Mathias Hariyadi

The island is strategically located with access to the Strait of Malacca. Residents of 16 local villages are refusing to relocate to make way for the venture, which would damage the cultural heritage of the indigenous Melayu ethnic group. This is not the first time that people's dissatisfaction has turned into violent acts against Chinese workers employed in the industrial hubs.

The 43rd summit of South East Asian countries closes today in Jakarta. The decision a response to the Burmese military coup and violence since February 2021. The US Vice-President and the Chinese Premier also attended, as well as state and government leaders. By 2045, the region will contribute 5.4% to global GDP. Jokowi: trust and cooperation.

The campaign to clean up political parties is a failure, “empty words” according to an anti-corruption activist. Dozens of people who spent time in prison for economic and financial offences are on party lists. This has sparked anger and protests among voters. For experts, the prospect of a low turnout is real.

Following the path traced by Fr. Taliano, of the Society of Divine Vocations originally from Naples, since 2018 three Indonesian confreres have moved to Ho Chi Minh City. On Aug. 19 the fruits: the pronouncement of first vows of 10 local seminarians. The Asian country is today a fruitful land of mission and vocations.

PM 2.5 level of 153 reached. On 13 August, it recorded the worst figure on a global scale. Among the causes were transport, industry, the energy sector and housing. President Jokowi dictates some 'guidelines' and dusts off the Covid-era remote work. Expert warns: more 'awareness' is needed among people.

The bishop of Surabaya passed away yesterday at the age of 69. He had been hospitalised for some time. One of his many initiatives was establishing a seminary, which, over the years, has played a major role in priestly training. Many fellow bishops remember the “Chinese” bishop for his zeal in financial matters.

Munarman , who is currently serving a three-year sentence, repeated the ritual words, swearing allegiance to the Indonesian state and Pancasila. In prison he followed a pilot project of deradicalisation, and helped improve it. His group was banned in December 2020 for terrorist and extremist activities.

The project will divert the Ciliwung River, reducing the impact of flooding by about 60 per cent. However, Indonesian President Joko Widodo noted that a lot of progress still had to be done to secure the city.

This year’s dry season was particularly intense and drought affected crops, authorities report. Six people have died since June. In the past 20 years, drought has struck six times. Experts warn that poor administration has exacerbated the situation in a province where separatist groups still demand independence from Indonesia.

Journalist and former seminarian, Trias Kuncahyono is preparing to begin his service after the appointment of President Joko Widodo, a reader and admirer of him. He has always strongly supported the need for politics to guide civil society towards a common good shared by all citizens.

The treasures had been looted from several Indonesia islands during the colonial period. Before the Dutch, several local kingdoms prospered. Dutch authorities hope to improve bilateral relations.

The aim is a greater presence in the country's peripheral areas and the strengthening of prevention and specialist medicine. But the opening up to foreign doctors and the possibility for patients to file malpractice claims is causing controversy.