Why has it been so difficult to create smoke-free areas in Indonesia? The answer lies in the way laws are made
Indonesia's Ministry of Health estimated to have 69.1 million smokers, the third largest number in the world behind only China and India.
Sat Feb 17 2024
Indonesia fire burns 15 hectares of landfill, still rages
West Java Governor Ridwan Kamil has said the fire was ignited by a cigarette that was thrown on the ground.
Fri Aug 25 2023
Indonesian rescue workers race to find victims trapped by deadly quake
Authorities were operating "under the assumption that the number of injured and death will rise with time", police said.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Indonesia quake kills over 160, search for survivors continues
West Java governor Ridwan Kamil said 162 people had been killed and 326 were injured.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Swiss police recover body of Indonesian governor's son
Swiss police have announced a tragic end to the search for West Java's Governor Ridwan Kamil's eldest son, Emmeril Khan.
Fri Jun 10 2022
Indonesian cleric turns himself in for COVID-19 violations
He was accused of inciting people to breach pandemic restrictions by holding events with large crowds.
Sat Dec 12 2020
Ceritalah ASEAN - West Java: An electoral bellwether?
In the years since his inauguration, Jokowi has devoted time and energy to West Java - visiting it more than any part of the republic, including his home province of Central Java.
Thu Jun 28 2018
PKR unaffected by leaders in Sabah to quit party - Mohamed Azmin
The decision by Datuk Seri Lajim Ukim to quit as Sabah PKR chairman will not affect the strength of the coalition in the state.
Wed Oct 05 2016
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024