Reshuffle in the cards as Jokowi summons ministers
Rumours grew as the President summoned ministers for a discussion.
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Why Indonesia’s pet breeding businesses are controversial
From breeding typical domesticated animals such as cats to more exotic creatures like tortoises, the profession has made quite the bank over the years, especially now as people…
Thailand further decriminalizes non-recreational cannabis use
Thailand was among the first countries in Southeast Asia to start decriminalizing cannabis.
Indonesians and tourists celebrate the end of PCR testing for travel
Before the regulation was revoked, all international travelers had to provide physical or digital evidence of a polymerase chain reaction or an antigen test.
Another perspective about Singapore’s rejection of preacher Somad
The writer says people sometimes need to try to see problems from the perspective of people who are different from them.
Jokowi’s G-20 summit rescue mission to the White House
Jokowi is expected to concentrate on persuading his US counterpart to tone down his threat to boycott the Bali summit.
Thai national parks ban single-use plastics
The ban includes carrying plastic bags that are less than 36 microns, plastic food containers, cups, straws, and cutlery. Offenders can be fined up to 100,000 baht (US$3,000).
Myanmar’s democrats must be allowed to attend the UN Human Rights Council
The writers say the United Nations Human Rights Council has the oppurtunity to honor its human rights mission and responsibility to the people of Myanmar.
Jokowi’s G20 presidency
Indonesia’s legacy will be determined by its ability to make concrete and substantial progress in the G20.