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DEADLY LANDSLIDES HIT INDONESIA November 19, 2025
The tropical region of central Indonesia experiences a rainy season that begins in September and lasts until April. This season has already seen disastrous landslides in the Central Java region due to heavy rains. Homes have washed away. So
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Tragic Accident Near Jakarta, Indonesia: 91 Missing October 6, 2025
On Monday, hundreds of families waited in agony, not knowing if their sons were dead or alive. They were gathered anxiously at the site of a collapsed school. There should never have been anyone in the edifice, but safety
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Indonesia and Germany Deepen Partnership in Higher Education February 19, 2026 INDONESIA: Indonesia and Germany are strengthening cooperation in higher education through expanded academic partnerships and exchange programs. The collaboration aims to improve research capacity, innovation, and skills development for future workforces. Universities from both countries are expected to benefit from Continue Reading Clash Between Indonesian Ministers Highlights Coordination Worries February 13, 2026 INDONESIA: A public disagreement between two Indonesian ministers has brought attention to concerns about weak coordination within the government. The dispute, played out openly, has raised questions about how effectively key leaders can work together on policy and implementation. Observers Continue Reading Indonesia Commits to Expanding Justice Access for Women and Children February 5, 2026 INDONESIA: Indonesia has pledged to strengthen access to justice for women and children across the country. The commitment focuses on improving legal protection for survivors of abuse, exploitation, and discrimination. Authorities aim to make justice systems more responsive and child-friendly, Continue Reading IMF Sees Indonesia on Steady Path with 5.1% Growth Forecast January 23, 2026 INDONESIA: The International Monetary Fund has projected Indonesia’s economy to grow by 5.1% this year, reflecting solid domestic demand and stable macroeconomic management. Consumer spending and public investment continue to anchor growth despite global economic uncertainty. Indonesia’s diversified economy has Continue Reading Sumatra Floods: Indonesia’s BNPB Reports 604 Dead, 468 Missing December 5, 2025 INDONESIA: The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) reported that the recent floods and landslides in Sumatra have resulted in 604 deaths, with 468 individuals still unaccounted for. The government is working to create access to remote areas. One road that Continue Reading Indonesia Floods and Landslides Kill 79 as Rescuers Battle Damaged Roads November 28, 2025 INDONESIA: Rescuers faced challenges on Friday due to damaged roads and bridges, as well as a shortage of heavy equipment, after flash floods and landslides hit Indonesia's Sumatra island. These disasters resulted in 79 fatalities and many people still unaccounted Continue Reading Prabowo Welcomed by Lee Jae-myung at APEC Summit in South Korea October 31, 2025 Continue Reading Indonesia Launches New National Initiatives to Enhance Workplace Safety October 24, 2025 INDONESIA: On Friday, Indonesia’s Manpower Minister Yassierli announced that the government is increasing its efforts to improve the country's occupational safety and health (OSH) system. This initiative includes a series of strategic reforms designed to create workplaces that are safer, Continue Reading Authorities Confirm Cesium-137 Contamination Cleared at 20 Cikande Factories October 17, 2025 INDONESIA: Twenty out of the 22 factories that were previously found to have radioactive Cesium-137 (Cs-137) in the Cikande Modern Industrial Estate, located in Serang District, Banten, have now been officially cleared of contamination. The Cs-137 Radionuclide Radiation Management Task Continue Reading Immigration Officers Deployed to Villages to Curb Human Trafficking October 10, 2025 INDONESIA: The Special Immigration Office at the Immigration Checkpoint (TPI) of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport has sent immigration officers to villages to help prevent human trafficking crimes. According to Perdhana, this program allows immigration officers to educate the public about the Continue Reading Government Establishes Framework to Guide Ethical AI Development September 5, 2025 INDONESIA: The government has created a system to ensure that AI development follows ethical standards. The draft of the AI Ethics Guidelines highlights these ethical values, which are important because they remind AI developers that their work affects basic human Continue Reading Indonesia: Ministry Urges Stronger Daycare Oversight August 22, 2025 INDONESIA: The Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection Ministry urged that rules and oversight of daycare centers be improved after a reported incident of aggressive behavior towards a young child at a daycare in Surabaya. The minister highlighted that this situation Continue Reading Indonesia: Prabowo Threatens Jail and Heavy Fines for Staple Goods Hoarders August 15, 2025 INDONESIA: President Prabowo Subianto has issued a strong warning that anyone who creates shortages of basic goods and other necessary items could be sentenced to as much as five years in prison and face fines up to Rp50 billion. "My Continue Reading RI Government and Philanthropists Join Forces to Combat Poverty Through Empowerment August 8, 2025 INDONESIA: Abdul Muhaimin Iskandar, the Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment, signed agreements with three charitable organizations to work together on helping communities and reducing poverty. He stated that they are doing everything they can to make Indonesia stronger and more Continue Reading One Piece Flag Protest Sparks Debate In Indonesia August 5, 2025 Ahead of Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day, many people have raised the One Piece anime’s pirate flag instead of the red-and-white national flag. The Jolly Roger flag, with a skull wearing a straw hat, is being used as a symbol of Continue Reading Government Reaffirms Commitment to Establishing Violence-Free Schools Nationwide August 1, 2025 INDONESIA: The Deputy Minister of Education highlighted the government's dedication to creating schools that are free from violence through various important programs from the ministry. Other key initiatives include creating a helpful pocketbook as a guide for schools; involving community Continue Reading Youth Unemployment Crisis In Indonesia July 29, 2025 Unemployment in Indonesia is a big problem, especially for young people. Approximately 16% of Indonesians aged 15–24 are unemployed, which is higher than in neighboring countries such as Thailand and Vietnam. Many graduates struggle to find good jobs. Many young Continue Reading Government to Reconstruct Homes for 1,500 Conflict-Displaced Refugees in West Papua July 26, 2025 INDONESIA: The government intends to reconstruct homes for 1,500 refugees in West Papua who were affected by the conflict in Maybrat District, enabling them to reunite with their families. The housing reconstruction will focus on providing essential services, infrastructure, and Continue Reading Hundreds Rescued After Ferry Fire In Indonesia July 22, 2025 A ferry named KM Barcelona 5 caught fire off the coast of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Three people died, and over 500 were rescued. The ferry was traveling from Melonguane to Manado when the fire started, possibly on the upper deck. Many Continue Reading How the Fight Against Hunger Has United Indonesia and Brazil July 18, 2025 Indonesia: President Prabowo Subianto has publicly stated that Indonesia's Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program, which was initiated in January 2025, is inspired by Brazil's National School Meal Program (PNAE). Under his leadership, the Indonesian government plans to provide free, nutritious Continue Reading 11 Missing After Boat Capsizes Near Indonesia’s Mentawai Islands July 15, 2025 Rescuers in Indonesia are searching for 11 people who went missing after a boat capsized near the Mentawai Islands in West Sumatra province. The boat had 18 people on board, including 10 local government officials. It left Sikakap, a small Continue Reading Bali Ferry Tragedy: 42 Rescued, Search Continues for 23 Missing July 11, 2025 Indonesia: Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas) announced that 42 victims have been retrieved from the Tunu Pratama Jaya ferry, which capsized in the waters off Bali. The ferry was carrying 65 individuals, as per the passenger list. The Continue Reading Bali Ferry Sinks: Deaths And Missing Passengers July 7, 2025 A ferry carrying 65 people sank near Bali, Indonesia, on July 3, 2025. The boat, KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya, left East Java’s Banyuwangi port but sank soon after due to bad weather. So far, six people, including a three-year-old boy, Continue Reading Grassroots Efforts in East Lombok Tackle Child Marriage July 4, 2025 Indonesia: Child marriage continues to be a significant problem in various areas of Indonesia, particularly in East Lombok, despite the government establishing 19 years as the legal minimum age for marriage. The ongoing occurrence of these cases underscores the critical Continue Reading Indonesia’s Learning Crisis: Quality Over Access In Schools July 1, 2025 Indonesia has a big problem with the education system. Almost all children attend school, but many still struggle to read or perform basic math operations effectively. One reason is that many teachers are not well-trained. More than 80% of teachers Continue Reading BNN and AirNav Partner to Tackle Drug Smuggling Through Air Travel July 1, 2025 Indonesia: The National Narcotics Agency (BNN) and the state-owned air navigation company AirNav Indonesia have come to an agreement to enhance their collaborative efforts in preventing traffickers from exploiting airports and commercial flights for drug transportation. This partnership was solidified Continue Reading Collegium Proposes New Curriculum to Enhance Midwifery Education June 21, 2025 Indonesia: The Midwifery Collegium and the National Health Council (KKI) have introduced a framework to develop a new curriculum for midwifery education. This initiative aims to enhance the quality of midwifery training and promote the health of mothers and infants. Continue Reading Chief Justice Cracks Down on Judicial Corruption June 19, 2025 Indonesia: Chief Justice of the Supreme Court (MA), Sunarto, has stated his commitment to maintaining the integrity of Indonesia's judicial institutions and has issued a warning that he will terminate any court officials who solicit bribes for their services, regardless Continue Reading

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279.4 Million POPULATION NOT RANKED PERSECUTION RANKING SUNNI ISLAM DOMINANT RELIGION Day 10 Pray For Indonesia keyboard_arrow_left keyboard_arrow_right 11,186 close Indonesia is Southeast Asia’s largest country. The country has 17,508 islands. Each island has its own unique culture and religious traditions. Christians are the majority in some islands. However, their cultural differences make it nearly impossible for the Great Commission. REFUGEES 11.7% POPULATION BELOW POVERTY LINE 72.45 yrs LIFE EXPECTANCY 92.8% LITERACY RATE Day 10 Pray for Indonesia keyboard_arrow_left keyboard_arrow_right

Indonesia is Southeast Asia’s largest country. The country has 17,508 islands. Each island has its own unique culture and religious traditions. Christians are the majority in some islands. However, their cultural differences make it nearly impossible for the Great Commission. There was also violence against Christian populations a few years ago, and this created a rift between Christians and Muslims in Indonesia. Most Christians who have done good work are reluctant to travel to different islands to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. With multiple cultural differences, an overall Church leadership structure seems far-fetched. However, the increase in persecution and the violence against Christians in Indonesia has brought the Indonesian Church together. Persecution is high in most of the islands. They are exceptionally high, where radical Islamic groups have more influence. Converts risk severe persecution as well as social isolation. Building church buildings is next to impossible. Church buildings and Christian-owned properties are often demolished. The country dropped out of the Open Doors Persecution List in 2025.