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Regulations premium

Lots of clicks, few arrivals as ‘New Bali’ dream hits snag

A report published by the Tourism Ministry noted a low search-to-traffic ratio, which gauges potential demand by comparing online search interest from various countries for the priority destinations with the actual traffic that follows.

3 hours ago
Jakarta premium

Leaking Jakarta seawall raises concern over rising sea level, maintenance

Several parts of a concrete seawall in Muara Baru, North Jakarta that are leaking, which has led to tidal flooding in dozens of neighborhood units (RT) as well as in a city amusement park. ...

5 hours ago
Archipelago

Security in Intan Jaya has improved, TNI says

TNI’s role in Papua is not limited to security but also covers social communication, support for public service and contribution to regional development acceleration, a flag officer said. ...

5 hours ago

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Companies premium

Freeport vows no layoffs at Gresik smelter amid supply shock

The gold and copper mining giant says it is retaining all permanent employees at its Gresik smelter, which has been impacted by the September mudslide at its underground mine in Mimika, Papua, and is not expected to resume operations until March next year.

7 hours ago
Asia & Pacific

Warmer seas, heavier rains drove Asia floods: scientists

Two tropical storms dumped massive amounts of rain on the countries last month, prompting landslides and flooding that killed more than 600 people in Sri Lanka and nearly 1,000 in Indonesia.

7 hours ago
Economy

Mexico's Senate passes tariff hikes on Indonesian, Chinese imports

The proposal, passed earlier by the lower house, will raise or impose new duties of up to 50 percent from 2026 on certain goods.

8 hours ago
Jakarta

21 injured as car plows into students, teacher at North Jakarta elementary school

A vehicle reportedly belonging to the government’s free nutritious meals program lost control and rammed through the school’s gate, despite the gate being closed, before entering the school yard where dozens of students and staff were assembled for a literacy activity.

8 hours ago
Opinion premium

Analysis: Indonesia's fiscal strains deepen as deficit rises, revenue underperforms

Indonesia's budget deficit widened Rp 479.7 trillion (US$29.98 billion) or 2.02 percent of GDP in October 2025, heightening concerns about the country's fiscal health. This marks a sharp increase from the Rp 309.2 trillion deficit, or 1.37 percent of GDP, recorded during the same period last year. The shortfall has been further pressured by sluggish state revenues as the government had collected only Rp 2.1 quadrillion by Oct. 31, equivalent to 73.7 percent of this year's revenue outlook.

9 hours ago
Asia & Pacific

US bombers join Japanese jets in show of force after China-Russia drills, Tokyo says

US nuclear-capable bombers flew over the Sea of Japan alongside Japanese fighter jets on Wednesday, Tokyo said, in a show of force following Chinese and Russian drills in the skies and seas around Japan and South Korea.

10 hours ago
Quick Dispatch

PetroChina reaffirms commitment to efficient, safe oil and gas operations in Jabung

Jabung working area operator PetroChina International Jabung Ltd. (PCJL) has reiterated its commitment to continuing its development well drilling program and exploration activities efficiently while ensuring safe oil and gas operations for the surrounding community and environment.

8 hours ago
Companies premium

Hashim’s Arsari Group steps into crypto arena via COIN

The group, owned by President Prabowo’s brother, has recently expanded into technology and digital assets, following its move in late 2024 to become a shareholder in PT Solusi Sinergi Digital.

10 hours ago
Quick Dispatch

Why Indonesian travelers choose Malaysia Airlines for their next journey

For many Indonesian travelers, air travel today is defined by reliability, efficiency and consistency in service. Malaysia Airlines has built its reputation around these expectations, offering a travel experience that combines safety, comfort and the distinct warmth of Malaysian hospitality.

9 hours ago
Quick Dispatch

Universitas Terbuka unveils transformation journey at UT Media Day 2025

Universitas Terbuka (UT) recently invited journalists, editors-in-chief and media representatives to celebrate its annual UT Media Day 2025, putting collaboration at the helm of its leadership within the campus. The event also doubles as a platform for media to get better acquainted with the school’s new faces of leadership.

11 hours ago
Americas

Venezuelan opposition leader emerges from hiding after winning Nobel

It was unclear how Machado managed to travel to Norway, or how she will return after Venezuela said it would consider her a fugitive if she left the country. 

10 hours ago
Middle East and Africa

US to host meeting of G20 officials without South Africa's participation

South Africa, this year's host country, was not invited to join the meeting of the G20 deputy sherpas, the sources said on condition of anonymity.

10 hours ago
Academia

Sham elections, shifting power inside Myanmar

The elections are a clear attempt by the regime to gain legitimacy and sideline the government in exile. But they open the possibility of some diffusion of power.

11 hours ago
Americas

US plans to order foreign tourists to disclose social media histories

The administration of US President Donald Trump plans to order visa-exempt foreign tourists to disclose their social media histories from the last five years before entering the country, according to an official notice.

11 hours ago
Asia & Pacific

Thailand, Cambodia keep fighting across border ahead of Trump calls

Fighting between Thailand and Cambodia entered its fourth day on Thursday as both sides waited for a promised telephone call from United States President Donald Trump, who says he believes he can again end the conflict between the two Southeast Asian nations.

12 hours ago
Academia premium

Indonesia’s OECD bid: A historic step for both sides

In becoming a full OECD member, Indonesia will join other countries at the table that are helping to shape global standards by investing in and committing to long-term reform.

12 hours ago
Markets

Asian traders cheer US rate cut but gains tempered by outlook

While the move had been priced in for several weeks, investors were cheered by the fact that bank boss Jerome Powell was "less hawkish" in his post-meeting remarks.

12 hours ago
Science & Tech

Earliest evidence of humans making fire discovered in UK

Learning to light our own fires was one of the great turning points in human history, offering our ancestors warmth, a place to socialise and a way to cook food -- which helped us evolve our unusually big brains. 

12 hours ago
Entertainment premium

What the Citra Awards tells us about the contemporary cinema landscape

The winners and snubs at this year’s Indonesian “Oscars” are revealing in what they show about the nation’s movie industry today.

12 hours ago
Academia premium

India-Russia: A time-tested partnership building trust

Russia has moved significantly closer to China, sometimes uncomfortably so, while the United States has tried to consolidate Europe under a NATO-centered response to Moscow.

13 hours ago
Science & Tech

An Indonesian Professor's Journey Rethinking Motivation Across Cultures

As Indonesia’s education landscape rapidly embraces digital learning and transformation, educators and researchers are increasingly seeking deeper, culturally grounded insights into what truly motivates students. For Indonesian-born scholar Associate Professor Gregory Arief D. Liem, these questions have shaped a lifelong research mission that contributes to global conversations on student motivation.

13 hours ago
Economy

US ready to move forward with Indonesia deal, trade chief says ahead of bilateral talks

Greer declined to discuss the state of the trade talks with Indonesia, saying they were subject to a confidentiality agreement, but underscoring Washington's interest in finalizing the trade deal.

14 hours ago
Academia premium

Trump's United States of the Americas

The national security strategies document speaks of reducing America’s trade imbalances, increasing commerce, securing supply chains and reindustrializing the country.

14 hours ago
Academia premium

Why Indonesia needs mandatory disaster insurance

Countries with high disaster risk do not leave disaster protection to voluntary market behavior

15 hours ago
Politics premium

Police accused of using ‘excessive force’ in August protests

When handling the nationwide anti-government protests in August, the police used a variant of tear gas grenade that contains explosive charges, which is banned in police crowd control in several countries.

16 hours ago
Politics premium

Leadership crisis at NU deepens

Competing claims over who holds legitimate authority in the country’s most influential Islamic organization, Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), have thrown the organization into turmoil after its supreme council appointed an acting chairman, a move that was opposed by current chairman Yahya Cholil Staquf.

16 hours ago
Academia premium

The ‘mantab’ trap: The middle class ends up running on debt, fumes

Many people today are burning the furniture to keep the house warm, and when the wood runs out, they are buying firewood on high-interest credit.

16 hours ago

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Thu, December 11, 2025

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