Starbucks Indonesia Aims to Support Coffee Farmers in Bali through Its Second Edition of Art in A Cup
Following a successful campaign, ‘Art in a Cup’ last year, Starbucks Indonesia continues its commitment to coffee farmers in the country with a new programme.This year, proceeds from the sale of ten cups of seasonal coffee—the equivalent of one coffee tree—will be donated to coffee farmers in Bali. Surip Mawardi, Head Agronomist at Starbucks Farmer Support Centers (FSC)
CIMB Niaga, AccorHotels, and Mastercard Launch Co-Branded Credit Card
PT Bank CIMB Niaga Tbk (CIMB Niaga) together with AccorHotels and Mastercard announced its first co-branded credit card in Indonesia ”CIMB Niaga Le Club AccorHotels Card” in Jakarta on 31 Jan. This new credit card is aimed at those who travel for both leisure and business, by providing a variety of benefits and transaction convenience
Pelataran Ramayana is a Multifunction Space
Rediscover one of Jakarta’s most historically important landmarks right in the heart of Central Business District. The Pelataran Ramayana is now open again as a multifunction space. Pelataran Ramayana at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski. Photo courtesy of Hotel Indonesia Kempinski/NOW!JAKARTA It was here that President Soekarno showcased Indonesian hospitality to the world in refined luxury, using it
EU-ASEAN Leaders Meet to Discuss Enhancing Cooperation
Foreign Ministers of Member States of the European Union and the Foreign Ministers of the Member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), gathered on 21 January 2019 in Brussels, Belgium, at the 22nd EU-ASEAN Ministerial Meeting. he EU recalled its support for the "ASEAN Community Vision 2025: Forging Ahead Together". NOW!JAKARTA According
BritCham Inspiration Series : “Princess of the Dump” – Waging War on Plastic Waste
Last November news went viral as a dead sperm whale found in eastern Indonesia had consumed a large portion of plastic trash. The plastic waste in Indonesia is at its most critical. The country is the second largest contributor of of plastic trash according to a 2015 study published in the journal “Science”. BritCham new
Love and O2 Help Keep the Forest Alive
Tropical rainforests are often referred to as the “lungs of the earth” as they contribute 40 per cent of the world’s oxygen. In Indonesia, Kalimantan is home to the country’s largest rainforest. Internationally acclaimed jewellery designer and philanthropist, Delia von Rueti has drawn attention to the need to conserve the country’s vital rainforest area by
Just Another Brick in The Wall
It’s amazing how much affect the built environment has on us and just how little attention we pay to it here in Jakarta. I have written here many times about the absolute delight of walking through a beautifully designed, built-and maintained-city. It doesn’t matter what time of the year it is, Paris and Rome are
Jenny Smets: Pictures That Are Worth A Thousand Words
In the modern era where multimedia amplifies and visual technology magnifies, it is important to note that some experts in the world of photojournalism have voiced concerns about how the media industry worldwide has shaped the way we view the world today and its long-lasting impact on society. This time the cultural center for the
BritCham Presidential Series hosts Sandiaga Uno
Indonesia will hold its presidential elections in April this year. The British Chamber of Commerce (BritCham) held a Presidential Series with Vice Presidential Candidate Sandiaga Uno on 14 January at Ayana Midplaza. Moderated by BritCham’s Chairman, Ainsley Mann, the discussion addressed topics from his life after being nominated for Vice President to his views on
HKTDC Helps Bridge Indonesian Commerce and Industry with the Asian Powerhouse
Leung Kwan Ho, Director of Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA As the region becomes more aware of Indonesia’s economic potential, power houses like Hong Kong have established offices to facilitate increased partnerships. NOW! Jakarta spoke to Leung Kwan Ho, Director of Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) to find out
A More Inclusive Environment for Special Needs Children at Saraswati Learning Center
Bringing up and educating a child with special needs requires patience. Many parents find the early years challenging, and it isn’t easy when communities do not respect these individuals. Saraswati Learning Center addresses the needs of these children and helps educate them in a supportive environment. Saraswati Learning Center addresses the needs of these
Agustinus Wibowo: Into the Great Wide Open
Agustinus Wibowo is widely credited as the pioneer of travel writing in Indonesia. His pensive approach to travelling has allowed him to gain a deep understanding and insight into the places he has visited, all of which were off the beaten path. Indonesian travel writter Agustinus Wibowo is known from his memoir Titik Nol (Ground Zero: When
Laras Kasih Uses Art as Therapy for Kids with Cancers
For an hour a week, Laras Kasih, a community of artists, gives children with cancer a reason to smile. Laras Kasih, a community of painters who specialise in watercolours volunteer their time at the hospital helping children paint. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA Childhood is a time of joy, of having the freedom to run amock
