Kuala Lumpur- Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, who will visit Malaysia from Thursday, will be entertained to a special concert here on Friday, Malaysian Information Minister Zainuddin Maidin said here on Monday. The "Comradeship Concert" would be performed by renowned artists from both countries through several segments w... detail... »
Jakarta- A former Thai foreign minister, Surin Pitsuwan, took the helm of Southeast Asia‘s top political and economic grouping Monday, saying he would keep alive the dream of the founders of 40-year-old ASEAN. Surin, a Muslim former academic and eight-time member of parliament in Thailand, formally took over the five-year post as secre... detail... »
Website fails to enlighten potential tourists Jakarta- As the main port of entry into the country, Jakarta is crucial to the success of Visit Indonesia Year 2008. However, the city administration and the city tourism agency are yet to announce any special events to be held in the capital to support the central government`s efforts to ... detail... »
Malacca- IT WAS 10 o`clock in the morning at an old-fashion roadside kopitiam under a sprawling tree near the Portuguese Settlement in Malacca. Hawkers selling mee rebus, nasi lemak, satay and lontong were busying serving customers, while the lady selling chicken rice was gettingg ready for the lunch crowd. Inside, a sma... detail... »
Jakarta- In most parts of Indonesia eggs are not only used in cooking but also play a role in ceremonial customs. And when we speak about eggs, we usually specify the type: telur ayam (hen eggs), telur bebek (duck eggs), telur puyuh (quail eggs), telur angsa (goose eggs), telur maleo (giant eggs of the small maleo bird in Sulawesi) and... detail... »
Singapore - Singapore is holding its first exhibition aimed at capturing a bigger share of the lucrative halal food industry from January 24-27, organizers said Monday. About 100 firms from such countries as Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei have signed up for the event, hosted by the Singapore Malay Chamber of Commerce and Ind... detail... »
Sungai Golok- Supply of cooking oil may be running low in several states in Malaysia but it is easily available in Thailand. Consumers met here said the supply of Malaysian cooking oil remained normal although the price might be higher than usual. A housewife known as Kak Jah, 54, said Malaysian cooking oil was her preferred choice... detail... »
Kota Tinggi- Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono who will be on a working visit to Malaysia from Jan 10 to 12, will be conferred the highest state award by Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Syed Hamid Albar said the conferment ceremony would be held at Istana Negara on Thursday. ... detail... »
Bandar Seri Begawan- The President of the Philippines Gloria` Macapagal Arroyo has been keenly monitoring this project, which is part of her continuing efforts, laser focused determination and firm resolve to upgrade the human resources` capabilities and shills of our Muslim brothers and sisters. Arroyo, has been working tirelessly to impro... detail... »
Brunei-Muara- Small and medium enterprises participated in the first "Sumbangsih Mulia Festival", which was organised to develop and create an awareness of the small and medium enterprises that are currently operating in the building. "The turnout of the day was very good, we have two bouncers outside for children, and we have a number ... detail... »
Sulawesi- Little-known Sulawesi may be the world‘s most strangely shaped island: with four large peninsulas jutting outward, the island could either resemble a mangled lower-case ‘k‘ or an upside-down emaciated mermaid—depending on one‘s perspective. However when Dr. Charles Cannon states that the island is "one of the most unique spots ... detail... »
Jakarta - Minister Siti Fadilah Supari recently reaffirmed the Health Ministry`s commitment to continuing to improve the Indonesian people`s access to health facilities despite its limited budget. Although the 2007 health budget of Rp 19.2 trillion (US$2.03 billion) was an increase on the previous year`s Rp 13.6 trillion, the money was unab... detail... »
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