Rebels holding NZ pilot in Indonesia's Papua prepared to drop key demand
Susi Air pilot Phillip Mehrtens was abducted by the West Papua Liberation Army in the Papuan highlands area of Nduga two months ago after a routine flight to the area.
Indonesia’s spanking new capital city and how it benefits Sarawak
From residential development to the provision of building materials and even electricity, the shift from Jakarta to Nusantara is expected to bring good news for Sarawak.
Land battle awaits indigenous communities over Indonesia capital relocation, says NGO
Data compiled by AMAN in 2019 shows that at least 13 customary lands are located in the new capital area in North Penajam Paser.
Indonesia names multi-billion new city to replace Jakarta
The name, Nusantara, has been confirmed by Indonesia President Joko Widodo.
Indonesian environment ministry to appeal air pollution verdict
Rapid urbanisation and chronic congestion in Jakarta, plus nearby coal-fired power plants, have contributed to the poor air quality, according to the Center on Energy and Clean Air.
Massive fire engulfs Indonesian oil refinery
At least five people were seriously injured in the blaze at Pertamina's Balongan refinery in West Java.
Indonesia revives vast capital city move from Jakarta to Borneo
The plan is contingent on the success of Indonesia’s Covid-19 vaccination drive.
Jakarta crippled by floods
More than 1,300 residents have been evacuated to temporary shelters, with parts of the capital under 1.2m to 2.7m of water.
Muhyiddin demands apology, RM10 million compensation over quarantine claims
His lawyers say legal action may be taken if the demands are not met in seven days.
Asia-Pacific countries not guaranteed to get vaccines quickly, says WHO
WHO representatives warned that mass vaccinations, when they arrive, will not stop the virus and that governments need to prepare for new cases appearing.
Jakarta in bid to fend off healthcare collapse
Indonesia’s virus task force reports more than 54,000 of the nation’s 218,000 cases of Covid-19 are in Jakarta.
