Indonesia has assured Australia that no Russian military aircraft will be stationed at an airbase in its Papua province, dismissing recent reports as false, according to Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles.
Indonesia has denied reports that Russia requested to base military aircraft in Papua, dismissing claims that raised alarm in Australia. Officials reaffirm no such deal exists, as both Indonesia and Australia stress their close defence relationship.
Indonesian authorities have arrested three judges involved in the acquittal of major palm oil firms in a high-profile corruption case, deepening a growing scandal that has now implicated the chief judge of South Jakarta District Court and several legal officials.
Rebels in Indonesia’s Papua region have claimed responsibility for killing more than 17 individuals since the weekend, accusing them of being soldiers disguised as gold miners. The insurgents also stated that they are holding two hostages.
Indonesia seeks a fair and equal trade relationship with the U.S. after the imposition of a 32% tariff, aiming for diplomacy and negotiations instead of retaliation. The country is considering increasing imports of U.S. goods and offering tax cuts in response to the tariffs.
Indonesia will not retaliate against U.S. trade tariffs, opting instead to pursue dialogue and negotiations, a senior official said Sunday in the government’s first response to the measures imposed by President Donald Trump.
Indonesia will officially become a member of the New Development Bank (NDB), a multilateral financial institution established by BRICS nations, President Prabowo Subianto announced on Tuesday.
A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Sulawesi, Indonesia, on Friday, sending tremors across the region. Local authorities are now assessing potential damage and preparing for possible aftershocks.
Torrential rain that began on Monday has led to widespread flooding in and around Indonesia's capital, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate their homes.
Indonesia is set to become the Muslim Fashion center, targeting five Middle Eastern countries—Iran, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Egypt—as potential markets for exporting apparel and footwear.
Senior Russian official Sergei Shoigu held talks with Indonesia's president and defence minister as Moscow and Jakarta aim to strengthen defence and security ties. Indonesian leader accepted President Vladimir Putin's invitation to come to Russia.
In a significant development for the tech industry, Indonesia and Apple have reportedly reached an agreement to lift the country's ban on the iPhone 16. According to Bloomberg News, which cited people familiar with the matter, the deal could be signed as early as this week.
Ankara and Jakarta have strengthened their "strategic partnership" on Wednesday by signing 13 bilateral agreements to mark 75-year anniversary of diplomatic relations.
Britain’s most prolific rapist, Reynhard Sinaga, assaulted 48 men in the space of two years and he could be sent back to Indonesia.
A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia’s North Maluku early Tuesday, with no tsunami warning issued, Xinhua reports.
Millions of people across East and Southeast Asia are starting celebrations for Lunar New Year.
Flash floods and a devastating landslide in Indonesia’s Central Java province have left at least 25 dead, with rescue teams racing to find survivors amid warnings of more heavy rain.
Indonesia and France have finalized an agreement to repatriate Serge Atlaoui.
A devastating landslide on Indonesia's Java Island has left 16 people dead and 10 others injured. The disaster occurred in the Pekalongan area of Central Java, with search operations continuing as authorities work to find survivors.
Mount Ibu on Indonesia's Halmahera Island erupted, spewing a 4-km ash cloud and prompting the highest alert level, with authorities warning against activities near the crater.
Indonesia is formally joining the BRICS group of major emerging economies as a full member.
More than 200 Rohingya refugees arrived in Indonesia's Aceh province over the weekend, with authorities confirming two boats landed on January 5 in the West Peureulak area of Sumatra.
On the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, survivors and families across Southeast and South Asia gathered to honour the 230,000 victims. Memorials were held in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, and Thailand, where emotional tributes and prayers were offered.
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