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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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August
Indonesian House Speaker Hands Over AIPA Chairmanship to Laos
Written by Nur Yasmin
VOINews, Jakarta - Speaker of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia (DPR RI) and president of the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA), Puan Maharani, handed over the chairmanship of AIPA to Laos on Wednesday.
"As the 44th president of AIPA, I hand over the gavel to Laos, as a token of the Lao presidency for the next AIPA session," Maharani said here.
She symbolically handed over the gavel of the AIPA session to the president of the National Assembly of Laos and Speaker of the Lao parliament, Xaysomphone Phomvihane, as a symbol of the AIPA presidency relay.
The 45th AIPA General Assembly will take place in October 2024 in Laos.
Maharani also handed over the AIPA flag relay as a sign of the handover of the AIPA secretariat from Indonesia to Laos. She expressed the hope that Laos will continue Indonesia's efforts and make the next AIPA General Assembly a success.
"I also appreciate the commitment of all delegations in promoting the spirit of ASEAN unity to address all differences that arise in every discussion at the 44th AIPA General Assembly," she added.
In the meantime, Phomvihane said that the Lao parliament is ready to organize the 45th AIPA by learning from the success of the Indonesian parliament.
"As the host, Indonesia has held the 44th AIPA session very successfully, and Laos is ready to continue this success in the 45th AIPA session in 2024," Phomvihane said after receiving the AIPA presidency relay from Maharani.
The House of Representatives of Indonesia hosted the AIPA session as chair of AIPA for 2023. This was in line with Indonesia's 2023 ASEAN chairmanship. (Antaranews)
August
President Reminds of ASEAN's Purpose To Make Region Stable, Peaceful
Written by Nur Yasmin
VOINews, Jakarta - President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) reminded of the purpose of the ASEAN, established 56 years ago, to make the region peaceful, stable, and prosperous.
"Today, 56 years ago, ASEAN was established to make Southeast Asia a peaceful, stable, and prosperous region. Today, I want us to reaffirm that spirit and determination," Jokowi remarked at the commemoration event of ASEAN's 56th Anniversary at the ASEAN Secretariat Building here on Tuesday.
The head of state noted that the current global dynamics and challenges are not easy to overcome along with the still-recovering global economy after the pandemic and sharper rivalries between countries.
However, President Jokowi expressed belief that the ASEAN is able to face these global challenges as long as it remains united.
According to the president, the ASEAN is characterized by much diversity that complements and strengthens each other.
The differences among ASEAN member states do not hinder the region's determination and ideals, he affirmed.
The head of state also emphasized that the ASEAN should be able to become the epicentrum of growth that proffers greater benefits to the people of the region and the world.
Hence, to this end, Jokowi urged the ASEAN to utilize its economic growth, demographic bonus, and the best economic opportunities.
"We must take advantage of this momentum to make ASEAN the future of the world, as an anchor of peace, stability, and world prosperity," Jokowi stated.
President Jokowi further stated that Indonesia, as the chair of ASEAN this year, is keen to build a strong foundation in the region, so that it is able to face challenges and respond to global dynamics.
After delivering his remarks, President Jokowi cut the nasi tumpeng, or yellow rice that is consumed during special occasions, and handed the first piece to ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn and the second piece to Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi. (Antaranews)
August
All Matters Related to 43rd ASEAN Summit Already Prepared: President
Written by Nur Yasmin
VOINews, Jakarta - President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) stated that all matters pertaining to the implementation of the 43rd ASEAN Summit, scheduled in Jakarta on September 5-7, 2023, have been prepared.
After attending the ASEAN 56th Anniversary commemoration event here on Tuesday, Jokowi explained that the readiness is expected to reach 100 percent ahead of the Southeast Asian bloc's summit in September 2023.
"Everything has been planned and prepared, and we hope that everything will be 100-percent ready during the ASEAN Summit in September," Jokowi remarked.
When ANTARA sought confirmation on the presence of non-ASEAN heads of state who will attend the 43rd ASEAN Summit in Jakarta, Jokowi stated that everything is still in progress.
"So far, (everything) is under process," he remarked.
Similarly, responding to whether US President Joe Biden will attend the 43rd ASEAN Summit, Jokowi stated that everything is still in progress.
"The (attendance) confirmation is still under process," he noted.
In May 2023, eight ASEAN heads of state, the ASEAN Secretary General, and Timor-Leste Prime Minister Taur Matan Ruak attended the 42nd ASEAN Summit in Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara.
Thailand and Myanmar did not attend the 42nd Summit.
During the commemoration event of ASEAN's 56th Anniversary, President Jokowi stated that Indonesia, as the chair of ASEAN this year, is keen to build a strong foundation in the region, so that it is able to face challenges and respond to global dynamics.
"We realize that Myanmar's situation is still a challenge, (and) ASEAN helps Myanmar with the Five-Point Consensus. However, we must realize that the situation can be resolved if there is political will throughout Myanmar," Jokowi stated.
The president remarked that the ASEAN is a "vessel" that must continue to sail forward.
"This vessel must not sink, as this is our responsibility for hundreds of (millions) of lives, the people who are on board," Jokowi remarked. (antaranews)
August
Maintaining ASEAN's Solidity Crucial To Play Central Role: Jokowi
Written by Nur Yasmin
VOINews, Jakarta - Indonesian President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) stated that if ASEAN countries continue to be solid with mutual trust, then the region can play a central role and will remain relevant.
"The outlook of mutual trust and ASEAN solidity is very important, including solidity between ASEAN member governments, ASEAN member parliaments, and with other stakeholders. If the ASEAN is solid, then the ASEAN can play its central role and continue to be relevant," he noted at the opening of the 44th ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA) in Jakarta, Monday.
Moreover, the president underscored the need for the government, parliament, and all stakeholders in the region to work for the welfare of the ASEAN community.
According to Jokowi, ASEAN's economic growth continues to be stable and is considered worldwide as one of the motors of world economic growth.
"As Chair of ASEAN, Indonesia wants ASEAN to remain as the center of world economic growth and the epicenter of growth," he affirmed.
Hence, President Jokowi suggested that ASEAN economic integration must continue to be strengthened, supported by the removal of trade barriers between ASEAN partners and increase in mutually beneficial economic cooperation.
He also reminded that the parliament is the representative voice of the people. Hence, the opening of the ASEAN charter that began with the words "We, the Peoples" means that the public's aspirations must be put forward.
"It has been 56 years that the ASEAN has contributed greatly to peace and stability in the region. However, we must work hard since regional peace and stability must always be realized," he remarked.
He also emphasized that the ASEAN needs to maintain an outlook of mutual trust and solidity in order to jointly strive for regional peace and stability.
"For this matter, ASEAN (members) must cooperate and trust each other to become a leader in maintaining peace and stability in the region," he said. (antaranews)
August
ASEAN Requires Parliaments' Support To Build Prosperous SE Asia
Written by Nur Yasmin
VOINews, Jakarta - Indonesian President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) emphasized that the ASEAN needs the support of its parliaments to build a prosperous Southeast Asian region.
"Our task is to leverage the trust in ASEAN to build a prosperous Southeast Asia. This requires the support of ASEAN parliaments," he noted during the 44th General Assembly of the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA) in Jakarta on Monday.
Jokowi cited a survey conducted by the EU-ASEAN Business Sentiment among 600 private sectors in the EU, revealing that the ASEAN is considered as a region with the best economic opportunities, at 63 percent, surpassing China, 12 percent, and India, eight percent.
Around 80 percent of the respondents in the survey also view ASEAN as an essential region, and approximately 84 percent are keen to increase their trade transactions with ASEAN.
"The survey shows a high level of confidence in ASEAN, and our collective task is to capitalize on that trust," Jokowi affirmed.
He also underscored the importance of all parties working hard to realize a prosperous Southeast Asian region.
"The ASEAN Charter begins with 'We The Peoples,' signifying that the interests of the ASEAN people are paramount," Jokowi stated.
The charter, established during the 13th ASEAN Summit in November 2007, serves as the foundational document of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Through the ASEAN Charter, the organization's principles, rules, and values are formally documented, providing a legal framework for its operations.
The charter also outlines the objectives and aspirations of ASEAN and establishes the institutional structure necessary for their realization. (Antaranews)
August
Foreign Minister Encourages EAMF to Create an 'Ocean of Cooperation' in the Indo-Pacific
Written by Nur Yasmin
VOInews, Jakarta: Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi reminded the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. According to her, the Indo-Pacific has great potential as the most strategic sea and a major shipping route. In addition, the Indo-Pacific is also an important source of livelihood for millions of people in the region, including the interests of great powers.
"Failure to manage this could threaten peace and stability in the region. We must avoid our region turning into an epicenter of conflict," she said at the 11th Expanded ASEAN Maritime Forum (EAMF) in Nusa Dua, Bali, Wednesday (2/8).
Retno said, over the past five decades, ASEAN has worked hard to deny this possibility, including through strict adherence to international law and an inclusive regional architecture. According to her, all countries should be able to feel safe and secure and free from the threat of military force.
"Our maritime sphere must contribute to making the region an epicenter of growth," she said.
Therefore, Retno encouraged all parties to find a common way to regulate behavior in the Indo-Pacific maritime region. She encouraged the Indo-Pacific maritime region to become a peaceful and safe ocean.
"A peaceful ocean means our actions should not cause insecurity for others, including unnecessary power projection and building alliances to contain other countries. Our waters must not be used as battlegrounds or platforms to launch attacks against others," she said.
In addition, she also encouraged the consistent application of international law, including by adhering to the Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and other rules of the game in the region such as the Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN), the Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation (TAC), and the nuclear weapon-free zone (SEANWFZ).
Furthermore, Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi also encouraged the Indo-Pacific sea to become a sea of cooperation. This, she said, means using collaboration as a catalyst to build trust and lasting peace.
"The ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific is critical to building habits of cooperation in the maritime field. Our cooperation should be geared towards addressing climate change in our oceans, marine pollution and IUU fishing crimes, developing the blue economy, promoting maritime safety and supporting the livelihoods of coastal communities," she said.
She also encouraged the EAMF Forum to become a policy dialog platform to synergize policies on maritime governance cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. According to him, the road to creating peace and stability is still long and requires support from all stakeholders in the region.
"I hope this EAMF meeting can be a starting point in our journey," she concluded. (VOI)
August
Ambassador Optimistic About Morocco-Indonesia Bilateral Ties
Written by Nur Yasmin
VOINews, Jakarta - Moroccan Ambassador to Indonesia Ouadia Benabdellah has expressed hope that the bilateral relationship between Morocco and Indonesia will continue to improve.
"I am optimistic about the improvement in bilateral relations that we have achieved in the last few years," Ouadia said during an event in Jakarta on Monday to mark the 24th anniversary of the enthronement of the King of Morocco, Mohammed VI.
"It is hoped that bilateral relations between Indonesia and Morocco will continue to move forward to achieve a promising partnership, especially in the economic, industrial, and food security sectors," he added.
He said that there are still many opportunities that need to be explored further in the development of bilateral relations between the two countries.
"Therefore, I urge both nations to continue working together and provide opportunities for Indonesian and Moroccan entrepreneurs to develop more promising partnerships," the ambassador said.
"We can work together. Yes, we can, and we must work together to benefit both countries," he said.
Regarding the celebration of the 24th anniversary of the enthronement of King Mohammed VI, Ambassador Ouadia said that the Moroccan people really love their king.
"As the king, he is the symbol of the nation, the guarantor of its unity, and the designer of the renaissance of modern Morocco," he said.
He also expressed his appreciation to the Indonesian people for establishing friendly relations with Moroccans living in Indonesia.
"This unity is reflected by peace, brotherhood, solidarity, and the respect for the principle of unity and the sovereignty and common values that our two countries share and believe in for a more prosperous and peaceful world," he said. (Antaranews)
July
Indonesia Generates Nine MoUs In Health Sector with China: Minister
Written by Nur Yasmin
VOINews, Jakarta - Indonesia has generated nine memoranda of understanding (MoUs) for cooperation with the private health sector in China on the sidelines of Indonesian President Joko Widodo's (Jokowi's) working visit to the country.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi in a video press statement regarding the results of President Jokowi's working visit to China on Thursday said that Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin has held meetings with over 30 Chinese health business people.
"Minister Sadikin's meeting resulted in nine MoUs for the private sector, including those related to technology transfer for vaccine production, including halal vaccines," Minister Marsudi revealed.
She noted that the other MoUs produced also included cooperation in the production of diagnostic tools and management of health information systems.
She stated that Minister Sadikin's meeting with Chinese health sector businesses was also aimed at facilitating matchmaking between businesses in the Indonesia-China Health Care and Bio-Tech Investment Forum.
Moreover, she stated that the Indonesian government had also signed an action plan for implementing the MoU on health cooperation with China.
"This is a follow-up to the MoU that was signed last year," she remarked.
Meanwhile, at a bilateral meeting between President Jokowi and President Xi Jinping, the two leaders pushed to strengthen cooperation on genomic vaccines and biotechnology to deal with the possibility of a new pandemic in future.
"Including through the development of a national gene bank and biotechnology center in Indonesia," Minister Marsudi remarked.
President Jokowi paid a working visit to Chengdu, China, on July 27-28, to fulfill President Jinping's invitation, in line with the 10 years of Indonesia-China comprehensive strategic partnership.
Accompanying President Jokowi on this working visit were Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Muhadjir Effendy, Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, Minister of Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi, Minister of Health Budi Gunadi Sadikin, Minister of Investment and Head of the Investment Coordinating Board Bahlil Lahadalia, Head of the New Capital City (IKN) Nusantara Authority Bambang Susantono, and Indonesian Ambassador to China Djauhari Oratmangun. (Antaranews)
July
President Jokowi Scheduled To Attend Universiade Chengdu Opening
Written by Nur Yasmin
VOINews, Jakarta - President of the Republic of Indonesia Joko Widodo (Jokowi) is scheduled to attend the opening ceremony of the World Student Sports Festival, or FISU Universiade in Chengdu, China, Friday.
The visit was part of the series of the second-day working visits to the country.
As quoted from the official statement from the Press Bureau of the Presidential Secretariat, the head of state is scheduled to start the second day of activities with an agenda meeting with several Chinese businessmen at the Shangri-La Hotel in Chengdu.
Meanwhile, First Lady Iriana Joko Widodo is scheduled to visit a panda breeding site at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.
In the afternoon, the President and the First Lady are scheduled to meet an invitation to a luncheon from Chinese President Xi Jinping and Madam Peng Liyuan that is planned to be attended by several leaders from other countries.
President Jokowi is then scheduled to meet student athletes, who are part of the Indonesian contingent for the Chengdu Universiade.
In the evening, President Jokowi and the First Lady will attend the opening ceremony of the Chengdu Universiade at the Dong'an Lake Sports Stadium before ending their working visit in China and returning to Jakarta.
Meanwhile, the Indonesian contingent is strengthened by 51 student athletes from 31 tertiary educational institutions to compete at the Chengdu Universiade on July 25-August 9, 2023.
Indonesia took part in eight of the 31 sports contested at the event, including athletics, badminton, rowing, judo, swimming, taekwondo, tennis, and wushu.
The Universiade is a biannual student-level summer Olympics organized by the International Student Sports Federation (FISU).
Chengdu was actually the host for the 2021 Universiade that had to be deferred to 2022 due to the postponement of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics on account of the COVID-19 pandemic.
However, on May 6, 2022, FISU again issued a postponement of the Universiade Chengdu schedule since the COVID-19 pandemic situation at that time had worsened again.
This year's Universiade Chengdu replaces a similar edition for 2023 that was originally held in Yekaterinburg, Russia. Yekaterinburg's hosting rights were revoked as a sanction for Russia's invasion of Ukraine. (Antaranews)
July
Indonesia Outlines Its Efforts To Support Food System Transformation
Written by Nur Yasmin
VOINews, Jakarta - National Development Planning Minister and National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas) head Suharso Monoarfa has outlined three efforts made by Indonesia to support the transformation of global food systems to achieve sustainable development goals (SDGs).
"First, Indonesia commits to transforming its food system at the national and regional levels," he said at the United Nations Food Systems Summit (UNFSS) +2 Stocktaking Moment, held at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Rome, Italy.
Indonesia's Law No. 18 of 2023 concerning Food has mandated the country to transform its food system into a more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable one, Monoarfa observed in an official statement received in Jakarta on Wednesday.
As the largest archipelagic state, Indonesia is striving to transform its food system by localizing it according to the country's local biodiversity and sociocultural aspects, he informed.
"In this context, Indonesia considers agricultural food system transformation and the nexus of food, energy, and water, as essential aspects of the 2025–2045 National Long-term Development Plan (RPJPN)," he said.
The minister then elaborated on the second effort, stating that Indonesia is emphasizing the importance of strengthening the agricultural sector and supporting smallholders in efforts to successfully transform its food system.
"Smallholders play a crucial role in the food system. Therefore, the Indonesian government takes initiative to create an 'enabling environment' that can help smallholders," Monoarfa explained.
The final effort pertains to the urgency to forge stronger and more inclusive multi-party partnerships for transforming the food system.
The minister said that the Indonesian government has initiated a series of multiparty dialogues and partnerships, such as the formulation of the Regional Action Plan for Food and Nutrition, to achieve this end.
In addition, the central government has allocated a dedicated budget to help regional governments develop local food systems, he added.
"The world should intensify cooperation and collaboration for the sake of the development of the food system. Together, we must invest even greater collective efforts to achieve the targets set in the SDGs," he stressed.
Furthermore, he urged the world to achieve the goals by developing more sustainable, just, and resilient food systems with the objective of alleviating global famine and poverty. (Antaranews)