TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Tempo English compiled the top three news on Thursday, July 18, 2024. Here are the highlights: Elimination of High School Majors Part of Merdeka Curriculum in Indonesia, Education Ministry Says, Indonesia, UAE Ink 8 MoUs on Bilateral Cooperation During Jokowi’s Visit, and Best Times to Visit Bali for Your Optimal Holiday Delight.
The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:
1. Education Ministry: Elimination of High School Majors Part of Merdeka Curriculum in Indonesia
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The elimination of majors at high schools is a part of the Merdeka Curriculum implementation in Indonesia, according to the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology on Wednesday, July 17, 2024.
Head of the ministry’s Educational Standards, Curriculum, and Assessment Agency (BSKAP), Anindito Aditomo, said that the elimination of majors is aimed at making what students learn in schools more relevant to their study plans later.
2. Indonesia, UAE Ink 8 MoUs on Bilateral Cooperation During Jokowi’s Visit
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – President Joko Widodo or Jokowi’s visit to the United Arab Emirates, or UAE, resulted in several agreements on bilateral cooperation between both countries. However, there was no certainty regarding the anticipated investment for Indonesia’s Nusantara Capital City or IKN project.
The agreements were announced on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, during the bilateral meeting with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan (MBZ) at Qars al Watan in Abu Dhabi.
3. Best Times to Visit Bali for Your Optimal Holiday Delight
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Bali, notably known as the “Island of the Gods” is one of the best destinations for traveling with its enchanting natural beauty and lively atmosphere.
However, to guarantee a pleasant visit, you must time your chosen holiday activities with the appropriate seasons. As part of Indonesia, Bali only has two main seasons, dry and rainy seasons. The dry season in Bali lasts from April to October, while the rainy season starts in November all through March.
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