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Corruption Trial Update: Zarof Ricar Defense Statement, Claims of Remorse and Complaints About Mistreatment in Prison, Kompas.com

Remorse and Complaints

Energy Transition: Indonesia revokes nickel mining permits in Raja Ampat after protest, Reuters

“The controversy flared up last week when Greenpeace activists staged a small demonstration at a mineral conference in Jakarta”

Op-Ed: Indonesia’s Gaza Plan Divides Muslims, Fulcrum, Singapore

“It is not clear if Indonesia’s president has thought through all the implications of his offer of humanitarian shelter for injured Palestinians. Any mishandling of the issue could potentially hurt his position, domestically and geopolitically.” Fulcrum.sg

Short Story: Young Jamal, Young Jamal by Mochtar Lubis

“Mao Tse Tung is almost here, friend!”

Energy Transition: What’s the True Cost of Your Nickel? Greenpeace International

“Save Raja Ampat from Nickel Mining.”

Former Trade Minister Forced To Draft Defense Submissions in Prison By Hand, Kompas.com

“…many defendants, like Lembong, often are forced to write court submissions by hand…”

Tom Lembong Trial Postponed, Court Demands Key Audit Report, Kompas.com

…the struggles of residents who suffer from environmental degradation and lack of support…

The wily Malay mouse deer, The British Library Blog

Many cultures celebrate an animal who, while not the largest or strongest, outwits all around him.

Two garment factories sign binding agreement to combat gender-based violence

Two Indonesian factories … signed a new binding agreement to combat gender-based violence and harassment.

Economic Outlook: Budget Cuts Spark Negative Reactions Across Indonesia

“Reduce the size and costs of the Cabinet and cancel proposed amendments to laws relating to the military, police, and judiciary.”