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Cabinet secretary Teddy military promotion raises militarism concerns

Politics 1 year ago

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Cabinet secretary Teddy military promotion raises militarism concerns

A lawmaker and military observer say Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya’s military promotion from major to lieutenant colonel violates the Indonesian Military (TNI) Law that largely restricts active military officers from holding civilian positions.

Economic potential reaches $9.23b from tourists during year-end holidays

Markets 1 year ago

Economic potential reaches $9.23b from tourists during year-end holidays

The economic potential from foreign tourists during the Christmas and New Year holidays is estimated to reach Rp 29 trillion (US$1.83 billion), highlighting the anticipated impact of tourist activities on Indonesia's economy during the festive season.

Army confirms Maj. Teddy no longer holds deputy commander position

Politics 1 year ago

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Army confirms Maj. Teddy no longer holds deputy commander position

President Prabowo Subianto's long-time aide Maj. Teddy is no longer serving as the deputy commander of the 328/Dirgahayu Para Raider Infantry Battalion after being appointed as cabinet secretary.

Can AI disrupt Indonesia’s learning crisis?

Academia 1 year ago

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Can AI disrupt Indonesia’s learning crisis?

Rather than being disruptive, AI offers potential solutions in tackling the country's two-pronged learning crisis: student learning and teacher competency.

Even ‘keroncong’ was once youthful and romantic

Academia 2 years ago

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Even ‘keroncong’ was once youthful and romantic

In general, the development of keroncong in the 20th century was influenced by Western music including rhythm, off-beat dance and Hawaiian music.

Traveloka sets sights on Hong Kong tourism market

Companies 2 years ago

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Traveloka sets sights on Hong Kong tourism market

Online travel platform Traveloka is collaborating with the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) to expand its reach in the Asian tourism market.

'Pinjol': The challenges and perils of online lending in Indonesia

Academia 2 years ago

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'Pinjol': The challenges and perils of online lending in Indonesia

Comprehensive regulatory reform is urgently needed in Indonesia's online lending ecosystem to protect consumers from falling into an unsustainable cycle of debt, particularly by enacting robust regulations on financial promotion.

Will revising the TNI Law compromise the reform agenda?

Academia 2 years ago

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Will revising the TNI Law compromise the reform agenda?

This change showcases TNI’s intention to play a greater rolee in security matters, while the existing TNI Law emphasizes defense as the primary role of the military.

Qatar spends big to beat post-World Cup blues

Middle East and Africa 2 years ago

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Qatar spends big to beat post-World Cup blues

Along with the departed football crowds, thousands of foreign workers left the Gulf state after Lionel Messi lifted the coveted trophy on December 18. Many of those who stayed on are counting the cost.

QRIS: The end for e-wallets?

Editorial 3 years ago

QRIS: The end for e-wallets?

It is safe to assume that the QRIS system, having grown over the years both in usage and features, will assume an increasingly dominant role in digital payments.

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