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Indonesia U-17 Automatically Qualifies for AFC Asian Cup 2026
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian U-17 national football team has secured a direct spot in the final round of the 2026 AFC U-17 Asia Cup. This achievement comes after Garuda Muda reached the quarter-finals in the 2025 edition of the tournament,...

Indonesia Mulls Regulations Requiring Ecommerce Firms To Collect Sales Tax
(MENAFN- Investor Brand Network) Indonesia is preparing to introduce a new policy that would require e-commerce platforms to collect and remit taxes on behalf of their sellers. The proposed regulation, expected to be announced as early as July...

Indonesia to help Sri Lankans in need
Indonesia has decided to help Sri Lankans in need using the funds collected from an Indonesian festival and bazaar held over the weekend. Indonesian Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Dewi Gustina Tobing, welcomed Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath...

12 Indonesians Return from Iran as Gov't Concludes First Evacuation Phase
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Twelve Indonesian citizens evacuated from Iran have arrived safely in Jakarta on Monday, June 30, 2025. They traveled via the Baku–Doha–Jakarta route, accompanied by a liaison officer. “On June 30, 2025, 12 evacuees and 1...

Attacking nuclear sites crosses a line: Indonesia’s moral warning to the world
When Indonesia’s Foreign Minister, Sugiono, addressed the emergency summit of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Istanbul last week, his message was brief but unequivocal: “Under no justification can any party deliberately target...

Residents celebrate after winning years-long battle against global fashion supplier: 'We are living in peace now'
Birds are nesting again, cicadas are singing loudly at night, and people are finally breathing clean air. After years of fighting, the residents of Sukoharjo, Indonesia, have achieved a major victory — not just for their community, but also for...

Research Report on China-Indonesia Mangrove Protection under the Belt and Road Initiative Based on Enterprise Practices Released
BEIJING, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On June 30, the Research Report on China-Indonesia Mangrove Protection under the Belt and Road Initiative: Case Studies and Insights Based on Corporate Practices […] BEIJING, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On June...

Who is Merince Kogoya? Miss Indonesia 2025 contestant kicked out amid outcry over pro-Israel video
Miss Indonesia 2025 contestant Merince Kogoya's two year-old video about endorsing Israel reappeared on social media, leading to her disqualification. Miss Indonesia contestant Merince Kogoya was disqualified after a two-year-old video endorsing...
World : Indonesia Eases Regulation On Franchising Businesses
JAKARTA, July 1 (Bernama-Xinhua) -- Indonesia has eased registration requirements for companies seeking to franchise their businesses, aiming to streamline the process, Xinhua reported. The modified rules are stipulated in the 2025 Ministerial...
Indonesian young lifters aim for medals at 2025 Asian Youth & Junior Championships
JAKARTA, July 1 (Xinhua) -- Indonesian young lifters are eyeing medals at the 2025 Asian Youth & Junior Weightlifting Championships, which will take place in Astana, Kazakhstan from July 4 to 10, according to the All Indonesia Weightlifting...

Miss Indonesia disqualifies contestant over pro-Israel video
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Indonesia expresses interest in Ghana’s renewable energy sector
The Republic of Indonesia has expressed a strong commitment to investing in Ghana’s energy sector development through innovative and sustainable technologies. To this end, it has indicated its readiness to establish a renewable energy plant with...

digicult 'Report 1 shop, another 10 appear': Hoyofest artists on copyright struggles
They spend days in front of their digital canvas, drawing a character, and finally bringing it to life. But once they post their creations online, they are shocked to find that their labour of love is blatantly plagiarised, and are used on flimsy...
The Dangers in My Heart Theatrical Film Coming February 2026, New Teaser Visual & PV Released
Tokyo, Japan (Monday, June 30, 2025): TV Asahi is thrilled to announce the award-winning The Dangers in My Heart Japanese theatrical release is announced for February 13, 2026 (Friday)! The international release will be revealed at a later date....
Tech in Asia Indonesia to streamline operations, wind down its Bahasa Indonesia website
The closure of Tech in Asia Indonesia’s local language publication will be effective on July 15.PHOTO: TIA SINGAPORE – Regional tech news publication Tech in Asia (TIA) is winding down its Indonesia product, it announced on July 1. The closure of...

KPI studies China broadcasting rules, new media supervision
Beijing (ANTARA) - Amid the ongoing revision of Law No. 32 of 2002 on Broadcasting, officials from the Broadcasting Commission of Indonesia (KPI) visited Beijing and Shanghai to gain insights into China’s broadcasting regulations. “This is our...

Celebrating 75 Years of Diplomatic Relations, Danish Embassy Holds Ballet Performance in Jakarta
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Embassy of Denmark in Jakarta, Indonesia, hosted a ballet performance entitled "Bournonville Celebration" to commemorate 75 years of diplomatic relations with Indonesia at Usmar Ismail Hall, South Jakarta, on Monday, June...

India, Indonesia explore deeper economic ties
With a combined GDP of approx $ 8.3 trillion and almost 60% of populations below the age of 35, India and Indonesia are sensing a vast potential for bilateral trade and cooperation by Sarjana Sharma With a combined GDP of approximately $ 8.3...

Prabowo Urges Indonesian Police to Empathize with People's Struggles
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - President Prabowo Subianto called upon the Indonesian police to deeply connect with the people and understand their struggles. He delivered this message during the 79th anniversary of the Indonesian National Police (Polri) at...

Agency CEO Says Danantara Will Help Indonesia Achieve 8% Economic Growth
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - President Prabowo Subianto inaugurated the new office for Danantara Investment Management Agency at Jalan Gatot Subroto Kav. 36-38, South Jakarta, on Monday, June 30, 2025 On this occasion, Danantara CEO Rosan Roeslani said the...