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Rights as Citizens: The Strife for Reconciliation of Indonesia’s Indigenous Communities

Grace SusetyoAugust 10, 2015August 4, 2017

by Grace SusetyoAugust 10, 2015August 4, 20170

With nearly 70 years of independence, Indonesia prides itself as a nation founded upon the sovereignty and self-determination of peoples who call the Nusantara archipelago

Observations

Development Vs Indigenous People and the Environment

Hans RooseboomAugust 10, 2015August 4, 2017

by Hans RooseboomAugust 10, 2015August 4, 20170

Over the past 50 years, the name of the region of Papua has been changed several times from Netherlands New Guinea to Irian Barat (West

Sports/Health

Persipura Jayapura’s Long Road to Success

Antony SuttonAugust 10, 2015August 4, 2017

by Antony SuttonAugust 10, 2015August 4, 20170

The Black Pearls overcome long flights and tiring transit times to become the best football club in the land. For cash-starved Indonesian football clubs, the

Scams in the City

It’ All About the Money

Kenneth YeungAugust 10, 2015August 4, 2017

by Kenneth YeungAugust 10, 2015August 4, 20170

President Joko Widodo came to power on promises to fight corruption and initiate a mental revolution, but scammers are still finding hundreds of people willing

History/Culture

The Big Apple and the Spice Islands

Martin JenkinsAugust 7, 2015August 4, 2017

by Martin JenkinsAugust 7, 2015August 4, 20170

For whatever reason, New York picked up the appellation ‘Big Apple’ – is it even appropriate? Unbeknownst to most people, and as a result of

Meet the Expats

Raja Ampat Dive Pioneers: Meet Burt Jones & Maurine Shimlock

Qraved TeamAugust 7, 2015August 4, 2017

by Qraved TeamAugust 7, 2015August 4, 20170

Throughout Indonesia and the wider diving world, Burt Jones and Maurine Shimlock are known as the people who put Raja Ampat’s dive sites on top

Food & Drink

Like Mamma Used to Make

Maximilian SurjadiAugust 7, 2015August 4, 2017

by Maximilian SurjadiAugust 7, 2015August 4, 20170

In Italy, a cantina is a kind of cellar found below most private residences, where the household’s wine, cured meats, cheese and pantry staples are

Meet the Expats

A Modern Day Robinson Crusoe: Meet Max Ammer

Angela JelitaAugust 7, 2015August 4, 2017

by Angela JelitaAugust 7, 2015August 4, 20170

Dutch-born Max Ammer first visited Indonesia when he was 29 and not long after made Raja Ampat his permanent residence. Running two dive resorts and

Business Profile

Born to Ride: PT GO-JEK Indonesia

Angela JelitaAugust 7, 2015August 4, 2017

by Angela JelitaAugust 7, 2015August 4, 20170

GO-JEK, the army of green-helmeted motorbike taxis that has taken over the streets of Jakarta, Surabaya, Bandung and Bali, provides fast transportation and delivery services

Business/Property Featured

Concerns Loom Over Feasibility of Papua Mega Agriculture Project

Indonesia ExpatAugust 7, 2015April 10, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatAugust 7, 2015April 10, 20230

Experts say Jokowi’s grand rice harvest plan for Papua will fail, as it would require the Government to round up US$2.9 billion and fly in

Featured

No Way Out

Kenneth YeungAugust 7, 2015August 4, 2017

by Kenneth YeungAugust 7, 2015August 4, 20170

Papua’s abundant natural resources are a blessing and a curse. As the Indonesian military’s last remaining place to quash rebellion, there is unlikely to be

Observations

Jakarta, Rattle and Roll

Daniel PopeJuly 13, 2015May 1, 2021

by Daniel PopeJuly 13, 2015May 1, 20210

Not long ago, I watched Dawn of The Planet of the Apes in 4-D at a Blitzmegaplex cinema complex in Jakarta. Strapped into a seat

Comedy

Nothing New

Eamonn SadlerJuly 13, 2015August 4, 2017

by Eamonn SadlerJuly 13, 2015August 4, 20170

When I went to Istanbul recently, I was eager to submit to the full tourist experience and immerse myself completely in the city’s ancient and

Conservation

Lombok’ Clean Up Hero

Indonesia ExpatJuly 13, 2015June 11, 2024

by Indonesia ExpatJuly 13, 2015June 11, 20240

Gavin Edward Birch rose earlier than the sunrise. He loved staring at the horizon, that thin line between the sky and the sea, witnessing the

Conservation

Keeping Lombok Clean

Remko TanisJuly 13, 2015August 4, 2017

by Remko TanisJuly 13, 2015August 4, 20170

Lombok Eco Development formed the NGO Keep Lombok Clean as a way of thanking Lombok for its warm hospitality and smiles, working with different local

Sports/Health

Hiking Gunung Tambora: Celebrating 200 Years Since the Eruption that Shook the World

Putranto AllianceJuly 13, 2015August 4, 2017

by Putranto AllianceJuly 13, 2015August 4, 20170

Two hundred years ago a volcano violently erupted on the island of Sumbawa, sending molten rock 40km into the sky – the most powerful eruption

Scams in the City

What Price Glory?

Kenneth YeungJuly 13, 2015August 4, 2017

by Kenneth YeungJuly 13, 2015August 4, 201711

It’s official. Batam City, the polluted playground for neighbouring Singaporeans seeking sex, is the best, most attractive and smartest city in the world. So says

Meet the Expats

Paddling Paradise: Meet Grace Ariens and Astrid Gordijn

Remko TanisJuly 13, 2015August 4, 2017

by Remko TanisJuly 13, 2015August 4, 20170

Grace Ariens and Astrid Gordijn are a Dutch pair who followed their hearts to create the simple yet elegant Karma Kayak Bungalows and Restaurant in

Travel

North Lombok – Heading for the Mountains

Stephanie BrookesJuly 13, 2015June 13, 2024

by Stephanie BrookesJuly 13, 2015June 13, 20240

North Lombok combines a stunning coastline, beautiful terraced rice fields under the shadow of Mt. Rinjani and a traditional culture that holds strong to its

History/Culture

West of the South-Eastern Islands

Hans RooseboomJuly 10, 2015August 4, 2017

by Hans RooseboomJuly 10, 2015August 4, 20170

Nusa Tenggara Barat (NTB) is one of Indonesia’s 34 provinces. Wedged between Bali and the tiny island of Komodo, it is trying to carve itself

Meet the Expats

Striving for Excellence: Meet Charles Choi

Angela JelitaJuly 10, 2015December 20, 2017

by Angela JelitaJuly 10, 2015December 20, 20170

Charles Choi has a remarkable story in his hotelier career, advancing steadily from waiter and receptionist to the position of General Manager. A passionate leader,

Rights as Citizens: The Strife for Reconciliation of Indonesia’s Indigenous Communities

Development Vs Indigenous People and the Environment

Persipura Jayapura’s Long Road to Success

It’ All About the Money

The Big Apple and the Spice Islands

Raja Ampat Dive Pioneers: Meet Burt Jones & Maurine Shimlock

Like Mamma Used to Make

A Modern Day Robinson Crusoe: Meet Max Ammer

Concerns Loom Over Feasibility of Papua Mega Agriculture Project

No Way Out

Jakarta, Rattle and Roll

Nothing New

Lombok’ Clean Up Hero

Keeping Lombok Clean

Hiking Gunung Tambora: Celebrating 200 Years Since the Eruption that Shook the World

What Price Glory?

Paddling Paradise: Meet Grace Ariens and Astrid Gordijn

North Lombok – Heading for the Mountains

West of the South-Eastern Islands

Striving for Excellence: Meet Charles Choi

Minister Pandjaitan Defends Jokowi’ Aim to Have ‘Bules’ Running State-Owned Enterprises

10th Anniversary El Asador Kemang Promotion

Surabaya: PSBB Violators Can’t Extend Driver’s License for Six Months

Meet Thomas Tan

Embracing Vulnerability: Unlocking Emotional Growth and Self-Acceptance

Celebrate Jakarta’s 498th Anniversary in Style with the Betawi Festival at Pullman Jakarta Indonesia

Grand Hyatt Bali Redefines Extended Stays with Enhanced “Stay Longer, Save More” Package

Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach Celebrates 8th Anniversary Across Eight Neighbourhoods of Bali

Ten Recommended Padel Courts in Jakarta

Directorate General of Immigration Updates Visit Visa Regulations for Prospective Foreign Workers in Tryout Phase

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