China is a big buyer of the fruit known for its distinctive odour, and Jakarta sees this as a huge business opportunity.
Culture
As Bali becomes an increasingly in-demand travel destination, travelers are starting to expand their horizons to more areas of the Indonesian archipelago.
When 33-year-old Noviandi first came across a TikTok account offering a service to rent a girlfriend or boyfriend, he was sceptical and suspected it might be a scam.
The proclamation of independence of the Indonesian Rewpublik on 17 August 1945 marked the beginning of Indonesia’s freedom from Japanese colonization. This important event is then commemorated as Indonesia’s Birthday (HUT) every year.
A heartwarming video of two Indonesian kids dancing to the tune of a bus horne has gone viral, charming viewers with their infectious energy.
Twenty years ago on an Indonesian island, scientists discovered fossils of an early human species that stood at about 3 1/2 feet tall, earning them the nickname “hobbits.”
The Indonesian music scene is currently experiencing a vibrant period of experimentation, where musicians are blending vernacular Indonesian music traditions with elements from diverse global influences and historical periods.
The regeneration of human resources in the agriculture sector — marked by the emergence of young farmers and better mastery of technology — is necessary, especially in food centers in Indonesia.
As Gumatj took to the Bunggul, this dancer joined continuing a long legacy of friendship.
The Bajau tribe of fishermen led a nomadic life at sea for generations, spending days and nights on boats with thatched roofs in the waters between Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines.
The Indonesian government is set to accelerate the export of durians from Central Sulawesi province to China, as the Southeast Asian country has identified a promising market and high demand for the fruit among Chinese consumers.
Kartoon Studios has launched Kartoon Channel in Indonesia via the country’s broadband and cable TV Link Net, reaching a potential audience of nearly 300 million.
Australia’s waning commitment to Asian language education is jeopardising its regional influence, academics and analysts warn – with participation in language courses plummeting over recent decades, despite policies meant to boost proficiency.
For much of the world, death is a sad separation from loved ones and funerals are a solemn affair. But in Toraja, death is honoured in the physical landscape as well as in daily life.
Indonesia Expat had a chance to get to know young Czech architect Erik Petrus who has been making quite a notable splash both in the Czech Republic and Indonesia thanks to his unique approach to the art of architecture.
Jemaah Islamiyah (JI), the terrorist group accused of carrying out the 2002 Bali bombings, has been dissolved after a decision by its leadership to shift towards “creating a new education-focused entity”.
