-farming by the South Sea of Bali.

The Jakarta Urban Mobility Festival 2025 sought to inspire changes in how Jakartans commute, highlighting the importance of cleaner air, safer streets and efficient travel times.

PT Indo RX, which is engaged in the footwear components industry, has won an international arbitration proceeding held in Ludwigshafen, Germany.

With the aim of accelerating the realization of Indonesia’s total Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets, Santika Hotels & Resorts is committed to forming a sustainable culture through their “Spirit of Sustainability” program.

Fullerton Health Indonesia has opened its first Executive Health Screening (EHS) Centre in Jakarta, located at Mandiri Inhealth Tower, Mega Kuningan. The facility offers comprehensive health assessments tailored for both individual and corporate clients.

Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS) dedicates a week each year to Leadership, Exploration, Adventure and Discovery (LEAD), an experiential learning program that emphasizes student growth beyond the classroom. The initiative encourages meaningful engagement with local communities and this year, one group of students collaborated with POTADS Rumah Ceria, a center that supports children with Down syndrome.

The Langham, Jakarta has unveiled a new chapter in its culinary journey with ALICE by Tom Aikens, an elegant French bistro in the heart of the Indonesian capital.

The Health Care and Social Security Agency (BPJS Kesehatan) has become the largest institutional user of Indonesia’s Population Identification Number (NIK), according to the Home Ministry’s Population and Civil Registration Directorate General (Dukcapil). The agency has accessed NIK data nearly 2 billion times, with daily usage averaging 700,000 accesses.

MODENA Pay has partnered with publicly listed MNC Kapital to provide a full range of financial services as part of MODENA’s continuous endeavor to strengthen its vision of building a seamless ecosystem.

Art Jakarta Gardens is set to return to Hutan Kota by Plataran from April 22 to 27, offering curated presentations amidst an urban garden landscape in the heart of Jakarta.

PT Indo RX, an Indonesia-based company, extends its highest appreciation for the fair and professional decision issued by the German Arbitration Institution (Deutsche Institution für Schiedsgerichtsbarkeit / DIS) in the legal dispute between PT Indo RX and Rhenoflex GmbH, a company based in Germany. The arbitration panel ruled in favor of PT Indo RX and declared that the unilateral termination of the partnership by Rhenoflex GmbH was legally invalid.

Cultural heritage-rich Bali, popularly known as the island of the gods, continues to lure international tourists, with Maya Ubud Resort & Spa hosting nightly traditional Balinese performances at its Mayasari Restaurant.

The inaugural GITEX ASIA x Ai Everything Singapore conference is set to amplify Southeast Asia’s US$1 trillion digital economy potential in a three-day event convening the global tech ecosystem.

Luxury watch brand Grand Seiko recently introduced three new models that exemplify its commitment to precision, craftsmanship and the beauty of Japanese aesthetics at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2025.

AIA Indonesia is set to host the third edition of the AIA Vitality Women’s 10K on April 27, 2025, at Taman Kota Peruri, Blok M, South Jakarta. Under the theme “All Girls All Around,” the event aims to inspire women from diverse backgrounds to embrace a more active and healthy lifestyle.

PT Gunung Raja Paksi Tbk (GRP), one of Indonesia’s largest private steel manufacturers and global leader in low-carbon steel manufacturing and innovation, has signed a partnership with California-based Coupa Software Incorporated to leverage Coupa’s best-in-class ESG and sustainability monitoring database and develop a network of low-carbon suppliers.

Travelers heading to West Java and surrounding areas via the Cipularang toll road can take advantage of free health services at the BPJS Kesehatan Mudik Post at Rest Area KM 88A, Purwakarta. The post provides complimentary health check-ups, relaxing massages and refreshments to ensure a safer and more comfortable journey during the 2025 Idul Fitri homecoming season.

AIA Group Limited, the largest independent, publicly-listed pan-Asian life insurance group, has just released its financial results for 2024, which indicates excellent performance with record new business profits, strong earnings growth and free surplus generation.