Geopolitics and Diplomacy
Explore the global forces shaking the world and their ripple effects on Indonesia’s destiny.
Indonesia-Germany strengthen cooperation in tourism, creative and green economy
Indonesia and Germany are poised to enhance their cooperation in the tourism, creative economy, and green economy sectors following a recent high-level meeting between government representatives of both countries.
Indonesia-Australia cooperate on Electric Vehicle development
Indonesia and Australia has sealed an agreement for electric vehicle ecosystem development. The agreement was signed during a meeting between Indonesian President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.
Indonesian electricians to get more access to skills training
The Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IA-CEPA) has brought positive impacts for Indonesian electrical technicians, giving them the opportunity to access high-quality electrotechnology training. This kind of access is made possible through partnership between Holmesglen Institute in Melbourne, Australia, and PT ODG Nusantara Jaya (ODG), a contractor providing electrical, fire, and mechanical services.
Australia affirms support for Indonesia's sovereignty, rejects separatist movement in Papua
Australia's Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister, Richard Marles MP, has emphasized that his country rejects and does not support the separatist Free Papua Movement (OPM) in Papua, which undermines Indonesia's sovereignty.
Government delegation holds talks in US on critical mineral program
Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment, Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, reveals that an Indonesian delegation has just returned from the United States for talks on the continuation of the critical mineral program, with results of the negotiation might only be obtained after the US Presidential Election.
PLN secures home charging service agreement with BYD Motor
State electricity company PT PLN has again set up collaboration with electric vehicle manufacturers to provide home charging services, securing this time an agreement with BYD Motor, currently the world’s biggest electric vehicel seller, to develop infrastructure and ecosystems for battery-based electric vehicles.
Bahlil set to fly to Taiwan for Foxconn Investment
Minister of Investment/ Head of the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), Bahlil Lahadalia, is planning to fly to Taiwan soon to discuss Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. Ltd or Foxconn's investment plans in Indonesia.
Shell forecasts global LNG demand to reach 685 million tons
Shell's LNG market outlook predicts a 50 percent increase in liquefied natural gas demand by 2040 as the coal-based industry transitions to gas in China and some countries in South and Southeast Asia.
Securing continuity of Masela Block, Inpex pursues long-term LNG sales contracts
The Japanese oil giant, Inpex Corporation, is currently seeking long-term gas buyers for the Abadi LNG project in the Masela Block.
Indonesia breaks ground as OECD initiates accession talks, aims for global standards
In a historic move, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has decided to open accession discussions with Indonesia, marking a significant milestone in their collaborative efforts.
PGN ventures into China's LNG market
State-owned gas distributor PT PGN (PGAS), a subsidiary of Pertamina, has taken a bold step towards expanding its global business operations by orchestrating the sale of seven liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes to China. The move, equivalent to 64 billion British thermal units per day (BBtud), signifies PGN's entrance into the international LNG market and underscores its commitment to diversifying its energy sales portfolio on a global scale.
U.S. Government congratulates Indonesia on election, highlights climate cooperation
The United States government congratulates the Indonesian people for their significant participation in the 2024 elections and expresses hope for collaboration with the elected president in addressing climate change.