The Challenges For Global Retail Franchises in Indonesia
Following the recent shutdown of America?s largest chain of convenience store 7-Eleven, here are the challenges of foreign retail franchises...
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Ahok to Stay in Mako Brimob Prison Amid Security Concerns
Former Jakarta governor Basuki ‘Ahok’ Tjahaja Purnama will not be moved to East Jakarta’s Cipinang Prison as initially planned but...
Bandung Zoo Accuses Fundraiser of Fraud
Indonesian zoos do not enjoy a sterling reputation for animal care. When foreigners try to intervene, officials become upset –...
The Trouble With Alcohol in Indonesia
Indonesia, being a Muslim majority country, is also a pluralist, democratic and secular nation. And with the rest of the...
Prosecutors Seek Prison For American Robbery Suspect
Prosecutors have sought two and half years in prison for an American-national charged with robbing several convenience stores in tourist...
Qatar’ Diplomatic Crisis: What Does it Mean For Indonesia?
The aftershocks of the diplomatic fall-out between Qatar and other countries in the Middle East region has rippled around the...
No More Happy Endings for Bali Spas
The crackdown on Bali’s so-called happy ending parlours continues, with massage parlours in Legian and Denpasar the latest to be...
Belitung Tourism Set to Triple Under Hanandjoeddin Airport Development Plan
State-owned airport operator Angkasa Pura II will develop Bangka Belitung?s Hanandjoeddin Airport as an international airport is expected to complement...
Anti-Persecution Coalition Call For Action Over Harassment
The country’s leading legal and human rights organisations have teamed up as the Anti-Persecution Coalition to warn against increasing acts...
Don’t Show, Do Tell
Beware of sharing a nude selfie in Indonesia. You could be extorted or even criminalized. There’s an old internet joke...
Persecution Continues To Trend Online: SAFEnet Warns
A frightening trend of online targeting and cyber-bullying of individuals for their personal views amid tense freedom of expression tests...
GO-JEK And Bahaso Team Up For Driver Language Training
Foreign language skills are not only a requirement for multi-national company employees, but also for online transport drivers, prompting GO-JEK...
Jakarta’s Top Acupuncture Picks
Acupuncture is a 3,000-year-old healing technique from traditional Chinese medicine. It is known as a “complementary medical practice that entails...
Peruvian Sentenced to 7 Years After Running
The Peruvian and two other foreigners faced charges for robbing ATMs in a Bali minimart....
Employment for Foreigners: What You Need to Know
For expats, earning a living in Indonesia can be difficult. From finding secure employment to navigating the bureaucratic nightmare that...
Dating An Indonesian: Here’ What Foreigners Need To Know
Dating someone with a different cultural background can be interesting, but it is not easy. Here are foreigners tips when...
Beware of the Men in Uniform
Posing as policemen and pilots, con men are able to steal women’s hearts and then their money. It is often...
Tips for Headhunters and Recruits in Indonesia
What Expats Should Know About Headhunting in Indonesia Companies thrive on the back of good talent. Great teams of qualified...
The Curious Case of Benjamin Holst, ‘The Party Beggar’
He was deported last year for begging but is relentless in his quest for beer money. Here's an infographic that...
Foreign Investment Welcome, Jokowi Tells Beijing Forum
President Joko ‘Jokowi’ Widodo has once again taken to the world’s stage, touting Indonesia as an attractive hub for foreign...
Not So Tasty Meatballs Shut Down Party After Poisoning Kids
A spate of vomiting an dizzines ended a community party in Suberingin village, South Sumatra, on Monday, May 15, with...