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Social House Closes for Renovation
Social House has been going strong for a decade and has gained a loyal fan base over the years. Now set to close for a few months as part of renovation efforts, The Ismaya Group, which owns the space, held a party featuring some top names in the Indonesian music industry. While we wait for
We The Youth Campaigns for Young Indonesians to Vote in the Upcoming Elections
Supported by number of public figures and activists, We the Youth – a community organisation focused on issues concerning the youth of Indonesia – has launched a campaign “100%IN – Seratus Persen Indonesia Nyoblos” (100 per cent vote) to encourage eligible young voters to use their right to vote in the upcoming elections scheduled for 17 April. The campaign’s focus
The 15th German Reunification Cup 2016
The German Reunification Cup 2016, an annual charity golf tournament established in 2002, was held in Jakarta this October. Organized by the German Embassy Jakarta and PT Schenker Petrolog Utama for the fourth time, it took place at the Rancamaya Golf and Country Club in Bogor. 144 players and 76 sponsors participated in the tournament
The Importance of CSR in Business Practice
The World’s Most Valued Business (MVB) Indonesia recently held the second CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) seminar. With the theme CSR as a Risk Mitigating Tool, the seminar aimed to raise awareness among organisations to include CSR programs in their everyday business practice in Indonesia. This seminar, held at Raffles Hotel Jakarta, was attended by top
EB-5 Has Landed in Indonesia
The EB-5 Program, also known as the “immigrant-investor” program, is the most direct way to obtain a green card for your entire family and start living in America. Services of the experienced EB-5 consultancy team are now available to Indonesian entrepreneurs. The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program was created by the United States Congress in 1990
Introducing New Ambassadors to Indonesia
President Joko Widodo recently welcomed 18 new Ambassadors to Jakarta as they presented their credential letters during an official ceremony at the State Palace. We have spoken to some of the Ambassador’s expectations of their time in Indonesia and the focus of their work in the years to come. H.E. Michael Freiherr von Ungern-Sternberg, Ambassador of
Daniel Mananta: First Ambassador of MVB
In addition to aforementioned inspirational projects, the latest development of MVB Indonesia is the partnership with renowned Indonesian entrepreneur and entertainer Daniel Mananta as the new Brand Ambassador of Indonesia. Daniel was chosen for his relentless commitment to spread the spirit of modern patriotism among Indonesia’s young generation through his clothing line, Damn! I Love
MVB’s Final Conference for 2018 Calls for Focus on Sustainability
Most Valuable Business Indonesia (MVB) hosted the 2018 Sustainable Business Conference on 13 December at Raffles Jakarta. This year’s theme ‘Collaboration for a Better Future’ focused on sustainability programmes adopted by member companies. The Finnish Ambassador, H.E. Jari Sinkari shared his presentation on ‘Waste and Circular Economy,’ at MVB Conference in December. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA
Salihara Opens Acting Class Program
Never short of exciting ideas, South Jakarta’s beloved theatre community Komunitas Salihara is launching yet another program to attract theatre enthusiasts. Starting January until March 2017, the performance art enclave is opening its doors for anyone wishing to learn acting. The class will be conducted by Iswadi Pratama, a prominent figure in Indonesian literature and
Maxuri.com Launches in Indonesia
Maxuri.com, an online/offline luxury curator specializing in premium concierge services for unique and bespoke travel experiences, high-end goods through an online marketplace and luxury-related news and stories, recently launched in Indonesia to tap into the country’s supply of private wealth. “Many luxury brands are developing pivot strategies to align themselves more closely with Asian partners
Connecting Jakarta
The role of technology is infinite. Not only does technology ease everyday life, it also plays an important part to increase the interaction between a city and its citizens. Many modern cities worldwide now focus on technology optimization in order to create intelligent cities, and as Indonesia’s biggest metropolis, Jakarta is certainly taking part in
The Economic Ties Between Australia and Indonesia
Australian businesses have been and will continue to invest in Indonesia. Steven Ciobo, the Australian Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment since February 2016, visited Indonesia to negotiate an Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IA-CEPA). His visit took place from October 31 to November 4, 2016 and marked the fifth round of negotiations. Ciobo said
#AussieBanget, A Celebration of All Things Australian
As close neighbour countries, Australia and Indonesia have been fostering a long and colourful relationship for many years. This friendship extends to various fields, including education, tourism, art and culture. The new campaign called #AussieBanget aims to further promote all things Australian beyond the stereotypical barbecue, beaches and kangaroos to the Indonesian people through a
