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‘Fix it from within’: More Chinese Indonesians chase seats in parliament

Ethnic Chinese candidates running for office aim to challenge stereotypes that linger from Soeharto era.

Al Jazeera

K-pop, TikTok and cats: the fight to win the key youth vote in Indonesia’s election

People under 40 will decide who leads the world’s third-largest democracy when voting takes place on 14 February

The Guardian - AU

Big election rallies in Indonesia on final day of campaign

Hundreds of thousands of supporters of presidential contenders pack rallies in capital Jakarta and other cities.

Al Jazeera

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Indonesia's Presidential Election: Environment, Resources, and Economic Growth

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Indian shooters pick up more gold in Jakarta

Indian shooters excel in Asia Olympic Qualifiers, adding to multiple gold medals and securing podium finishes in Jakarta.

The Hindu

From military leader to ‘harmless grandpa’: the rebranding of Indonesia’s Prabowo

As election looms former son-in-law of late dictator Suharto has become popular with young voters thanks to Instagram posts with cats

The Guardian - UK

Double delight for India as Tomar, men’s 10m air pistol team win gold at Asian Olympic Qualifiers

Indian shooters secure the gold medal in men’s 10m air pistol team event at Asian Olympic Qualifiers in Jakarta, securing a Paris Olympics quota.

The Hindu

Indonesia's decision to ban nickel ore exports was a surprising success for president Jokowi. Will it work for his successors?

Indonesia wants to leverage its massive nickel reserves to encourage investment in local EV and battery manufacturing. But that may be a tough hill to climb.

Fortune

Indonesia’s first presidential debate: Five key takeaways

Prabowo Subianto, Ganjar Pranowo and Anies Baswedan spar over human rights and law in their first televised encounter.

Al Jazeera

TikTok is spending $1.5 billion on a joint venture to solve the problem of Indonesia's surprise social media shopping ban

In September, Jakarta banned social media platforms like TikTok and Facebook from offering e-commerce services on their social media platforms.

Fortune

Honda MXGP and WSBK stars join Jakarta bikers in unique Motul-backed fan ride

Dubbed ‘The Ultimate Ride’, the event was enabled by lubricant manufacturer Motul and saw five-time MXGP champion Tim Gajser, MXGP race winner Ruben Fernandez and WSBK riders Iker Lecuona and Xavi Vierge ride alongside hundreds of fans on motorbikes of all shapes and sizes.

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The Guardian - UK

‘A bus is open to everyone regardless of class’: riding the world’s biggest network

Rapid transit buses that ferry workers in and out of Jakarta have become hugely popular and are key to net zero ambitions

The Independent UK

Coal power, traffic, waste burning a toxic smog cocktail in Indonesia's Jakarta

Pollution is causing respiratory illnesses and deaths to rise in Indonesia's island of Java, including the capital, Jakarta

The Hindu

India launches five-day Millets Festival in Indonesia to raise awareness and create markets for millets-based products in ASEAN

India launches 5-day Millets Festival in Jakarta to raise awareness for millets as sustainable food choice. ASEAN-India Millets Festival jointly organised by Indian Mission to ASEAN and Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare. Exhibition features FPOs, start-ups & Indian chefs.

Al Jazeera

‘Scream to the world, stop genocide’: Indonesian medics rally for Gaza

Medical workers in Indonesia call for an end to attacks on hospitals and healthcare staff by Israeli forces in Gaza.

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Bhullar extends lead to three shots in Indonesia, 7 Indians make the cut

Indian golfer Gaganjeet Bhullar carded a four-under 67 to extend his lead by three strokes after the second round of the BNI Indonesian Masters in Jakarta

The Independent UK

Conservative Muslims in Indonesia protest Coldplay concert over the band's LGBTQ+ support

More than 200 conservative Muslims marched in Indonesia’s capital, calling for the cancellation of Coldplay’s concert on Wednesday night over the British band’s support for the LGBTQ+ community

Metal Hammer

Bring Me The Horizon fans riot after show gets cancelled halfway through

Safety concerns forced the UK pop-metal band to cancel their set and a planned second performance in Jakarta, Indonesia

The Hindu

Rajnath Singh to attend 10th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus in Jakarta

Rajnath Singh to attend 10th ADMM-Plus in Jakarta, Indonesia. He'll present India's views on regional security challenges and hold bilateral meetings with Defence Ministers of participating nations

Al Jazeera

Q&A: Bali bomber on crime, punishment, and what motivated deadly attack

Umar Patek was freed last year after serving 11 years in jail for his role in the Bali bombings that killed 202 people.

The Independent UK

Conservative Muslims protest Coldplay's planned concert in Indonesia over the band's LGBTQ+ support

Dozens of conservative Muslims are calling for the cancellation of Coldplay’s concert this month in Indonesia

The Independent UK

England head to Indonesia inspired by Under-17 World Cup winner Phil Foden

England face New Caledonia in Jakarta in their World Cup opener on Saturday.

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