The 40th Trade Expo Indonesia Officially Closes with Record-Breaking Results

Minister of Trade Budi Santoso: Transactions Surpass Target, Reaching USD 22.80 Billion TANGERANG, Indonesia, Oct. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Minister of Trade Budi Santoso officially closed the 40th Trade Expo Indonesia (TEI) 2025 at the Indonesia...

Indonesia defiant after IOC calls for no events over Israeli gymnast ban

Indonesia vowed Thursday to play an "active role" in global sports after the IOC urged federations not to stage events there following the country's ban on Israeli gymnasts. The International Olympic Committee's executive board said Wednesday it...

Indonesia sets seven geothermal zones on Flores Island

Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara (ANTARA) - Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has designated seven geothermal working areas (WKP) across Flores Island in East Nusa Tenggara, with a combined potential capacity of 120 megawatts (MW)....

Indonesia defends decision to ban Israel gymnasts after IOC statement

JAKARTA :Indonesia understands the consequences of its decision to prevent Israeli gymnasts from participating in a world championship event held in Jakarta, its sports minister said on Thursday, adding that the move was also designed to maintain...

SA agri exports eye $29 billion Indonesian market

South Africa’s visit to Indonesia is key, and part of the broader agenda of strengthening friendships and firming up our export diversification approach. Indonesia remains one of the crucial markets for the expansion of our exports, particularly...

Indonesian government urges prudent AI use in public communication

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesian Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Nezar Patria has urged public relations professionals to adopt a cautious and ethical approach when using artificial intelligence (AI), emphasizing that human...

Indonesian sovereign wealth fund Danantara hires 2 executives from Singapore’s GIC

[JAKARTA] Indonesian sovereign wealth fund Danantara has hired two former GIC investment professionals to lead its global private market coverage, according to sources familiar with the matter. Daniel Lim and Weihan Wong have been appointed...

Indonesia’s Olympics bid on the line after blocking Israeli gymnasts

Singapore/Jakarta: Indonesia appears to have wrecked its chances of hosting the 2036 Olympic Games and may lose other sporting events after another decision to deny visas to Israeli athletes. Olympic gold medallist and reigning world champion...

Lula calls for local currency trade, stronger Brazil–Indonesia ties

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva advocated for more balanced and independent global trade through local currency settlement, including in bilateral trade with Indonesia. Speaking alongside President Prabowo Subianto...

Lula confirms 2026 presidential bid during visit to Indonesia

On Thursday (Oct. 23), Brazil and Indonesia signed a series of memoranda and cooperation agreements in various areas during President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s official visit to the Indonesian capital, Jakarta. In a statement to the press, the...

72 Indonesians Issued NTL Directive By AKPS

SEPANG, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- A total of 72 Indonesian citizens were prohibited from entering the country (Not To Land or NTL) after failing to comply with entry requirements during a screening operation conducted by the Border Control and...

Lula da Silva Confirms 2026 Reelection Bid During Visit to Indonesia

President Lula da Silva. X/ @98newsoficial October 23, 2025 Hour: 7:49 am During a visit to Indonesia on Thursday, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva confirmed that he will seek reelection in the October 2026 elections. RELATED: Brazil...

Bandung Spirit endures: Lula says world remains indebted to Indonesia

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva underscored the world’s enduring debt of gratitude to Indonesia for initiating the historic Bandung Conference—also known as the Asian-African Conference—70 years ago. In a joint...

Visa-Free Countries for Indonesian Passport Holders: 43 Nations in 2025

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - As the final quarter of 2025 approaches, many people are planning year-end holidays, often including trips abroad. However, Indonesian travelers need to understand that entry regulations vary by destination. Not all countries...

Indonesia Eyes Black Hawk Helicopters: What to Know About This Multi-Mission Aircraft

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin admitted to not being aware of the plan to purchase the Black Hawk main defense system helicopters from the United States. However, he stated that his ministry would comply with...

Indonesian Navy Plans to Test-Fire Homegrown Unmanned Submarine

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian Navy is set to conduct a test firing of its homegrown unmanned submarine during the last week of October 2025. Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin said the test-firing will take place at Navy Base II in...

Indonesian Defense Minister Speaks About Black Hawk Helicopter Purchase Plan

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin stated that he has not been informed about the plan to purchase the main defense equipment, the Black Hawk helicopter, from the United States. He mentioned that the Ministry of...

French Open 2025 Schedule: Ten Indonesian Shuttlers in Action Today

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Ten Indonesian badminton players are set to compete in the Round of 16 of the French Open 2025 on Thursday, October 23, starting at 03:00 PM Jakarta time (WIB). Two Indonesian men’s doubles pairs will face each other in an...

Indonesia’s apparel exports reach $5 bn; North America leads growth

6.1-magnitude quake strikes off Indonesia's Maluku, no tsunami risk

JAKARTA, Oct. 23 (Xinhua) -- A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck the sea southwest of Southeast Maluku Regency, Maluku Province, Indonesia, at 6:46 p.m. Jakarta time on Thursday, according to the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency...