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WORLD1d agoMost Malaysians held for drug crimes abroad detained in Indonesia, ChinaThe number of Malaysians detained overseas for drug-related offences increased to 1,588 as of September this year, according to Deputy Foreign Minister Lukanisman Awang Sauni. Lukanisman said the five countries with the highest numbers of Malaysians detained were Indonesia (381), China (380), Singapore (310), Thailand (102) and Japan (72). He said increasingly sophisticated drug-smuggling methods had contributed to the frequent arrests of Malaysians overseas. “A total of 1,181 Malaysians were...South China Morning Post
WORLD2d agoSingapore, Indonesia Ready to Address Bilateral Issues Including Haze, Minister SaysFor several weeks tension between the two neighbors has been growing over a range of issues including transboundary haze and energy supplies.The Diplomat
WORLD3d agoIndonesian Court Jails 11 For Abusing Toddlers At Daycare CentrePolice had arrested the workers, all women, in April along with the principal of the facility and the head of the foundation that ran it. The post Indonesian Court Jails 11 For Abusing Toddlers At Daycare Centre appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WORLD6d agoThe week in pictures: Protests across France, wildfires in Indonesia and Brazilian electionsFrom student protests across France over the weekend and presidential elections in Brazil pitting leftist incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva against right-wing challenger Flavio Bolsonaro to wildfires in Indonesia, FRANCE 24 looks back at some of the most striking images from the past week.France 24 [en]
WORLD6d agoMalaysian-owned tanker carrying US$14 million in ketamine seized in IndonesiaThe tanker detained by Indonesian authorities that was used in an attempt to smuggle 1.16 tonnes of ketamine is owned by a Malaysian-registered company. Bukit Aman Narcotics Crime Investigation Department director Hussein Omar Khan said the two directors of the company that owns the MT Global 168 are Malaysians. He said the company’s office is located in Johor Bahru, Malaysia’s Johor state. According to Hussein, the tanker had previously applied for registration under the Malaysian flag but had...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 23Indonesia seizes more than a tonne of ketamine from tankerIndonesian authorities seized 1.16 tonnes of ketamine from a Malaysian vessel in the Strait of Malacca.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLDOct 22Prabowo warns regional critics Indonesia won’t be ‘insulted’ over hazeIndonesia’s president railed against “countries that like to insult” his nation over wildfires that have razed vast areas, spewing toxic haze into neighbouring countries. The Southeast Asian giant has for months struggled to contain fires that Nusantara Atlas, an independent monitor analysing satellite data, said had consumed more than 1.9 million hectares (4.7 million acres) in the nine months to September. The haze has sent air pollution levels surging to dangerous levels not only at home, but...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 20Calls to sue Indonesia over haze; Pinduoduo craze sweeps Malaysia: 7 Asia highlightsWe have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. ‘Forgive us’: Indonesians urge Singapore, Malaysia to sue Jakarta over haze Many Indonesians are urging foreign governments on social media, including those of neighbouring countries affected by the haze, to take action against Jakarta over its handling of the fires. 2....South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 17Shunned in the West, Ye hands Indonesia a rare mega-tour coupTaylor Swift and Lady Gaga each chose Singapore as their only Southeast Asian stop on recent world tours. Fellow American singer Olivia Rodrigo played Thailand and the Philippines, but likewise skipped Indonesia. Next weekend, however, Jakarta is finally getting the big international headline act it has been craving – in the form of Ye. The controversial American rapper, formerly known as Kanye West, is set to play Indonesia’s capital next Saturday, marking the only Southeast Asian appearance on...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 16Extreme Poverty Has Plummeted in Indonesia“Some might assume that China is the only reason why global extreme poverty has declined. But that’s wrong: many countries have seen dramatic reductions in poverty, too. Indonesia is one clear example; it’s shown alongside China on the chart. In 1984, 86% of Indonesians lived on less than $3 per day. By 2025, this had […] The post Extreme Poverty Has Plummeted in Indonesia appeared first on Human Progress.Human Progress
WORLDOct 14Bali tipping row: call for Indonesian tourists to pay up triggers backlashA debate over tipping culture has erupted across the Indonesian resort island of Bali and beyond, triggered by a politician’s unfavourable comparison of domestic and foreign tourists. In a social media video, I Gusti Arya Wedakarna urged domestic tourists to “normalise giving tips in touristy places”, which he said was part of the island’s “ethics”. “Perhaps that’s the psychological reason why Balinese people are more excited about serving foreigners,” said Wedakarna, an Indonesian Regional...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 14Nigerians warned against relocating to Indonesia without business plansNigerians seeking greener pastures in Indonesia have been advised to invest in their home country rather than relocate without viable business plans, as employment opportunities for foreigners are limited and setting up businesses requires substantial capital. The Charge d’Affaires ad interim of the Nigerian Embassy in Jakarta, Eze Nduka, gave the advice while speaking to […] The post Nigerians warned against relocating to Indonesia without business plans appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDOct 12Help Indonesia fight haze but don’t let plantation owners escape accountabilityFROM TAN GIM TUAN, MCA Urban Affairs Bureau chairman, MCA Selangor Liaison Committee deputy chairmanthestar_my · malaysia
WORLDOct 11Marco Bezzecchi wins in Indonesia as Martin takes MotoGP leadBezzecchi's win, the 300th victory for an Italian in MotoGP, also kept his faint championship ​hopes alive.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLDOct 8Teacher who sexually abused pupil back in Indonesia jail after BBC investigationMochamad Subchi Azal Tsani had been secretly released on parole in 2025, after serving less than half his sentence.BBC World
WORLDOct 567,000 Tickets Sold Out for Indonesia-Thailand FIFA ASEAN Cup FinalIndonesia will face Thailand for the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup title before a packed GBK on Monday night.tempo · indonesia
WORLDSep 29Singapore or bust: how Indonesian student’s crowdfunding plea shows degree of desirabilityFor 28-year-old Indonesian professional Evelyn Clarissa Siregar, asking strangers to help fund her MBA in Singapore was a gamble: she knew the request was unconventional but hoped putting her dream out in public might open a door. Instead, her appeal for more than S$100,000 (US$78,000) to fund her business programme at Singapore Management University (SMU) drew fierce online criticism, with some labelling her entitled and questioning her plans. “I never expected the backlash to become this big,”...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 29Indonesian prison chief suspended over secret VIP compound for inmatesThe governor of an Indonesian prison has been suspended after authorities uncovered a suspected luxury compound for VIP inmates within the grounds, prompting a parliamentary inquiry. However, Director General of Corrections Mashudi denied the accusations during a House of Representatives commission hearing on Monday. Cibinong Prison in Bogor, West Java, came under investigation after inspectors from the Ombudsman’s office discovered a fenced-off compound behind the prison chief’s house during a...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 18Window-blocked rooms, cruel threats... The inside story of a fraud case based in IndonesiaAn investigation reveals the inner workings of a fraud case based in Indonesia, characterized by forced confinement and harsh intimidation tactics. This highlights a significant criminal operation with potential human rights concerns.Asahi Shimbun
WORLDSep 11Indonesia steps in to save baby orangutans found motherless at Indian forestIndonesian authorities are working to repatriate five baby orangutans allegedly trafficked to India, where they were found motherless in a forest, Jakarta’s forestry ministry said on Friday. The critically endangered animals were found on Tuesday by rangers patrolling in the Balasore district of India’s eastern Odisha state. Authorities suspect the primates, known for their shaggy red fur, were trafficked into India, sparking a criminal investigation. The youngsters, estimated to be about...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 8Kagawa Prefectural Police arrest two suspects possibly involved in organized fraud based in IndonesiaAsahi Shimbun
WORLDSep 8No mass stranding of Indonesian passengers at Penang airportReports indicate that there was no large-scale stranding of Indonesian passengers at Penang airport. This clarifies a situation regarding travel logistics and passenger welfare.freemalaysiatoday.com · Malaysia
WORLDSep 8Flights to and from Indonesia capital resumeFlights connecting to and from Indonesia's capital have resumed operations. This indicates a return to normal air travel services for the region.illawarramercury.com.au · Australia
WORLDSep 5Indian Junior Men Team hammers Indonesia 14 - 0 for dominant start to AHF Junior Asia Cup title defenceThe Indian Junior Men's team achieved a dominant 14-0 victory against Indonesia at the start of their AHF Junior Asia Cup title defense. This reports a significant sports result in an international tournament.japanherald.com · Japan
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