Indonesia, China Discuss Economic Cooperation

President Jokowi received an honorary visit from Wang Yi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) at the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, on Thursday (18/4/24), according to a release on the website of The President of The Republic of Indonesia. During the meeting, President Jokowi and Minister Wang Yi discussed several
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President Meets Tony Blair, Discusses Energy Investment and Accelerating Digital Transformation

In a release published on the website of The President of The Republic of Indonesia, President Jokowi received former British Prime Minister, Tony Blair, at the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, on Thursday (18/4/24.) During the meeting, the president, accompanied by the Minister of Investment Bahlil Lahadalia and the Minister of State Apparatus Empowerment and Bureaucratic Reform
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Indonesia to Host International Lion Dance Competition

At least 550 athletes from 10 countries are expected to take part in the first international lion dance competition, from May 17 to 19, 2024, which is being organized by the Indonesia Dragon and Lion Dance Sport Association (PB FOBI) according to reporting from Antara News. PB FOBI chairperson Edy Kusuma said that athletes from
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Kominfo: Microsoft to Invest in Indonesia

Usman Kansong, the Director General of Communication and Public Information at the Communication and Information Technology (Kominfo) Ministry has announced that Microsoft plans to establish a data center in Indonesia with an investment valued at IDR 14 trillion, according to reporting from Tempo. He also confirmed that the CEO of the U.S.-based multinational company, Satya Nadella, is set to visit Jakarta
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USTDA Advances Smart City Solutions for Nusantara

A press release published by the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) on Wednesday (17/4/24,) announced that next week, USTDA will host a delegation of senior Indonesian officials and decision-makers to support the deployment of smart-city technology in Nusantara, Indonesia’s new capital city now under development to replace Jakarta as the country’s administrative center. Led
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BI Expected to Raise Interest Rates as Rupiah Weakens

According to reporting from Jakarta Globe, Bank Indonesia (BI) is anticipated to increase its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points during the upcoming Board of Governors meeting next Wednesday (24/4/24.) Hans Kwee, Co-Founder of Pasardana, said that BI previously raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 6-percent in October 2023, in
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Finance Ministry to Regulate Imported Goods

According to reporting from Antara News, the types of goods that international air passengers who are not migrant workers can bring into Indonesia will be regulated through a finance ministerial regulation (PMK) and will no longer be under the Trade Ministry’s purview. “Regarding the issue of limiting people from shopping, it will be under the
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Starlink to Launch Network Trials in IKN

Speaking after attending the Kominfo Halal Bihalal gathering at Kominfo’s Anantakupa Field on Tuesday (16/4/24,) Budi Arie Setiadi, Indonesia’s Minister of Communications and Information (Kominfo) explained that the network trials of Starlink will be carried out in the State Capital Nusantara or IKN, because the trials must be conducted in areas with minimal telecommunications infrastructure to gauge
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Exploring Dining Options: Seeking Recommendations!

  Hey I’m currently on the lookout for some exceptional dining experiences and could use your expertise. Whether it’s a cozy café tucked away in the city or a fancy restaurant boasting culinary delights, I’m open to all suggestions. What I value most is not just the taste of the food, but the ambiance, service, […]

Seeking Recommendations for a Luxurious Resort Experience

  Hey everyone, I’m planning a much-needed getaway and searching for the ultimate luxury resort experience. I want to indulge in abundant amenities, breathtaking views, and impeccable service. Can anyone recommend a resort that ticks all the boxes? Whether it’s nestled in the serene mountains, overlooking pristine beaches, or hidden away in lush forests, I’m […]