Look inward for haj fixes: The Jakarta Post
Instead of looking to the Saudis for more sweeteners, the government must sort out all the recurring domestic problems that have marred the organization of the haj in the past.
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Reevaluating Indonesia’s air defence concept: A lesson from India-Pakistan conflict
The procurement of advanced fighters will only carry strategic value if the country is able to deploy them freely and effectively in its critical air zones.
Businesses defend age limit for job applications as Indonesian government plans to scrap them
Businesses note that some companies need age caps to simplify the hiring process, especially when there are large applicant pools.
OIC legislators rally for Palestine at Jakarta talks
Beyond Palestine and the war in Gaza, Mardani emphasised the significance of good governance and strong institutions as key to enhancing resilience in the face of global…
In Indonesia, thousands arrested in nationwide crackdown on gangs, street crime
According to the Indonesian Industrial Estates Association, rampant extortion by rogue mass organisations and thugs has cost industry players operating in Indonesia hundreds of…
Newly re-elected Australian PM Albanese to visit Jakarta after being sworn in
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Indonesian government defends tuberculosis vaccine trial in Indonesia
The clinical trials for a tuberculosis vaccine candidate developed with funding from the Gates Foundation are taking place in Indonesia under close monitoring by multiple national…
Indonesia considers WTO action over Malaysia’s anti-dumping duty
The move comes after Malaysia announced on Tuesday that it had imposed a five-year antidumping duty on imports of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) from Indonesia and China.
Indonesia calls on India, Pakistan to show restraint amid escalated conflict
The Foreign Ministry advises Indonesian nationals living in India and Pakistan to remain alert and avoid traveling to affected or potential target areas after Indian forces…
Industry, farmers in Indonesia lock horns on coconut export curb proposal to cool price
Farmers refused any export controls, saying that would trap them in a low-price environment and that current global commodity price surges provide a rare opportunity to maximize…