Mary Jane Veloso case unresolved as Jokowi prepares to leave office The Filipina, whose supporters say is a victim of human trafficking, was sentenced to death in Indonesia in late 2010. Al Jazeera · Dec 27, 2023
Is Joko Widodo paving the way for a political dynasty in Indonesia? Joko Widodo, popularly known as “Jokowi”, has served as Indonesia’s president for almost a decade. He is hugely popular, garnering around 80% in some polls. But the constitution bars him from serving a third term in office. The Conversation · Dec 20, 2023
Japan and ASEAN Unite for Peace, Security Amid Tensions Japan and ASEAN leaders unite for the 50th anniversary of their official ties, focusing on regional security, economic cooperation, and a rules-respecting ... Top News · Dec 17, 2023
Japan bolsters security ties with neighbors at summit amid tensions with China Leaders from Japan and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations adopted a joint vision that emphasizes security and economic cooperation, amid growing tensions with China. WEKU · Dec 17, 2023
Japan and ASEAN bolster ties at summit focused on security amid China tensions Leaders from Japan and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, marking their 50th anniversary of friendship, are meeting at a special summit and expected to adopt a joint vision that places greater emphasis on security cooperation amid growing tensions with China in regional seas The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2023
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 · Dec 13, 2023
Indonesia Presidential Candidates Talk Corruption, Papua In First Debate The three candidates vying to be Indonesia's next president clashed in their first debate on Tuesday over issues including corruption, human rights and separatist rebels in the world's third-largest democracy. International Business Times · Dec 12, 2023
As more Rohingya arrive by boat, Indonesia asks the international community to share its burden Indonesia says it is appealing to the international community for help after more than 1,500 Rohingya refugees have arrived on its shores by boat since November The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2023
Rohingya Muslims in Indonesia struggle to find shelter. President says government will help for now Rohingya Muslim refugees who fled Myanmar to escape a brutal counterinsurgency campaign are struggling to find a country that would accept them The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2023
Indonesia suspects human trafficking is behind the increasing number of Rohingya refugees Indonesia’s president says his government blames a surge in human trafficking for the increasing number of Rohingya Muslims who have entered the country over the past few weeks The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2023
Indonesia’s presidential hopefuls lay out plans to revive $1.2tn economy GDP growth slowed to 4.94 percent in the third quarter, compared with 5.72 percent during the same period in 2022. Al Jazeera · Nov 24, 2023
IDF says it has entered Gaza’s largest hospital – as it happened IDF forces say they are targeting Hamas ‘in a certain part of the Shifa hospital’ after Gaza’s health ministry said it was warned by Israel that it would raid the facility ‘within minutes’ The Guardian - AU · Nov 14, 2023
Indonesian President Joko Widodo urges Biden to help end Gaza ‘atrocities’ Widodo calls for a ceasefire ‘for the sake of humanity’ as he sits down with US president at the White House. Al Jazeera · Nov 14, 2023
Israel-Hamas war: what we know on day 40 Thousands trapped inside main Gaza hospital surrounded by Israeli military; Joe Biden calls for al-Shifa hospital to be ‘protected’ The Guardian - AU · Nov 14, 2023
Al Jazeera · Nov 13, 2023 Indonesian President Joko Widodo heads to US amid Gaza tensions Widodo is under pressure over war, which killed more than 11,000 in a month, but is likely to take a low-key approach.
The Independent UK · Nov 4, 2023 Live updates | Calls for a humanitarian pause increase as Palestinians in Gaza lack food and water Calls for a humanitarian pause increased with the United Nation’s agency for Palestinian refugees reporting the average Palestinian in Gaza is surviving on two pieces of bread a day and a severely limited supply of water
Al Jazeera · Oct 25, 2023 Indonesia’s Prabowo registers in three-way 2024 presidential race Defence minister and former general, whose running mate is the incumbent president’s son, is leading opinion polls.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 25, 2023 From pancake seller to Indonesian vice-president? Joko Widodo’s son aims for the top Gibran Rakabuming Raka wants to follow in his father’s footsteps, but can he shake off public anger over allegations of nepotism?
The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2023 Indonesia top court rejects presidential age limit, clearing legal path for 72-year-old frontrunner Indonesia’s top court rejected an effort to block presidential candidates who are over 70 or implicated in human rights abuses, clearing the legal path for a septuagenarian former general’s ultra-nationalist campaign
Al Jazeera · Oct 23, 2023 Prabowo picks Jokowi’s son as running mate in Indonesia presidential bid Incumbent defence minister, who is trying a third time for the top job, is marginally ahead in opinion polls.
The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2023 Protesters march to US Embassy in Indonesia over Israeli airstrikes Protesters have marched from several mosques to the heavily guarded U.S. Embassy in Indonesia’s capital to denounce the staunch American support for Israel and demand an end to Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip
The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023 Here are the key leaders joining the Belt and Road forum and their wish lists to Beijing China is hosting its third international forum centered around President Xi Jinping’s signature policy, the Belt and Road Initiative, which over the past 10 years has built infrastructure across continents, burdening some smaller countries with debt
The Guardian - AU · Oct 17, 2023 Joko Widodo’s son can run for Indonesian vice-president after controversial court ruling Gibran Rakabuming Raka, 36, does not meet age requirement of 40 but constitutional court – headed by president’s brother-in-law – makes exception
Al Jazeera · Oct 16, 2023 Indonesian court rules on presidential candidate eligibility The Constitutional Court rules the minimum age for candidates remains 40, and any change should come from lawmakers.
The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2023 Indonesian president launches Southeast Asia's first high-speed railway, funded by China Indonesian President Joko Widodo has inaugurated Southeast Asia’s first high-speed railway, which begins its commercial operations on Monday, a key project under China’s Belt and Road infrastructure initiative that will drastically cut the travel time between two key cities