Government Simplifies Business Permits for Oil and Gas
By simplifying oil and gas business permits in Indonesia, Minister Ignasius Jonan aims to make the legal process easier and the industry more investor-friendly.
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Indonesian Navy Wrangles Fugitive Boats and Chinese Sailors
Previously, Indonesia made a name for itself bombing fishing boats. But recently, the local navy also captured two tankers that escaped from Malaysia.
Pythons Invade Jakarta Due to Imbalanced Ecosystem
The phenomenon of pythons appearing in Jakarta is happening again. The strange occurrence is said to be caused by an imbalance in the surrounding ecosystem.
The Mystery of Indonesia’s KITAP Explained (INFOGRAPHIC)
The KITAP can open many doors for expats in Indonesia. Here's an interesting graphic to help on your quest for a permanent stay permit in
Fighting Religious Intolerance with ?Punk Muslim?
A new generation of Indonesian Punk Muslims might give conservatives a slap in the face, but some think they are exactly what the nation needs
Three Hikers in Dieng Killed by Lightning Strike
The Dieng hiking trail on Mt. Prau has been temporarily closed due to extreme weather conditions that caused the deaths of three hikers.
Borobudur Reliefs Tell Wise Tales
Borobudur Temple was built in the eighth century and has more than 2,670 reliefs. Each set of reliefs tells a wise tale that portrayed the
Obtaining a Bank Account, Tax Number & BPJS-K
Living and working in Indonesia, there are always challenges in meeting the changing requirements of the bureaucracy. Some of these are much simpler to deal
Maria Loretha: Championing Sorghum, Flores’ Crop of Hope
Sorghum is a gluten-free and nutrient-rich crop that can replace rice in times of need. It is drought-resistant and grows where the soil cannot produce
The Rise and Danger of Fake News
Fake news, a symptom of lazy journalism and deliberate mischief-making, is everywhere. Consequences can be fatal. Many moons ago, “fake news” used to be the
Despite Setbacks, Government Sets Ticket Price for LRT
Despite ongoing construction and land acquisition problems, the government has set the price of the upcoming Jabodebek LRT tickets for 2019.
A Shortlist of Ubud’ Organic Farmers’ Markets
Not only known for its laid back and artsy ambiance, Ubud is also comprised of healthy organic food markets. This time, Stephanie Brookes explores the
Opinion: Understanding Indonesia’s Business Culture
Adapting to a new work culture is often challenging. In Indonesia, there are certain rules of thumb that expats need to understand when settling in
Dinner Served on a Village Plate in Ubud
It is not easy to find great cooking classes to dig up more about traditional Balinese cuisine. Stephanie Brookes explores Village Plate, a community that
What it Really Means to Localize Your Business in Indonesia
Some founders looking to localize in Indonesia think it’s as easy as getting your PR manager to translate your website. This couldn’t be further from
88Spares: Taking Indonesia’s Textile Industry by Storm
Indonesia’s first B2B e-marketplace for industrial machine spare parts aims to broaden the horizons of the nation’s textile and garment industry. Caranissa Djatmiko sits down
How Indonesia Aims to Make Palm Oil Sustainable
Indonesia believes its ISPO standard for the palm oil industry, if enforced, could help cut back on environmental destruction. Meanwhile, the European Union makes its
Fake Diplomas Reflect Indonesia’s Broken Education System
With chop shops camouflaged as ?foreign-licensed? universities or ?economic institutes?, the demand for fake diplomas is growing in Indonesia.
West Sumatra Eyes Potential of Owl Agritourism
With thousands of majestic owls living in the area, a local environmental centre plans to develop a new agritourism concept in Nagari Koto Kaciak.
Officials Aim to Control the Overpopulation of Bali Hotels
The number of rooms in Bali does not match its number of visitors. Local groups push for all Bali hotels to meet certain criteria before
Despite Lesser Charges, Ahok May Still Face Prison
Although Jakarta?s gubernatorial election has finally ended, the fact remains that Ahok must still battle it out in court if he hopes to avoid prison.