Jakarta welcomed thousands of global leaders for the opening of the Global Sustainable Development Congress (GSDC) 2026 this week. The event will run until June 25 at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) in Jakarta, hosted in partnership with the Ministry for Higher Education and Technology, the National Development Agency (Bappenas) and Sinar Mas Land.

In its aim to inspire Indonesia through literature, Penerbit Erlangga held a talk show and book launch for the winners of the 2025 Book Writing Competition on June 13 at Books Kinokuniya in Grand Indonesia, Central Jakarta. The event was a collaboration between Penerbit Erlangga, Digimap and Books Kinokuniya launched in 2025.

Indonesia’s industrial landscape is undergoing a massive structural transformation, driven by high-stakes projects that demand unprecedented engineering precision. At the center of this shift is Zamil Steel Buildings Vietnam Co., Ltd., which is increasingly being tapped to provide the steel framework for the nation's most complex infrastructure.

On one side of the Sports Hall at Yogyakarta State University, young Indonesian talents competed to win the Pro Futsal League (PFL) final; on the other side, ultramicro entrepreneurs experienced firsthand the economic benefits generated by the 5,400-strong crowd gathered in the arena.

Corporate transformation does not always begin with major changes that are visible from the outside. More often than not, transformation grows from within: through the way employees work, appreciate one another, share best practices and introduce innovations in their respective work environments.

Penerbit Erlangga recently launched Next Gen Choice (NGC), a product series initiated to ensure that Indonesian schools are equipped with globally standardized learning materials that remain aligned with the national curriculum. The momentous occasion was attended by representatives from Penerbit Erlangga, the writing team, education practitioners and a parent influencer.

Building on the momentum of the recent state visit and bilateral engagement between the governments of Indonesia and France, state-owned oil and gas holding company PT Pertamina (Persero) and global technology provider SLB have agreed to explore opportunities to strengthen collaboration in upstream oil and gas technology, digitalization and low-carbon solutions.

From roots that help preserve the soil, to leaves that contribute to cleaner air and trunks that provide shade, trees play a vital role in maintaining environmental balance.

The Gaia Hotel Bandung’s signature wellness initiative Active Wellness Retreat made a return for its third edition, combining physical fitness, nutrition, sleep and meaningful social connection within the tranquil setting of Bandung’s highlands with its fresh mountain air.

While unused clothing often ends up forgotten in wardrobes or discarded as trash, the RE3 For-E program of PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) is demonstrating how these items can be transformed into social, environmental and economic value.

Business across Southeast Asia has largely returned to pre-pandemic levels. Yet behind the packed flight schedules, many companies are still managing travel with systems built for a slower, more predictable era.

Amid Bali’s booming tourist sector, academics from Warmadewa University have called for greater protection of the island’s communal cultural intellectual property, particularly the endek catri fabric from Klungkung.

PT Socfin Indonesia successfully held the Socfindo Conference on Practical Application & Exhibition 2026 (SCOPEX 2026) with the theme "Practical and Sustainable Innovations in Palm Oil." The event served as a strategic opportunity for the company to strengthen its active role in developing applicable, collaborative and relevant innovations for the palm oil industry.

Growing concern over global warming and plastic waste is accelerating research into environmentally friendly packaging for food and beverages. As consumers become more aware of sustainability issues, demand is rising for packaging that is biodegradable, renewable, safe and affordable.

In today’s Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry, organizers and planners are increasingly familiar with the concept of bleisure, a portmanteau of “business” and “leisure.”

The government considers partnerships between business actors and the state to be increasingly important, especially in facing the upstream oil and gas industry’s current challenges.

In today’s increasingly competitive and fast-paced work environment, many companies continue to develop employee engagement programs that aim to maintain productivity and strengthen internal relationships. Among the many such programs being implemented, regularly donating blood stand out as one initiative with the most tangible social impact.

Wayan Sudira, an entrepreneur from Bali and a customer of PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) through its ULaMM (Micro Capital Service Unit) program, transforms what was once considered beach waste into export-quality handicrafts.

Students from Universitas Warmadewa, Bali, have highlighted the hidden potential of subak, the traditional Balinese irrigation system that has been recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage.

Women’s empowerment continues to play a vital role in supporting Indonesia’s economic growth. With Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) contributing more than 60 percent of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), women entrepreneurs have become an increasingly important driving force in improving family welfare and community development. More than half of Indonesia’s MSMEs are managed by women, positioning them as key contributors to household income and local economic resilience.

The Indonesia Tourism Xchange 2026 (ITX 2026) has highlighted a major shift in luxury travel preferences, with affluent travelers increasingly seeking authentic and culturally immersive experiences rather than traditional displays of opulence. Industry experts also pointed to the rapid growth of ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs), which is expected to strengthen the luxury hospitality sector in the years ahead. 

Planning a trip today feels a little different. It’s no longer just about finding the best fare and locking in dates as quickly as possible. With airfares still relatively high and travel plans often shifting unexpectedly, many travelers are becoming more thoughtful about how they book their trips.

Investment opportunity in Indonesia’s upstream oil and gas sector signals increased growth at the "Indonesia Untapped and Frontier Resources: Scale, Strategy and Partnership" forum held in Houston on May 5.

Taking a strategic step to accelerate increased domestic production of oil and gas while improving operational efficiency and sustainability, Pertamina has announced that it is exploring a strategic collaboration with global technology provider SLB.

Pertamina and LanzaTech signed a memorandum of understanding to develop technology-based low-carbon energy solutions during the recent Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston, the United States.

PT Pertamina (Persero) reaffirms its alignment with Halliburton following a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed in February between the two parties focusing on priority areas of cooperation and the development of a more concrete implementation pathway.

Kimpton, part of IHG Hotels and Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, makes its Malaysian debut with the opening of Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur in the Tun Razak Exchange (TRX) district.