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Social Protection: Not Option but Necessity in Asia and Pacific
The Astana Times
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August 25, 2025
Asia and the Pacific is navigating multiple disruptions, both positive and negative. Economic restructuring, green transitions, intensifying climate change, demographic shifts and digital transformations are posing a critical question: how do we...
Scottish Tourist Caught Stealing Stones from Pompeii, Faces Hefty Fine
Tempo.co
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August 19, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - A tourist from Scotland was caught stealing stones from Pompeii, an ancient Roman city in Italy that has been designated as a World Heritage Site since 1997. The tourist faces potential penalties of up to six years in prison...
Honorary Consul Paskal A.B. Rois Hails 80 Years of Indonesia and Ghana’s Shared Journey
News Ghana
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August 19, 2025
Indonesia yesterday marked the 80th anniversary of its independence, a historic moment that recalls the proclamation of freedom on August 17, 1945, by President Soekarno and Dr. Mohammad Hatta. The day is celebrated as a sacred occasion,...
Immigration Police in Bali now equipped with bodycams to crack down on unruly tourists
FTN News
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August 19, 2025
Bali is one of the leading tourism spots for international travellers, especially those from Australia and Southeast Asia, other Asian nations as well as Russia, Europe and USA. With the growth of tourism on the island, upholding peace and order...
Indonesia-Kuwait Trade on the Rise, Hits Record $547M
Arab Times
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August 16, 2025
Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Kuwait Lena Mariana KUWAIT CITY, Aug 16: Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Kuwait Lena Mariana confirmed that relations between her country and the State of Kuwait are witnessing rapid...
Buildings at Bali’s Bingin Beach Catch Fire Amid Government Destruction Orders
The Inertia - California
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August 19, 2025
Videos emerged on Monday of structures engulfed in flames at the renowned surf spot Bingin Beach in Bali, Indonesia. The blaze comes amid the demolition of 45 businesses on the cliffside that the government deemed violated spatial planning and...
Indonesian envoy invites Kuwaiti investment; trade steadily grows
Kuwait Times
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August 16, 2025
KUWAIT: Indonesian Ambassador Lena Maryana praised the progress in Indonesia–Kuwait cooperation across politics, trade, investment, culture, and humanitarian efforts. Speaking to media ahead of her country’s 80th Independence Day, she highlighted...
Malaysia targets high-value tourists for Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign
The Sun Daily
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August 19, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will continue focusing advertising and promotional efforts on attracting high-value tourists while maintaining initiatives for volume tourism under the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 campaign. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister...
Indonesia’s president vows to fight corruption
The Manila Times
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August 16, 2025
(UPDATE) JAKARTA — President Prabowo Subianto marked the 80th anniversary of Indonesia’s independence by vowing to root out corruption and crackdown on food cartels that caused billions of dollars of annual state losses. CRUSADE AGAINST CORRUPTION...
Indonesia to Mark 80th Independence Day With Carnival, Fireworks, and Drone Show
GoKompas
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August 16, 2025
JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - Indonesia will celebrate its 80th Independence Day on Sunday, August 17, 2025, with a wide range of festivities in the capital, Jakarta, beyond the traditional flag-raising ceremony at the Presidential Palace. According to...
Over 10 million Singaporean tourist arrivals in 2025 to date, says Tiong
The Malaysian Star
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August 19, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Tourists from Singapore, Indonesia, China and Thailand made up the highest number of tourists that visited Malaysia from January to June 2025, says Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. The Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister said a total of...
VM2026 Promotional Efforts Focus On High-Value Tourists, Says Tiong
Bernama
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August 19, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will continue to focus its advertising and promotional efforts on attracting high-value tourists while maintaining initiatives for volume tourism under the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026) campaign, the...
Indonesia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka sets new visitor record
Antara
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August 16, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesia Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, recorded its highest single-day visitor count on August 13, welcoming 30,580 people. Since opening in April 2025, the pavilion has attracted a total of 1,906,296 visitors,...
Indonesia to showcase cultural attractions on Independence Day
Antara
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August 16, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian government is preparing various cultural attractions and live tourism events to celebrate Independence Day. "This is concrete support from the Ministry of Tourism to realize the spirit of independence for every...
Full list of 72 'do not travel' countries as Foreign Office warns UK tourists
Chronicle Live
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August 19, 2025
The Foreign Office has put a series of countries on a "do not travel" list in advance of the summer holiday season. Out of 226 countries or territories with foreign travel advice pages, 72 are presently marked as having no-go areas owing to...
Hong Kong strengthens Muslim-friendly travel offerings with Klook partnership
TTG Asia
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August 19, 2025
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and Klook have teamed up to promote Hong Kong as a Muslim-friendly destination, offering curated activities, accommodation and prayer-friendly experiences. The initiative builds on HKTB’s Jelajah Hong Kong...
Official: Pakistan won’t travel to India for Hockey Asia Cup due to ‘security concerns’, Bangladesh named replacement
The Indian Express
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August 19, 2025
Pakistan won’t be travelling to Bihar for the Hockey Asia Cup, the continental body confirmed on Tuesday, ending months of speculation. Bangladesh have been named as Pakistan’s replacement for the tournament, which will be held from August 29 to...
Pelita Air makes international debut with Jakarta–Singapore flight
The Jakarta Post
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elita Air made its international debut on Monday with a new Jakarta–Singapore route, marking the Pertamina-owned carrier’s first overseas service since transforming from a private charter operator to a commercial airline in 2022. The daily flight,...
From Bengkulu to the boardroom: Caesar Indra on Traveloka’s start, resets and future impact | Conversations On Turning 20
WIT
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August 19, 2025
From Bengkulu to the boardroom: Caesar Indra on Traveloka’s start, resets and future impact | Conversations On Turning 20 When you get to the ripe young age of 20, you’re bound to collect lots of stories – not only about the past but lessons for...
K-culture's popularity boosts foreign tourist spending in wider sectors, regions
The Korea Times
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August 19, 2025
For Emma, a 22-year-old university student from Indonesia, visiting Korea had been on her bucket list ever since she watched the drama "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God." This year, that dream finally came true. She arrived in Korea on Sunday....