All Aboard Transjakarta To See Jakarta’s SightsIndonesia ExpatJuly 3, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJuly 3, 2017November 11, 20210 The TransJakarta Jakarta Explorer tourist bus routes proved a success over the holiday break with visitors flocking to the Istiqlal...
E-KTP Corruption Case State Losses Expected To RiseIndonesia ExpatJuly 3, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJuly 3, 2017November 11, 20210 The on-going e-KTP corruption case has seen state losses reach Rp 2.3 trillion (US$172 million) in June, but officials predict...
Indonesian Rice Prices Double Global AverageIndonesia ExpatJuly 3, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJuly 3, 2017November 11, 20210 Despite being a major producer of rice, consumers in Indonesia pay over double on average for the food staple....
Barack Obama and Jokowi Dine on Bakso in BogorIndonesia ExpatJuly 1, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJuly 1, 2017November 11, 20210 President Joko ‘Jokowi’ Widodo and former US president Barack Obama met Friday, June 30, for lunch in Bogor to mark...
Batik Fever Hits Africa Tourism ExpoIndonesia ExpatJune 29, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 29, 2017November 11, 20210 The Namibia Tourism Expo 2017 hosted earlier this month in capital Windhoek was a roaring success for Indonesian tourism and...
Bank Indonesia Warns Of Fake Cash Across CountryIndonesia ExpatJune 29, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 29, 2017November 11, 20210 Bank Indonesia has warned that while counterfeit banknotes have dropped in circulation in recent years consumers must stay savvy as...
Barking Mad: Rabies Outbreak In West KalimantanIndonesia ExpatJune 27, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 27, 2017November 11, 20210 West Kalimantan is battling to control a spike in rabies cases with reports in eight regencies increasing to 11 earlier...
Ahok to Stay in Mako Brimob Prison Amid Security ConcernsIndonesia ExpatJune 24, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 24, 2017November 11, 20210 Former Jakarta governor Basuki ‘Ahok’ Tjahaja Purnama will not be moved to East Jakarta’s Cipinang Prison as initially planned but...
Batam Set To Be ‘Paradise’ For Foreign Energy InvestorsIndonesia ExpatJune 22, 2017February 24, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatJune 22, 2017February 24, 20260 PGN has targeted Batam, Riau, for a huge development hoped to bring foreign and local investors flocking to the area....
A Brief History On Threats To The Corruption Eradication CommissionIndonesia ExpatJune 22, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 22, 2017November 11, 20210 The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) remains one of the most supported and trusted public institutions in Indonesia, but not everyone...
Soekarno-Hatta To Offer Self Check-In For Mudik TravellersIndonesia ExpatJune 21, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 21, 2017November 11, 20210 Those travelling light for mudik can expect some relief from the chaos at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport with curbside self check-ins....
Mathias Boe Says BCA Indonesia Open Marred By Abuse, ThreatsIndonesia ExpatJune 21, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 21, 2017November 11, 20210 While the player noted disliking teams is just part of the sporting world, he said he would not tolerate threats...
Java Roads Prepare For Mudik CongestionIndonesia ExpatJune 20, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 20, 2017November 11, 20210 Local governments across Java have hurried to complete construction of secondary roads in an effort to reduce the crippling congestion...
Susi Takes Anti-Illegal Fishing Fight To World StageIndonesia ExpatJune 20, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 20, 2017November 11, 20210 Indonesia’s colourful Minister for Fisheries Susi Pudjiastuti has spoken out against illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing (IUU) during a UN...
Foreign Investors Eye Gas-Based Petrochemical InvestmentIndonesia ExpatJune 19, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 19, 2017November 11, 20210 Foreign investors are exploring opportunities in Indonesia?s petrochemical industry, with ripe demand and bountiful natural resources....
How To Spend Idul Fitri In the CityIndonesia ExpatJune 19, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 19, 2017November 11, 20210 Idul Fitri is one of Indonesia’s most important holidays, celebrating the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. Many non-Muslim...
The Ramadan Productivity Drop And How To Overcome ItIndonesia ExpatJune 19, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 19, 2017November 11, 20210 The holy fasting month of Ramadan is a special time in Indonesia, with nightly celebrations and long days of devout...
Aluminimum Investors Wanted in Tanah Kuning Industrial Zone DevelopmentIndonesia ExpatJune 16, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 16, 2017November 11, 20210 Due to high potential of bauxite reserves, government is trying to invites investors to develop aluminium factories in the Industrial...
Prosecutors Seek Prison For American Robbery SuspectIndonesia ExpatJune 16, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 16, 2017November 11, 20210 Prosecutors have sought two and half years in prison for an American-national charged with robbing several convenience stores in tourist...
Ramadan Crackdown Nets Formalin-Tofu TradersIndonesia ExpatJune 15, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 15, 2017November 11, 20210 The cases are a reminder to all to be cautious and properly inspect foods, particularly those bought at local markets...
Lake Toba Tourism Boom Expected With Singapore Flight, Infrastructure DevelopmentIndonesia ExpatJune 14, 2017November 11, 2021 by Indonesia ExpatJune 14, 2017November 11, 20210 Lake Toba is expected to see a boom in foreign and domestic tourists following the announcement of key infrastructure developments...