On 15 August 2026, a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Flores, causing 103 deaths and leaving over 82,000 people displaced. Relief efforts in the affected areas have been co-ordinated, providing medical assistance, psychosocial support and essential supplies. Indonesian bishops have praised the organisation for its prompt response.
Shipping traffic in the Straits of Malacca targeted by terrorism
Golkar and Megawati: a marriage of convenience to win the presidency
Inflation is expected to rise whilst economic development should slow down; China, India, and Thailand on the worst-case list.
Security has improved whilst trial of those responsible in April violence continues.
According to former general 5 million ballots are missing. Susilo-Megawati run-off now in doubt.
Treason trial opens in Indonesia's restive Maluku
Explosion in Election Commission Headquarters cause little damage
Christians and Muslims against law regulating places of worship construction
One child in four is not registered at birth
Gunmen attack Indonesian church, kill minister
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