Fact Check: Claim of Ringgit Rejected as Rupiah Strengthens Is False

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Two videos claiming that Malaysian currency is rejected in Thailand, the Philippines, and Saudi Arabia as the rupiah strengthens circulated on Instagram [archive], Facebook, and TikTok on January 27, 2026. The videos show several content creators discussing the rejection of Malaysian ringgit at currency exchange services in several Southeast Asian countries. “Malaysia is … Read more

Top 10 Weakest Currencies in the World 2026

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The exchange rate of currency often serves as a barometer of a country’s economic health and strength. While the U.S. dollar has long remained a global benchmark, several of the weakest currencies in the world trade at extremely low values, requiring tens of thousands of units to equal just one dollar. Forbes highlights this … Read more

France’s Carester teams up with Malaysian miner on rare earth project

French rare earths specialist Carester and Malaysian miner Malaco Mining Group have teamed up to work on a rare earth separation plant, and will also collaborate on rare earth mining, an adviser to French President Emmanuel Macron said in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday. The cooperation agreement on the separation plant project, which is in its … Read more

Indonesia targets illegal mining on 190,000 hectares of forest land

The Indonesian government could potentially seize mining activities across 190,000 hectares (733.59 square miles) of illegally cleared forest, the deputy forestry minister told a parliamentary hearing on Monday, as authorities tackle what they say is unlawful extraction in the resource-rich archipelago. Indonesia’s unprecedented crackdown, which has seen military-led teams take over palm plantations and mines, … Read more

Indonesian forces rescue 18 Freeport workers from rebel siege in Papua

Indonesian military rescued 18 workers at gold and copper miner Freeport Indonesia that had been surrounded by armed rebels for three days at a company outpost in the insurgency-plagued Papua region, officials said on Thursday. The rebel group – the Free Papua Movement- says it is fighting for secession of the region from Indonesia, which … Read more

ADB Allocates Millions to Boost Marine-Based Development

(MENAFN) The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has pledged USD400 million in support of marine-focused initiatives across the Mindanao Islands in the Philippines, as revealed in a statement released on Thursday. Abdulraof Macacua, Chief Minister of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, emphasized that the move opens up “more funding opportunities for coastal areas in … Read more

CPM 2025 Silver Outlook: Last Chance Registration

Navigating the Silver Market: A 2025 Outlook Table of Contents Navigating the Silver Market: A 2025 Outlook Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Precious Metals Investment The resurgence of Precious Metals: Why Now? Investment Options: From Physical Ownership to Digital Access Beyond Gold: Exploring Silver, Platinum, and Palladium Building a Strategic Allocation: Considerations for Investors Navigating … Read more

Colombia’s Inflation Surprise: Copying US Trends

Dollar Fluctuates in Colombia⁣ Following US Inflation Data Table of Contents Dollar Fluctuates in Colombia⁣ Following US Inflation Data Oil Prices⁣ and the Dollar’s Trajectory Exchange House ⁣activity Colombia-China Cooperation Plan Market Performance Interest Rates⁢ and Tariff Policy Dollar Fluctuates in Colombia Following U.S. Inflation Data: Your Questions Answered What happened to the U.S. dollar … Read more

7 Most Beautiful Banknotes in the World That Redefine Currency Design

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Countries design their currencies through arduous processes that involve design and durable tests. Beyond its relevance as part of the government body, these most beautiful banknotes in the world also actively discourage counterfeits due to its complex aesthetics. Whether it’s for their printing distinction or hologram integration, these banknotes are both beautiful and … Read more