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Can the region be an epicentrum of growth?

'Asean as an Epicentrum of Growth" is the theme of Indonesia's 2023 Asean chairmanship. Is it a reliable and attainable vision? Whilst some may be optimistic about the vision's potential, for us, it sounds more like jargon than a vision.

Bangkok Post

New Zealand pilot captured by Papuan fighters says he is ‘alive and well’ in new hostage video

A New Zealand pilot being held hostage by separatist forces in a remote region of Indonesia has said he is “alive and well” in a new hostage video.

Evening Standard

Kidnapped NZ pilot: Indonesian army attacks put him at risk

Separatist rebels in Indonesia’s restive Papua region have released a video appearing to show the New Zealand pilot they took hostage in February saying that recent Indonesian military attacks threatened his safety

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Revealed: most of EU delegation to crucial fishing talks made up of fishery lobbyists

Europe accused of ‘neocolonialism’ for using vassal small island states to sway policy and continue ‘disgraceful plundering’ of distant waters

The Guardian - UK

New video shows NZ pilot Phillip Mehrtens alive and well nearly three months after being kidnapped by West Papua separatists

A New Zealand pilot being held hostage in Indonesia's remote Papua region says the Indonesian Army has been dropping bombs in the area where a separatist group is holding him.

ABC News

Check Out The 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 250 SX Launched In Indonesia

Suzuki has launched the V-Strom 250 SX in the Indonesian market. The 250cc ADV packs similar styling as its bigger siblings.

RideApart

Indonesia earthquake: 7.3 magnitude shake strikes off coast with tsunami warning issued

People in a village on Mentawai Island in Indonesia were seen fleeing to the highlands by foot and motorcycles under the rain in darkness, while some patients at the village's hospital were evacuated to its yard

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Powerful Indonesia quake sends islanders fleeing

Padang (Indonesia) (AFP) - A 7.1-magnitude earthquake rattled residents on islands west of Indonesia's Sumatra on Tuesday, forcing them to flee to higher ground before an hours-long tsunami warning was lifted.

AFP

Indonesians told to stay alert after magnitude 7.3 earthquake

Indonesian authorities urged caution on Tuesday as residents returned gradually to their homes in western Sumatra after being rattled by a magnitude 7.3 earthquake and several aftershocks.

Reuters

Tsunami warning lifted after Indonesia earthquake

A tsunami warning after magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck west of Indonesia's Sumatra Island has been lifted.

The New Daily

Indonesia hit by magnitude 7.3 earthquake, tsunami warning lifted

A magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck west of Indonesia's Sumatra Island on Tuesday, Indonesia's geophysics agency (BMKG) said, triggering a tsunami warning for around two hours.

Reuters

Indonesia mall fire rips through building with shoppers trapped by raging inferno

Panicked shoppers were seen screaming as they desperately raced to escape the flames at the Trans Studio Makassar mall in Makassar City, South Sulawesi, Indonesia this afternoon

Daily Mirror

Trial looms for 17-year Guantanamo detainee in Indonesia attacks

Hearings scheduled after Hambali held for years before charges filed over Bali bombings and Jakarta hotel attack.

Al Jazeera

Accused Bali bombing mastermind Hambali to face hearing at Guantanamo Bay

Defence lawyers for Hambali believe testimony from a man who was executed in 2008 for his part in the attacks on the Sari nightclub and Paddy's Bar could help prove their client's innocence.

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Two earthquakes strike Kepulauan Batu, Indonesia -EMSC

Two earthquakes measuring nearly magnitude 6 struck Kepulauan Batu, Indonesia, in the morning hours on Sunday, according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).

Reuters

Indonesian, Malaysian Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr as COVID fears recede

Muslims in Indonesia and Malaysia gathered in large groups to usher in the Eid al-Fitr festival on Saturday, relieved to be able to celebrate freely after the lifting of most COVID-19 restrictions.

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7 amazing photos of the rare hybrid solar eclipse in 2023

Check out these amazing photos.

AFP

Indonesia's main party names Java governor as presidential candidate

Jakarta (Indonesia) (AFP) - Indonesia's largest party said on Friday it has nominated a popular provincial governor as its candidate for the 2024 presidential election, with outgoing President Joko Widodo backing the decision.

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Factbox-Who is running for president in Indonesia's 2024 election?

Indonesia is set to hold a presidential election in February next year, with three men so far vying for the top job in the world's third-largest democracy and its most populous Muslim-majority country.

The Independent UK

Bali travel guide: Everything to know before you go

The ‘Island of the Gods’ remains the benchmark for glorious escapism – here are the best things to do in Bali, from days on the beaches to exploring rice paddies and volcanoes.

Reuters

Indonesia's ruling party backs provincial governor Ganjar for 2024 presidency

Indonesia's ruling party on Friday endorsed provincial governor Ganjar Pranowo as its candidate for the presidency, an expected move backed by popular incumbent Joko Widodo, who will leave office next year after a decade in power.

Al Jazeera

Indonesia’s sex workers organise, fight stigma and shame

Non-profit PERKAWIS supports sex workers with education about health, financial issues and the law.

Space

Rare hybrid solar eclipse 2023 delights South Pacific skywatchers (photos)

A rare hybrid solar eclipse on April 20 was captured by skywatchers in the South Pacific. We take a look at some of the best photos and videos from the once-in-a-decade event.

The Independent UK

The stupidest things tourists have done on holiday

A trip abroad can quickly turn sour if you don’t respect the local culture and customs

ABC News

The eclipse in pictures: Thousands captivated by stunning event

It was over in less than a minute, but today's stunning eclipse gripped the attention of thousands in WA, Indonesia and Timor-Leste.

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