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Nusantara, Indonesia’s planned new political capital – explained in 30 seconds

The new city remains under construction, one year on from its scheduled 2024 inauguration, and has been downgraded from its planned status as a replacement for Jakarta

The Guardian - AU

Indonesia's Delayed New Capital Risks 'White Elephant' Status

A year after it was inaugurated, Indonesia's would-be new capital Nusantara attracts tourists and construction workers, but most of its architecturally arresting presidential palace and freshly built avenues sit silent.

International Business Times

Indonesian president frees hundreds of prisoners as part of unity plan

Among the first batch of freed prisoners were prominent rivals of former President Joko Widodo jailed during his term.

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Indonesia set to release hundreds of prisoners under president's clemency plan

Indonesia is set to begin releasing hundreds of convicts from its notoriously overcrowded prisons after parliament approved the first stage of President Prabowo Subianto’s wide-ranging clemency plan

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Australia's PM Anthony Albanese calls federal election for 3 May

Australia's premier kicks off five-week election campaign in an election set to be dominated by a persistent cost of living and housing crisis.

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The last time it was legal, exports of sea sand destroyed dozens of Indonesian islands. Now, the ban is being lifted

Over 20 years ago, then Indonesian president Megawati Soekarnoputri banned the export of sea sand from her archipelago nation.

The Conversation

The future is Oranje: Kluivert arrival underpins Indonesia’s Dutch shift

Replacement of successful South Korean coach with famous former Dutch striker is a gamble that could backfire

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Newly inaugurated Indonesian President Subianto visits China in first overseas trip

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has pledged to maintain close ties with China during a meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing, his first overseas stop since he took office three weeks ago

The Independent UK

Indonesia's President Subianto Swears In Largest Cabinet Since 1966

President Prabowo Subianto inaugurates Indonesia's largest Cabinet since 1966, focusing on robust governance and ambitious economic growth goals.

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New President Subianto swears in Indonesia's largest Cabinet since 1966, with 109 members

Newly inaugurated President Prabowo Subianto has sworn in Indonesia’s largest Cabinet since 1966, with 109 members representing his pledge for a strong government

The Independent UK

Indonesia swears in Prabowo Subianto as the country's eighth president

Prabowo Subianto has been sworn in as Indonesia's eighth president

The Independent UK

Prabowo Subianto: Ex-general Who Marched To Indonesia Presidency

Prabowo Subianto was inaugurated Sunday as Indonesia's president after a convincing election win, but he has also been accused of rights abuses during the dying days of the Suharto dictatorship a generation ago.

International Business Times

Ex-general Prabowo To Take Office As Indonesia President

Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in Sunday as president of the world's third-largest democracy, Indonesia, with the wealthy ex-general accused of rights abuses taking over eight months after a landslide election win.

International Business Times

Indonesia's Prabowo Targets Growth Spurt With Big Projects

Indonesian President Joko Widodo leaves office Sunday with high approval ratings thanks to strong economic growth, but his successor Prabowo Subianto has bigger ambitions, including an eye-catching $28 billion free meal plan for students.

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The Independent UK

Who is Prabowo Subianto, the former general who becomes Indonesia’s new president?

A wealthy former general with ties to both Indonesia's popular outgoing president and the country's dictatorial past will be inaugurated Sunday as the nation's new leader

International Business Times

Prabowo Set To Lead Bolder Indonesia On World Stage

Indonesian president-elect Prabowo Subianto has embarked on a whirlwind diplomatic tour ahead of his inauguration this month, showcasing his plans for a bolder foreign policy than under his predecessor.

The Independent UK

Middle East latest: Palestinian militants in Gaza fire 4 rockets into Israel as mourners mark Oct 7

Palestinian militants in Gaza have fired four rockets into Israel as mourners marked the anniversary of the Oct. 7 attack

The Guardian - AU

A family affair: can Asia break free from the power of its political dynasties?

Anger is rising at Indonesia’s new administration – while Thailand, Cambodia, the Philippines, Laos and Brunei are all led by the children of former leaders

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Pope Francis Urges Indonesia To Fight Religious Intolerance

Pope Francis' visit to Indonesia focuses on promoting religious tolerance, peace, and unity in a diverse cultural landscape.

The Independent UK

In Asia, pope urges Indonesia to live up to promise of 'harmony in diversity,' fight extremism

Pope Francis has urged Indonesia to live up to its promise of “harmony in diversity” and fight religious intolerance

International Business Times

Chips Down: Indonesia Battles Illegal Online Gambling

When the wife of Indonesian snack seller Surya asked why he stopped sending money home to his West Java village, he broke down, confessing to a gambling addiction that had cost him more than $12,000.

International Business Times

Indonesians Protesting Election Law Changes Clash With Police

Indonesian protesters clashed with police in the capital on Thursday after the outgoing president's allies moved to revise election rules, which critics said would allow him to install a political dynasty.

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Protests In Indonesia Over Controversial Election Law Changes

Protests in Indonesia over election law amendments lead to chaos and concerns of constitutional crisis.

International Business Times

Indonesia Leader Reshuffles Cabinet Weeks Before Leaving Office

Indonesian President Joko Widodo reshuffled his cabinet on Monday just weeks before he steps down in an effort to ease the transition to his successor, Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto, his office said.

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Indonesia Celebrates 79 Years Of Independence Amid Capital Construction

Indonesia celebrates 79th independence year in evolving capital Nusantara amidst construction challenges and environmental concerns.

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