Delegates gathered at the 12th Plenary Assembly of the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences on Thursday afternoon, July 23, to present table discussions that point toward a shared vision of the Church acting as a credible bridge builder. According to reports from the assembly in Jakarta, cardinals, bishops, priests, religious, and lay delegates examined how … Read more
The Indonesian Air Force is set to procure a dozen M-346F Block 20 light fighters from Leonardo under a newly announced agreement, adding a specialized multirole platform to an already diverse military aviation inventory. Deliveries of the Italian-built aircraft are scheduled to begin heading to Jakarta in 2030, according to official statements released this week. … Read more
India is seeking closer economic ties with Indonesia to help shield both countries from currency volatility and supply chain disruptions, according to Indian Ambassador Sandeep Chakravorty on Thursday. Bilateral relations have gained fresh momentum following Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s three-day visit to Indonesia earlier this month, though trade and investment remain well below the … Read more
Leadership Instability Hits Indonesia’s National Nutrition Agency The head of Indonesia’s multi-billion-dollar free meals program, Nanik S. Deyang, resigned on Wednesday after just 45 days in the role. Her departure follows the dismissal of her predecessor, Dadan Hindayana, who was removed and subsequently arrested over corruption allegations related to the initiative. According to the Associated … Read more
Leonardo and PT ESystem Solutions Indonesia signed a contract on 21 July 2026 to supply the Indonesian Ministry of Defence with 12 M-346 F “Block 20” multirole light fighter aircraft. The agreement, which follows a February 2026 Letter of Intent, includes provisions for local maintenance, overhaul support, and human capital development within Indonesia. Deliveries of … Read more
AirBorneo, the newly launched airline backed by the Sarawak state government, will begin direct flights from Kuching to Singapore on July 22. According to Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg, the route will feature tickets priced below RM400. The launch coincides with Hari Sarawak, marking the first phase of an expansion strategy that includes … Read more
Isabelle Violet Carreras, a 20-year-old British woman, remains in custody in Thailand after being charged with the murder of 34-year-old Thomas David Powell. Authorities discovered Mr. Powell’s body in his Pattaya home on July 2, citing multiple stab wounds and evidence of a struggle. While Ms. Carreras denies the allegations, she could face the death … Read more
India is actively expanding its strategic footprint across the Indo-Pacific, prioritizing a network of flexible, multi-aligned partnerships over formal military alliances. This diplomatic shift, underscored by recent high-level visits to Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand, aims to establish New Delhi as a regional security provider amid growing uncertainty regarding the long-term consistency of United States … Read more
Rescuers in eastern Indonesia recovered five survivors, including a 7-year-old girl, late Saturday after their passenger boat sank mid-week. The KM Nurul Salsa, which carried 78 passengers and crew, experienced engine failure and sank on Wednesday roughly 43 nautical miles from the Selayar Islands. Search efforts continue for 20 missing people, while at least one … Read more
China is positioning itself as a leader in global artificial intelligence governance through the launch of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO), a 29-nation coalition. President Xi Jinping recently called for international cooperation to prevent any single country from dominating the technology, a stance interpreted as a challenge to United States influence in AI … Read more