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More Green Facility Groundbreaking in Nusantara as Investors Are Optimistic

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Friday, December 22, 2023

The fourth wave of construction is underway amid ongoing infrastructure development in Indonesia's new capital city Nusantara, in East Kalimantan.

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  • The fourth wave of construction is underway amid ongoing infrastructure development in Indonesia's new capital city Nusantara, in East Kalimantan.
  • The President also inaugurated the first stone laying at the Central General Hospital (RSUP), opening construction in the Nusantara Superblock.
  • One of the prominent green projects is the five-star Hotel Nusantara, which has progressed by 34 percent to date.
  • The Indonesian government also opens its doors to foreign investors who want to invest in Nusantara.

Indonesia and Japan Forge Deals in Energy and Transportation Support

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

JAKARTA, Dec 20, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - During his visit to Japan, Indonesian President Joko Widodo obtained support in several sectors, including energy, transportation, and the economy.

Key Points: 
  • JAKARTA, Dec 20, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - During his visit to Japan, Indonesian President Joko Widodo obtained support in several sectors, including energy, transportation, and the economy.
  • During Monday's inaugural AZEC Summit (Asia Zero Emission Community), Indonesia obtained at least 24 energy transition projects.
  • Indonesia considers it essential to support cooperation in decarbonization through inclusive financing and the transfer of low-carbon technology.
  • Indonesia hoped Japan would support its downstream mineral industry and emerge as a crucial player in the global supply chain of electric vehicle batteries.

Enhancing Palm Oil Competitiveness through ISPO: Scenarios and Recommendations

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

The Indonesian Sustainable Palm Oil (ISPO) scheme, initiated in 2011, seeks to establish sustainability standards.

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  • The Indonesian Sustainable Palm Oil (ISPO) scheme, initiated in 2011, seeks to establish sustainability standards.
  • The scenarios presented highlight potential market shifts and underscore the importance of proactive measures for the sustainable development of the palm oil industry.
  • Potential consequences include an emerging illegal market, lower prices for smallholders, and a decline in palm oil market share.
  • The scenarios presented highlight potential market shifts and underscore the importance of proactive measures for the sustainable development of the palm oil industry.

Brawijaya Academic develops DAD App to promote safety at Indonesian Rail Crossings

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Friday, December 15, 2023

Brawijaya University's Professor Sugiono shows his Double Awareness Driving (DAD) App, created to raise 'double awareness' of safety for drivers at railway crossings in Indonesia.

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  • Brawijaya University's Professor Sugiono shows his Double Awareness Driving (DAD) App, created to raise 'double awareness' of safety for drivers at railway crossings in Indonesia.
  • In the first stage, the DAD App will serve drivers as well as pedestrians at certain railway crossings, especially those without gate barriers.
  • Based on this information, drivers and pedestrians can remain alert and careful at railway crossings, he said, particularly at rail crossings without gates.
  • Besides providing information on routes and crossings at the start of a journey, the App processes information in real-time.

Indonesia Urges Collaboration at COP28 to Tackle Climate Change

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Monday, December 4, 2023

DUBAI, Dec 4, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Indonesia invited multi-party cooperation to realize the carbon neutrality target and tackle climate change at the 2023 UN Climate Change Summit (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from November 30 to December 12, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • DUBAI, Dec 4, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Indonesia invited multi-party cooperation to realize the carbon neutrality target and tackle climate change at the 2023 UN Climate Change Summit (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from November 30 to December 12, 2023.
  • Indonesia invites collaboration from bilateral partners, private investment, philanthropists, and support from friendly countries," Jokowi said in his statement at COP28, Dubai.
  • The Indonesia Pavilion at COP28, with the theme "Indonesia's Climate Actions: Inspiring the World," will host 77 panel sessions with 379 speakers.
  • The sessions provide opportunities to explore ideas, opportunities, and networking in the context of strengthening efforts to control climate change in Indonesia.

Indonesia calls for AIS Forum collaboration to face global challenges

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

BALI, INDONESIA, Oct 12, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Indonesia, as host of the 1st High-Level Meeting of the Archipelagic & Island States (AIS) Forum, has called for the collaboration of AIS Forum participating countries to respond to various global challenges.

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  • BALI, INDONESIA, Oct 12, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Indonesia, as host of the 1st High-Level Meeting of the Archipelagic & Island States (AIS) Forum, has called for the collaboration of AIS Forum participating countries to respond to various global challenges.
  • President Joko Widodo speaks during a press conference following the 1st High-Level Meeting of the Archipelagic and Island States (AIS) Forum in Nusa Dua, Bali, on October 11, 2023.
  • He also affirmed that Indonesia, as a maritime nation, would continue to be at the forefront of supporting the AIS Forum as an inclusive cooperation of archipelagic and island countries.
  • Indonesia is hosting the 1st High-Level Meeting of the AIS Forum, which is attended by 32 countries out of 51 AIS countries and four international organizations.

ASEAN AIPF Opened by President, PLN Presents Green Enabling Supergrid

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

On the occasion, PLN PD Darmawan Prasodjo emphasized the commitment to achieving Net Zero Emission by 2060 and accelerating the development of renewable energy and the green enabling ASEAN Power Grid project.

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  • On the occasion, PLN PD Darmawan Prasodjo emphasized the commitment to achieving Net Zero Emission by 2060 and accelerating the development of renewable energy and the green enabling ASEAN Power Grid project.
  • PLN President Director Darmawan Prasodjo presenting latest ASEAN Power Grid developments to President Jokowi and other ASEAN country leaders.
  • PLN is currently building a green enabling supergrid equipped with smartgrid and flexible generations.
  • "The Green Enabling Supergrid is an effeort balance the renewable energy scattered in Sumatra and Kalimantan, and the the demand center in Java.

Ganjar Pranowo driving Indonesian SMEs in Going Global

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Semarang, Indonesia, Aug 15, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Ganjar Pranowo, the Governor of Central Java, Indonesia, is committed to driving the development of SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) in the region, to reach an international level.

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  • Semarang, Indonesia, Aug 15, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Ganjar Pranowo, the Governor of Central Java, Indonesia, is committed to driving the development of SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) in the region, to reach an international level.
  • Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo is committed to the development of SMEs in the region, providing a learning platform 'Hetero Space' and funding 'Kredit Usaha Rakyat (KUR-People Business Loan) Super Mikro.'
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    During his two terms in office from 2013 to 2023, Ganjar facilitated the growth of SMEs through robust initiatives.
  • After providing a learning platform for SMEs, Ganjar moved to the next level by offering access to funding - a common challenge faced by SMEs when planning to expand.

Peace and stability as key factors to ASEAN epicentrum of Growth

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Sunday, July 16, 2023

"We, in ASEAN, are committed to continuously bolstering unity and solidarity as well as strengthening ASEAN's centrality in maintaining peace and stability in the region," the president said.

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  • "We, in ASEAN, are committed to continuously bolstering unity and solidarity as well as strengthening ASEAN's centrality in maintaining peace and stability in the region," the president said.
  • Indonesia stressed that ASEAN has excellent opportunities as the epicenter of growth as the region has abundant natural resources and a productive age population.
  • The meetings discussed several cooperations, including South China Sea, Myanmar, and Indo-Pacific issues, food security, energy transition, health, financial stability, and nuclear proliferation.
  • Meanwhile, during the ASEAN meeting with counterpart states and multilateral fora, the organization reiterated several agenda related to the region.

Indonesia urges ASEAN to preserve nuclear-weapon-free zone, not abandon human rights issues

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023

JAKARTA, July 12, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Indonesia has urged ASEAN member states to preserve the Southeast Asia Region as a nuclear-weapon-free zone and not abandon human rights issues, and reaffirms its readiness to cooperate in reaching significant human rights promotion and protection efforts.

Key Points: 
  • JAKARTA, July 12, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Indonesia has urged ASEAN member states to preserve the Southeast Asia Region as a nuclear-weapon-free zone and not abandon human rights issues, and reaffirms its readiness to cooperate in reaching significant human rights promotion and protection efforts.
  • Additionally, during the 56th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) with representatives of the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR), Indonesia stated that differences between ASEAN member countries should not become an excuse for abandoning Southeast Asia's human rights issues.
  • "We are, therefore, aiming for a Leaders' Declaration on the ASEAN Human Rights Dialogue," Marsudi said.
  • ASEAN could set an example of its values in prioritizing constructive engagements amid global crises and rivalries that worsen human rights.