15 Foreign Inmates in Kerobokan Prison Get Christmas Clemency
The Class II A Kerobokan Penitentiary has announced the 2021 Christmas clemency list. The Christmas clemency was announced after the correctional inmates, particularly Christians and
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Fugitive of 20 Years Finally Caught in Indonesia?
Authorities have arrested French national Thierry Ascione in Indonesia after 20 years on the run. He was arrested after a shipwreck last October. Thierry Ascione
Sinovac Vaccine Not Effective to Protect Against Omicron
A study in Hong Kong has revealed that the vaccine made by China’s Sinovac Biotech failed to provide adequate protection against the Omicron variant COVID-19,
Turkey Allows Visa-Free Entry for Indonesian Citizens
The Turkish government has decided to remove the visa requirements for Indonesian citizens who want to travel to the country. “In view of the fraternal
Singapore and Thailand Suspend Quarantine-Free Policy
Several countries around Southeast Asia that had previously opened their borders without quarantine have now decided to re-lock their entry access to foreigners. Singapore Singapore
PCR Tests Now Available at Train Stations
PT KAI (Persero) has opened a COVID-19 testing service with a PCR scheme at train stations, costing Rp195,000 per examination. This PCR service will begin
Balinese Environmental Activist Wins CNN Heroes Award
An environmental activist from Bali, I Made Janur Yasa, has won the CNN Heroes 2021 award after his name was included as one of the
Jakarta Formula E to be Held in Ancol
The President Director of PT Jakarta Propertindo Widi Amanasto said that the Formula E circuit in Ancol, North Jakarta is designed like a hobby horse
International Arrivals to Start in Surabaya
Government Spokesperson for Handling COVID-19 Wiku Adisasmito said the government will reopen Surabaya Juanda International Airport as an entry point for international arrivals to anticipate
Soekarno-Hatta Airport Terminal 3 Flooded
Part of the terminal 3 area of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flooded on Tuesday 21st December. Senior Manager of Branch Communication and Legal at Soekarno-Hatta Airport
Quarantine Hotel Rates Regulated and Capped in Jakarta
The COVID-19 Task Force has confirmed regulated prices for hotel quarantine for travellers from abroad. The prices are effective from 20th December 2021. COVID-19 Task
Indonesia to Get a New Neighbour Country
There will be a new country near Indonesia soon, but travellers are advised to be cautious when taking the trip. The potential new state is
Foreigner Found Sleeping on the Streets in Canggu
An as-yet-unidentified foreigner has been found sleeping on the sidewalk at the intersection of Jalan Raya Kerobokan, Badung Regency, Bali. “Traffic lights are also a
Foreigners from Three More Countries Banned From Entering Indonesia?
The government has included the UK, Norway, and Denmark on the list of countries prohibited from entering Indonesia, following the spread of the Omicron variant
Omicron Cases Could Double Every Three Days
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that cases of the Omicron variant could double every one and a half to three days. On Saturday
COVID-19 Vaccination for Non-resident Foreigners in Bali?
The government is continuing to intensify the COVID-19 vaccination program by accelerating the vaccination program for foreigners in Bali. A vaccination centre for foreigners has
3,000 People Enter Indonesia from Overseas Every Day
The COVID-19 Handling Task Force has said that around 3,000 international travelers are entering Indonesia every day. This is creating challenges with quarantine locations due
Fully Vaccinated International Students and Workers Can Enter Australia?
Australia has reopened its borders to international students, as long as they have been fully vaccinated. Australia is also reopening its borders to skilled migrants,
Sudan Man Deported for Visa Violation
A Sudanese citizen, with the initials AMY, has been deported for violating his visit visa. AMY had been living in Palembang and was a teacher.
BREAKING NEWS: Omicron Detected in Indonesia
The government announced that the Omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus has entered Indonesia. Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin said that one of the three
Glorious Festive Seasons at The Westin Jakarta
Welcoming the season of wonder this December, The Westin Jakarta invites guests to celebrate this wonderful time of the year with fun-filled dining and staycation