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Stockpiles of raw nickel ore at a PT Sulawesi Resources laydown area in Morowali Regency, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia. Credit: Dimas Ardian/Bloomberg via Getty Images. China and Indonesia are both set to cut nickel output as producers look to limit losses from a drawn-out slump in market prices for the metal. The two nations, which together produce 70% of the world’s nickel supply, will likely reduce output by at least 100,000 tonnes (t) this year, Reuters reports. Traders and analysts said that further cuts could come if producers want to remove the surplus of nickel in the market and boost prices.…

“It has been delayed due to El Nino, but we want to immediately plant, plant, plant,” he said, standing next to newly-planted rice fields.Global rice supplies have tightened this year as El Nino, which typically causes hotter and drier weather in Southeast Asia, reduced output in major producing and consuming countries. Prices in Asia’s key export hubs have risen by as much as 45 per cent to their highest in 15 years after India, the world’s top supplier, restricted exports.Drought has delayed Indonesia’s planting for the 2024 harvest, after the country’s output this year dropped to 30.9 million metric tons…

Indonesia is expected to join the list of visa-free destinations for Indians very soon. As per the latest reports, a visa exemption for Indian tourists is in the works and is expected to be finalised by October. Indonesia is expected to join the list of visa-free destinations for Indians very soon. As per reports, the Southeast Asian country has stated that the work towards extending its visa exemption project is on track. Under this project, tourists from 20 countries, including India, will be allowed to enter Indonesia without a visa. As per an announcement made by Tourism Minister Sandiaga Uno,…

Fika Juliana Putri, a 19-year-old shopkeeper in East Jakarta, plans to vote in Indonesia’s presidential election next week for a once-feared former special forces commander. She likes him, she says, because he’s cuddly.A doe-eyed cartoon version of Gen. Prabowo Subianto – produced using generative AI – is emblazoned on billboards across Indonesia. It’s reproduced on sweatshirts and stickers, and featured prominently on #Prabowo-tagged posts that have some 19 billion views on TikTok.Prabowo is Indonesia’s defence minister. But on social media, his chubby-cheeked AI avatar makes Korean-style finger hearts and cradles his beloved cat, Bobby, to the delight of Gen Z…

Jakarta (ANTARA) – Indonesia needs to strengthen its underwater defence and security in the wake of the discovery of an Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV) belonging to a foreign nation deep inside its territorial waters, a top legislator said.”Any underwater drone and submarine of foreign countries cannot be at our sea without our government’s permission,” Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives (DPR), Azis Syamsuddin, said here on Friday.The Indonesian Foreign Ministry must lodge a protest with the country which owns the drone that was recently found by a fisherman near Selayar Island, South Sulawesi province, he added.The Foreign Ministry needs…

Home Blogs Best time to visit Indonesia – Weather, Climate, Temperature Posted on: Jul 9, 2024 | 3 mins | Written by: HDFC ERGO Team Indonesia, with its stunning islands, rich culture, and diverse landscapes, is a dream destination for many travellers. But when is the best time to visit this Southeast Asian gem? Whether you’re seeking sunny beaches, cultural festivals, or lush jungles, Indonesia has something for everyone, no matter the season. From being a perfect family destination with its array of kid-friendly activities to offering vibrant nightlife and adventure sports to enjoy with friends, Indonesia promises unforgettable experiences.…

Scientists have rediscovered a long-lost species of mammal described as having the spines of a hedgehog, the snout of an anteater and the feet of a mole, in Indonesia’s Cyclops Mountains more than 60 years after it was last recorded.Attenborough’s long-beaked echidna, named after British naturalist David Attenborough, was photographed for the first time by a trail camera on the last day of a four-week expedition led by Oxford University scientists. Having descended from the mountains at the end of the trip, biologist James Kempton found the images of the small creature walking through the forest undergrowth on the last…

Ambon, Maluku (ANTARA) – Indonesian warship KRI Raden Eddy Martadinata-331 would conduct border security operations in Eastern Indonesia, started from the waters of Maluku.The warship arrived in Ambon on Saturday morning and docked at the TNI AL Tawiri pier. KRI Raden Eddy Martadinata-331 entered the waters of Ambon Bay under a heavy rain and strong wind. Even so, the ship’s docking process went well.”In general, we will carry out security operations in Indonesian waters in areas bordering neighboring countries,” the warship commander Navy Colonel (P) Rasyid Al Hafiz said here on Saturday.The warship was named Raden Eddy Martadinata, a high-ranking…

Wednesday, April 10, 2024Reading Time: 2 minutesThe celebration of Eid al-Fitr which marks the conclusion of Ramadan, had a significant global impact on the travel and tourism sector. The holiday was observed with family gatherings, the wearing of new clothes, and the enjoyment of sweet delicacies.In Indonesia, which is one of the most populous Muslim country globally, a considerable part of the population participated in “mudik,” the traditional homecoming event. This phenomenon illustrates the profound cultural and emotional significance of such traditions, emphasizing the need for reconnection and rejuvenation.The travel for Eid al-Fitr involves not only a massive movement of…

This Insight is part of GNET’s Gender and Online Violent Extremism series in partnership with Monash Gender, Peace and Security Centre. This series aligns with the UN’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gendered Violence (25 November-10 December).In the digital age, terrorism has transformed into a concern that impacts both human and state security. This escalation is intrinsically linked to the rapid advancements in information technology, which have facilitated greater accessibility and affordability for terrorist operations. The social media era represents a notable distinction from the preceding era, characterised by bulletin and imageboards, email, and live chats. Social media has provided a platform for…