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The Diplomat Indonesia

K-Beauty's Brazil Push Signals a New Type of Korean Diplomacy

South Korea's K-Beauty industry is accelerating its expansion into the Brazilian market, transcending traditional diplomatic and economic policies to become a new diplomatic tool. This signifies a shift in South Korea's foreign policy strategy, transforming cultural influence into economic and strategic opportunities.

Sindonews

Online Gambling Crimes to be Discussed in Asset Confiscation Bill

Indonesia is moving to include online gambling crimes in the deliberation of the asset confiscation bill. This is expected to enable the confiscation of profits derived from gambling, aiming to strengthen countermeasures against online gambling.

Mongabay Indonesia

7 Orangutans Rescued in Ketapang Amidst Forest Fires

Seven orangutans have been rescued in Ketapang Regency, West Kalimantan, after being displaced by widespread forest and land fires (karhutla). Concerns are raised about respiratory issues due to smoke exposure.

The Diplomat Indonesia

Security is Key to Resolving Thai-Cambodia Border Dispute, Says Thai FM

Thailand's Foreign Minister emphasizes that security measures, including upholding the ceasefire, reducing military risks, demining, strengthening law enforcement, and cooperating against criminal networks, are crucial for resolving the border dispute with Cambodia. These are presented as practical prerequisites for border demarcation work.

Sindonews

Who Benefits from Indonesia's National Economic Growth?

Questions are being raised about whether the benefits of Indonesia's economic growth are reaching the entire population. The limited information available calls for a detailed analysis of who the beneficiaries of this growth truly are.

Sindonews

Prabowo Mentions "Free Nutritious Meals" in Vladivostok Speech

Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto, during a speech in Vladivostok, Russia, touched upon his campaign promise of providing "free nutritious meals" to the public. This statement highlights growing domestic concern for food security and child development initiatives.

VOI English

Kaspersky: Scam Calls Surge Nearly 3% in Indonesia

Scam calls in Indonesia have increased by 2.55% from January to June 2026, reaching 10.24%, according to Kaspersky data. Spam calls remain a significant issue, with cybercriminals exploiting the widespread use of smartphones.

CNN Indonesia

Five Jakarta Areas Face Meteorological Drought Alert

Indonesia's Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has issued a meteorological drought alert for five areas in DKI Jakarta for early September 2026, citing below-normal rainfall and potential water scarcity impacts.

Sindonews

Indonesia's Soaring Rice Prices Linked to Structural Issues

Rice prices in Indonesia are soaring, impacting daily life for citizens. Experts point to structural issues in distribution and production, rather than just supply-demand imbalances, as the underlying cause. Government responses are under scrutiny.

Sindonews

Putin Expresses Desire for Shipyard and Nuclear Cooperation with Indonesia

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed interest in cooperation in shipbuilding and nuclear energy during a meeting with Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto. This signals potential for concrete collaboration as part of strengthening the strategic partnership between the two nations.

Antara News (English)

Kura Kura Bali SEZ Processes Up to One Ton of Organic Waste Daily

The Kura Kura Bali Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Bali has achieved a processing capacity of up to one ton of organic waste per day, marking a significant step in its commitment to sustainable development and environmental protection.

VOI English

West Sumatra MSMEs Receive IDR 115.77 Billion Stimulus Post-Disaster

The Indonesian government has allocated IDR 115.77 billion (approximately USD 7.5 million) in stimulus to aid 38,507 micro-businesses affected by disasters in West Sumatra, aiming to facilitate their return to operations and support regional economic recovery.

Mongabay Indonesia

Indonesia's Small Islands Grapple with Waste, Student-Led Initiatives Emerge

Indonesia's small islands face a severe waste management crisis due to pollution from both land and sea. On Lae-lae Island near Makassar, university students have launched beach clean-up and waste recycling awareness programs with local middle schoolers, taking a small step towards addressing the issue.

Mongabay Indonesia

World's Rarest Snake, Only 20 Left, Finds Last Refuge on Maria Major Island

Approximately 20 Saint Lucia Racers, the world's only remaining population of Erythrolamprus ornatus, are now found solely on Maria Major Island off the southern coast of Saint Lucia. This critically endangered snake has a history of being declared extinct and rediscovered.

Antara News (English)

Bank Indonesia Stresses Stability for Investment at G20 Meeting

Bank Indonesia (BI) emphasized at the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors meeting that financial and economic stability is key to attracting international investment. BI reiterated its firm stance on controlling inflation and stabilizing the exchange rate.

Sindonews

Jakarta Gold Shop Searched, Allegedly Linked to Smuggling to China

A gold shop in the Cikini area, Central Jakarta, was searched by the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) on suspicion of involvement in smuggling to China. The investigation is ongoing, with further details on charges and seized items pending.