An Interview with Elaine Tan, Executive Director of the ASEAN Foundation
Three decades after ASEAN was established, leaders recognized that there remained inadequate shared prosperity, ASEAN awareness and contact among the people in the region – thus the ASEAN Foundation was born. Executive Director of ASEAN Foundation, Elaine Tan. Photo by Basuki Nugroho/NOW!JAKARTA Established in 1997, the ASEAN Foundation aims to build a prosperous and cohesive
An Interview with H.E. Vincent Guérend, EU Ambassador to Indonesia
The EU Delegation to Indonesia, based in Jakarta, aims to promote the interests of the European Union (EU) and to build closer ties between the EU and Indonesia. The EU Delegation is involved in a range of activities with Indonesia, that touch many different issues and fields. H.E. Vincent Guérend, EU Ambassador to Indonesia. Photo
An Interview with H.E. Patrick Herman, Ambassador of Belgium to Indonesia
From urban development initiatives to discussions on conflict reconciliation and gender equality, Belgium has been working actively with the Indonesian government. NOW! Jakarta spoke to H.E. Patrick Herman about these programmes and about his time as Ambassador to Indonesia. NOW!JAKARTA publisher Alistair Speirs sit down with H.E. Patrick Herman, Ambassador of Belgium to Indonesia. Photo by
An Interview with H.E. Rob Swartbol, Ambassador of The Netherlands to Indonesia
With the increasing reliance on the EU as the economic interface with Indonesia and ASEAN, and initiatives by the Indonesian government that could possibly provide a huge opportunity for the Dutch maritime industry, the decades-long relationship between the Netherlands and Indonesia is getting stronger. NOW! Jakarta spoke to H.E. Rob Swartbol about this long relationship
Interview with Kanit Sangmookda, the General Manager of Le Meridien Jakarta
NOW! Jakarta speaks to Kanit Sangmookda, the hotel’s General Manager about his time at the property and the changes planned for the year. Kanit Sangmookda, the General Manager of Le Meridien Jakarta. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA. You’ve been in the position for a couple of years now. What have you most enjoyed about your time
Director of Istituto Italiano di Cultura Michela Linda Magri on Fostering the Italian-Indonesian Partnership
Istituto Italiano di Cultura, the official Italian cultural house in Jakarta, has a number of roles to play in relation to fostering a strong and vibrant arts, culture and heritage sector. Director Michela Linda Magri spoke to Now! Jakarta about the institution’s involvement in the wide variety of initiatives which contributes to a dynamic and vibrant connection
Christiane Doris Wasfy: For the Love of Tourism
Christiane Doris Wasfy, general manager of Hotel Ciputra World Surabaya, has been in the hospitality industry for more than 30 years. NOW! Jakarta spoke to her about her passion for the tourism and hospitality industry and her thoughts on tourism in Surabaya. Christiane Doris Wasfy, general manager of Hotel Ciputra World Surabaya. Photo courtesy of
Ambassador of Turkey to Indonesia H.E. Sander Gurbuz Speaks About Turkish Connection in the Country
Relations between Indonesia and Turkey date back centuries. In recent years, the bond has been strengthened thanks to several bilateral agreements. Ambassador of Turkey to Indonesia H.E. Sander Gurbuz. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA NOW! Jakarta spoke to Ambassador H.E. Sander Gurbuz about the special relationship and how the cultural connections between the two Muslim-majority countries
H.E. Joseph R. Donovan Jr. Talks About Maintaining Diplomatic Relations Between US -INA for Seven Decades
Indonesia and the United States have had strong diplomatic relations for nearly seven decades. NOW! Jakarta spoke to U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, H.E. Joseph R. Donovan Jr. about this relationship and the opportunities for fostering this connection. U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, H.E. Joseph R. Donovan Jr. Photo courtesy of US Embassy to Indonesia/NOW!JAKARTA As far as
Chat with General Manager of The Sultan Hotel and Residence, Fintan O’Doherty
The Sultan Hotel and Residence Jakarta’s General Manager spoke to NOW! Jakarta about the hotel’s latest developments. General Manager of The Sultan Hotel and Residence, Fintan O’Doherty. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA You’ve been here in Asia for quite some time now and Jakarta for about two years. What can you tell us about the changing
Author Laksmi Pamuntjak Talks About Her Upcoming Novel and Embracing Duality
Laksmi Pamuntjak’s novel “Amba” or “The Question of Red” made waves both in Indonesia and abroad. The author is currently working on the sequel, which will be published in Germany in August. At the same time, the movie version of her book “Aruna dan Lidahnya” or “The Birdwoman’s Palate” will be released in Indonesian cinemas
In Conversation With the Ambassador of South Korea H.E. Kim Chang-Beom
NOW! Jakarta spoke to the Ambassador about the special relationship between Indonesia and South Korea and the gains this relationship has seen in recent years. Ambassador of South Korea to Indonesia, H.E. Kim Chang-Beom. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA You have recently been appointed Ambassador to Indonesia. How have you been adjusting to life this country?
Meet David Butcher, Principal of British School Jakarta
David Butcher has been appointed Principal of British School Jakarta (BSJ) this year. One of 12 heads on the International Baccalaureate council, his recent post was Principal of Secondary at the International School of the Hague. NOW! Jakarta spoke to him about his career and his philosophy on education. David Butcher is the new Principal of
