indonesia

Nahida stars as Bangladesh crush Indonesia in Asia Cup opener

Left-arm spinner Nahida Akter starred with the ball as Bangladesh began their Women’s Asia Cup T20 campaign on a winning note, beating Indonesia by 71 runs in their opening Group B match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in the UAE Monday.
1 September 2026

FIFA ASEAN Cup confirmed, calendar causes headache

The Bangladesh national football team's build-up for November's SAFF Championship received a boost with the confirmation of their participation in the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup, but their preparations on the ground remain a concern.
23 August 2026

Bangladesh's FIFA ASEAN Cup participation confirmed

FIFA has confirmed Bangladesh's participation in the FIFA ASEAN Cup, scheduled to be held from September 24 to October 4 in Jakarta, Indonesia.
22 August 2026

Indonesia pacer scripts T20I history with five wickets in an over

Indonesia’s Gede Priandana became the first bowler to take five wickets in an over in a T20I during his side’s match against Cambodia in Bali on Tuesday.
23 December 2025

Dutch talent steering several countries towards 2026 World Cup

The Netherlands have enjoyed plenty of World Cup success as three-time runners-up, and at next year’s finals in North America, Dutch influence could stretch well beyond their own team.
8 October 2025

From tragedy to reform: Rethinking democracy and public ethics in Indonesia

The protests, while legitimate, also revealed vulnerabilities.
2 September 2025

Pirate flag from One Piece anime is Indonesia’s newest protest symbol

Students and activists in Indonesia have put up the One Piece pirate sign as a symbol of protest against several government policies.
10 August 2025

Google fined $12.5 million in Indonesia

Indonesia’s antitrust agency has hit Google with a 202 billion rupiah ($12.4 million) fine, accusing the tech giant of unfair business practices in its Google Play Store payment system.
22 January 2025

Indonesia welcomes its entry into BRICS bloc

BRICS was created in 2009 by founding members Brazil, Russia, India and China. South Africa joined the following year.
7 January 2025

Landslides in Indonesia's Sumatra kill at least 27, rescuers search for missing

Torrential rain in the province since last week had caused flash floods and landslides in four different districts, Indonesia's disaster agency has said.
28 November 2024

Victory over Saudi Arabia gives World Cup belief, says Indonesia coach

Indonesia coach Shin Tae-yong believes his team's shock 2-0 win over former Asian champions Saudi Arabia in Jakarta on Tuesday gives them a real chance of reaching the 2026 World Cup.
20 November 2024

Flights to Bali resume following volcanic eruption

The volcano has erupted more than a dozen times over the last two weeks, killing at least nine people and forcing the evacuation of thousands.
14 November 2024

Airlines around Asia ground Bali flights after volcano erupts

Australia's Jetstar, Qantas and Virgin Australia all grounded flights after Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki on Flores island spewed a nine-kilometre (5.6-mile) tower a day earlier.
13 November 2024

Indonesia go Dutch in pursuit of World Cup dreams

An Indonesian team under Dutch colonial rule sailed to France for the 1938 World Cup -- they lost their only game 6-0 and the country has not played at the tournament since.
13 November 2024

Alert level raised after six killed by Indonesia volcano eruption

Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki, located on the popular tourist island of Flores, spewed ash and lava that peppered the surrounding area with fireballs, forcing authorities to evacuate several villages.
4 November 2024

Indonesia officially bans iPhone 16

Indonesia has officially banned the sale and use of Apple’s iPhone 16 and other recent releases, including the Apple Watch Series 10, after the tech giant failed to fulfil its previously agreed investment commitments in the country.
28 October 2024

Pope makes appeal on extremism as he launches Asia tour

Catholics represent fewer than three percent of the population of Indonesia -- about eight million people, compared with the 87 percent, or 242 million, who are Muslim.
4 September 2024

Indonesia, Australia sign 'historic' defence pact

The two countries have sought to boost security ties in the face of increased flashpoints in the region including the South China Sea, where several states claim sovereignty over disputed islands and waterways.
29 August 2024

Indonesia launches 'Golden Visa'

The five-year "Golden Visa" requires individual investors to set up a company worth $2.5 million, while a 10-year visa requires a $5 million investment.
25 July 2024

Indonesia 'closer to dream' of World Cup

Indonesian fans and leaders hailed their football team after they booked a place in the third round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers for the first time after beating the Philippines on Tuesday.
12 June 2024