Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Looking like a wizened wizard from a fantastical realm, national laureate Datuk A. Samad Said is quietly musing over recent events amidst the chatter of passers-by and travellers in the KL Sentral train station. “Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka and the National Translation Institute just had an ‘early’ 75th birthday c... detail... »
Jembrana, Bali - Thousands of spectators were surprised to watch a performance by a Malaysian dance group at a cultural parade celebrating the 114th anniversary of Jembrana regency, some 90 kilometers west of Denpasar. The Malaysian delegation confidently performed a Malay dance wearing colorful satin costumes under the scorching Jembran... detail... »
Jakarta - Members of the Vietnamese community living in Indonesia gathered Tuesday at their embassy in Jakarta to celebrate the country`s 64th National Day, with drinks and a traditional dinner hosted by Vietnamese Ambassador to Indonesia Nguyen Huu Dzung. Vietnam declared its independence following Japan`s surrender to the Allied force... detail... »
Ipoh, Malaysia - Perak is set to host the country`s first multi-religious prayer ceremony in conjunction with the nation`s 52nd year of independence. The Sept 19 event at the Ipoh City Hall at 3pm will see about 1,000 devotees from various religions conducting their respective prayers for 20 minutes each. State Non-Islamic Affairs comm... detail... »
Jakarta - No official function, no formal banquet or act of state can occur in Indonesia without a very important ingredient: A batik shirt for the men participating. These garments are usually colourful with large patterns, flowers, birds, polka-dots, check and geometric shapes. When possible, the shirt is made of the finest material such ... detail... »
Bandarlampung, Lampang - A number of civil society groups in Bandarlampung, Lampung province, have protested against the demolition of the Saburai sports hall and the Enggal art market, claiming the redevelopment of these areas would deprive the city of its landmarks and open green spaces. The Lampung legislative council, in its closing ... detail... »
Putrajaya, Malaysia - The burning of Malaysian flags by protesters in Jakarta does not reflect relations enjoyed between the two governments, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said. The Prime Minister said he believed the Indonesian government was not involved in these incidents and neither did it initiate it. “It is not something which was i... detail... »
Jakarta - When Maya Hasan’s mother was pregnant with her in Hong Kong in late 1971, a fortune teller told her parents that if the baby was a boy, they would live ordinary lives. But if the baby was a girl, the fortune teller predicted that the family would lead happy, successful lives. “It turned out to be true,” said Maya, smiling, h... detail... »
Jembrana, Bali - A group of artists from Malaysia performed in a National Cultural Parade held by Jembrana Regency Government in Bali, yesterday (1/9). The event was to celebrate the 114th anniversary of Jembrana. Malaysian artists showed Malay dance with modern music arrangements. The Jembrana Regent, Gde Winasa, said that the ... detail... »
Jakarta - At the forefront of Indonesian diplomacy, the Foreign Ministry said it was wary of the mounting anti-Malaysian sentiment among Indonesians, which it said was mostly triggered by unverified media reports. These outbursts of anger against Indonesia`s neighbor come at a time when ASEAN countries are seeking to build a united ASEA... detail... »
Banda Aceh, Nanggore Aceh Darussalam - An announcement which reads “Only non-Muslims allowed” is attached to the door of a food stall in Peunayong, Banda Aceh, the only province in the country which has implemented sharia law. Stall owners, dominated by members of the Indonesian-Chinese community, close their doors most of the way so as n... detail... »
Jakarta - They may produce similar goods and compete for foreign direct investments, and be regional powerhouses with enormous populations, but Vietnam and Indonesia have shared close, unwavering economic and diplomatic ties for decades. “Our relationship with Indonesia is traditional and long term. We have been friends now for already 5... detail... »
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