Indonesian researcher develops eco-friendly fertilizer method
Deni Swantomo, a researcher at the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), has developed an eco-friendly method … Source: en.antaranews.com
Deni Swantomo, a researcher at the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), has developed an eco-friendly method … Source: en.antaranews.com
Джакарта, 11 апреля /Синьхуа/ — Инициативы партнеров в регионе, включая Китай и Пакистан, представляют собой практические шаги, направленные на окончательное прекращение боевых действий, проведение
SAN JOSE, April 11 — Costa Rica on Saturday received the first group of migrants from other countries deported from the United States under an agreement signed in March between the two countries, local authorities said. Source: www.straitstimes.com
ISLAMABAD, April 12 — Negotiations between the United States and Iran appeared to have concluded for now, Iran’s government said early on Sunday, after a series of talks in Pakistan https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/pakistani-five-star-hotel-becomes-unlikely-site-us-iran-talks-2026-04-11/ to end the six-week war https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/ between Washington and Tehran. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Border patrol foiled 735 smuggling cases worth 2.81billion ringgit (S$903 million). Source: www.straitstimes.com
When updates did come, they arrived not from media briefings but from press statements released via WhatsApp. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said that rising energy consumption, particularly of fossil … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesia's state-owned energy firm PT Pertamina Hulu Energi (PHE) is targeting oil production of 595,000 barrels … Source: en.antaranews.com
April 11 — Pakistan has sent fighter jets and other military forces to Saudi Arabia to boost security under a defence pact between the two countries, the Saudi defence ministry said on Saturday, as Islamabad hosted talks aimed at ending the Iran war. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Creative Economy Minister Teuku Riefky Harsya voiced support for Kendari, Southeast Sulawesi, to develop into a … Source: en.antaranews.com
April 11 — Top U.S. and Iranian officials gathered in the Pakistani capital Islamabad on Saturday to hold talks that seek to end their war https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/ in the Middle East that has killed thousands L1N3ZZ07R, roiled energy supplies and hurt the global economy. Source: www.straitstimes.com
TAIPEI, April 11 — Taiwan’s defence ministry said on Saturday that it spotted 16 Chinese warplanes operating near the island the previous day, around the same time China’s president was meeting the Taiwanese opposition leader. Source: www.straitstimes.com
WASHINGTON, April 10 — The White House considered but decided against a national televised address by President Donald Trump on Tuesday about his ceasefire deal with Iran, with some aides and advisers privately voicing concern about potentially overselling the still-nascent agreement, three U.S. officials told Reuters. Source: www.straitstimes.com
The incident occurred on the Yamuna river in the town of Mathura. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesia's Agriculture Ministry is strengthening cattle and oil palm integration through the Cattle-Oil Palm … Source: en.antaranews.com
All seized items have been handed over to the Customs Department for further action. Source: www.straitstimes.com
But imported inflation unlikely to boost the economy, could dampen domestic consumption. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesia’s Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa voiced confidence that the country’s economy will … Source: en.antaranews.com
LONDON, April 10 — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday that he discussed military capabilities and the logistics of moving vessels though the Strait of Hormuz when he spoke to U.S. President Donald Trump a day earlier. Source: www.straitstimes.com
President Prabowo Subianto has urged provincial governments and the Indonesian Military (TNI) to purchase domestically … Source: en.antaranews.com
The ASEAN-SEAMEO joint roadmap on early childhood education will guide efforts to improve education quality across … Source: en.antaranews.com
President Prabowo Subianto expressed optimism that Indonesia can weather global challenges, citing the country's … Source: en.antaranews.com
A gas explosion at a padel court cafeteria damaged five classrooms at Ciangsana 03 State Elementary School in Gunung … Source: en.antaranews.com
President Prabowo Subianto announced that the government will establish processing centers to convert palm oil and used … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto delivers a speech during the inauguration of PT VKTR Sakti Industries' … Source: en.antaranews.com
These commercial volumes are separate from the country’s strategic petroleum reserve, which remains untouched. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Alleged systemic corruption raises doubts over lasting change. Source: www.straitstimes.com
What travellers should do if asked for bribes at Batam’s entry points Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesia’s National Zakat Agency (Baznas) and the Ministry of Villages and Development of Disadvantaged … Source: en.antaranews.com
The suspects are accused of breaching Indonesia’s corruption laws, resulting in losses to the state. Source: www.straitstimes.com
April 10 — Myanmar’s President Min Aung Hlaing said on Friday his new government has many challenges to overcome and would seek to enhance international relations and normalise ties with the Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Thailand has relied heavily on diesel subsidies to shield households and industry. Source: www.straitstimes.com
SEOUL, April 10 — South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will hold a summit meeting with Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk on April 13, with defence industry cooperation and global security expected to top the agenda, media reports said on Friday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
The plan follows the nation’s ongoing release of some 50 days’ worth of oil to the market. Source: www.straitstimes.com
JERUSALEM/BEIRUT/ISLAMABAD, April 10 — A fragile two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran showed further strain on Friday, a day before they are to negotiate in Pakistan, as Washington accused Tehran of breaching promises on the Strait of Hormuz and Israel struck Lebanon with attacks that Iran has claimed violate the truce. Source: www.straitstimes.com
ISLAMABAD, April 9 — Pakistan is under huge pressure to pull off what some diplomats regard as mission impossible: broker a peace deal between Iran and the United States to stabilize the world economy while safeguarding delegates already arguing over a fragile truce. Source: www.straitstimes.com
President Prabowo Subianto said his recent and upcoming overseas visits are focused on securing oil supplies for … Source: en.antaranews.com
The city has some of the world’s highest gasoline prices. Source: www.straitstimes.com
April 9 — NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has briefed some capitals that U.S. President Donald Trump wants concrete commitments within the next few days for help securing the Strait of Hormuz, two European diplomats told Reuters on Thursday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
The Indonesian government is preparing to establish a task force to curb illegal drilling and regulate unauthorized oil … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto gathered ministers, deputy ministers, leaders of state agencies, and other senior … Source: en.antaranews.com
Манила, 9 апреля /Синьхуа/ — Самолет Cessna в среду потерпел крушение в провинции Острова Динагат на юге Филиппин. Об этом сообщил местный совет по уменьшению опасности стихийных бедствий и
LONDON, April 9 — Britain deployed its armed forces to deter Russian submarines from attacking its cables and pipelines when they spent around a month in British waters earlier this year, defence minister John Healey said on Thursday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
AMSTERDAM, April 9 — European police forces in recent weeks have dismantled a migrant smuggling network that brought people from Vietnam across the EU to Britain, earning itself up to 3 million euros in recent years, EU law enforcement cooperation agency Europol said on Thursday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Legal experts said the practice is permissible, though backlash may be inevitable. Source: www.straitstimes.com
BEIJING, April 9 — China’s foreign ministry said it hoped the «relevant parties can grasp this chance at peace and bring the region back to stability as soon as possible» after the U.S. and Iran agreed to a ceasefire in the weeks-long Middle East war. Source: www.straitstimes.com
In total, Japan is making available about 50 days’ worth of oil consumption. Source: www.straitstimes.com
PARIS, April 9 — The ceasefire agreed by Iran and the United States must also cover military actions in Lebanon, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on Thursday, adding France condemned «massive» Israeli strikes the previous day. Source: www.straitstimes.com
-The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) today signed a USD 15 million development loan agreement with the Republic of … Source: en.antaranews.com
WASHINGTON/DUBAI/TEL AVIV, April 9 — U.S. President Donald Trump vowed to retain military assets in the Middle East until a peace deal with Iran is reached and warned of a major escalation in fighting if it failed to comply, as oil prices rose on concerns over supply and restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Both countries could sign new agreements on telecom infrastructures and other sectors. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Voluntary enlistment in the South-east Asian nation has climbed steadily over the past five years. Source: www.straitstimes.com
TAIPEI, April 9 — Taiwan’s parliament should pass a stalled special defence budget to send a signal to China and the world that it is serious about peace through strength, U.S. Senator Jim Banks said during a meeting with President Lai Ching-te in Taipei. Source: www.straitstimes.com
WASHINGTON, April 8 — The World Bank, International Monetary Fund and the U.N. World Food Programme warned on Wednesday that sharp increases in oil, natural gas and fertilizer prices triggered by the war in the Middle East will inevitably cause rising food prices and food insecurity. Source: www.straitstimes.com
ISLAMABAD/TEL AVIV, April 8 — Mediation efforts to halt the war in Iran were hours from collapse when Pakistan mounted an overnight diplomatic push to secure a temporary ceasefire and bring Washington and Tehran into direct negotiations, four Pakistani sources told Reuters. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesia would experience a 0.1 percent economic slowdown if global oil prices remain at US$100 per barrel until June, … Source: en.antaranews.com
He added that Tehran’s missile programme has been functionally destroyed. Source: www.straitstimes.com
The National Food Agency (Bapanas) head Andi Amran Sulaiman confirmed the national food supply is secure, even in … Source: en.antaranews.com
Джакарта, 8 апреля /Синьхуа/ — Пять человек погибли, еще один пострадал в среду в результате оползня, обрушившегося на деревню в индонезийской провинции Северная Суматра. Об этом сообщили местные
President Trump believes China had a hand in bringing Iran to the negotiating table. Source: www.straitstimes.com
BEIJING, April 8 — Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez will make his fourth trip to China in as many years this month, as had been widely expected, as Madrid seeks to build on its commercial ties with the world’s second-largest economy. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo said he was surprised that Jakarta ranked as the second safest city in ASEAN in … Source: en.antaranews.com
The accident occurred on the Ha Giang Loop, a winding route popular among young tourists. Source: www.straitstimes.com
LONDON, April 8 — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will travel to the Gulf on Wednesday to hold talks with partners to ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open permanently after a U.S.-Iran ceasefire, his office said. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesia's Minister of Agriculture Andi Amran Sulaiman said on Monday the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) … Source: en.antaranews.com
The stock has helped China cushion the supply shock caused by the war in the Middle East. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman stated that 3.5 million tons of crude palm oil have been prepared to support … Source: en.antaranews.com
HANOI, April 8 — Vietnam’s top leader To Lam is planning a visit to China next week to meet his counterpart Xi Jinping, three people briefed on the plans told Reuters, in a trip that would closely follow his elevation to the state presidency. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Астана, 7 апреля /Синьхуа/ — В Казахстане планируется добыть 128,9 млн тонн угля в 2026 году. Об этом во вторник сообщило информационное агентство Казинформ со ссылкой на министра энергетики
KYIV, April 7 — The Ukrainian military is participating in consultations on the Strait of Hormuz, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday, adding that Ukraine’s maritime defence expertise is also of interest in Asia. Source: www.straitstimes.com
April 8 — Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday requested that U.S. President Donald Trump make a two-week extension to a deadline he imposed on Iran to end its blockade of Gulf oil. Source: www.straitstimes.com
India is likely to export between 750,000 and 800,000 tons of sugar in the 2025/26 marketing year. Source: www.straitstimes.com
April 7 — Efforts to facilitate talks between the U.S. and Iran are still ongoing, two Pakistani sources with knowledge of the discussions told Reuters on Tuesday, as U.S. strikes on Iran intensified and President Donald Trump’s deadline to unleash «hell» neared. One of the sources, a senior security official, said Iran’s overnight strike on Saudi Arabia’s industrial facilities linked to U.S. firms threatened to derail the talks. If Saudi Arabia were to respond to the strikes, the talks…
India’s edible oil imports fell nearly 9 per cent in March from the previous month. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Over a third of South-east Asian opinion leaders see the grouping as as ‘slow and ineffective’ in the recent poll. Source: www.straitstimes.com
ASTANA, April 7 — Oil shipments via the Caspian Pipeline Consortium are stable, Kazakhstan’s energy ministry said on Tuesday after Russia’s military accused Ukraine of damaging loading facilities belonging to the group in the Black Sea. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Ханой, 7 апреля /Синьхуа/ — Во Тхи Ань Суан во вторник была переизбрана на пост вице-президента Вьетнама на срок 2026-2031 годов. Об этом сообщила радиокомпания «Голос Вьетнама». Данное решение было
Indonesia has redirected its imports of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) from the Middle East to the United States and … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesia’s Higher Education, Science, and Technology Minister Brian Yuliarto has called on universities … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesia is open to importing oil from any country, including Russia, to secure domestic fuel supplies amid global … Source: en.antaranews.com
Ханой, 7 апреля /Синьхуа/ — Ле Минь Хынг во вторник был избран новым премьер-министром Вьетнама на сессии Национального собрания 16-го созыва.
Indonesia is pressing Southeast Asian neighbors to adopt fairer rules for digital-era music royalties, using the 78th … Source: en.antaranews.com
Ханой, 7 апреля /Синьхуа/ — Члены Национального собрания Вьетнама во вторник утром утвердили генерального секретаря Центрального комитета Коммунистической партии Вьетнама /ЦК КПВ/ То Лама в
Thailand is eyeing measures to ensure the country retains sufficient oil for domestic use. Source: www.straitstimes.com
52 per cent of ASEAN opinion-makers and thought leaders surveyed would pick to align with China. Source: www.straitstimes.com
A report from Hainan International Media Center: Over 70 percent of surveyed ASEAN enterprises recognize … Source: en.antaranews.com
South Korea relied on the Hormuz route for about 61 per cent of its crude oil. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Тегеран, 6 апреля /Синьхуа/ — Корпус стражей исламской революции /КСИР/ Ирана заявил в понедельник, что нанес удары по контейнеровозу, принадлежащему Израилю, и американскому десантному кораблю. В
As the ‘T-Beauty’ trend continues its unstoppable growth, ‘EVEANDBOY’ , Thailand’s … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesia’s para-archery team delivered an impressive performance, bringing home three gold, one silver, and two … Source: en.antaranews.com
April 6 — Israel struck Iran’s largest petrochemical complex at Asaluyeh on Monday, defence minister Israel Katz said, in what he described as a severe economic blow to Tehran. Source: www.straitstimes.com
A cluster of burning objects seen over Lampung and Banten provinces on Saturday has been identified as space debris, … Source: en.antaranews.com
The measures would be re-evaluated after two months. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Ханой, 6 апреля /Синьхуа/ — Депутаты Национального собрания /парламента/ Вьетнама в понедельник избрали Чан Тхань Мана председателем высшего законодательного органа страны. На первой сессии
A senior Indonesian lawmaker urged the government to consider adjusting fuel prices as global oil surges threaten the … Source: en.antaranews.com
This increase in cooking gas prices is on top of an eight per cent hike in March. Source: www.straitstimes.com
The year-long measures will not impact farmers, who will continue to be protected by the government. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesia’s Forestry Ministry has foiled an attempt to smuggle 202 reptiles to Dubai via Soekarno-Hatta … Source: en.antaranews.com
Like many other Asian economies, South Korea relies heavily on energy imports. Source: www.straitstimes.com
SEOUL, April 6 — South Korea must accept a degree of risk in importing crude oil from the Middle East amid blockages of the Strait of Hormuz, President Lee Jae Myung said on Monday. Source: www.straitstimes.com