‘Significant’ fire breaks out at Viva Energy refinery in Australia, authorities say
The refinery can process up to 120,000 barrels of oil per day. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesia, Saudi Arabia boost creative economy cooperation
Indonesian Creative Economy Minister Teuku Riefky Harsya held a bilateral meeting with Saudi Minister of Culture Prince … Source: en.antaranews.com
Pertamina says it is capable of processing crude oil from Russia
Pertamina Patra Niaga Corporate Secretary Roberth MV Dumatubun stated that Pertamina's refineries are capable … Source: en.antaranews.com
Australia to raise defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2033
SYDNEY, April 15 — Australia on Wednesday said it would raise defence spending to 3% of gross domestic product by 2033 from about 2% currently, in response to the most «complex and threatening» circumstances since World War Two. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesia negotiates the purchase of crude oil and LPG from Russia
Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Minister Bahlil Lahadalia negotiated the purchase of crude oil and LPG from Russia … Source: en.antaranews.com
This Beer Brand Didn’t Film Commercials, It Printed Them
For decades, beer ads have belonged to the big guys, million-dollar productions, glossy beaches and celebrity cameos … Source: en.antaranews.com
Hearts On Fire Celebrates 30 Years Of Brilliance With New Global Campaign What’s Your Signature?
HEARTS ON FIRE, the international jewelry brand known for the unparalleled sparkle of its diamonds, launches its … Source: en.antaranews.com
Bali Police foil cocaine smuggling attempt linked to int’l network
Authorities in Bali have intercepted an attempted smuggling of more than 2.5 kilograms of cocaine, believed to be tied … Source: en.antaranews.com
Philippines’ Marcos urges ASEAN to activate fuel-sharing pact
He is also suggesting a regional study on joint oil stockpiling. Source: www.straitstimes.com
China moves to block entrance to disputed South China Sea shoal, images show
HONG KONG/MANILA, April 15 — China is employing ships and a barrier to tighten control of the entrance to the Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea amid roiling tension with the Philippines over the disputed feature, satellite imagery obtained by Reuters shows. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Rules tightened for Vietnam’s Ha Giang Loop motorbike tours after British teen’s fatal accident
The 19-year-old died in an accident while on a motorbike tour along the popular tourist route. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Pertamina to follow government directives on Russian oil imports
Vice President of Corporate Communication at state oil and gas company Pertamina Muhammad Baron said his side will … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesia, France agree to boost defence industry ties
Jakarta had just concluded a defence pact with the US and an oil deal with Russia too. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Japan to provide $12.7 billion to South-east Asia to ease oil price strain
The surge in oil prices has raised concerns over some countries’ ability to pay for imports. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Vedanta plant blast in India’s Chhattisgarh kills 14, injures 20
The blast was likely caused by overheating in the boiler tube, local police said. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Vedanta plant blast in India’s Chhattisgarh kills 14, injures 20
April 15 — At least 14 people lost their lives and 20 others were injured following a boiler explosion at a power plant operated by India’s Vedanta Ltd in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh, local police confirmed on Wednesday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesia economy remains resilient amid global challenges: Minister
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto stated that Indonesia’s economy continues to … Source: en.antaranews.com
Britain’s Prince Harry speaks of struggles of fatherhood on Australia tour
SYDNEY, April 15 — Britain’s Prince Harry spoke on Wednesday of the struggles of early fatherhood, as he visited a Melbourne football club on the second day of his tour of Australia with wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Ardingly College Vietnam Announces Official Launch, Pioneering the British Boarding School Model
Amid the rapid growth of international education in Asia and rising demand for British-standard programmes closer to … Source: en.antaranews.com
BRIN identifies three new Homalomena species in Sumatra
Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency, known as BRIN, said on Tuesday it has identified … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesia, Russia advance concrete energy cooperation
Indonesia and Russia agreed to pursue concrete energy cooperation, including refining, oil trade, and … Source: en.antaranews.com
US Democrats will try, and try again, to rein in Trump’s Iran war powers
WASHINGTON, April 14 — The U.S. Senate will vote as soon as Wednesday on the latest Democratic-led effort to rein in President Donald Trump’s war powers, and party leaders promised on Tuesday to keep bringing up such resolutions as long as the Iran war continues. Source: www.straitstimes.com
US-Indonesia defence ties upgrade: What Jakarta hopes to gain
President Prabowo Subianto may use the defence pact to turn Indonesia’s strategic location into leverage without choosing sides. Source: www.straitstimes.com