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Indonesian language gains global ground as UNESCO recognizes “Bahasa Indonesia”
Minister of Primary and Secondary Education Abdul Mu’ti has announced that Bahasa Indonesia has not only been recognized as an official language in meetings of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), but is now also being taught in dozens of countries worldwide.
N. Sumatra optimistic Toba Caldera Geopark to regain UNESCO “green card” status
The North Sumatra Provincial Administration is optimistic that the Toba Caldera Geopark will regain its “green card” status from UNESCO following an upcoming revalidation assessment scheduled for July 21–25, 2025.
UNESCO status halts Medco’s cement plant project in Kebumen
Following the recent designation of Kebumen in Central Java as a UNESCO Global Geopark, Medco Group’s subsidiary PT Semen Gombong has formally canceled its plans to develop a cement factory in the regency.
Kebumen and Meratus Geoparks named UNESCO Global Geoparks
The UNESCO Executive Board has officially designated Indonesia’s Kebumen and Meratus Geoparks as new UNESCO Global Geoparks (UGGs) during its 221st session held in Paris from April 2 to 17, 2025.