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POLITICSAug 28Indonesians march on parliament to demand crackdown on corruptionThousands of Indonesians demand harsher penalties for corruption during protests outside parliament in Jakarta.Al Jazeera [en]
DISASTERAug 27Al Jazeera reporter witnesses wildfire smoke toll on kids inside IndonesiaAl Jazeera’s Jessica Washington reports from an Indonesian clinic treating children struggling to breathe amid wildfiresAl Jazeera [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 27Wildfires on Indonesia’s Borneo island turn the air toxicAl Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSAug 26How pangasius farming kept an entire Indonesian community afloatPangasius farming has been instrumental in sustaining an entire community in Indonesia. This highlights the positive economic and social impact of a specific aquaculture industry.thefishsite.com · United States
DISASTERAug 26Indonesia opens its skies to Malaysian rainmakers as haze crisis deepensIndonesia has allowed Malaysian "rainmakers" access to its airspace as a haze crisis intensifies. This represents international cooperation to mitigate a significant environmental disaster.scmp.com · China
DISASTERAug 26Haze from El Niño-fuelled wildfires threatens health of millions in Indonesia, ministry warnsFires between January and July burned more than 200,000 hectares of land, an area three times the size of the capital Jakarta, the government said last week.EuroNews [en]
DISASTERAug 26Indonesia opens its skies to Malaysian rainmakers as haze crisis deepensIndonesia and Malaysia have agreed to share the skies amid a haze crisis that has closed nearly 600 Malaysian schools and erased much of the Kuala Lumpur skyline from view. The Petronas Twin Towers, usually visible for miles around, have been swallowed by a grey shroud as wildfires that continue to rage across Indonesia’s Sumatra and Kalimantan on the island of Borneo. Authorities from both countries are coordinating operations along their shared Bornean border, with Malaysia’s environment...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 26How AFL is being used to boost Indonesian relationsAustralian Rules Football (AFL) is reportedly being utilized as a tool to enhance diplomatic relations with Indonesia. This illustrates the use of cultural activities in international diplomacy.bunburymail.com.au · Australia
POLITICSAug 26How AFL is being used to boost Indonesian relationsThis article explores how the Australian Football League (AFL) is being utilized as a tool to enhance relations with Indonesia. It examines the diplomatic and cultural impact of this sporting connection.goulburnpost.com.au · Australia
POLITICSAug 26How AFL is being used to boost Indonesian relationsAustralian Rules Football (AFL) is being utilized to enhance diplomatic relations with Indonesia. This highlights the role of cultural exchange in international diplomacy.lithgowmercury.com.au · Australia
BUSINESSAug 26'Too much too quickly': Indonesia's growth ambitions questioned by economistsIndonesia has set an ambitious growth target, but economists aren't sure it can get there while keeping the deficit in check.CNBC
DISASTERAug 25Indonesia battles haze as wildfires rage across South Sumatra forestsAl Jazeera [en]
DISASTERAug 25Indonesian Muslims brave choking smoke to pray for rain as country battles wildfiresEuroNews [en]
DISASTERAug 25As toxic haze spreads, can Indonesia make land-burners pay?South China Morning Post
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 25Indonesians brave choking smoke to pray for rain as country battles wildfiresNPR News
DISASTERAug 24Malaysia says Indonesia to open airspace for cloud seeding to tackle hazeMalaysia has announced that Indonesia will grant access to its airspace for cloud seeding operations, which aim to address the regional haze.scmp.com · China
WORLDAug 24Malaysia says Indonesia to open airspace for cloud seeding to tackle hazeIndonesia has given Malaysian agencies ⁠official permission ⁠to enter its ⁠airspace to conduct cloud seeding operations, Malaysia’s environment minister has said, part of both countries’ efforts to combat the haze blanketing the region. Indonesia has been stepping ‌up efforts to slow the spread of haze caused by forest and land fires across several provinces, which this month led to dozens of school closures, including in neighbouring Malaysia. Malaysia’s national disaster management agency and...South China Morning Post
DISASTERAug 24Indonesian police probe wildfires as arson cases | The Arkansas Democrat - GazettePolice in Indonesia are investigating wildfires as potential arson cases. This suggests possible criminal activity behind environmental disasters.arkansasonline.com · United States
MILITARYAug 24The five pillars to transmute Indonesia - US defense partnership - AcademiaThe article analyzes the five pillars to enhance the Indonesia-US defense partnership. This piece likely explores strategic collaboration between the two nations.thejakartapost.com · Indonesia
DISASTERAug 24Indonesia ramps up fight against Kalimantan wildfires as President Prabowo visits affected areasasianews.network · China
BUSINESSAug 24Jakartans disinclined about Indonesian Credit CardResidents of Jakarta are reportedly disinclined towards using the Indonesian Credit Card. This indicates potential challenges or preferences regarding a financial product in a key market.asianews.network · China
BUSINESSAug 24Indonesia takes on Malaysia in battle over palm oil pricingIndonesia produces and exports more palm oil than any other country, but when it comes to setting the price, it still plays second fiddle to Malaysia. President Prabowo Subianto wants to change that. On August 14, he announced a new exchange for commodities including palm oil, nickel and coal, targeted to begin operations on January 1. But analysts say dominance in physical supply does not automatically translate into pricing power. Jakarta’s move to set new benchmarks may not be enough to...South China Morning Post
DISASTERAug 23Indonesian police arrest 72 people on suspicion of starting forest firesIndonesian police have arrested 72 individuals suspected of starting forest fires. This indicates a law enforcement response to human-caused environmental damage.abc.net.au · Australia
DISASTERAug 23Indonesia stepping up effort to control Kalimantan firesIndonesia is increasing its efforts to control ongoing fires in Kalimantan. This indicates a significant environmental challenge requiring intensified action to mitigate its impact.freemalaysiatoday.com · Malaysia