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PLN Gradually Recovers Electricity Supply (0)
State-owned electricity firm PT PLN has recovered electric power to Balaraja Extra High Voltage substation in Banten Province, and furthermore it will be channeled to Suralaya steam-fueled power plant (PLTU) to gradually recover its operation to reach its capacity of 2800 MW of electricity.
In addition, power supply from Gandul Extra High Voltage substations in Depok, West Java Province, will be channeled to Muara Karang gas and steam power plant (PLTGU) to supply electricity to the Indonesian capital city, Jakarta.
Acting President Director of PLN Sripeni Inten Cahyani said here on Sunday that the power supply to Jakarta was expected to recover within three hours.
"We apologize for the inconvenience today, and currently all efforts have been made to recover the Java-Bali power system, especially in the area of West Java, Banten, and Jakarta," Cahyani said.
The company has focused on power supply to PLTGU Muara Karang and PLTGU Priok to recover the system in the capital city.
Previously, PLN has recovered the operation of hydro-generated power plant (PLTA) Saguling and PLTA Cirata which are functioned as power stabilizer, and, at the same time, supply the electricity to PLTU Suralaya through Cibinong, Depok, Gandul, Lengkok, Balaraja and Suralaya extra high voltage substations.
PLTU Suralaya is expected to return to its normal operation within six hours to normalize power system in West Java and Banten.
Blackout that affected thousands of homes and public facilities in West Java, Jakarta, and Banten was caused by several troubles in the extra high voltage 500 kV transmission of Ungaran - Pemalang.
"PLN has taken its best efforts and will have evaluation to prevent recurrence of today's incident," Cahyani said.
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November
G20 Summit Golden Momentum of Indonesia-UK Diplomatic Relations
Written by Nur Yasmin
The presidency of the G20 Summit is a golden momentum for Indonesia-UK diplomatic relations. This was conveyed by British Ambassador to Indonesia Owen Jenkins.
"I feel very fortunate to be in Indonesia. This is the golden age of good relations between the two countries," Ambassador Owen told journalists, Wednesday (16/11/2022).
He considered that the relations between the two countries had been very good so far. Of course, with various collaborations in various fields.
"I think relations between the two countries are in very good condition. I think both Indonesia and the UK see great potential for the two countries to work together in a number of fields and sectors," he said.
Regarding the theme of the G20 Indonesia presidency 'Recovering Together, Recovering Stronger', Owen believes that this theme has represented the concerns of all countries after the pandemic. Especially those that have an impact on countries in the world in many aspects, both economic, educational and cultural.
"Of course I think it is the right jargon as well as the theme needed by the world today. And I think that when Indonesia adopted this jargon it was very appropriate," he said.
Furthermore, he also mentioned the other benefits of the G20 for relations between Indonesia and the UK, especially economic benefits. According to Owen, the two countries will gain a lot of economic benefits from Indonesia's G20 Presidency.
"Currently we still have very close cooperation. In the renewable energy transition sector," he said.
"I think both countries can benefit tremendously from the G20 presidency. And like my previous statement, the priority issue is also a stimulus to boost the economies of both countries, both for Britain and Indonesia," he said. (RRI)
November
G20 Success, Threat of 2023 Recession Won't Happen
Written by Nur Yasmin
Indonesia's threat of a recession in 2023 will not occur. This was reflected in the success of the G20 Summit in Bali.
"I see that Indonesia will not experience a recession in 2023," said member of Commission XI DPR RI, Andi Achmad Dara to RRI.co.id, Wednesday (11/16/2022).
Precisely at this time, he continued, Indonesia is experiencing growth after being hit by the Covid-19 pandemic. "Even though all countries globally are experiencing recessions, energy crises, financial and food crises," he said.
However, continued Andi, in the future, Indonesia will experience quite good optimization. In addition, the G20 Summit was a success, adding new enthusiasm for Indonesia to grow.
"In the G20 Presidency, all heads of state were present and highly respected Indonesia's current condition. As a result of the G20 Summit, many collaborations were established in various fields, from infrastructure to finance," explained Andi.
Andi said that while conducting socialization and education on the love of the rupiah. This activity was carried out together with Bank Indonesia for the people of Tangerang City. (RRI)
November
Indonesia-Turkey Sign Cooperation Contract at the G20 Summit
Written by Nur Yasmin
The Government of Indonesia and the Government of Turkey signed a cooperation contract between the private sectors in the series of organizing the G20 Summit.
Several collaborations witnessed by the Minister of Public Works and Public Housing (PUPR) Basuki Hadimuljono were carried out starting from the construction of toll roads to defense.
For the construction of the Trans Sumatra toll road it was signed by Operations Director III PT Hutama Karya Koentjoro. As well as Deputy President of the Board of Directors of ERG Insaat Ticaret ve Sanayi Mustafa Sani Erbilgin.
PUPR Ministry spokesperson Endra S. Atmawidjaja said Turkey has good experience and mastery of technology in toll road construction. So, this collaboration is very appropriate as a step to continue the construction of the Trans Sumatra toll road.
"For this reason, we hope that this MoU will not stop here, but can produce output and real impact for Indonesia," said Endra, Tuesday (15/11/2022).
Meanwhile, the electric bus production cooperation was signed by the Co-Founder of PT Scahmindo Perkasa Roberto Pangasian. Followed by the CEO of Karsan Otomotiv Sanayii ve Ticaret Okan Bas.
There is also cooperation in the field of defense signed by the Indonesian Minister of Defense (Menhan) Prabowo Subianto and Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar. Then, the MoU on research, technology and innovation collaboration by the Head of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) Laksana Tri Handoko and Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu.
"After being planned since 2020 and having been hampered by the Covid-19 pandemic, these cooperation contracts can be realized. Hopefully they can be implemented soon to improve the welfare of Indonesian and Turkish citizens," said Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto in his remarks. (RRI)
November
President Jokowi Pushes for Strengthening Global Health Architecture
Written by Nur Yasmin
President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) pushed for strengthening the global health architecture at the G20 Summit.
According to him, the world must not be complacent even though it is now recovering from the Covid-19 pandemic because the next health emergency can arise at any time.
Therefore, President Jokowi encourages the G20 to take concrete and immediate steps so that the world is better prepared to save lives and the world economy.
This was stated by President Jokowi in the second session of the G20 Summit which discussed health issues at the Apurva Kempinski Hotel, Badung, Bali, Tuesday (11/15/2022).
"The G20 must take concrete and immediate steps. First, the global health architecture must be strengthened. We need a stronger and more effective WHO so that solidarity and justice must become the spirit of the global health architecture," said the President.
In this regard, the G20 has succeeded in establishing a pandemic fund. According to the President, this initiative must be followed by additional funding contributions so that it functions optimally.
"I invite all parties to contribute, Indonesia has committed $50 million. The G20 must also take part in overseeing the process of forming this Pandemic Treaty," he said.
Second, the President encourages developing countries to be empowered as part of the solution. According to him, health capacity gaps cannot be tolerated and developing countries need empowering partnerships.
In addition, he said, developing countries must also become part of the global health supply chain, including manufacturing and research centers.
"This can only happen if investment in the health industry is increased, research cooperation and technology transfer are strengthened. And access to production raw materials for developing countries is expanded," he said. (RRI)
November
UN Secretary General, US President Praises Indonesia As G20 Host
Written by Nur Yasmin
The country guests at the G20 Summit praised the organization of the conference and President Joko Widodo's leadership.
President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Thomas Bach attending a luncheon at the Bamboo Dome at The Apurva Kempinski, Nusa Dua, Bali. He expressed his appreciation for the holding of the G20 Summit.
Bach said the theme of the G20 Summit Recover Together, Recover Stronger was in accordance with the IOC's new motto, namely Faster, Higher, Stronger, Together.
“The G20 motto perfectly echoes the new Olympic motto,” said Bach, quoted by TVRINews, Wednesday (16/11/2022).
Prior to Bach, praise and appreciation had also been addressed to President Joko Widodo who was considered capable of encouraging dialogue in the interests of all citizens of the world. One of them is the President of the United States Joe Biden.
President Biden was the only head of state who made a gesture of respect by raising his right hand to forehead level when meeting President Jokowi upon arriving at The Apurva Kempinski, the location for the G20 Summit.
Through its official Instagram, @POTUS hopes to continue working with Indonesia in preserving system-based rules and international interests that adhere to human rights.
"Indonesia is an active and crucial partner for the United States," Biden continued.
Likewise, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida expressed his appreciation to President Joko Widodo for his role in the G20 Presidency. The two met at The Apurva Kempinski, on Monday (14/11) afternoon.
"I want to continue to work with Indonesia in dealing with issues in the region as well as new issues at the global (level), including efforts to create a free and open Indo-Pacific," said Fumio Kishida.
Then, the Russian Government through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, also previously voiced its respect for the Indonesian Presidency at the G20 because it brought a unifying message.
"We welcome the constructive approach of the current Indonesian leadership to advance a unifying agenda under the motto of post-crisis global economic recovery," said Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Maria Zakharova on Thursday (10/11).
Furthermore, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese via his personal Instagram account @albomp on Monday (14/11), called Indonesia a friend who has the same views on peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific.
Not only state officials, the Secretary General of the United Nations (UN) António Guterres also saluted Indonesia's leadership at the G20. According to Guterres, Indonesia, which has taken the lead in geopolitical tensions that have triggered economic turmoil, has succeeded in encouraging dialogue among the G20 countries.
"I admire what Indonesia has done as (holder of) the G20 Presidency, under President Joko Widodo," said Guterres. (RRI)
November
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque symbolizes RI-UAE friendship: Widodo
Written by Nur Yasmin
The newly-inaugurated Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Solo, Central Java, is a symbol of the brotherhood between the people of Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) has said.
"This mosque will serve as a symbol of brotherhood, a symbol of friendship between the people of Indonesia and the UAE," the President remarked while issuing a press statement after attending a series of events ahead of the G20 Summit.
The statement was streamed on the Youtube channel of the Presidential Secretariat on Monday night.
Widodo and UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan inaugurated the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Banjarsari sub-district, Surakarta, Central Java, on Monday morning.
The inauguration of the mosque took place amid the Indonesian President's hectic agenda ahead of the G20 Summit in Nusa Dua, Bali.
Both leaders arrived at the mosque at 7:25 a.m. local time (UTC +7), following which they took a tour of the mosque and offered a short prayer.
Widodo and Mohammed bin Zayed then walked to the mosque's front yard to sign a plaque and plant a tree together.
He spent some time greeting the residents gathered on the mosque’s grounds, following which he and Mohammed bin Zayed left the mosque.
Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut Cholil Qoumas, Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto, Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo, Surakarta Mayor Gibran Rakabuming Raka, as well as UAE representatives and Muslim figures attended the mosque's opening ceremony. (Antaranews)
November
Indonesia, Turkey ink pact to make electric buses, build toll road
Written by Nur Yasmin
Indonesia and Turkey signed several strategic government-to-government and two business-to-business agreements on Monday.
"In accordance with the President's directives, there are several important agreements between the business world (of the two countries) that we have so far encouraged and now, it has entered the final process. But only two agreements are ready to be signed," Indonesian Ambassador to Turkey Lalu M. Iqbal informed in a written statement released on Monday.
The two nations will soon focus on realizing the agreements they have signed and accelerating the signing of agreements that are currently under discussion.
The two business-to-business agreements inked by the two countries cover the joint production of electric buses by Karsan of Turkey and PT Schahmindo Perkasa (Credo Group) of Indonesia and the construction of the Trans-Sumatra Toll Road by PT Hutama Karya of Indonesia and Turkish contractor ERG Insaat.
The signing of the agreements was witnessed by Indonesian Minister of Public Works and Public Housing, Basuki Hadimuljono, and Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu.
The agreements between the governments of the two countries cover cooperation in the fields of defense, environment, forestry, research and technology, innovation, and development cooperation assistance.
President Joko Widodo took note of the signing of the agreements during bilateral talks with his Turkish counterpart, Recep Tayyib Erdogan, at the Apurva Kempinski in Bali on Monday. (Antaranews)
November
Ministry of Investment Introduces Bali G20 Compendium
Written by Nur Yasmin
The Ministry of Investment/Investment Coordination Agency (BKPM) officially introduced the Bali Compendium (Kompendium Bali). This is to encourage mutual respect for the investment policies of each G20 country according to their strengths.
"There are countries that feel more entitled and regulate other countries. Because this is not relevant to current global developments," said Investment Minister/Head of BKPM Bahlil Lahadalia in a statement, Monday (14/11/2022).
Bahlil expressed his gratitude for the cooperation of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) which has compiled this Bali Compendium together with the Ministry of Investment/BKPM. "And this will later be used as a guide by the G20 countries," said Bahlil.
Meanwhile, UNCTAD Secretary General Rebeca Grynspan expressed her deepest appreciation to the Minister of Investment for her support and solidarity with other developing countries. Rebeca said that the Bali Compendium contained various relevant experiences related to the promotion of sustainable investment from all G20 countries.
"This compendium comes at an opportune time when the world is in crisis, severe inequality and chronic instability. This compendium offers smart solutions to the investment challenges we face," said Rebeca.
On this occasion, the Ministry of Investment/BKPM also launched the Sustainable Investment Guidelines (SIG). This is in line with the Government of Indonesia's commitment to a green economy.
The preparation of this Sustainable Investment Guide is the result of a collaboration between the Ministry of Investment/BKPM and the Coalition for the Grounded Economy, KADIN, APINDO. As well as representatives from community organizations, academics, investors, financial institutions, and MSME actors. (RRI)
November
Police Uses App to Monitor G20 Summit Route Security
Written by Nur Yasmin
The Traffic Corps (Korlantas) of the Police uses an application located at the security post. This is to monitor the smooth flow of the arrival of the VVIP delegates and guests of the G20 Summit (KTT) in Bali.
The Head of the National Police Traffic Corps, Inspector General Pol. Firman Shantyabudi said the post with the application would monitor the delegates. Starting from arriving in Bali, going to the event venue or accommodation, to facilitating the movement of traffic police officers in the field.
"There are several tasks being carried out. One of them is guarding the departure points from and destinations during the G20 Summit," said Firman in his written statement, Monday (11/14/2022).
Firman said the application was connected to cameras in the field, vehicles, and members of the National Police. In order for officers at the post to obtain various information needed at certain times and conditions.
Meanwhile, at the command post, there are several monitors containing a number of pictures of the movement of officers in the field, including the route the delegation will pass. "For example, there is a purple color depicting the position of Polri personnel on the road who regulates traffic," he said.
Furthermore, the light blue color depicts the position of electric vehicles, which are mostly deployed to escort delegates during activities in Bali. In addition, the dark blue color depicts vehicles that use fossil fuels.
"So, we monitor every movement. Making sure they are on a predetermined route and this helps if something happens we can report it to the command to provide assistance at what point," he said.
For track monitoring, Firman gave an example of the sophistication of technology that can be used to monitor road conditions from the airport to the hotel. "We take the example that Aipda Made will be in charge of driving an electric four-wheeled vehicle and he brings a delegation from India. So, we immediately knew which delegation this was and knew exactly what the duties of the members were," he said. (RRI)
November
Manpower Minister Appreciates Role of Labour20 in Employment Priorities
Written by Nur Yasmin
The Minister of Manpower (Menaker) Ida Fauziyah appreciates the role of Labor 20 (L20) which has resulted in a shared commitment to achieving the priority agenda for employment. According to him, this is an important capital for business continuity in the future.
The Minister of Manpower revealed that various efforts have been made to maintain business continuity as well as various employment challenges faced. The collaboration of all parties is crucial to optimize the implementation of the commitments agreed in the G20 Working Group on Manpower Sector.
"I strongly believe in the importance of solidarity, and cooperation. And the spirit of humanity to respond to global challenges, especially in the field of employment," said Minister of Manpower Ida Fauziyah.
She explained, to increase the role and contribution of L20 to adaptive and inclusive recovery. L20 can play an active role in supporting the five pillars of Active Labor Market Policies (ALMP).
First, on education reform and vocational training. Where L20 is expected to be able to work together to improve the competence of workers/laborers in the face of digitalization and the green economy transition.
"Tripartite collaboration between the government and L20 in vocational training is an effort to encourage worker productivity in a sustainable manner. One tangible form of collaboration is through the Community BLK program," said the Minister of Manpower.
The second role, said the Minister of Manpower, is in the context of the labor market. L20 is able to play a role as a labor market information partner in the company as well as an important actor in efforts to link and match the supply and demand of labor.
Third, L20 can be a partner for increasing entrepreneurship and business networks for working families. This includes women workers, persons with disabilities and youth groups.
Fourth, in the context of labor social security and adaptive work protection, L20 ensures protection that covers workers/labor, including informal workers. And also expand the partnership to become a participant in the social security of workers.
Fifth, the role of L20 is very crucial to create harmonious industrial relations to build work conduciveness and work productivity of workers. "Let's join hands and collaborate to realize social justice for all, without any group being left behind," she said. (RRI)