French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Indonesia marked a historic milestone in bilateral relations, with the signing, showcasing, and announcement of 21 strategic agreements across various sectors. The ceremony, held at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta, was witnessed by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and President Macron, signaling a robust commitment to deepening the Indonesia–France strategic … Read more
Indonesia and Sweden have signed four memorandums of understanding (MoUs) covering key areas of the healthcare sector. The agreements were formalized by Indonesian Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin and Swedish Health Minister Acko Ankarberg Johansson during a high-level health forum titled “Advancing Cooperation for a Healthier Future”, held at Ayana Midplaza, Jakarta, on Tuesday, May … Read more
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono called for a strengthened collective ASEAN response to the growing threat of transnational crime in the region in his address at the 29th ASEAN Political-Security Community (APSC) Council Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Sunday, May 25, 2025. He commended the implementation progress of the APSC Blueprint 2025, which has reached … Read more
Indonesia is once again emerging as a top destination for global oil and gas (O&G) exploration investment, as recent large-scale hydrocarbon discoveries and regulatory improvements restore investor confidence in the country’s upstream sector. At the IPA Convention and Exhibition (IPA Convex) 2025, held at ICE BSD City in Tangerang on May 20, 2025, leaders of … Read more
The Indonesian Ministry of Health asks the public to remain alert in response to a recent surge in COVID-19 cases in several Asian countries, including Singapore, Thailand, and Hong Kong. The rise in COVID-19 cases coincides with increased international travel, particularly as Indonesians are expected to attend global events such as the Lady Gaga concert … Read more
The Directorate General of Law Enforcement at the Ministry of Environment and Forestry is intensifying efforts to investigate illegal wildlife trade (TSL) in Indonesia, with a focus on its potential connection to money laundering crimes (TPPU). Dwi Januanto Nugroho, Director General of Law Enforcement at the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, emphasized that wildlife trafficking … Read more
Mineral security partnership and energy geostrategy By: Sampe L. PurbaThe Mineral Security Partnership (MSP) is an initiative launched by the U.S. Department of State in 2022. This initiative currently collaborates with 14 countries, including Australia, Canada, Japan, Germany, Finland, and the European Union (EU). The goal is to accelerate public and private investment in a … Read more
The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the country’s vast marine ecosystems by targeting the conservation of 30 percent of Indonesia’s marine area − around 97.5 million hectares (ha) − by the year 2045. Known as the 30×45 initiative, this ambitious goal marks a significant step toward long-term … Read more
Health Commission IX of the House of Representatives (DPR) asked Minister of Health Budi Gunadi Sadikin to accelerate clinical trials and distribution of the Tuberculosis (TB) vaccine developed with the support of U.S. tycoon Bill Gates. This request was conveyed during a hearing with the House’s Commission IX, which discussed the evaluation of the free … Read more
Minister of Culture, Fadli Zon, has announced a major revision of Indonesia’s historical narrative, particularly focusing on the Dutch colonial period, aimed at shifting the emphasis from a prolonged narrative of colonization to one that highlights the enduring spirit of resistance by the Indonesian people. According to Fadli, the commonly cited claim that Indonesia was … Read more