Indonesia to Export Solar Power to Singapore

Jakarta Globe is reporting that Indonesia’s upcoming exports of solar power to Singapore are set to become a “new growth engine,” according to the visiting Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. Preparations are already underway for Indonesia to begin supplying low-carbon electricity to Singapore in late 2027 or 2028. President Prabowo Subianto also received Wong as
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President Welcomes Singapore PM at Merdeka Palace

An official press release published on the website of The President of The Republic of Indonesia announced that Prabowo Subianto received an official visit from the Prime Minister (PM) of the Republic of Singapore, Lawrence Wong, at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta, on Wednesday (6/11/24,) the first official visit received by President Prabowo since being
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Indonesia and Canada on the Verge of CEPA Deal

According to reporting from Jakarta Globe, negotiations for a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) between Indonesia and Canada have entered the final stage as the two economies wish to substantially conclude the agreement later this week. Indonesia and Canada officially launched negotiations for CEPA in 2021, which will pave the way for greater market access.
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Red and White Cabinet Retreat Builds Synergy and Discipline

In an official release on the website of The President of The Republic of Indonesia, the Red and White Cabinet Retreat at the Magelang Military Academy was a memorable moment for the cabinet ranks who participated in morning exercises, marching exercises, and briefings. This activity not only tested physical strength but also strengthened bonds between
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Lombok Achieves Best Airport Service Performance

Tempo is reporting that Lombok International Airport, also known as Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport, has been named as having the best services based on the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) 2024 survey conducted by the Indonesia National Air Carriers Association (INACA). Five other airports managed by PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia or InJourney Airports have also achieved the
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Environment Minister to Stop Waste Imports

Speaking during a working visit to the Integrated Waste Processing Site (TPST) in Bantargebang, Bekasi, on Sunday (27/10/24,) Indonesia’s Minister of Environment/ Head of the Environmental Control Agency, Hanif Faisol Nurofiq announced that waste imports to Indonesia must be stopped as they contribute to the burden of the country’s current waste management issues, according to reporting from Tempo.
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Minister Calls for Action on Daily Food Waste

In a written statement on Wednesday (30/10/24,) Indonesia’s Minister of Environment, Hanif Faisol Nurofiq, questioned the volume of Jakarta’s food waste at the Bantargebang Integrated Waste Treatment Site in Bekasi City, West Java, saying that out of a total of 7 to 8,000 tons of waste per day that ends up at the site, half
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Minister Looks to Target High-Quality Tourists by Promoting Five Super Priority Destinations

Jakarta Globe is reporting that Indonesia’s newly appointed Tourism Minister, Widiyanti Putri Wardhana, aims to attract high-quality tourists to Indonesia by intensifying the promotion of five ‘Super Priority Destinations’ over the next five years. “We have set a target for the next five years, and we will promote more to high-quality tourists. We aim to
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Jetski World Championships Return to Lake Toba

Local news wires, including Antara News, are reporting that Acting InJourney President Director, Maya Watono announced at a press conference via Youtube, Thursday (31/10/24) that Lake Toba will once again be hosting the Aquabike Jetski World Championship 2024 from November 13 to 17 in four districts around Lake Toba: Karo Regency, Dairi Regency, Simalungun Regency,
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U.S Travel Industry Leads Global Tourism Recovery and Growth

  The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) recently revealed the U.S. as the leader in global economic growth within the travel sector, contributing an impressive $2.36 trillion in 2023. This achievement surpasses other major players like China, Germany, and India. Increased spending, particularly a surge of over 150% in international visitor expenditure, contributed $115.7
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