Stories from Indonesia

Indonesia is undertaking efforts to classify its fish ponds, particularly in Bali, following the closure of the island's largest fish pond. This classification aims to improve management and sustainability within the aquaculture sector. The initiative addresses concerns about the operational status of existing ponds. Indonesia has expressed a policy preference for its own citizens to fish in national waters, said a stance against foreign vessels operating in their seas.

Rano Karno stated in Jakarta on May 5, 2026, that the city requires a modernized, integrated, responsive, and equitable regional health system. The system must also be capable of addressing disaster-related health needs.

PSS Leman is preparing to compete in the Championship Cup final on May 10. Zheng Xinyuan lost the match after her opponent, Zheng Xinyuan, secured the winning point in the tenth game of the final set, winning 6-4.

Madura United secured a 2-0 victory over Bali United to improve their standing in the Indonesian Super League. Madura United defeated Bali United 2-0 at Gelora Tribunkan Stadium in Madura to move further from the relegation zone in the 2025-2026 Indonesian Super League season.

The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education may provide work time and salary guarantees for non-ASN teachers until December 31, 2026. The announcement was discussed in a segment featuring Dr.

Colonial war in Indonesia has been added to a memorandum during a commemoration for the deceased. A blacklist has been compiled documenting approximately 100 excesses, which refers to specific instances of misconduct during the conflict.

Eleven Southeast Asian nations will jointly sign five documents, including a declaration on maritime cooperation. ASEAN leaders are set to sign the Asian Emergency and Comprehensive Transformation Strategic Agreement, also known as the Manila Framework. The agreement follows discussions regarding the management of weapons entering the Asian region to prevent instability and conflict. Implementation steps involve submission to the Executive Yuan for approval before the Ministry of Foreign Affairs proceeds with execution. The government will also focus on supporting low-income farmers, small-scale farmers, SMEs, and industries directly impacted by high interest rates, aiming to reduce living and production costs. Leaders from 11 Asian countries will sign a declaration on maritime cooperation to address issues in the South China Sea and the Strait of Malacca.

Member of Parliament Sam Surizal stated that a recent violent incident in Jakarta indicates the child guardianship system remains unsound. He called for strict measures to be taken against those involved in the incident.

The Paguyuban Ambulance community, which consists of approximately 90 ambulance personnel, is calling for local government recognition of its role in providing emergency medical transport.

Heavy rainfall caused the Kalianke stream to overflow, flooding hundreds of homes in the Rawa Buaya and Cengkareng areas of West Jakarta. The Jakarta child guardianship system is being criticized by Sam Surizal. Traffic is heavy in the Eastern District Cross-Harbour Tunnel, Kowloon entrance, extending to the ferry area. The Kowloon entrance of the Western Tunnel is backed up to near Fat Kwong Street. In Sha Tin, traffic is slow entering the Shing Mun Tunnel, with queues reaching Pok Hong Estate. The Tate's Cairn Tunnel in Sha Tin has traffic jams extending to Siu Lek Yuen. The Clear Water Bay Road in Hong Kong Island is experiencing heavy traffic towards Pok Fu Lam Road, with queues reaching the ferry pier. The Western Harbour Crossing's Kowloon entrance also shows traffic buildup towards Fat Kwong Street.