What to Watch Out for When Renting Property in Indonesia
While buying a house remains every person’s ultimate life dream, the ever-increasing prices of real estate globally are pushing more people to settle with renting
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Atta Boy, Attarine!
It’s been hard to find a decent casual restaurant that serves food with a bit of finesse. Whether it’s a western-style bistro or an Asian-style
Government Further Limits Expat Jobs in Construction
A revised law increases the barrier to entry for foreign construction workers in Indonesia. Expats may now only fill certain roles in a given project.
E-KTP: One Identification Card, Big-time Corruption
Back in October, Fikrul Hanif, a history professor at a teacher’s college in Padang, West Sumatra, trudged to his local district office to renew his
An Investor’ Guide: How to Minimize Risk in Indonesia
For global investors, there is a whole host of issues that make Indonesia seem like a risky bet. The country has a growing but still
Foreigners Robbed, Bali Crime Stats Gain Attention
Two Germans were robbed in Bali, as crime on the island continues to rise. Foreigners are advised to take precaution. Here are the stats you
West Borneo Named as Hot Spot for International Narcotics Trade
The National Anti Narcotics Agency recently stated that West Borneo is now a hub for the region’s international narcotics trade. The strategic location of the
Suicide Stats In Focus Following Japanese Expat’ Death
The Japanese manager of a well-known girl band JKT48 committed suicide not long after a similar but unrelated incident took place on Facebook Live.
Here’s Why Expats in Jakarta Love Living in Kemang
Over the years Kemang has become a hub for trendy locals and expats alike. Here's why many foreigners move to this upscale neighbourhood in South
Tax Amnesty is Spurring Locals to Shop for Overseas Property
Indonesia?s tax amnesty policy is helping foreign property developers attract more interest from locals looking to buy property overseas.
8 Nightclubs in Jakarta and Bali That Foreigners Will Love
Some locals advise not to spend too many ?days? in the nightclubs. Expats won?t know what this means until they check out these 8 spots
Foreigners Accused of Embezzling on Batam Flee Indonesia
Three businessmen from China-based Sinopec Group?s oil and gas project on Batam fled the country after being accused of criminal embezzlement.
Here’ Why More Expats Are Visiting Savana Ollon in Toraja
Toraja is becoming more popular for tourism. It just developed a fresh spot called Savana Ollon, a new camping area that foreigners in Indonesia may
Indonesia To Penalize Cruise Liner for Raja Ampat Accident
The amount of money that Noble Caledonia would need to pay could be anywhere between US$10 million and US$16 million.
Expats Urged to Keep Kids Safe in Light of Samarinda Rape
Gang rape in Samarinda has grabbed headlines. Authorities exposed an online pedophile ring. Here?s how expats in Indonesia can protect their kids.
Homes For Expats in Jakarta May Get More Costly Due to MRT
The Jakarta Provincial Government predicts that the city’s MRT project will end up raising property taxes by up to 30 percent in the areas where
Indonesia Transfers American Drug Trafficker To Execution Island
A convicted American drug dealer has been transferred to Nusa Kambangan. The foreigner has been sentenced to death in Indonesia.
Dear Taxpayer, Big Brother is Taking Action (Advertorial)
We highlighted several examples of letters sent by the Tax Office to dearest taxpayers in our previous installment of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Tax
Sporting a Change
The “sport for development” sector is comprised of initiatives that address a wide range of social issues. In Indonesia, the football community Uni Papua serves
Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Healthcare
Oh, East is East and West is West, and never the twain shall meet. Who hasn’t heard and probably used this first line of Kipling’s
Taman Daun: The Whale Hunter’s Library and Art Space
As I first lay eyes on Taman Daun, I had to ask myself, “Where am I?” Having spent the past three months wandering through the