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Indonesia seeks Estonian expertise to boost digital governance

Jakarta, June 5 -- Indonesia has explored opportunities to collaborate with Estonia on governance reform initiatives, focusing on optimizing digital technology. Deputy Minister of Administrative and ... Read More


Indonesia says illegal fishing crackdown saves US$895 million

Jakarta, June 5 -- Indonesia's fisheries ministry said it had taken action against 1,210 vessels involved in illegal fishing since 2021, preventing potential state losses worth Rp16.6 trillion, equiva... Read More


Indonesia and South Korea bolster navy ties in Busan

Jakarta, June 5 -- The Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) is working to strengthen bilateral ties with the Republic of Korean Navy (ROKN) of South Korea during the 2026 Diplomatic Voyage Visit and Kartika Jala ... Read More


Bali will host 2026 Asian Open Water Swimming Championship

Jakarta, June 5 -- The Tourism Ministry has announced that the 12th Asian Open Water Swimming Championship 2026 will be held on June 13-15 in the waters off the InterContinental Bali Resort in Jimbara... Read More


Indonesia eyes June issuance of Panda Bonds

Jakarta, June 5 -- Indonesia is targeting the issuance of yuan-denominated sovereign bonds, known as Panda Bonds, in June 2026 as part of its strategy to diversify State Budget financing sources. Dur... Read More


Indonesia eyes egg distribution through food aid program

Jakarta, June 5 -- Deputy Minister of Agriculture Sudaryono has proposed including chicken eggs among the commodities distributed through the government's food assistance program to help absorb farmer... Read More


Central Java becomes first region to integrate cooperative education

Indonesia, June 5 -- Indonesia's Central Java province became the first region to integrate cooperative education into school curricula, a move officials said would strengthen understanding of the cou... Read More


Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi erupts, sends ash 1.5 km high

Indonesia, June 5 -- Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki in eastern Indonesia erupted on Friday evening, sending volcanic ash about 1.5 kilometers above its summit as authorities warned residents to avoid danger... Read More


Indonesia expands trade partnerships across Sub-Saharan Africa

Jakarta, June 5 -- Indonesia is expanding strategic partnerships with countries in the Sub-Saharan African region to broaden trade and investment opportunities. Deputy Minister of Trade Dyah Roro Est... Read More


Indonesia plans plain packaging for cigarettes and vapes

Jakarta, June 5 -- The Health Ministry is formulating regulations on cigarette and vape packaging and health warnings as part of efforts to make tobacco products less appealing, particularly to childr... Read More