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Nusa Dua, Bali — The recent Indonesia-Africa Parliamentary Forum (IAPF) brought to the forefront a shared commitment to advancing women’s economic empowerment as a key driver for sustainable development. Held in Nusa Dua, Bali, the forum emphasized the crucial role that empowering women plays in fostering inclusive and equitable societies. Commitment to Women’s Participation…
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Overview: The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) is implementing an eco-friendly solution to address coastal erosion in Cilacap District, Central Java. This initiative involves the installation of gabions made from coconut fiber to protect against abrasion along the coastline. Gabion Details: Gabions are structures composed of cages, cylinders, or boxes filled with materials such…
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Medal and Performance: Saptoyogo Purnomo won Indonesia’s first medal at the 2024 Paris Paralympics, securing silver in the men’s T37 100-meter event. Initially targeting bronze, Purnomo exceeded expectations by finishing second with a time of 11.26 seconds, breaking his own Asian record of 11.28 seconds from the 2022 Asian Para Games. Qualifying and Final:…
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The Indonesian Communication and Informatics Ministry is mobilizing national support for the successful execution of two major international events: the High-Level Forum Multi-Stakeholder Partnership (HLF-MSP) and the 2nd Indonesia-Africa Forum (IAF), scheduled to take place in Bali from September 1-3, 2024. Key Objectives and Themes Focus on Sustainable Development: The forums aim to enhance…
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Casio Computer Co., Ltd., has unveiled the latest addition to its G-LIDE line of extreme sports watches, the GLX-5600KB. This new model is the third signature watch developed in collaboration with pro surfer Kanoa Igarashi, a prominent figure on the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour. Key Features of the GLX-5600KB Base Model: The…
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Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH), a leading digital telecommunications provider in Indonesia, has marked a significant milestone by completing the world’s first large-scale Packet-Switched (PS) Core Network consolidation and transformation project. This extensive undertaking, executed in collaboration with global ICT solution provider Huawei, represents a major advancement in mobile communication technologies. Project Overview Scope and…
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Indonesia has experienced a significant boost in internet speed, achieving a tenfold increase over the past decade, according to Communication and Informatics Minister Budi Arie Setiadi. Key Points: Significant Increase in Speed: In 2014, Indonesia’s average internet speed was 2.5 megabytes per second (Mbps). By 2024, this has surged to 25 Mbps, marking a…
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At the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Paralympics, the Indonesian contingent captured attention with their striking traditional attire. This year, the uniforms worn by the athletes were a unique blend of modern design and Nusantara cultural elements, showcasing the richness of Indonesian heritage. Key Highlights: Cultural Attire: The uniforms, designed by IKAT Indonesia…
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Indonesia’s Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto has clarified that the newly signed Indonesia-Australia Defense Cooperation Agreement (DCA) does not establish a military alliance between the two nations. Prabowo made this statement during a video broadcast following the signing of the agreement with his Australian counterpart, Richard Marles, at the Indonesian Military Academy in Magelang, Central…
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Indonesia is setting its sights on climbing into the top 15 of the Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI), following its 22nd place ranking in 2023. This ambitious goal reflects a broader effort to enhance the country’s tourism sector, which has shown significant recovery and growth after the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.…