Indonesia

Papua rebels kill teacher, injure 6 accused of spying for Indonesian military

Indonesian authorities vow swift response, condemn the violence as an unprovoked attack on civilians.

Case involves allegations of sexual abuse of minors, and filming and distribution of abuse videos on dark web in Australia.

However, critics said that an enduring solution needed stronger anti-graft laws to ensure accountability and not flashy proposals.

Critics say changes to 2004 law that had reduced military footprint in government erases decades of democratic progress.

Across Indonesia, young professionals are voicing frustration over stagnant wages, limited job opportunities, and uncertain economic future.

Critics say changes to 2004 law that had reduced military footprint in government erases decades of democratic progress.

2025-04-02

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2025-03-28

Indonesia’s new president faces public protests over program rollouts, investor jitters.

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