AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSearch & Rescue: Indonesia has called off its 10-day search for eight people missing at sea, including five journalists who disappeared while covering the Anak Krakatau eruption earlier this month, with authorities saying the operation could restart if new leads emerge. Volcano & Travel Disruption: The eruption also led to the closure of eight airports for safety, affecting more than 340,000 travellers. Jakarta Tourism Push: Indonesia is pitching Jakarta as an “Asian fashion tourism” hub, driven by growing influencer travel for shopping and food, alongside MICE and urban cultural experiences. MICE & Business Travel: The push was highlighted at JITEX, with Jakarta positioned as a key international gateway alongside Bali and Batam. Medical Tourism: South Korea tops overseas medical-care preferences, with Indonesia among the highest in awareness of Korean services, according to a new survey. Regional Cooperation: Malaysia and Indonesia signed an MoU to boost rural development cooperation, including ecotourism and agro-tourism. Maritime Safety Watch: A separate report discusses conditions around a recent Java Sea ferry capsize, renewing questions about sea-transport safety. Sustainability & Waste: A Chinese firm has started a second waste-to-energy project in Indonesia (Bogor), aiming to cut landfill use and generate electricity.
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