Indonesia’s latest AI-generated earworm is an ode to its energy minister
Since mid-May, Mas Bahlil Ganteng – Indonesian for “Handsome Brother Bahlil” – has spread rapidly across TikTok, Instagram and WhatsApp groups, spawning dance videos,…
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‘Not showmanship’: Aide hits back at critics of Indonesia President Prabowo’s foreign trips
The detailed rebuttal marks the first time a senior government official has directly addressed criticism surrounding Mr Prabowo’s foreign travels, which has intensified as…
Jakarta crime fears rise, but rupiah slide keeps Singaporeans coming for shopping and food
Separate videos circulating online in recent months show armed motorcycle thieves brandishing what appear to be firearms in broad daylight in various parts of Jakarta.
Indonesia eyes Italian aircraft carrier, but analysts wonder if it risks becoming a ‘port queen’
What many will be watching now is not just the ship’s arrival, but also how Indonesia intends to use it, including how often it will sail, what aircraft it will carry, and…
Indonesia warns it will walk away from US President Trump’s Board of Peace if Palestine goals fail
Analysts suggest Mr Prabowo's outreach manages domestic sensitivities, but risks remain due to Israel's involvement and domestic scepticism.
Singapore among slowest-growing food delivery markets in ASEAN despite regional surge
Singapore's food delivery market grew 13% in 2025, reaching US$2.9 billion, slower than the Southeast Asian average of 18%.
In a fractured world, President Prabowo pitches Indonesia as a calm investment bet at WEF
Indonesia's economic credibility is underpinned by its history of honouring debts and its "global bright spot" status, according to the IMF.
ASEAN faces a tougher world but its diversity and resilience offer an edge: WEF panel
Even as Southeast Asia moves more slowly than it would like to, it often gives itself too hard a time and should capitalise on its diversity, neutrality, and growing resilience,…
Landmark Singapore-Indonesia deals took decades, leaders must keep trust-building going: Panel
Indonesia-Singapore ties deepened over decades of trust-building and personal networks, resulting in key agreements in 2022 covering defence, extradition and air traffic.
Malaysia to provide cash aid to Indonesian students affected by floods
Despite Indonesia declining foreign aid, Malaysia has sent medical supplies and China a search team as personal assistance to Aceh's Governor.