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Project Manager Pekerjaan - PT Wonokoyo Jaya Corporindo (Wonokoyo Group) - 2665757 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai Project Manager (2665757) di PT Wonokoyo Jaya Corporindo (Wonokoyo Group)! Cari lowongan kerja Teknik - Sipil/Konstruksi/Struktural lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Jawa Timur - Surabaya temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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Arsitek Pekerjaan - Arkco Group - 2668413 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai Arsitek (2668413) di Arkco Group! Cari lowongan kerja Arsitek/Desain Interior lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Banten - Tangerang - Alam Sutera temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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Kontraktor

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PROJECT MANAGER (PM) Pekerjaan - PT Graha Sarana Duta - 2663545 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai PROJECT MANAGER (PM) (2663545) di PT Graha Sarana Duta! Cari lowongan kerja Teknik - Sipil/Konstruksi/Struktural lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Jakarta Raya temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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Arsitek Pekerjaan - Arkco Group - 2668413 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai Arsitek (2668413) di Arkco Group! Cari lowongan kerja Arsitek/Desain Interior lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Banten - Tangerang - Alam Sutera temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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Administrasi

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Staff Administrasi - Sukabumi - Indeed.com

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Tugas / Tanggung Jawab : Membantu Setiap Tugas dan Pekerjaan bagian Marketing untuk melakukan kegiatan pembukuan, pendataan administrasi, promosi dan penjualan Membantu System strategi pemasaran dan penyusunan arsip harian Produksi. Membuat laporan penjualan bulanan, tiga bulanan, enam bulanan dan tahunan dan menganalisisnya menjadi kinerja penjualan.Penempatan : Kantor Cabang (Sukabumi)Kualifikasi / Persyaratan : Lulusan SMA/SMK dan D3/S1 Pria dan Wanita Usia Maksimal 30 Tahun Menguasai Microsoft Office, internet dan media social.

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Site manager

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Pengawas Operasional Lapangan Pekerjaan - CV Sumber Alam - 2666330 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai Pengawas Operasional Lapangan (2666330) di CV Sumber Alam! Cari lowongan kerja Lainnya/Kategori tidak tersedia lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Jawa Timur - Gresik, Surabaya temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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HR MANAGER Pekerjaan - PT Infinity Global Inspiratif - 2651741 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai HR MANAGER (2651741) di PT Infinity Global Inspiratif! Cari lowongan kerja HRD lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Banten - Tangerang - Bintaro, Tangerang Selatan temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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Chief parking

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CHIEF PARKING area SUKABUMI - Sukabumi - Indeed.com

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CHIEF PARKING area SUKABUMI PT NUSAPALA GROUP - Sukabumi Rp. 3.500.000 - Rp. 4.500.000 per bulan

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Site Engineer

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SITE ENGINEER (SE) Pekerjaan - PT. Tokyu Construction Indonesia - 2659031 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai SITE ENGINEER (SE) (2659031) di PT. Tokyu Construction Indonesia! Cari lowongan kerja Teknik - Sipil/Konstruksi/Struktural lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Jakarta Raya - JABODETABEK temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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Administrasi

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Cashier Pekerjaan - PT Dynapack Indonesia - 2654528 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai Cashier (2654528) di PT Dynapack Indonesia! Cari lowongan kerja Keuangan - Umum/Akuntansi Pembiayaan lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Jawa Barat - Cikarang temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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Site manager

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SITE MANAGER (PENGAWAS LAPANGAN) Pekerjaan - CV Jaya Mulya - 2650722 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai SITE MANAGER (PENGAWAS LAPANGAN) (2650722) di CV Jaya Mulya! Cari lowongan kerja Teknik - Sipil/Konstruksi/Struktural lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Jawa Timur - Surabaya - JL DARMO PERMAI TIMUR VIII/16 temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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Site manager project construction

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Site Manager Project Construction Pekerjaan - PT. Adhi Graha Jaya - 2648105 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai Site Manager Project Construction (2648105) di PT. Adhi Graha Jaya! Cari lowongan kerja Teknik - Sipil/Konstruksi/Struktural lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Bali - Badung temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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Staff manager

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Project Sales Director - Furniture Fitting Pekerjaan - PT Michael Page Internasional Indonesia - 2669694 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai Project Sales Director - Furniture Fitting (2669694) di PT Michael Page Internasional Indonesia! Cari lowongan kerja Penjualan - Corporate lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Jakarta Raya temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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Staf manager

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Creative Assistant Pekerjaan - PT Radio Suara Kedjajaan - 2636639 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai Creative Assistant (2636639) di PT Radio Suara Kedjajaan! Cari lowongan kerja Periklanan/Perencanaan Media lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Bali - Denpasar, Jakarta Raya, Jawa Barat - Bandung, Jawa Tengah - Semarang, Jawa Timur - Surabaya temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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Staff engineering

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STAFF ENGINEERING Pekerjaan - PT Andromega Buana Abadi - 2657828 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai STAFF ENGINEERING (2657828) di PT Andromega Buana Abadi! Cari lowongan kerja Teknik - Sipil/Konstruksi/Struktural lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Jakarta Raya temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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Executive

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Executive Sous Chef Pekerjaan - PT Bali Spirit - 2649566 | JobStreet | JobStreet

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Kirim lamaran sebagai Executive Sous Chef (2649566) di PT Bali Spirit! Cari lowongan kerja Makanan/Minuman/Pelayanan Restoran lokasi alamat kantor kerja di Bali - Ubud - Ubud temukan di JobStreet.com.id

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Bounties for whistleblowers

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Tips from the general public have greatly helped the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) mount sting operations to uncover graft. Providing rewards to whistleblowers backed by laws have worked remarkably well in combating corruption and business fraud in many countries, notably the United States and Britain.

Hence, we fully support the recent government regulation that awards a certificate of merit and a maximum Rp 200 million (US$13,135) reward to whistleblowers whose tips help law enforcement agencies uncover and prosecute corruption. The regulation allows potential informants to submit either a written or oral report on possible graft and if their report is deemed valid, the informant will receive legal protection from the government.

A robust and effective whistleblower reward program can play a central role in any anticorruption effort. The beauty of the program is that the reward is awarded directly from the monies recovered or the assets seized from corruptors, at no expense to taxpayers.

Whistleblower reward programs work, and they work remarkably well. Where such programs have been implemented properly with attendant laws, they have become the cornerstone of effective anticorruption efforts. We should support and nurture a strong whistleblower reward program, especially since corruption and fraud have become increasingly complex of late.

A survey by the American Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, a global group of financial sleuths, has concluded that consistent tips are the leading means for unearthing wrongdoing, well beyond audits or regulatory reviews. The number of tips received by the "Whistleblower Office" of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has risen steadily to nearly 4,000 a year since it opened in 2011.

Protecting whistleblowers and enforcing the law do matter because whistleblowers may face defamation suits. When people refrain from reporting wrongdoing, their primary reason is often not because they fear retaliation, but that their tip will lead to nothing. Many often look at whistleblowers as being motivated by revenge or greed, but studies consistently show that most are driven by conscientiousness to right a wrong.

But the KPK's experience has shown that its seriousness and consistence in following up graft tips has led not only to more tips, but also to higher-quality tips that have been of tremendous help in fulfilling its antigraft duties.

The potential benefit of a whistleblower program is that insiders could regularly provide law enforcement authorities with early and invaluable assistance in identifying the scope, perpetrators, participants, victims and ill-gotten gains from corrupt schemes.

Countries that have adopted a whistleblower program have found that access to information and monetary rewards have a significant impact on the probability that a stakeholder will become a whistleblower.

Such a program could overcome the trepidation over possible retaliation and induce high-quality informants to come forward to significantly propel Indonesia's drive to eradicate corruption.

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Tips from the general public have greatly helped the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) mount sting operations to uncover graft. Providing rewards to whistleblowers backed by laws have worked remarkably well in combating corruption and business fraud in many countries, notably the United States and Britain.

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BMKG installs 20 portable seismographs in Sulawesi

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REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA -- The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has installed 20 new portable seismographs in Sulawesi. It will monitor seismic activities in the island.

"The portable sensors were installed to obtain accurate data on the seismic activities in Sulawesi," BMKG's Head of Earthquake and Tsunami Mitigation Tiar Prasetya stated here on Wednesday.

Prasetya explained that the portable sensors were installed to support the 15 existing sensors spread across Sulawesi. Most of the 20 new portable sensors were set in Central Sulawesi, whose certain parts of the province had been hit recently by a 7.4-magnitude earthquake that triggered a tsunami and soil liquefaction.

The BMKG has, so far, noted 543 aftershocks since the earthquake hit the Central Sulawesi city of Palu and districts of Donggala and Sigi, and 20 of the aftershocks had a magnitude of above five.

The National Disaster Mitigation Agency recorded that the death toll until October 11, 2018, reached 2,073 people. A total of 68,451 homes were seriously damaged, and 78,994 people were displaced.

Also read: Death toll of Central Sulawesi disaster reaches 2,102

The search for victims was halted on Friday, October 12, 2018, due to standard operating procedures of the National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas) regulating the search for disaster victims to only last for seven days, with an extension of three days.

Until Friday (Oct 12), the process of search and assistance for disaster victims in Central Sulawesi had lasted for 14 days. Meanwhile, the period of disaster emergency response in Central Sulawesi was extended to 14 days, starting from Saturday (Oct 13) to Friday (Oct 26).

Moreover, the Indonesian government has prepared a master plan for the rehabilitation and reconstruction of Palu. The government will establish a new resettlement to relocate disaster victims in several safer areas around Palu City, Central Sulawesi.

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REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA -- The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has installed 20 new portable seismographs in Sulawesi. It will monitor seismic activities in the island. "The portable sensors were installed to obtain accurate data on the seismic activities in Sulawesi," BMKG's Head of Earthquake and Tsunami Mitigation Tiar Prasetya stated here on Wednesday.

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West Kampar oil and gas block up for auction | Energy Equitability

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The Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry announced its plans to auction the West Kampar oil and gas block (WK Migas). The 894.8-square-kilometer oil and gas block is located onshore in Riau and North Sumatra.

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Indonesia has potential strength in human resources: Jokowi

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REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA -- President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) said Indonesia has highly potential strength in human resources. Therefore, he thought development of human resources has to be accelerated.

"Infrastructure is already running in big way. Similarly we need massive program in human resource development as there lies our strength," Jokowi said addressing the 13th anniversary of the Indonesian Christian University here on Monday.

The president said new method in human resource development and creativity in education are needed. Innovation that would solve problem and create added value should be given priority in development, he added.

He asked high educational institutions to provide program for development of entrepreneurship for their students.

"Together we must create ecosystem for development of entrepreneurship, ecosystem for start-up that they could grow not only pursuing profit, but also for the welfare of the people in general," he said.

He reminded national leaders that they have to be able to create a healthy competition during "political year" (pre election campaigns) by not seeking to bring down each other and create disorder and enmity.

Jokowi said the political contest which takes place every five years should not lead to splitting the people only on different political choice.

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REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA -- President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) said Indonesia has highly potential strength in human resources. Therefore, he thought development of human resources has to be accelerated. "Infrastructure is already running in big way. Similarly we need massive program in human resource development as there lies our strength," Jokowi said addressing the 13th anniversary of the Indonesian Christian University here on Monday.

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Sacred ritual

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Balinese pemangku (Hindu leaders) splash holy water on people's hands during the Pagerwesi ritual at Jagatnatha temple in Denpasar, Bali, on Wednesday

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Bounties for whistleblowers

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Tips from the general public have greatly helped the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) mount sting operations to uncover graft. Providing rewards to whistleblowers backed by laws have worked remarkably well in combating corruption and business fraud in many countries, notably the United States and Britain.

Hence, we fully support the recent government regulation that awards a certificate of merit and a maximum Rp 200 million (US$13,135) reward to whistleblowers whose tips help law enforcement agencies uncover and prosecute corruption. The regulation allows potential informants to submit either a written or oral report on possible graft and if their report is deemed valid, the informant will receive legal protection from the government.

A robust and effective whistleblower reward program can play a central role in any anticorruption effort. The beauty of the program is that the reward is awarded directly from the monies recovered or the assets seized from corruptors, at no expense to taxpayers.

Whistleblower reward programs work, and they work remarkably well. Where such programs have been implemented properly with attendant laws, they have become the cornerstone of effective anticorruption efforts. We should support and nurture a strong whistleblower reward program, especially since corruption and fraud have become increasingly complex of late.

A survey by the American Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, a global group of financial sleuths, has concluded that consistent tips are the leading means for unearthing wrongdoing, well beyond audits or regulatory reviews. The number of tips received by the "Whistleblower Office" of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has risen steadily to nearly 4,000 a year since it opened in 2011.

Protecting whistleblowers and enforcing the law do matter because whistleblowers may face defamation suits. When people refrain from reporting wrongdoing, their primary reason is often not because they fear retaliation, but that their tip will lead to nothing. Many often look at whistleblowers as being motivated by revenge or greed, but studies consistently show that most are driven by conscientiousness to right a wrong.

But the KPK's experience has shown that its seriousness and consistence in following up graft tips has led not only to more tips, but also to higher-quality tips that have been of tremendous help in fulfilling its antigraft duties.

The potential benefit of a whistleblower program is that insiders could regularly provide law enforcement authorities with early and invaluable assistance in identifying the scope, perpetrators, participants, victims and ill-gotten gains from corrupt schemes.

Countries that have adopted a whistleblower program have found that access to information and monetary rewards have a significant impact on the probability that a stakeholder will become a whistleblower.

Such a program could overcome the trepidation over possible retaliation and induce high-quality informants to come forward to significantly propel Indonesia's drive to eradicate corruption.

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Tips from the general public have greatly helped the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) mount sting operations to uncover graft. Providing rewards to whistleblowers backed by laws have worked remarkably well in combating corruption and business fraud in many countries, notably the United States and Britain.

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In a bid to reduce the strain new developments pose on local infrastructure

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SINGAPORE: In a bid to reduce the strain new developments pose on local infrastructure, the authorities have moved to ensure that there will be fewer shoebox units offered in new private non-landed residential buildings outside the Central area.

The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) revised guidelines for such properties on Wednesday (Oct 17), making several changes that it said also aim to moderate the reduction in home sizes and "safeguard the liveability" of residential estates. It has observed smaller unit sizes in new private housing projects.

The number of shoebox units will decrease due to a revision in formulae used to calculate the maximum permissible number of dwelling units for a non-landed residential development outside the Central Area.

Previously, the maximum number of dwelling units was derived by dividing the proposed building Gross Floor Area (GFA) by 70 sq m. From Jan 17, it will be derived by dividing the GFA by 85 sq m.

Nine areas have also been identified where the new developments could pose a strain on local infrastructure: Marine Parade, Joo Chiat-Mountbatten, Telok Kurau-Jalan Eunos, Balestier, Stevens-Chancery, Pasir Panjang, Kovan-How Sun, Shelford and Loyang.

In these areas, the maximum number of dwelling units for all new flats and condominium developments will be determined by the GFA being divided by 100 sq m instead.

"With the revised guidelines, developers are encouraged to provide a wide range of unit sizes which will cater to the diverse needs of all segments of the market, including larger families," said Ms Goh Chin Chin, URA's group director for development control.

REVISED GUIDELINES FOR PRIVATE INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SPACES
URA also changed the rules governing the development of private outdoor spaces, saying it observed that some buildings have "excessively large balconies".

The authority added that the revised guidelines will provide homebuyers with more choices of units with and without balconies.

Developers will also be required to inform homebuyers of the allowable balcony screens at the point of purchase. URA said that it has received feedback from homeowners that they were unsure about the type of screens allowed for their balconies, and the revised guideline is to improve communication between developers and homeowners.

These guidelines will take effect from Jan 17.

URA also introduced a new scheme to encourage developers to provide residents with indoor recreation spaces. It allows developers to apply for communal indoor recreation spaces to be counted as bonus Gross Floor Area.

This scheme takes effect immediately.

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SINGAPORE: In a bid to reduce the strain new developments pose on local infrastructure, the authorities have moved to ensure that there will be fewer shoebox units offered in new private non-landed residential buildings outside the Central area.

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Australia's Queensland state legalises abortion

Sydney, Australia | Thu, October 18, 2018 | 08:08 am

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Queensland lawmakers have voted to legalise abortion, overturning a century-old "morality" law and capping a 50-year campaign in Australia's most conservative state.

The state parliament approved 50-41 late Wednesday the law allowing women to terminate pregnancies at up to 22 weeks, and later with the approval of two doctors.

The legislation also creates 150-metre (492-feet) "safe access" zones around clinics offering abortions where protests are banned, and it requires doctors who refuse to perform abortions to refer women elsewhere.

Pro-choice campaigners had been seeking since the 1970s to overturn an 1899 criminal code adopted from British law that criminalised abortion as an "offence against morality".

Abortions were rarely prosecuted in the state, but pro-choice campaigners had until now been unable to overturn the criminal code.

This week's vote come at a time when women hold positions of influence in Queensland politics. The state government is headed by two-term Labor Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, whose deputy, Jackie Trad, is a long-time pro-choice campaigner.

Queensland's main conservative opposition Liberal National Party (LNP) is also led by a woman, Deb Frecklington.

The LNP remains officially opposed to abortion, but Frecklington allowed its lawmakers to vote their conscience, helping push the measure through.

"History has been made," Palaszczuk tweeted after the vote. "Women will no longer have the fear of committing a crime when making the deeply personal decisions over their own bodies."

Anti-abortion campaigners vowed to pursue their efforts.

One group, Cherish Life, called the vote "devastating news".

"The fight will continue. The unborn need us more than ever," it said in a statement.

Queensland was the latest of Australia's states and territories to ease restrictions on abortion and leaves New South Wales, which includes Sydney, as the only state where it remains illegal to terminate a pregnancy, even if the law is rarely applied.

Women in New South Wales continue to have abortions, although they and the doctors who perform the procedures risk criminal prosecution.

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Queensland lawmakers have voted to legalise abortion, overturning a century-old "morality" law and capping a 50-year campaign in Australia's most conservative state. The state parliament approved 50-41 late Wednesday the law allowing women to terminate pregnancies at up to 22 weeks, and later with the approval of two doctors.

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YLKI urges Meikarta to explain fate of the project

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Manado restaurants, car vandalized in Central Jakarta

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Some 50 motorcyclists vandalized Manado restaurants and a car after parading around the area on Jl. A. Yani in Central Jakarta on Tuesday, police said. Cempaka Putih Police chief Comr. Rosiana said on Wednesday that they had identified the physical features of the two suspects.

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#YouTubeDown for one hour,global access to video disturbed.
17 oct 2018

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Online video service YouTube went down at about 08:30 a.m. Jakarta time. Users found the screens blank upon visiting YouTube.com and those who could see the video thumbnails found the videos could not be played.

The video service posted a message on its Twitter page, saying the YouTube team was working to get the service up and running again.

Thanks for your reports about YouTube, YouTube TV and YouTube Music access issues. We're working on resolving this and will let you know once fixed. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and will keep you updated.
- Team YouTube (@TeamYouTube) October 17, 2018

The hashtag #YouTubeDown quickly became a global trending topic. Several Twitter users even became creative.

Me trying to entertain myself after YouTube being down for only an hour #YouTubeDOWN pic.twitter.com/1n7jVCEphH
- lauren (@lauren75506935) October 17, 2018

Me refreshing YouTube every 2 minutes just to get disappointed :'( #YoutubeDOWN pic.twitter.com/2i24XGkDnB
- ʙʀᴇ (@brechai) October 17, 2018

#YouTubeDOWN youtube returns or the consequences will be these pic.twitter.com/1VWT0cvbew
- LeonardoJC (@leonidas_011) October 17, 2018

However, in just over an hour, at 09:43 a.m. the internet video service was back on its feet and fully operational. (asw)

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Online video service YouTube went down at about 08:30 a.m. Jakarta time. Users found the screens blank upon visiting YouTube.com and those who could see the video thumbnails found the videos could not be played. The video service posted a message on its Twitter page, saying the YouTube team was working to get the service up and running again.

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Lake Toba Sees $400m Investment For Tourism Development

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"The BPODT welcomes investors who are highly committed to developing Lake Toba as an ecotourism region. We will ensure that the development process goes according to an ecotourism approach that maintains the harmony between nature, people and spiritual aspects," BPODT president director Arie Prasetyo said.

Arie said the investors will begin to develop international standard hotels and resorts, a center for meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (MICE), agro-forestry, organic farming, village tourism and tourism education and also empower the people in the area.

Lake Toba is one of four new tourist destinations the government seeks to transform to rival Bali, Indonesia's prime tourist destination, to attract more foreign exchange into the country.

The Ministry of Tourism has projected that Indonesia could attract $20 billion from foreign tourist arrivals by next year, making the sector the largest foreign exchange contributor.

President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo established the BPODT two years ago with a mandate to direct ecotourism development at Lake Toba that conserves the environment, empowers local communities and preserves local knowledge and traditions in the area.

The authority has set a target to attract at least a million foreign tourists to Lake Toba annually by next year. It is now working to have the area declared a Unesco Global Geopark to increase its international recognition.

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"The BPODT welcomes investors who are highly committed to developing Lake Toba as an ecotourism region. We will ensure that the development process goes according to an ecotourism approach that maintains the harmony between nature, people and spiritual aspects," BPODT president director Arie Prasetyo said.

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5 apps single travelers need to meet new people on holiday

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Having the right apps on your smartphone can help you connect with locals and get all the right recommendations whenever you're in a foreign country.

Of course, it's always a good idea to be wary whenever you're meeting someone new. But go in with a positive attitude and you might just make a genuine connection. Here are some apps to meet locals and other travelers while you're on a holiday.
SoloTraveller
This social travel app that's great for backpackers and solo travellers instantly connects with other visitors near you. SoloTraveller is a complete travellers community that's useful for motivating people who normally wouldn't feel comfortable travelling alone. There is also a function for single female travellers to connect with other female travel companions.
EatWith
The founders of this app had positive experiences as solo travellers dining with locals. This app serves to recreate that warm hospitality for other visiting folks. Eatwith is the world's largest community for authentic food experiences with locals, in over 130 countries. The platform connects local hosts with travellers seeking unique and immersive culinary experiences.
Travel Pal
This app comes from the company Hello Pal, which was founded by a Malaysian. Travel Pal connects over 1.5 million hosts and travellers in more than 150 countries. As a traveller, all you need to do is create a travel plan. You will then be able to find locals who are willing to help you during your stay. You can even find fellow holidaymakers who are planning a trip to that same destination.

Read also: Seven reasons why you should travel solo
Backpackr
Whether you are a solo traveller or travelling in a group, this app helps to expand the network of people you know in the world while travelling. The Common Room feature lets travellers post up queries or even organise meet-ups. Meanwhile, the "nearby" tab allows you to see what's going on around you while the "worldwide" tab is a more universal way of finding out information from around the world.
Flip The Trip
The idea behind this app is to connect travellers to locals who are around the same place. It's available in over 4,500 cities and has been picking up positive reviews. Through the app, users can get in touch with other travellers for sightseeing or to grab a meal. There is also an option to connect and chat with future travel partners before your holiday.

This article appeared on The Star newspaper website, which is a member of Asia News Network and a media partner of The Jakarta Post

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5 apps single travelers need to meet new people on holiday

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Having the right apps on your smartphone can help you connect with locals and get all the right recommendations whenever you're in a foreign country. Of course, it's always a good idea to be wary whenever you're meeting someone new. But go in with a positive attitude and you might just make a genuine connection.

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Moderate values 'required'in fight against extremism PREMIUM,18 octeber 2018

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PREMIUM Visiting cleric: Vice-presidential candidate Ma'ruf Amin (left) holds discussions with Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong (right) in Singapore on Tuesday.(Courtesy of MCI Singapore/Betty Chua)Moderate teachings of Islam need to be further strengthened in Indonesia to counter the rise of extremist movements, vice-presidential candidate Ma'ruf Amin said, as the country faces a myriad of ...

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PREMIUM Visiting cleric: Vice-presidential candidate Ma'ruf Amin (left) holds discussions with Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong (right) in Singapore on Tuesday.(Courtesy of MCI Singapore/Betty Chua)Moderate teachings of Islam need to be further strengthened in Indonesia to counter the rise of extremist movements, vice-presidential candidate Ma'ruf Amin said, as the country faces a myriad of ...

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Calling govt programs pro-business jokowi campaign woos conglomerates.

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The campaign team of incumbent President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo and Ma'ruf Amin is eyeing conglomerates for financial contributions.

"We'll sell Jokowi programs to them. They have business here and they feel that Jokowi's policies have made it easier for them [in running their businesses], particularly in the realm of infrastructure development," campaign team treasurer Wahyu Sakti Trenggono said.

The team opened on Tuesday an official bank account to collect funds for the campaign.

However, Wahyu said the team did not have its eyes set on any specific conglomerates because it was currently focusing on providing aid to victims of the earthquake and tsunami in Palu, Central Sulawesi.

He also said Jokowi's team would approach the Association of Young Indonesian Businesspeople (Hipmi) and the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) for fund-raising and networking purposes.

"For example, we can hold a charity night and ask [Kadin chairman] Rosan Roeslani to invite his fellow businessmen," Wahyu said.

Periodically, the team will inform the public about the account's balance.

The campaign funds will go to campaign tools, communication sessions with the media, running social media and all needs of campaign teams in the regions.

According to a General Elections Commission (KPU) regulation, individuals can only contribute a maximum Rp 2.5 billion (US$164,687) per year, while corporations can contribute a maximum Rp 25 billion per year. (foy/wit)

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The campaign team of incumbent President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo and Ma'ruf Amin is eyeing conglomerates for financial contributions. "We'll sell Jokowi programs to them. They have business here and they feel that Jokowi's policies have made it easier for them [in running their businesses], particularly in the realm of infrastructure development," campaign team treasurer Wahyu Sakti Trenggono said.

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The Malang administration is set to build a 4D technology-based museum of the Quran, which will be integrated with the city's Islamic center.

"The museum will not [feature] the Quran from small to big sizes; we will design it just like the one in Dubai," said Malang Mayor Sutiaji in Malang, East Java, on Oct. 6 as quoted by Antara.

The museum will showcase a visualization from Quran content. Sutiaji also said that the combination of the 4D Al Quran Museum and the Malang City Islamic Center would offer a very unique and attractive concept that is expected to lure domestic as well as foreign tourists.

Read also: Jakpost explores Mount Bromo

He added that the initiative aims to popularize the destination as many Islamic Centers in other regions are not very popular among tourists. Furthermore, the city of Malang is already set to declare itself as one of the country's halal tourist destinations.

The Malang City Islamic Center is planned to be built on Jl. Mayjen Sungkono in Arjowinangun subdistrict, Kedungkandang district. Alongside Al Quran Museum, the two buildings will be set on a 5.65-hectare plot of land with development costs estimated to be around Rp 450 billion (US$29.69 million). (kes)

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The Malang administration is set to build a 4D technology-based museum of the Quran, which will be integrated with the city's Islamic center. "The museum will not [feature] the Quran from small to big sizes; we will design it just like the one in Dubai," said Malang Mayor Sutiaji in Malang, East Java, on Oct.

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Street vebdors banned from road next to Kalibata City building; The Jakarta Post; 18 Oct 2018

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While street vendors on Jl. Jatibaru Raya can now operate in peace after the city allowed them to occupy one side of a road in the area, street vendors on Jl. Rawajati Barat face different treatment.

Pancoran district head Herry Gunara has decided to ban street vendors on Jl. Rawajati Barat near the Kalibata City apartment complex in Pancoran, South Jakarta.

"I've ordered the Public Order Agency [Satpol PP] to keep watch and catch any street vendors that are still operating. Zero street vendors from now on," Herry said on Wednesday, kompas.com reported.

He said he had let the street vendors occupy the sidewalks and part of the street because he had pitied them and their customers, for they offered cheap food in the area.

However, he finally decided to clear the area of vendors.

"I actually don't have the heart [to ban the vendors], they are needed by low-income workers, but what can I say, I have to comply with the prevailing rules," Herry said.

Article 63 of Law No. 38/2004 on roads stipulates that activities that cause disruption on a road can be punished with up to 18 months in prison and a Rp 1.5 billion (US$98,391) fine.

He said that, as of Wednesday afternoon, the street had been cleared of street vendors and Public Order Agency officers were guarding the area. (ami)

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While street vendors on Jl. Jatibaru Raya can now operate in peace after the city allowed them to occupy one side of a road in the area, street vendors on Jl. Rawajati Barat face different treatment. Pancoran district head Herry Gunara has decided to ban street vendors on Jl.

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In a bid to reduce the strain new developments pose on local infrastructure

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SINGAPORE: In a bid to reduce the strain new developments pose on local infrastructure, the authorities have moved to ensure that there will be fewer shoebox units offered in new private non-landed residential buildings outside the Central area.

The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) revised guidelines for such properties on Wednesday (Oct 17), making several changes that it said also aim to moderate the reduction in home sizes and "safeguard the liveability" of residential estates. It has observed smaller unit sizes in new private housing projects.

The number of shoebox units will decrease due to a revision in formulae used to calculate the maximum permissible number of dwelling units for a non-landed residential development outside the Central Area.

Previously, the maximum number of dwelling units was derived by dividing the proposed building Gross Floor Area (GFA) by 70 sq m. From Jan 17, it will be derived by dividing the GFA by 85 sq m.

Nine areas have also been identified where the new developments could pose a strain on local infrastructure: Marine Parade, Joo Chiat-Mountbatten, Telok Kurau-Jalan Eunos, Balestier, Stevens-Chancery, Pasir Panjang, Kovan-How Sun, Shelford and Loyang.

In these areas, the maximum number of dwelling units for all new flats and condominium developments will be determined by the GFA being divided by 100 sq m instead.

"With the revised guidelines, developers are encouraged to provide a wide range of unit sizes which will cater to the diverse needs of all segments of the market, including larger families," said Ms Goh Chin Chin, URA's group director for development control.

REVISED GUIDELINES FOR PRIVATE INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SPACES
URA also changed the rules governing the development of private outdoor spaces, saying it observed that some buildings have "excessively large balconies".

The authority added that the revised guidelines will provide homebuyers with more choices of units with and without balconies.

Developers will also be required to inform homebuyers of the allowable balcony screens at the point of purchase. URA said that it has received feedback from homeowners that they were unsure about the type of screens allowed for their balconies, and the revised guideline is to improve communication between developers and homeowners.

These guidelines will take effect from Jan 17.

URA also introduced a new scheme to encourage developers to provide residents with indoor recreation spaces. It allows developers to apply for communal indoor recreation spaces to be counted as bonus Gross Floor Area.

This scheme takes effect immediately.

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SINGAPORE: In a bid to reduce the strain new developments pose on local infrastructure, the authorities have moved to ensure that there will be fewer shoebox units offered in new private non-landed residential buildings outside the Central area.

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The 44-year-old Japanese swordsmith pounds the nascent blade of his newest creation, sending molten sparks flying majestically into air. CNN:16 oct 2018

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Written by Oscar Holland Temujin Doran, CNN Saitama, Japan

At Fusahiro Shimojima's workshop, in the industrial city of Saitama, fires rage in small pits and an earthen floor absorbs the din of hammering. The 44-year-old Japanese swordsmith pounds the nascent blade of his newest creation, sending molten sparks flying majestically into air.

Yet, for all the heat, dust and sweat of metalworking, this studio is a sacred space.

Shimojima and his assistants are dressed all in white, a symbol of purity designed to keep negative forces at bay. A special rope known as a shimenawa -- used in the ancient rituals of Shintoism -- forms a perimeter around the space, serving to further protect the artisans from harmful energy.

"We worship god in our workshop," says Shimojima, who has been crafting samurai swords for the past 24 years. "Only then are we able to produce a sword ... not to be used as a weapon, but to be something of mental and spiritual significance."

Revered for their tensile strength and effectiveness in close combat, these curved swords, known as katanas, have been produced in Japan for centuries. They hold a unique place in the national imagination, having been used by samurais, nobles and martial artists alike.

But long after the abolition of the samurai class (and the outlawing of public weapon-carrying), the artisans' ancient production techniques live on. Shimojima specializes in a historic style of sword known as mamori katana -- a lucky charm that can protect its owner from illness and misfortune.

"In today's society, there is not much use for a katana as a weapon," he says. "As a swordsmith, I find joy in creating a product that supports the mental and spiritual needs of the client, and one that can be handed down family generations for hundreds of years.

"Swords have been an integral part of Japanese tradition since the ancient times, and I believe a katana serves as an essential base for the traits and behaviors of Japanese people today."

Ancient techniques

Katanas were first produced over 1,000 years ago, and are distinguished by an upward-facing cutting edge that allows users to draw and strike in a single motion. Their role in Japanese society has changed dramatically since then, though the production process remains largely the same.

The blades are forged from tamahagane, a steel whose layers contain differing amounts of carbon. Shimojima painstakingly heats, softens and then folds the steel in order to remove impurities and even out the carbon content.

"A single layer becomes two layers, then two become four, four become eight and so on," he explains. "By folding 15 times, over 32,000 layers are produced. However, it does not mean that the more layers, the better. There's of course a limit, and if you exceed the limit you lose ... the strength required to serve as a sword."

Next, the sword is shaped -- although it begins completely straight. As the steel is hardened through a process of repeated heating and cooling (known as yaki-ire), the differing densities in the blade's structure create its signature curve.

"In the space of 10 minutes, we heat up the blade to about 800 degrees centigrade and rapidly cool it down in water," Shimojima says. "It seems like a simple process. However... it's a matter of making a split-second judgment.

"One mistake can often lead to a total failure -- a fatal mistake," he adds.

The resulting blade should demonstrate a balance of strength, flexibility and durability. Shimojima's workshop may take a month to produce a single sword, with more complex additions (like mountings and hand guards) sometimes taking production time to over a year.

Tradition in decline

Despite the katana's storied past, the trade is in steady decline. In the late 1980s, the Japanese Swordsmith Association reported around 300 members among its ranks. That number has reportedly dwindled by almost half in the years since.

Acquiring mastery is laborious, and apprenticeships take years to complete and are often unpaid.

For Shimojima, it was the swords' timeless appeal that first attracted him when, as a junior high school student, he came across an 800-year-old katana at the Tokyo National Museum. Struck by its flawlessness, it was an encounter that led him to peruse a career in sword making.

"Throughout its history, (the craft) has been passed down over generations without ever changing its shape, its stance, its values or its meaning," he says.

"The fact that (old katanas) have not been covered in rust, nor have they begun to decay, proves their quality. Therefore, we must spare no effort, even for the (swords') unnoticeable parts.

"I do not believe that Japanese swords themselves will disappear from this world," he adds. "Good-quality katanas from the old days will always survive and be remembered."

Modern production techniques pose a further threat to the profession, allowing manufacturers to make similar items quickly and inexpensively -- in neighboring China, especially. They are, however, no substitute for the real thing.

"Every step of its production process, as well as the reasons behind it, are all for its practical use, and its beauty comes as a result of that," Shimojima says of his traditional techniques. "I believe the beauty of a Japanese katana lies within its simplicity -- its aesthetics without any unnecessary elements.

"Functional, yet with a hidden elegance."

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Written by Oscar Holland Temujin Doran, CNN Saitama, Japan At Fusahiro Shimojima's workshop, in the industrial city of Saitama, fires rage in small pits and an earthen floor absorbs the din of hammering. The 44-year-old Japanese swordsmith pounds the nascent blade of his newest creation, sending molten sparks flying majestically into air.

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We have never adopted a negative campaign: Ma'ruf

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REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, YOGYAKARTA -- Vice Presidential candidate number 01 KH Ma'ruf Amin emphasized that the entire national campaign team of Joko Widodo (Jokowi)-himself had never adopted the use of negative campaigns. His statement was in response to the news of the Prosperous Justice Party, which stated that it allowed the use of negative campaigns.

"We have never embraced a negative campaign. It is not permissible," Ma'ruf said, after attending a consolidation event with volunteers in Yogyakarta, on Monday afternoon.

According to Ma'ruf, his party had to carry out a positive campaign and not carry out negative campaigns, especially the black campaign in the form of hoaxes.

"There should be no hoax, slander, or hate speech," he explained.

Also read: People are ready to counter negative campaign: Observer

Earlier, President of PKS Sohibul Iman allowed his cadres to perform negative campaign. However, he asserted most of the campaign should be positive.

"You may perform negative campaign for 20 percent only and the rest should be positive campaign," he said in consolidation meeting of PKS lawmaker candidates in Depok, West Java, on Sunday (Oct 14).

Negative campaign could be done by highlighting weaknesses of the opponent. It should be based on fact.

Sohibul said it was needed as information to the people. On the other hand, PKS did not allow its cadres to carry out black campaign. He considered black campaign as a form of slander.

"We have zero tolerance against black campaign," Sohibul asserted.

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REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, YOGYAKARTA -- Vice Presidential candidate number 01 KH Ma'ruf Amin emphasized that the entire national campaign team of Joko Widodo (Jokowi)-himself had never adopted the use of negative campaigns. His statement was in response to the news of the Prosperous Justice Party, which stated that it allowed the use of negative campaigns.

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Indonesia's comptitiveness improves, but still well below singapore malaysia

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Indonesia's economic competitiveness has stepped up, according to the recently released Global Competitiveness Report by the World Economic Forum (WEF).

Under the newly introduced Global Competitiveness Index 4.0, Indonesia has a score of 64.9 points and is ranked at 45th, up two places compared to the previous index.

Neighboring countries Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, however, place higher in second place (83.5 points), 25th (74.4 points) and 38th (67.5 points), respectively.

The report notes that Indonesia benefits from its sheer size and its interconnectedness, which combined with a vibrant entrepreneurial culture and overall business dynamism is said to "bode well for the future".

However, the country lacks innovation capability, particularly in research and development activities. Indonesia's R&D spending is less than 0.1 percent of GDP, ranking at 112nd among 140 countries in the index. Countries with the highest spending for R&D are Israel (4.3 percent of GDP), South Korea (4.2 percent), Japan, Sweden (3.3 percent) and Taiwan (3.2 percent).

Another concern is infrastructure. Among G20 economies, Indonesia is the worst performer in terms of physical infrastructure with 66.8 points, or almost 25 points behind Japan as the best performer (91.5 points).

The Global Competitiveness Report is an annual study by the WEF, assessing both microeconomic and macroeconomic foundations, comprising 98 indicators.

The 2018 report methodology includes several relatively novel factors such as idea generation, entrepreneurial culture, openness and agility.

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Indonesia's economic competitiveness has stepped up, according to the recently released Global Competitiveness Report by the World Economic Forum (WEF). Under the newly introduced Global Competitiveness Index 4.0, Indonesia has a score of 64.9 points and is ranked at 45th, up two places compared to the previous index.

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Actor Chow Yun-fat has decided that his entire net worth will go to charity, he told Hong Kong movie site Jayne Stars.

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Actor Chow Yun-fat has decided that his entire net worth will go to charity, he told Hong Kong movie site Jayne Stars.

The Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon star said, "The hardest thing in life is not about how much money you earn, but how to keep a peaceful mindset and live the rest of your life in a simple and carefree manner."

It was reported by The New Straits Times that Chow's net worth is valued at HK$5.6 billion (US$714 million).

Read also: Action movies should channel 'deep emotions' says John Woo

According to the article, Chow takes public transportation as often as possible and spends most of his time and money on charity work instead of on himself. "I don't wear clothes for other people. As long as I think it's comfortable, then it's good enough for me."

wrote that Chow said he spends a frugal amount of US$102 per month. Despite his wealth and his status as an Asian movie icon that is familiar to even American audiences for his role in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, as well as John Woo's A Better Tomorrow and The Killer, he thinks of himself as a normal person.

His wife, Jasmine Tan, was quoted in a report to have said that Chow was still using his 17-year-old Nokia phone. (acr/wng)

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Actor Chow Yun-fat has decided that his entire net worth will go to charity, he told Hong Kong movie site Jayne Stars. The Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon star said, "The hardest thing in life is not about how much money you earn, but how to keep a peaceful mindset and live the rest of your life in a simple and carefree manner."

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Malang AL QUR'AN museum

Jakarta | Wed, October 17, 2018 | 06:37 pm

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The Malang administration is set to build a 4D technology-based museum of the Quran, which will be integrated with the city's Islamic center.

"The museum will not [feature] the Quran from small to big sizes; we will design it just like the one in Dubai," said Malang Mayor Sutiaji in Malang, East Java, on Oct. 6 as quoted by Antara.

The museum will showcase a visualization from Quran content. Sutiaji also said that the combination of the 4D Al Quran Museum and the Malang City Islamic Center would offer a very unique and attractive concept that is expected to lure domestic as well as foreign tourists.

Read also: Jakpost explores Mount Bromo

He added that the initiative aims to popularize the destination as many Islamic Centers in other regions are not very popular among tourists. Furthermore, the city of Malang is already set to declare itself as one of the country's halal tourist destinations.

The Malang City Islamic Center is planned to be built on Jl. Mayjen Sungkono in Arjowinangun subdistrict, Kedungkandang district. Alongside Al Quran Museum, the two buildings will be set on a 5.65-hectare plot of land with development costs estimated to be around Rp 450 billion (US$29.69 million). (kes)

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The Malang administration is set to build a 4D technology-based museum of the Quran, which will be integrated with the city's Islamic center. "The museum will not [feature] the Quran from small to big sizes; we will design it just like the one in Dubai," said Malang Mayor Sutiaji in Malang, East Java, on Oct.

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Pakistan and Indonesia friendship; Republika; 24 Jan 2018

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By Ambassador Mohammad Aqil Nadeem, Embassy of Pakistan, Jakarta
REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, President of Indonesia His Excellency Joko Widodo and Madam Iriana Widodo would be visiting Pakistan on 26-27 January 2018 during their South Asian tour alongwith a big business delegation. Government and people of Pakistan are anxiously waiting for the leader of the largest Muslim population country with whom Pakistan always has strong fraternal ties.

During his visit, President Widodo is expected to have extensive discussions with Pakistani leadership on issues of mutual concerns. The highlight of the visit is the address of President Jokowi to the Joint session of Parliament. His other engagements include his meetings with the President of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain, Prime Minister of Pakistan Khaqan Abbasi, Chairman Senate Mian Raza Rabbani and Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq. He will also hold a tete a tete with the Prime Minster of Pakistan and later will lead delegation level talks.

A guard of honour and special fly past by JF -17, Pakistan-made fighter aircrafts will be conducted by Pakistan Air force at President's arrival at the Prime Minister House. It is expected that the President will witness signing of three MoUs and a protocol including Energy Cooperation, Diplomatic Training, Trade Facilitation and Amendment Protocol in Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA).

A Business Forum will also be organised to provide opportunities to the businessmen of both the countries to interact and seal business deals. A few things give this visit more prominence.

President Widodo will be addressing the Joint session of Parliament of Pakistan. He will be the second Indonesian leader to have this honour after President Soekarno who addressed the Parliament in 1963. President Mamnoon Hussain and his wife who visited Jakarta in March 2016 and have very fond memories of Indonesian hospitality, will be receiving and seeing off President Widodo and Madam Iriana at the airport as a mark of friendship and respect.

A display of JF-17 showing Pakistan's technological advances in aviation industries will further open defence industries cooperation. The MoU on energy cooperation is aimed at Pakistan's desire to import Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) from Indonesia which will diversify and multiply bilateral trade. Indonesia recently agreed to provide market access to additional 20 items from Pakistan to widen scope of PTA; the same will be reflected in signing of a Protocol during the visit.

The last bilateral visit from Indonesia to Pakistan was undertaken by President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (SBY) in 2005 while from Pakistan President Musharraf visited Indonesia in the year 2007. The leaders of the two countries however did meet at international forums including OIC Summit, Belt and Road Forum and D-8 Summit.

During the tenure of President Widodo bilateral political, defence and trade relations surged by leaps and bounds. Both countries held their inaugural Bilateral Consultative Forum in July 2017 and took stock of bilateral relations and international developments. Agreement on Defence Cooperative Activities was also ratified and activities under it have started rolling in.

People to people contacts have increased especially after liberal visa policy introduced by Indonesian government under President Widodo. Parliamentary relations were further strengthened and there was increased interaction between the two parliaments. Number of Indonesian students going to study in Pakistan increased manifold.

President Widodo's visit is coming at the heel of regional and global challenges. The two countries being in top ten most populated countries and largest in Muslim world need to better coordinate with each other on international issues. The visit will also provide the opportunity to share views on recent developments in Middle East, South Asia and broader region.

Pakistan welcomes Indonesia's desire to play a constructive role to resolve conflict in Afghanistan. With rising xenophobia and anti-muslim propaganda across the western world, Indonesia and Pakistan can present the true face of Islam which calls for peace for all humanity.

Pakistan with its growing economy offers plenty of investment opportunities for Indonesian businessmen. China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), a US $ 65 billion flagship project in Pakistan is now open to foreign investors as well. Indonesian companies have expertise in construction and they should not miss this opportunity.

Pakistan's imports of coal, edible oil and LNG are increasing and Indonesia is one of the best options for these commodities. On the other hand, Pakistan is looking for new markets for its exports and interested to get benefit of PTA. Its exports to Indonesia are gradually increasing and with new tariff concessions under PTA, it is expected to grow further. Lesser the unfair protectionist measures by Indonesia, more will be trade. It will also help reduce the trade deficit for Pakistan.

With a large pool of young population there are plenty of opportunities for both countries to develop fintech and innovative technology. Both countries which are vibrant democracies and facing similar challenges should cooperate more at international stage.

Regional conflicts as well as challenges faced by Muslim Ummah need our attention and resolve to bring conflicting parties to a truce. Indonesia's democratic credentials are respected in Pakistan. Despite the largest country in terms of population, size and economy, it always keeps regional countries alongside and builds consensus rather than bullying. This is the mature character that we also seek in our South Asian region.

Our bilateral relations go back even before independence of our two nations from colonial powers. Muhammad Ali Jinnah extended his support to President Soekarno for his struggle against Dutch and both countries established diplomatic relations soon after independence.

The bonds further cemented when Muhammad Ali Bogra, the Prime Minister of Pakistan also joined as a basic member of Asia Africa Conference established in 1955 in Bandung. President Soekarno's commitment towards Pakistan earned him a great respect in Pakistan and many squares are named after him. Indonesia's assistance to Pakistan in 1965 war is always revered by the Pakistani nation.

Pakistan respects Indonesia's stance on Palestine and expects its full support to 13 million Kashmiri people who are waiting for their freedom from the occupying forces. Both the countries had extended generous support to each other in times of natural disaster such as tsunami, earth quakes, floods and epidemics.

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By Ambassador Mohammad Aqil Nadeem, Embassy of Pakistan, Jakarta REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, President of Indonesia His Excellency Joko Widodo and Madam Iriana Widodo would be visiting Pakistan on 26-27 January 2018 during their South Asian tour alongwith a big business delegation.

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Rupiah strengthen in 2 days; Jakarta Post; 18 Oct 2018

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The rupiah stood at Rp 15,178 against the US dollar on Wednesday, having strengthened 0.18 percent from a day prior, according to the Jakarta interbank spot dollar rate (JISDOR).

It is the second day the rupiah strengthened since Monday, when the exchange rate stood at Rp 15,446 per dollar.

Meanwhile, in the foreign exchange spot market, the rupiah was quoted at Rp 15,185 per dollar at 10:17 a.m. on Wednesday.

Securities firm Samuel Sekuritas Indonesia economist Ahmad Mikail said the dollar index stood at 95.18 percent, slightly higher than Tuesday's index, but it was on a declining trend, compared to the index last week.

Ahmad estimated the dollar index would range between 95.00 to 95.5 percent on Wednesday.

"The dollar weakening was supported by investors' positive sentiment toward the performance of stock markets in emerging countries as well as the bourse in the US," Ahmad said was quoted by kontan.co.id.

He said improvements in the US stock market were expected to help strengthen the rupiah as there would be capital inflow to Indonesia through the purchase of shares and bonds.

He estimates the rupiah exchange rate to range between Rp 15,150 and 15,250 per dollar on Wednesday. (bbn)

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The rupiah stood at Rp 15,178 against the US dollar on Wednesday, having strengthened 0.18 percent from a day prior, according to the Jakarta interbank spot dollar rate (JISDOR). It is the second day the rupiah strengthened since Monday, when the exchange rate stood at Rp 15,446 per dollar.