United through Badminton: 75 Years of Denmark-Indonesia Diplomatic Relations
This year marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Denmark and Indonesia. To celebrate, the Embassy of Denmark in Jakarta, with support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark and sponsorship from Danish and Indonesian companies, hosted a special badminton tournament. Badminton has long been a shared passion in both countries, symbolising friendship,
Mary Poppins Jr. Takes Flight at Global Jaya School
The stage at Global Jaya School transformed into a world of whimsy and wonder as Mary Poppins Jr. delighted audiences over its two-night run from 14–15 February. This vibrant adaptation of the beloved Disney classic proved that with a spoonful of sugar (and a great deal of talent), anything is possible. Led by the school’s
A Shared Path to Golden Indonesia 2045
Establishing sustainable business practices in alignment with Indonesia’s long-term national ambitions. 2045 is a significant year for Indonesia: the 100-year milestone of its national independence. As such, the Indonesian Government sees the year as an appropriate target for its long-term development program known as ‘Indonesia Emas 2045’, or Golden Indonesia 2045. Launched in 2019 by
The Ambassadors Round Table: Edition 5
NOW! Jakarta’s series of Ambassador interviews which started back in 2023 continues into 2025 with another fascinating glimpse into the diplomatic world. This is where the representatives of the world’s greatest countries operate, coming to Indonesia to bring their expertise and experience to work with their counterparts in both the government and the private sector
FIHRRST Launches Corporate Sustainability Study Results
On Human Rights day, 10 December, the Foundation for International Human Rights Reporting Standards (FIHRRST), supported by Moores Rowland Indonesia, the Embassy of Belgium, and in partnership with the Indonesia National Commission on Human Rights (KOMNAS HAM RI), launched their fifth annual comprehensive evaluation report on the sustainability reports of companies listed on the Indonesia
Why Jakarta Needs Cultural Collaboration, with Bambang Prihadi of Jakarta Arts Council
What does Jakarta need to do in order to be recognised as a cultural city? In this opinion series, NOW! Jakarta hears from the leaders of the city’s artistic institutions to gain insight into fosteringand developing specific areas of culture. Bambang Prihadi of Jakarta Arts Council talks to us about cultural collaboration. For the past five decades,
Why Jakarta Needs Music, with Nathania Karina of TRUST
What does Jakarta need to do in order to be recognised as a cultural city? In this opinion series, NOW! Jakarta hears from the leaders of the city’s artistic institutions to gain insight into fosteringand developing specific areas of culture. Nathania Karina of TRUST Orchestra talks to us about music. Nathania Karina and the Trinity Youth Symphony
Why Jakarta Needs Art Communities, with Ayu Utami of Salihara Art Centre
What does Jakarta need to do in order to be recognised as a cultural city? In this opinion series, NOW! Jakarta hears from the leaders of the city’s artistic institutions to gain insight into fostering and developing specific areas of culture. Ayu Utami of Salihara Art Centre talks to us about art communities and festivals.
Why Jakarta Needs Literature, with Laura Prinsloo of Pulau Imaji
What does Jakarta need to do in order to be recognised as a cultural city? In this opinion series, NOW! Jakarta hears from the leaders of the city’s artistic institutions to gain insight into fosteringand developing specific areas of culture. Laura Prinsloo of Pulau Imaji talks to us about literature. Did you know that Jakarta
Why Jakarta Needs Contemporary Art, with Venus Lau of Museum MACAN
What does Jakarta need to do in order to be recognised as a cultural city? In this opinion series, NOW! Jakarta hears from the leaders of the city’s artistic institutions to gain insight into fosteringand developing specific areas of culture. Venus Lau of Museum MACAN talks to us about art. London has the Tate Modern,
Jakarta’s Cultural Communities: Seeking the Artistic Connection
Jakarta’s cultural communities know that the very essence of art is community: it can only thrive on human connection and inter-activity. It can also bridge divides and unite differences. And in a world where rapidly evolving technologies are in fact isolating us further from each other, we must find ways to connect and engage in
Kinokuniya Returns to Sogo Plaza Senayan
Kinokuniya Bookstore, a renowned Japanese-born bookstore that has been a part of Indonesia’s literary landscape for 34 years, is now delighting book lovers once again with its reopening at Sogo Plaza Senayan, found on the mall’s 5th floor. Adopting a minimalist concept, the store creates a comfortable space for book enthusiasts to browse and purchase
A Christmas Message: Will We Go Looking For Him?
Jesus was born in the town of Bethlehem in Judea, during the time when Herod was king. Soon afterwards, some men who studied the stars came from the East to Jerusalem and asked, ‘Where is the baby born to be the king of the Jews? We saw his star when it came up in the
