Indonesia to Preside Over UN HRC Session for First Time in Geneva

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesia will lead the regular session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UN HRC) for the first time during its 61st Session in Geneva, Switzerland. This marks the initial implementation of Indonesia’s role after officially assuming the Presidency of the 20th UN HRC on January 8, 2026. Director of Human Rights and Humanitarian … Read more

Aston Martin Aramco and Honda celebrate new era at Tokyo partnership launch

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team and Honda celebrate start of ‘works’ partnership and herald a new era for the sport at event held in Tokyo. Aston Martin Aramco Executive Chairman Lawrence Stroll joined Honda Motor Cooperation President and Representative Executive Officer Toshihiro Mibe for the event, which also saw President and CEO of Formula … Read more

‘False pride’: Indonesia’s UN rights role clashes with its domestic record

Indonesia begins its tenure as president of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) this month under a cloud of contradiction, with officials hailing the prestige of the largely ceremonial role even as activists raise uncomfortable questions about the country’s own rights record. The 47-member body, a subsidiary of the UN General Assembly, has a mandate … Read more