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Indonesia's Smartphone Ban Sparks Debate

Indonesia's recent ban on the iPhone 16 and Google Pixel has ignited frustration among tech enthusiasts and raised questions about the country's regulatory approach. The prohibition stems from the government's Tingkat Komponen Dalam Negeri (TKDN) policy, requiring phones to have at least......

Navigating the Middle Path Prabowo’s Foreign Policy Strategy

When Prabowo Subianto was sworn in as Indonesia’s eighth president in October, one of the immediate questions surrounding his leadership was how his approach to foreign policy would shape the region’s security landscape, especially amid growing tensions between China and the United States.......

Falling from the Middle Class: Economic Challenges in Indonesia

In Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, Halimah Nasution once enjoyed a comfortable life with her husband, Agus Saputra. Their wedding, graduation, and birthday rental business provided a stable monthly income of about 30 million rupiahs ($1,917), placing them in the upper tier of Indonesia’s middle......

Indonesia's New President Advocates for Cooperation with China Before U.S. Visit

BEIJING (AP) — Indonesia's newly inaugurated president emphasized the importance of collaboration with China, rather than conflict, following the signing of $10 billion in business deals at a forum in Beijing on Sunday. This comes as he embarks on his first overseas trip since taking office......

Tragedy Strikes: Eruptions of Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki Claim Lives and Displace Thousands in Indonesia

At least ten individuals have lost their lives following a series of volcanic eruptions from Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki, a 1,703-meter (5,587-foot) twin volcano located on Flores Island in eastern Indonesia. The eruptions began shortly after midnight on Monday, unleashing fireballs and ash that devastated......

Morocco and Indonesia Forge Stronger Parliamentary Bonds: A Step Towards Enhanced Bilateral Cooperation

In a significant move to strengthen diplomatic ties, Morocco and Indonesia have pledged to enhance their parliamentary cooperation. This development comes as part of a broader initiative to deepen the existing relationship between the two nations, with a focus on addressing common legislative issues. Rachid......

Morocco Strengthens Indonesian Ties at IAF Forum 2024: A Commitment to Bilateral Growth

Indonesia-Morocco relations have been steadily strengthening since 2013 when the two nations established a joint commission to enhance cooperation in investment, tourism, trade, and human resources. This bilateral commitment was further solidified at the second Indonesia-Africa Forum (IAF) held in Bali......

Indonesian Fertilizer Firm Eyes Algeria’s Untapped Phosphate Potential

Indonesia’s Leading Fertilizer Company Considers Algerian Phosphate Investments Amid Global Market Competition PT Pupuk Indonesia, a major player in the global fertilizer industry, is exploring investment opportunities in Algeria's phosphate sector, according to recent reports from Algerian......

Mass Protests Erupt in Indonesia as Parliament Moves to Modify Election Laws

In a dramatic display of civil unrest, thousands of protesters converged on Indonesia's parliament building on Thursday, attempting to breach its defenses while voicing opposition to proposed changes in election laws. The situation escalated quickly, prompting law enforcement to deploy tear gas and......