Strengthening Longstanding Connections: In Conversation with H.E. Ishii Masafumi, Japanese Ambassador to Indonesia
H.E. Ishii Masafumi, Japanese Ambassador to Indonesia. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA NOW! Jakarta sat down with H.E. Ishii Masafumi, Japanese Ambassador to Indonesia before the outbreak and talked bilateral happenings and how the two countries continue to develop strong ties. There was a recent meeting between The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan and The Coordinating Minister
Bonded by History, Tied by the Future
Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA Just at the onset of the outbreak, NOW! Jakarta spoke to Lambert Grijns, Ambassador of The Netherlands to Indonesia, on the recent royal visit and what the future holds for bilateral relationship. Despite one unfortunate accident, the Royal Visit seemed to go very well. Do you agree? And what, for you,
The Story of Doctor Debryna Dewi Lumanaw
From Wisma Atlet hospitals, Doctor Debryna Dewi Lumanaw spared her time in the middle of her extraordinary efforts in treating Covid-19 positives to talk to NOW! Jakarta. Personal Files/NOW!JAKARTA It was the sixth day for Doctor Debryna to work at Wisma Atlet, one of the referral hospitals to treat the patients affected by coronavirus. At
The Perfectly Imperfect World of Clarissa Goenawan
Penning a novel is a weary process: often, it takes years from putting your thoughts on paper, reviewing and editing to finding a publisher and eventually holding the finished product in your hands. In that precious moment, the authors know that their hard work finally paid off. Indonesian-born Singaporean writer Clarissa Goenawan felt the same way.
One-on-one with H.E. Beata Stoczyñska, Polish Ambassador to Indonesia
H.E. Beata Stoczyñska, Polish Ambassador to Indonesia How would you characterise the relationship between Poland and Indonesia today? It is a firm relationship, a good friendship with mutual respect. We are both countries that value democracy and freedom, including religious freedom. Our relationship started in 1955, so this year we celebrate its 65th anniversary. Yet, even
A True Friend Indeed: In Conversation with Korean Ambassador, H.E. Kim Chang-beom
H.E. Kim Chang-beom, Korean Ambassador to Indonesia. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA Korean Ambassador, H.E. Kim Chang-beom tells NOW! Jakarta about strengthening bilateral ties with IK-CEPA, Strategic Partnership 2.0 and the ongoing rise of the K Wave. South Korea and Indonesia enter 2020 hand-in-hand with a strong diplomatic relationship. Please can you share highlights of what you’ve
Europe Union Ambassador to Indonesia H.E. Vincent Piket Talks about the Future of EU-RI Relationship
H.E. Vincent Piket, EU Ambassador to Indonesia and Brunei Darussalam. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA NOW! Jakarta met H.E. Vincent Piket, EU Ambassador to Indonesia and Brunei Darussalam in an exclusive interview. Please tell our readers a little about your background and career so far. Where have you served before coming to Indonesia? I joined the
A Most Dependable Neighbor: An Interview with Australia’s Chargé d’affaires to Indonesia, Allaster Cox
Allaster Cox, Australia’s Chargé d’affaires to Indonesia. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA Australia’s Chargé d’affaires to Indonesia, Allaster Cox, talks to NOW! Jakarta about the two country’s strong relationship and what’s in store in 2020. Australia and Indonesia enter 2020 hand-in-hand with a strong diplomatic relationship. Please can you share highlights of what you’ve achieved in 2019?
An Interview with H.E. Lambert Grijns and Mme. Margot Kokke
Netherlands Ambassador to Indonesia H.E. Lambert Grijns and his spouse Mme. Margot Kokke. Photos by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA The newly arrived Ambassador from the Kingdom of The Netherlands and his charming wife welcomed NOW! Jakarta publisher Alistair Speirs to their residence for a friendly discussion. What made you embark on a diplomatic career? Was this a “calling“ or a
Sailor and Diplomat: German Ambassador to Indonesia H.E. Peter Schoof
H.E. Peter Schoof, German Ambassador to Indonesia. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA A seasoned skipper both at sea and of global politics, German Ambassador to Indonesia, H.E. Peter Schoof talks to NOW! Jakarta about his current duties, Germany’s significant sustainability contribution in Indonesia and other bilateral issues to address. Dr. Schoof, you have served Brussels, Damascus, Geneva and Athens. How
Interview with Marco Noto La Diega – Chairman of Italian Business Association in Indonesia
Marco Noto La Diega, Chairman of Italian Business Association in Indonesia. Photo by Raditya Fadhilla/NOWJAKARTA NOW! Jakarta sat down with Marco Noto la Diega, Chairman of Italian Business Association in Indonesia. IBAI is still in its relatively early stages of development. Do you see positive results for your members? Are you happy with the progress in
Abdramane Kamaté: Moving Forward Together Through Culture
NOW! Jakarta sat down with Abdramane Kamaté, Cultural Attaché of the French Embassy for Indonesia to discuss cultural relations between the two countries. Abdramane Kamaté, Cultural Attaché of the French Embassy for Indonesia. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA Cultural relations between France and Indonesia have been progressing well for quite some time now. To maintain this
Take it from the Swiss: Ingenuity and Optimism
SwissCham Executive Director, Alexander Lumbantobing talks to NOW! Jakarta about the chamber’s early momentum and the importance of positivity in welcoming a bright economic future. Alexander Lumbantobing, SwissCham Executive Director. Photo by Raditya Fadilla Now that the national electoral issues are settled, what are your hopes and expectations for the next term of President-elect Jokowi? First of all,
