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What the United States Did in Indonesia
A trove of recently released documents shows that Washington’s role in the country’s 1965 massacre was part of a bigger Cold War strategy.<p>In Indonesia in October 1965, General Suharto responded to the kidnapping and murder of six high-ranking military officers by accusing the Indonesian Communist …
HistoryMandalika on its way to become new Bali
<b>PREMIUM</b> For a long time, foreign tourists have adored Indonesia’s top resort island Bali, famous for beautiful tropical beaches and majestic temples. …
South-east AsiaIndonesia is Building New Bali-Like Destinations to Lure More Chinese Tourists
As China’s burgeoning class of affluent travelers seek out more exotic destinations, Indonesia is cashing in.<p>China is on track to become the biggest …
TourismRahul Gandhi is planning to sweep polls in Russia and Indonesia: Smriti Irani after Twitter bot report
Union minister Smriti Irani took a dig at Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi's rising popularity on Twitter after an ANI report revealed that a …
IndiaRI pledges $1 million for ASEAN scientific development
Indonesia is set to contribute US$1 million to support scientific development in Southeast Asia, a top research official said on Friday at a …
Australian journalist Frank Palmos cited in declassified US files on communism purge in Indonesia
<b>Jakarta</b>: Among a trove of chilling declassified documents that reveal the US government's knowledge and support of a campaign of mass murder against …
Australian NewsRio Holds Talks With Indonesia About Exit from Giant Mine
Rio Tinto Group has held talks with Indonesian groups, including state-owned PT Indonesia Asahan Aluminium, about a possible exit from its interest …
South-east AsiaPrivate sector left in dust in Indonesia's infrastructure push
JAKARTA (Reuters) - Soon after Indonesian President Joko Widodo took office in 2014, he ordered his ministers to give private companies first pick of profitable infrastructure projects, until then usually grabbed by state-owned enterprises (SOEs).<p>Three years on, the private sector is estimated to …
BusinessIndonesia's Drug Czar is Threatening a Duterte-Style Drug War on Drug Dealers
The head of Indonesia's National Narcotics Agency (BNN) said Thursday that police should be prepared to shoot suspected drug dealers on the spot. His …
NewsIndonesia tightens border security following Marawi liberation declaration
Indonesian authorities have tightened security in some areas bordering the Philippines and at the Philippine mission in Jakarta following Manila's …
Islamic State (ISIS)Uncovering Indonesia’s Act of Killing
“My grandfather was a professor in Bali in 1965, and he was killed. We don’t even know which mass grave his body was thrown into,” said one of the …
BooksIndonesia shares higher at close of trade; Jakarta Stock Exchange Composite up 0.32%
Investing.com – Indonesia equities were higher at the close on Friday, as gains in the Property, Miscellaneous Industry and Infrastructure sectors …
MarketsAPRIL halts Indonesia paper unit ops as forestry permit revoked
JAKARTA (Reuters) - Asia Pacific Resources International Limited (APRIL) has suspended forestry operations at its Indonesian pulp and paper subsidiary after the government canceled a long-term work plan citing environmental non-compliance.<p>PT Riau Andalan Pulp and Paper's (RAPP) work plan was …
EnvironmentAmerican designer Nick Verreos praises Indonesia's costume at Miss Grand Interna...
The national costume worn by the third runner-up of Putri Indonesia 2017 Dea Rizkita at the Miss Grand International 2017 reportedly had caught the …
South-east AsiaGatot could be Jokowi's potential running mate: survey
Despite his high approval ratings, according to recent surveys, President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo still needed a right running mate to boost his chances …
ElectionsIndonesia offers tourism investment opportunities at Annual Hotel Conference 201...
The Tourism Ministry partnered up with Indonesia Investment Promotion Center (IIPC) London to promote Lake Toba at the Annual Hotel Conference (AHC) …
South-east AsiaJokowi's daughter to serve 'martabak' at her wedding
Joko "Jokowi" Widodo's daughter Kahiyang Ayu is set to marry fiancé Bobby Affif Nasution in November, and the President’s eldest son, Gibran …
WeddingsSinger Tulus continues campaign to help protect Sumatran elephants
Singer Tulus is collaborating with World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Indonesia to create a new campaign titled #TemanGajah (Friends of Elephants) that aims …
WildlifeAs Indonesia’s Parties Scramble, Jokowi Won’t Commit to Re-Election Bid
Even as four political parties throw their weight behind Joko Widodo running for re-election, Indonesia’s president isn’t committing.<p>While the …
BusinessCommentary: Why Anies Baswedan, a new governor with big shoes to fill, is echoing hardline sentiments
SINGAPORE: The new governor of Jakarta Anies Baswedan and his running mate Sandiaga Uno were sworn in on Monday (Oct 16) in a ceremony at Jakarta’s …
South-east AsiaDeclassified US documents reveal full extent of Indonesia's 1965-66 anti-communist massacres
In November 1965, the Indonesian Army warned a Dutch official in Sumatra that his locally-hired cook was about to be arrested on suspicion of being a …
Australian NewsAsia Coffee -Mid-Nov harvest expected in Vietnam; Indonesia quiet
HANOI, Oct 19 (Reuters) - Vietnam's harvest season is expected to commence by mid-November with output seen exceeding the previous crop, while …
VietnamIf Entire Countries Apologized More Often, the World Would Be More Peaceful
A recent study looks at whether collective apologies on behalf of countries may inspire hope that can lead to reconciliation. <br>Read More
South-east AsiaSurvey finds Jakarta among world’s worst for women
The family of Dewi, a pseudonym, decided to drop a legal case at the beginning of 2017 against a man who raped her in Jakarta. She was ultimately …
JakartaMohammad Reza Fayazi sentenced for assisting people smugglers in Indonesia
A man whose family fled persecution in Iran has been sentenced to at least four years jail in Australia for assisting people smugglers in …
South-east AsiaMarinda airport in Raja Ampat set to become international airport
Raja Ampat Regent Abdul Faris Umlati has been wanting to extend the runway from 1,200 meters to 2,500 meters that will allow larger planes to land at …
AirportsRaja Ampat promotes underwater beauty at marine festival
Raja Ampat is planning to hold other water sport competitions in the future such as canoeing, paddling and cliff diving.
TravelGaruda Indonesia to ease access to Lake Toba from Singapore
National flag carrier Garuda Indonesia is set to offer a new route from Silangit Airport in North Sumatra to Singapore starting Oct. 28, marking the …
TravelRussians perform gamelan, ‘jaipong’ dance in Moscow
A concert showcasing gamelan and traditional dances was held in the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory in the Russian capital on Oct. 17.
South-east Asia'Civilization VI' video game to include Indonesian culture
US-based video game developer Firaxis Games has announced that Indonesia will be part of its upcoming game <i>Civilization VI</i>.<p>The <i>Civilization</i> video game …
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