Asia Indonesia A mega-earthquake could hit Indonesia in the future, warned a researcher at the Geological Disaster Research Centre of the National Agency for Research and Innovation, but reminded that 'claims about the exact date of the earthquake are false'
Asia Indonesia The 79th anniversary of independence was celebrated with a parade and ceremony in Nusantara, the new capital, even though the work to build it has not yet been completed: the celebrations took place amidst construction sites
Asia Indonesia Amnesty has been granted to 176.984 people, between prisoners and children in conflict with the law, on the occasion of the commemoration of the 79th anniversary of Indonesia's Independence Day
Asia Indonesia The Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy has made available 10 shares of scholarships for residents of Natuna, Riau Islands, to pursue higher studies at the country's Tourism Polytechnics
Asia Indonesia 70.000 water pumps will be delivered to Indonesian regions by September 2024 to ensure that agricultural productivity remains stable and anticipate a potential long drought, according to plans by the Ministry of Agriculture
Asia Indonesia The central government intends to implement the direct assistance programme for farmers in 2026, part of the transformation to increase national food security; the will mechanism will be tested next year
Asia Indonesia In an attempt to increase tourist visits and stimulate the economy, Indonesia is planning to offer free entry visas to travellers from 20 countries, including India, China, Australia, US, UK and Russia
Asia Indonesia The development of microalgae biotechnology to create high-value products is being supported by the Minister of Industry; microalgae have high development potential given the country's favourable environmental conditions
Asia Indonesia Flights will be added to the Capital City of Nusantara in East Kalimantan to support the celebration of Indonesian Independence Day on 17 August 2024, assured Transport Minister Budi Karya Sumadi
Asia Indonesia Over the past three years, Indonesia has faced a 'pornography emergency', revealed the chairman of the Indonesian Child Protection Commission, Ai Maryati, stating that child pornography is also widespread at the interstate level
Asia Indonesia The government will build 335 earthquake-resistant houses for families badly affected by the recent cold lava eruption of Mount Marapi, the National Disaster Mitigation Agency assured
Asia Indonesia The country's commitment to the empowerment of women and girls in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics has been emphasised by the Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection
Asia Indonesia The construction of the double track railway at Joglo Junction in Solo, Central Java, which will be Indonesia's longest elevated railway, is proceeding and is now expected to be completed by September 2024 relieving traffic at the intersection