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JAKARTA – Tech observers are keeping a close tab on Indonesia as it emerges as a destination for big tech investment, following the high-profile visits of two industry titans in recent weeks. On April 17, Apple chief executive Tim Cook visited the country, meeting Indonesian President Joko Widodo and hinting at how the iPhone maker could possibly start manufacturing there. Source link

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia’s ruling party on Wednesday named the nation’s top security minister as the running mate to the party’s presidential candidate in next year’s election in Southeast Asia’s largest democracy.Muhammad Mahfud will be seeking the vice presidency alongside the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle presidential hopeful Ganjar Pranowo, former Central Java governor.The announcement by PDIP chairwoman Megawati Sukarnoputri was attended by three leaders of PDIP’s partner parties for the February election and sets up a potential three-way race, with Pranowo expected to face former Jakarta Gov. Anies Baswedan and Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto.Baswedan choose his running mate…

Attachments Overview In 2022, Indonesia continued to recover from the devastating effects of COVID-19 on the economy, food security, livelihoods, and nutrition. However, the impact of natural hazards, climate change, and global inflation disrupted food systems, affecting the lives of those at risk of food insecurity, especially adolescent girls, and pregnant and lactating women. To address these, WFP engaged in policy dialogue and provided technical assistance to support the Government’s plan to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 2: Zero Hunger and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, as part of WFP’s Country Strategic Plan (CSP) 2021-2025. This entailed improving evidence-based…

In the Indonesian city of Semarang, where rapid urbanisation has led to an unsustainable dependency on cars, city leaders are focussed on creating reliable, efficient and affordable public transport, as well as cycling and walking networks. Arup, in conjunction with Kota Kita, collaborated on a research project which explores how the city can create a more sustainable transport network that will support economic growth as well as improving accessibility for the community. This week, the project team presented their findings to Semarang’s Acting Mayor, Ir. H. Hevearita G. Rahayu, M.Sos, and Owen Jenkins CMG the British Ambassador to Indonesia and Timor…

By Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar JAKARTA, May 7 (Bernama) — Indonesian President Joko Widodo is pushing for a transformation in the country’s technology sector, aiming to shift it from being a consumer to a producer, thus reducing dependence on foreign markets. Widodo, also known as Jokowi, envisions Indonesia playing a crucial role in the global tech supply chain, requiring bold innovations to keep pace with the rapid evolution of technology. “I’m grateful that we now have the Indonesia Digital Test House (IDTH), an international-standard testing centre, built at a cost of 980 billion rupiah (US$61 million) with modern equipment,” he…

Indonesia has urged countries worldwide to collaborate and unite to tackle potential international security risks. Speaking in the first plenary session of the Xiangshan Forum in Beijing on Monday, Indonesian Deputy Defense Minister M. Herindra said that all countries share a responsibility to support each other, especially during difficult times. “When we encounter obstacles or troubles, working together with unity and cooperation can alter our perspective toward a problem or dispute. Jointly, we establish a supportive and optimistic ambiance, promoting development and maintaining peaceful surroundings,” Herindra said at the forum, as quoted from a press release. Herindra was representing Defense…

Jakarta. Presidential candidate Prabowo Subianto will prioritize the development of cyber defense systems to protect crucial government data and information. To achieve this goal, Prabowo’s team proposes integrating cybersecurity education into schools and universities. “We have a concept known as DDNA (Device, Data, Network, and Application), in which we call for the independence and fortification of these aspects. We must reduce our dependence on foreign nations in these critical areas,” Vice Chairman of Prabowo’s campaign team, Budiman Sudjatmiko said on Sunday. Presidential candidates — Prabowo Subianto, Ganjar Pranowo, and Anies Baswedan — will take the stage once again for a debate…

The Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) is a new core diagnostic developed by the World Bank Group to support countries align climate actions with development ambitions. The report is developed using countries’ own stated targets, while elaborating needs and opportunities for affordably reaching those targets. The Indonesia CCDR analyzes how climate change and climate action are intertwined with the country’s growth and development.Building on Indonesia’s ongoing climate efforts and global commitments, the report elaborates options for managing the transition to a low carbon and climate resilient economy. The report models different land, energy, and fiscal policy strategies that Indonesia…

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesian Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy Sandiaga Uno invited travel agencies in China to increase their tour packages to Indonesia. He showed the rich tourism potential in Indonesia, such as a number of super-priority tourism destinations.”Apart from Bali, there are five super-priority tourism destinations in Indonesia, namely Borobudur, Lake Toba, Likupang, Labuan Bajo, and Mandalika,” he said when meeting with Chinese travel agents at the Andaz Xintiadi Hotel in Shanghai on Thursday, June 27, as quoted from an official statement. Sandiaga also presented Indonesia’s tourism and creative economy achievements to the international public. One of them is…

In the latest of a series of wins regarding its optical communication solutions, Ciena has signed a deal with Moby to provide residential connectivity services to subscribers in Calgary, the largest city in Alberta, Canada, and has seen Indonesian provider HSPnet launch high-capacity transmission routes across both underwater and land cables by its WaveLogic AI-powered platform.  An independent telecom provider and division of Western Fibre Communications, Moby designs, builds and operates its own dedicated fibre optic infrastructure to serve residential and business customers, stating that it is on a mission to redefine connectivity in the province. Through its residential arm, Moby provides internet,…