Indonesia

Unrest Erupts in Indonesia as Police Killing Sparks Nationwide Protests —————————- A series of anti-government protests in Indonesia has intensified following the death of a motorcycle ride-sharing driver who was reportedly hit by a police vehicle, Reuters reported. The incident,…

Indonesia Launches Measles Vaccination Campaign After Deadly Outbreak ——————————————- Indonesian authorities have launched a mass measles vaccination campaign in the East Java province of Sumenep following an outbreak that has led to 17 deaths, primarily among unvaccinated children, Arab News…

Indonesia Strengthens Ties with Turkey to Promote Modest Fashion Globally ………………… Indonesia is expanding its presence in the modest fashion sector through strategic partnerships with Turkey, a global hub for textiles and ready-to-wear clothing, aiming to boost exports and access…

Indonesia Makes Extended Producer Responsibility Mandatory for Plastic Packaging ………….. The Indonesian government has upgraded its Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program from a voluntary to a mandatory system for manufacturers using plastic packaging, Vietnam Plus reported. Environment Minister Hanif Faisol…

Malaysian State to Penalize Muslim Men for Missing Friday Prayers …………………. Muslim men in Terengganu, a Malaysian state, could face up to two years in prison, fines up to RM 3,000 (£525), or both for skipping Friday prayers without a…

Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Strikes Indonesia ———————- A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, early on Sunday, injuring dozens of people, Al Arabiya English reported citing the country’s disaster mitigation agency (BNPB). The shallow quake, at a depth of 10…

Indonesians Protest with Anime Pirate Flag on Independence Day ———————————– In a striking display of dissent on the 80th anniversary of Indonesia’s independence from Dutch colonial rule, a protest movement has emerged, rallying around a pirate flag from the Japanese…

Indonesian Government Doubles Budget for Free Meal Program ——————- According to an article from Xinhua News Agency, the Indonesian government is planning to nearly double the budget for President Prabowo Subianto’s free nutritious meal program in 2026. The budget is…

Magnitude 6.5 Quake Strikes Indonesia’s West Papua ………….. A 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia’s West Papua region on Tuesday, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ), which revised its earlier 6.1 reading. The quake occurred at a depth of…

Indonesia Launches Incentive Program to Attract Doctors to Remote Areas …………………. Indonesia will start providing a monthly incentive of 30 million IDR (approximately 1,800 USD) to doctors working in remote regions, according to local media. The initiative aims to address…