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Under pressure, ASEAN says ‘deeply concerned’ at Myanmar violence

Regional bloc leading diplomatic efforts to end violence caused by the 2021 military coup but has made scant progress.

Al Jazeera · May 10, 2023

Asean leaders 'deeply concerned' about Myanmar violence

JAKARTA: Southeast Asian nations said Wednesday they are "deeply concerned" about the violence ravaging Myanmar while condemning a recent attack on a convoy of diplomats delivering humanitarian aid in the country.

Bangkok Post · May 10, 2023

Myanmar aid convoy attack raises stakes for under-fire ASEAN

As leaders of regional bloc meet in Indonesia, crisis triggered by February 2021 military coup strikes close to home.

Al Jazeera · May 9, 2023

How can Indonesian journalists be best protected from digital attacks?

With digital attacks on journalists increasing, Indonesia's press council formed a task force in response. But could the country's laws be part of the problem?

360info · May 4, 2023

How to save Indonesia's independent media voices

Journalism has to stop sustained attacks on alternative media outlets.

360info · May 1, 2023

Indonesia court overturns order to delay 2024 elections

An Indonesian court on Tuesday overturned a lower court's controversial order to delay the 2024 national elections by two years, arguing it had overstepped its jurisdiction and had no authority to make the decision.

Reuters · Apr 11, 2023

Stadium disaster justice loses in Indonesia U-20 World Cup furore

Indonesia lost right to host youth World Cup over pro-Palestine stance but disaster victims say justice more important.

Al Jazeera · Apr 1, 2023

Indonesia's EV goals hinge on green mining drive

With the world's largest reserves of nickel, used extensively in making batteries, Indonesia is aiming to become an electric vehicle powerhouse, not least by courting Tesla CEO Elon Musk.

Bangkok Post · Mar 31, 2023

Tears, anger as Indonesian soccer fears FIFA sanctions

Indonesian soccer players and fans reacted with tears and outrage after the country was stripped of hosting rights for the Under-20 World Cup only eight weeks before the start of the tournament amid political turmoil over Israel’s participation, leaving Indonesian soccer at risk of further sanctions

The Independent UK · Mar 30, 2023

How Bali governor’s Israel protest ended Indonesia’s U20 World Cup dream

Football-mad country was due to host the men’s Under-20 World Cup in May but has been stripped of the tournament by Fifa

The Guardian - UK · Mar 30, 2023