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Indonesian manufacturing slows down as demand fizzles further
The Jakarta Post
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ndonesian manufacturers remain pessimistic about growth prospects as softening domestic demand continued to drag on output, purchasing and employment in June, which experts have cited as signs of the declining health of the goods-producing sector....
Ex-journalist denies ‘bizarre’ alleged burglary at Indonesian ambassador’s home
RiotACT
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July 10, 2025
James Robertson has been granted bail on two counts of burglary. Photo: Albert McKnight. A former journalist has denied breaking into the Canberra home of the Indonesian ambassador and stealing a range of items. James Robertson, 38, was arrested...
Indonesia pushes nutrition aid for pregnant women to cut stunting
Antara
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July 1, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian government has called on the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) to improve nutrition for pregnant women in an effort to reduce stunting, noting that two key interventions still fall short of targets. During a meeting...
Vietnam unveils new laws; Indonesia strikes deal with UN
Coingeek
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July 10, 2025
Homepage > News > Business > Vietnam unveils new laws; Indonesia strikes deal with UN In line with its broader efforts to transform its digital economy, Vietnam has unveiled five pieces of legislation to support this push. The Vietnamese...
Not Our Trash: Indonesia’s Struggle with the World’s Plastic Waste
FairPlanet
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The strong claims of effective waste management come into question after Indonesia experienced an influx of foreign waste, coinciding with China’s decision to close its doors to imported waste. Mounds of plastic waste are clearly visible in the...
Indonesia sees positive economic outlook driven by key sectors
Antara
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July 1, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The strong performance of key production sectors is fueling optimism about Indonesia’s economic outlook, according to Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati. "The manufacturing industry, which accounts for 19.25 percent of...
Indonesia to Relax Import Restrictions as US Tariff Deadline Looms
The Diplomat
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July 1, 2025
Indonesia will relax import restrictions and rules on a selection of goods in an apparent concession in its ongoing tariff negotiations with the United States. This is aimed at enhancing Indonesia’s competitiveness and making it easier to do...
Malawi Soars as 13 Students Win Coveted Indonesian Scholarships
Nyasa Times
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July 9, 2025
Malawi is basking in global academic glory after 13 of its brightest students clinched fully-funded scholarships to study at leading universities in Indonesia—making it one of the biggest global beneficiaries of the prestigious Kemitraan Negara...
Indonesia’s exports rally in May boosts trade surplus, but US tariff risks still loom
The Business Times Singapore
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July 1, 2025
[JAKARTA] Indonesia’s exports rebounded in May after a lacklustre April, giving the country’s trade surplus a shot in the arm. But while the recovery offers a glimmer of hope, analysts note that dark clouds remain on the horizon amid lingering...
Jakarta Needs at Least 5 Waste-to-Energy Plants, Says Environment Minister
Tempo.co
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July 1, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Jakarta requires at least five Waste-to-Energy Power Plants (PLTSa) to reduce the volume of waste sent to the Bantargebang Final Processing Site (TPA) in Bekasi City, West Java, according to Minister of Environment Hanif Faisol...
Govt develops digital services for tracking animal health
Antara
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July 9, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Wates Sub-district Veterinary Center (BBV Wates) under the Ministry of Agriculture has developed digital systems to support early disease detection in animals, ensure their effective treatment, and provide fast, transparent,...
Cheetahs secure healthy victory at home against Bandits
Oxford Mail
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Cheetahs took control of the meeting after moving into a 14-4 lead after three races and victory was assured with three races remaining. Cheetahs skipper Sam Masters scored an immaculate full 15-point maximum, but it was a strong all-round team...
Trump threatens 200pc tariffs on medicine
Yahoo Finance
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July 8, 2025
It comes as Mr Trump ruled out extending his August 1 deadline for his broader “liberation day” tariffs, saying there will be “no extensions”. On Monday night, he had said that his deadline to agree trade deals was “not 100pc firm”. Mr Trump had...
Indonesia’s strategic programs aim to create more jobs: minister
Antara
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July 1, 2025
Bekasi, W Java (ANTARA) - The primary objective of all strategic programs initiated by the Indonesian government is to create jobs for the public, Manpower Minister Yassierli said on Tuesday. Current strategic initiatives include the Free...
'Nonsense': Medical expert shoots down another RFK conspiracy theory
Raw Story
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July 9, 2025
Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. received a blistering fact-check from a medical expert on Wednesday, relating to a claim he made during an interview last year with Bill Maher that slipped under the radar. A clip of the...
IHH Healthcare eyes Indonesia, Vietnam for expansion
The Malaysian Star
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July 9, 2025
IHH Healthcare Bhd. is looking to potential new markets Indonesia and Vietnam as the Malaysian hospital operator continues building scale to offset rising healthcare costs in the region. Indonesia is attractive, thanks to its healthcare reforms...
Indonesian Police celebrate 79th Bhayangkara Day at Monas
Antara
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July 1, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian National Police (Polri) officially commenced the ceremony marking the 79th Bhayangkara Day at the National Monument (Monas) area in Central Jakarta on Tuesday. According to ANTARA’s on-site observation, the...
Indonesia: Preparing for AI’s Expanding Influence and Impact
OpenGov Asia
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June 30, 2025
Indonesia is taking significant steps to embrace artificial intelligence in both education and digital safety, as policymakers, educators and civil society organisations (CSOs) come together to prepare the country for the rapid changes brought...
'You are not alone': Catholic sisters break silence on mental health in global forum
Global Sisters Report
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Seeking to shed light on often-overlooked mental health challenges in religious life, Global Sisters Report convened a virtual Witness & Grace Healthcare Forum on mental wellness, drawing hundreds of Catholic sisters from across the world July 1....
Indonesia to Ease Import Restrictions Ahead of Trump’s Tariff Deadline
Breitbart
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July 1, 2025
Indonesian officials said on Monday they will begin easing import restrictions and licensing requirements ahead of the July 9 deadline for U.S. tariff negotiations. Members of President Prabowo Subianto’s government promised to deregulate,...