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Power, legitimacy and succession in Javanese kingship

Academia 1 year ago

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Power, legitimacy and succession in Javanese kingship

As the nation and its people prepare to witness the transition power on Oct. 20, the Javanese system of royal succession holds clues as to what the country can expect in terms of contemporary politics.

Tourism is a tool of soft power

Editorial 1 year ago

Tourism is a tool of soft power

A backpacker lodging in a bed-and-breakfast and eating at streetside warung should be welcomed just as warmly as a well-to-do family staying at a five-star hotel.

Nothing develops on its own

Editorial 1 year ago

Nothing develops on its own

Many of the national strategic projects are built where they make business sense, not where development priorities would have them.

Reducing Java's dominance in national procurement

Academia 1 year ago

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Reducing Java's dominance in national procurement

Government data show that Java still dominates both procurement and spending, indicating a high need to initiate both central and regional programs that focus on building the capacity, competitiveness and quality of local suppliers toward more equitable, inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

KPU announces candidates for regional elections

Regional Elections 1 year ago

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KPU announces candidates for regional elections

General Elections Commission (KPU) offices across the country announced on Sunday the final names on the ballots for the regional head elections, marking the start of the November race.

Leave no one behind in malaria elimination

Academia 1 year ago

Leave no one behind in malaria elimination

Indonesia's disparity in malaria burden underscores the urgent need to reinvigorate the fight, especially in the most difficult-to-reach area.

Govt to study plan on giant Java seawall project

Regulations 1 year ago

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Govt to study plan on giant Java seawall project

The government is putting together a study on the planned US$60 billion mega seawall project along the northern coast of Java in a bid to address land subsidence in Jakarta and protect coastal communities from rising sea levels due to climate change.

Betawi fashion: Portraying the melting pot of Java

Style 1 year ago

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Betawi fashion: Portraying the melting pot of Java

On the runway at this year’s Betawi-themed Indonesia Fashion Week (IFW), models presented pieces inspired by the Chinese cheongsam, Dutch designs and colorful Betawi motifs.

Heavy traffic in Java as ‘mudik’ return flow peaks

Archipelago 2 years ago

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Heavy traffic in Java as ‘mudik’ return flow peaks

Key parts of Java’s toll road system have been heavily congested over the past few days as authorities seek to manage the peak of return Idul Fitri mudik (exodus) travel.

Returning holidaymakers cause traffic uptick on Java toll roads as ‘mudik’ season ends

Archipelago 2 years ago

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Returning holidaymakers cause traffic uptick on Java toll roads as ‘mudik’ season ends

Holidaymakers have begun to return home after a weeklong Idul Fitri holiday with their families and relatives in their hometowns.

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