SINGAPORE/KUALA LUMPUR: A surge in the number of COVID-19 cases has prompted authorities in Southeast Asia to ramp up … [Read more...] about COVID-19 surge in Southeast Asia: Experts stress personal responsibility, dismiss need for pandemic-era curbs
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Jakarta urges public to be vigilant as COVID-19 cases rise in the country
JAKARTA: The Jakarta Health Agency warned that the number of COVID-19 cases will continue to surge over the next few days … [Read more...] about Jakarta urges public to be vigilant as COVID-19 cases rise in the country
Indonesian, Malaysian Muslims celebrate Hari Raya Puasa as COVID-19 fears recede
JAKARTA: Muslims in Indonesia and Malaysia gathered in large groups to usher in Hari Raya Puasa on Saturday (Apr 22), … [Read more...] about Indonesian, Malaysian Muslims celebrate Hari Raya Puasa as COVID-19 fears recede
Indonesia observes first Ramadan with mosques at full capacity since pre-COVID-19
“If people feel unwell, have flu or cough, then it is better for them to stay at home. Here (at the mosque) if possible, … [Read more...] about Indonesia observes first Ramadan with mosques at full capacity since pre-COVID-19
Indonesia lifts COVID-19 restrictions amid low cases and hospitalisation
JAKARTA: Indonesia lifted all activity restrictions which had previously been imposed to control the spread of COVID-19, … [Read more...] about Indonesia lifts COVID-19 restrictions amid low cases and hospitalisation
‘Open the lock please’: COVID-19 exacerbates practice of shackling the mentally ill in Indonesia
In Bekasi on the outskirts of Jakarta are several known private institutes for people with mental illness. These include Al … [Read more...] about ‘Open the lock please’: COVID-19 exacerbates practice of shackling the mentally ill in Indonesia
Indonesia approves first homegrown COVID-19 vaccine
JAKARTA: Indonesia has approved its first locally developed COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use, the head of the country's … [Read more...] about Indonesia approves first homegrown COVID-19 vaccine
Commentary: Indonesia’s COVID-19 recovery plan relies on dirty energy
RECOVERY WITHOUT SUSTAINABILITY Indonesia’s support for the use of fossil fuels is reflected by the allocated funds, … [Read more...] about Commentary: Indonesia’s COVID-19 recovery plan relies on dirty energy
Indonesia has successfully controlled COVID-19, exercised global leadership amid tensions: Jokowi
On Tuesday, Mr Widodo also said that the international community’s trust in Indonesia has “increased sharply”. Indonesia … [Read more...] about Indonesia has successfully controlled COVID-19, exercised global leadership amid tensions: Jokowi
Commentary: With or without COVID-19, Jakarta should keep masks on
Wearing a highly effective air pollution mask has been shown to help reduce the risk of exposure to atmospheric levels of … [Read more...] about Commentary: With or without COVID-19, Jakarta should keep masks on
Spike in Australian visitors to Bali expected after lifting of COVID-19 test requirement for vaccinated travellers
JAKARTA: It has been a hectic two months for Janet De Neefe, an Australian business owner who has been living in Bali for … [Read more...] about Spike in Australian visitors to Bali expected after lifting of COVID-19 test requirement for vaccinated travellers
Tourism operators in Riau Islands, Bali welcome removal of COVID-19 test requirement for vaccinated travellers
JAKARTA: Tourism operators in Indonesia’s tourism-dependent islands of Bali, Batam and Bintan said they welcome the … [Read more...] about Tourism operators in Riau Islands, Bali welcome removal of COVID-19 test requirement for vaccinated travellers