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Youth and Sports Minister Dito Ariotedjo has suggested that an additional bonus might be awarded to Indonesian Paralympians who exceeded their medal targets at the 2024 Summer Paralympics. This bonus, however, is expected to be allocated towards enhancing the development of para-athletes rather than being given directly to the athletes themselves. Key Points: Additional…
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Air pollution remains a significant health issue in Indonesia, impacting both urban and rural populations. The primary sources of pollution include vehicle emissions in cities and smoke from forest and land fires in rural areas. Addressing this issue is crucial for enhancing the quality of life and health of Indonesians. Key Points from Recent…
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PT Pemeringkat Efek Indonesia (Pefindo) has recently assigned a corporate and bond credit rating of idB with a stable outlook to PT Waskita Beton Precast Tbk (stock code: WSBP). This rating reflects WSBP’s effective management and commitment to sustainable growth. Key Points: Stable Outlook and Rating: The idB rating with a stable outlook indicates…
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The Transportation Ministry is currently conducting crucial calibration work at Nusantara Airport to ensure it meets flight safety standards ahead of its operational launch. The calibration process involves fine-tuning and testing various navigation and communication systems to ensure accuracy and reliability. Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumadi provided an update, noting that a calibration mission…
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President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) expressed his appreciation following Indonesia’s goalless draw with Australia in their Group C match of the 2026 AFC World Cup qualifiers. Speaking to the press after the match at Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) Main Stadium in Jakarta, Jokowi highlighted the significance of the point gained from the match. “We should…
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On Wednesday, President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) appointed Saifullah Yusuf as Indonesia’s new Social Affairs Minister. This change comes after Tri Rismaharini stepped down to campaign in the 2024 local elections. The inauguration of Yusuf, who is widely known as Gus Ipul, took place at Jakarta’s State Palace. Yusuf, who will hold the position for…
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Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman has called on Indonesian youths to engage in restoring unused agricultural lands and optimizing swamp areas to enhance national food security. Key Points: Youth Participation: Sulaiman invited young people to leverage unused lands and swamp areas as assets to contribute to Indonesia’s agricultural advancement and national food security. Modernization…
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The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) is focusing on sustainable development in frontier villages through the Impact Investment Day (IID) 2024. Hosted in Labuan Bajo, the event seeks to foster collaborations that promote sustainable growth in Indonesia’s most remote areas. Key Points: Event Purpose: IID 2024 aims to connect global stakeholders to…
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In celebration of the Indonesian Navy’s 79th anniversary, the Ambon IX Main Naval Base in Maluku Province hosted an open day event on Saturday, September 7. This exhibition was part of the broader commemoration activities leading up to the official anniversary on September 10. Highlights of the Event: Defense Exhibition: The Ambon IX Main…
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Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto met with Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, the King of Malaysia, at the Malaysian State Palace in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday, September 7. The visit aimed to reinforce the defense ties between Indonesia and Malaysia and to discuss regional security issues. In his statement following the meeting, Prabowo expressed Indonesia’s strong…