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Malaysian Pilot Arrested for Carrying Ecstasy Pills and Methamphetamine at Soekarno-Hatta Airport

Indonesia ExpatJuly 31, 2026

by Indonesia ExpatJuly 31, 20260

A Malaysian pilot from a foreign airline, identified only by the initials MSO, was arrested by a joint team from...

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Dutch National Deported After Damaging Hotel Facilities in South Jakarta

24 Jul 2026 — The South Jakarta Immigration Office has deported a Dutch national with the initials TAV after he allegedly caused a disturbance while staying at a hotel in the Tendean area of Mampang Prapatan, South Jakarta. The circulating CCTV footage reportedly shows TAV damaging a water dispenser by kicking it. According to...

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Dutch National Deported After Damaging Hotel Facilities in South Jakarta

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Indonesian Ministry of Law Proposes Limited Dual Citizenship for Talented Diaspora

28 Jul 2026 — The Indonesian government has proposed introducing limited dual citizenship for talented members of the Indonesian diaspora whose expertise is considered vital to the national interest. The scheme is intended to retain the contributions of highly skilled diaspora members who are reluctant to renounce the citizenship of their host countries. According...

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Indonesian Ministry of Law Proposes Limited Dual Citizenship for Talented Diaspora

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Grand Hyatt Bali Celebrates a Historic Milestone While Honouring the People Behind Its Success

25 Jul 2026 — Grand Hyatt Bali proudly announces another landmark achievement, reaching a new record-breaking revenue milestone in 2026 following its highest-ever revenue performance in 2025. This marks the second consecutive year of historic growth and the strongest business performance in the resort’s history. This remarkable success reflects the continued trust and loyalty...

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Grand Hyatt Bali Celebrates a Historic Milestone While Honouring the People Behind Its Success

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Former Surabaya Zoo Director Detained on Suspicion of Rp10 Billion Budget Corruption

23 Jul 2026 — Investigators from the East Java High Prosecutor’s Office have detained the former President Director of Surabaya Zoo, Chairul Anwar, over an alleged corruption case involving Rp10 billion in funds. The arrest was made after investigators conducted an intensive interrogation of the suspect. In this case, Chairul Anwar is suspected of...

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Former Surabaya Zoo Director Detained on Suspicion of Rp10 Billion Budget Corruption

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Indonesia to Charge Rp75 Million for Foreign Naturalisation Under New Rules

20 Jul 2026 — The Indonesian government has officially introduced new fees for Indonesian citizens applying to relinquish their citizenship, as well as naturalisation fees for foreign nationals seeking Indonesian citizenship. Under Government Regulation Number 30 of 2026 concerning Types and Tariffs for Non-Tax State Revenue (Penerimaan Negara Bukan Pajak or PNBP), any Indonesian...

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