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The Indonesian Embassy in Beirut has acknowledged its continued support for trade cooperation improvement between Indonesia and Lebanon. Indonesian Ambassador to Lebanon Hajriyanto Y Thohari gave the Primaduta Award to Lebanese businessman and importer, George R Fattouh. The award was given for his service in helping market Indonesian products in Paris from the Middle East. The award was given at a ceremony at the Indonesian Embassy in Beirut, Thursday (11/1) Fatough, is the owner of George R. Fattouh S.A.L, a business that has been importing Indonesian products since the 1980s. It has a range of products, including: palm oil and its derivatives, oil and fats (including cocoa butter substitute, fat spread, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, and lauric confectionery fats), cardboard, stationary, and school equipment. Some Indonesian products are now even available at famous retail networks, such as Spinney’s and Carrefour. In 2022, the value imported by George R. Fattough S.A.L of Indonesian products, was 981.3 million USD. This was a 149.5 million USD increase when compared to 2021. Fattouh said Indonesian products are known for their quality and are in high demand in Lebanese markets. However, he said, the challenge now is increasing freight costs due to security challenges in the region.
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Listeners, a number of delicious dishes were served to the guests of Dhaup Ageng Pura Pakualaman Yogyakarta, at the wedding reception of the youngest son of K.G.P.A.A. Paku Alam X, namely B.P.H. Kusumo Kuntonugroho with Laily Annisa Kusumastuti which was held on January 10, 2024.Head of the Customs and Accommodation Division, Dhaup Ageng Pura Pakualaman, KRT Radyo Wisroyo said that the menu served to guests was quite varied. These menus are typical menus prepared by Pakualaman Pura, Indonesian menus and western food menus were also available. All invited guests including VIP and VVIP guests got the same menu. The first menu served to welcome guests, namely two types of welcome drink, namely lime lemongrass and ginger drink with lime. The welcome drink was given when guests sat down and watched the Bedhaya Sidamukti and Bedhaya Kakung Indrawidagda dance performances. Next, they gotsnacks for appetizer such as croquettes and other light snacks. There is a snack that is considered quite special and rare called Garulina. Garulina was the opening snack at the Pahargyan Dhaup Ageng Pakualaman lunch on the first day. Garulina has been around since the era before Indonesian independence. Garulina is actually not a typical Central Javanese food. It looks like the Lapis Legit layered cake, but there is something different, because there is a special layer like vla which is made from fresh milk, eggs and sugar. To get this sweet snack, Pakulaman Temple has to place a special order from the third generation of makers who have been pioneering since the 1950s. In Jogja, Garulina is very difficult to find and is considered rare because it is not sold every day.
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June
RRI World Service -Voice of Indonesia with Diplomatic Corner, a program which presents information about activities and progress of Indonesian diplomacy in the international world.
The first information is from New Delhi, India.
With happy feeling at around 7 o’clock A.M. local time, Indonesian Muslims flocked Baiturrahman mosque of Indonesian embassy in New Delhi to conduct Idul Fitri 1439 Hijriah prayer which felt on Friday, June 15. Besides Indonesian came to the mosques in New Delhi, other Muslims from other cities such as Aligarh, Gurgaon, Noida, and Lucknow, also attended to voice ‘takbir, tahlil and tahmid’ in a bid to welcome the day of victory after fasting one month. Around 100 Indonesian citizens shared happiness together. After worshiping Idul Fitri payer, gathering at the Indonesian embassy by all Indonesian citizens in New Delhi and surrounding area, was the most waited moment. Idul Fitri celebration at the Indonesian embassy in New Delhi was enlivened by not only Muslims, but also Indonesian citizens who follow different religions. This reflects harmony, tolerance and togetherness which become strength among Indonesian citizens in foreign country. Lebaran typical foods also made Lebaran nuance in New Delhi perfect.
The second information is from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Hard work by the staffs and high officials of Indonesian embassy in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia increased service and protection to Indonesian citizens, got appreciation from several Indonesian migrant workers. One of them who gave the statement was Emma who has worked for 10 years in Malaysia. Emma and some of her friends when having dialogue with RRI in Kuala Lumpur, on Sunday (17/6) admitted that they feel the change of service which has been carried out by the Indonesian embassy in Kuala Lumpur. Emma remarked that now, it is easy for Indonesian citizens in Kuala Lumpur to administer immigration document or other related documents. She viewed that the Indonesian embassy is very responsive to any problems posed by Indonesian citizens in Malaysia, especially if they busy with legal document. Currently, the Indonesian embassy is operating for 24 hours every weekday to serve Indonesian citizens, Malaysian citizens or citizens of other countries who are in Malaysia, and want to administer all immigration documents to visit Indonesia.
We end Diplomatic Corner with the information from the country.
On Thursday (14/6), European commission has updated EU Air Safety List on a list of airlines that do not meet the international safety standards. Thus, the airlines may not operate in European Union territory. Based on the newest list, 55 Indonesian airlines that were on the old list, have been issued from list of flight restrictions in European Union. The revocation was the result of collaboration which was very long among diplomacy, regulatory improvement and Indonesian flight safety standard which have been begun since 2007. Since 2007, European Union imposed a ban for Indonesian airlines to operate from and to the territory of European Union. In 2009 until 2011, gradually Indonesian airlines were revoked from the restriction list, namely Garuda Indonesia, Indonesia Air Asia, Airfast Indonesia, and Ekspres Transportasi Antarbenua. Meanwhile, in 2016, 3 Indonesian airlines were also issued from the restriction list, namely Lion Air, Batik Air, and Citilink. The development has chance to increase national and international trust on Indonesian airlines’ industry, to facilitate, to enhance tourism industry more solidly, and to open up opportunities for the development of the national aviation industry to Europe.
June
The government of Malang, East Java targets that the ceramic product in Dinoyo is able to go international in the future. This was stated by Regional Secretary of Malang, Wasto after receiving equipment assistance from Ministry of Industry. He assessed that so far, the ceramic products in Dinoyo Malang continue to develop. Even, these provide economic contribute local people. Unfortunately, the products are still dominated by domestic market reaching 87 percent. In the future, there is good opportunity from overseas market. To reach the target, Wasto hopes that there is synergy among industry office, craftsmen and central government. The local human resources are also qualified. The target only needs more encouragement from central and regional governments on the ceramic industry.
Ins Shakti (A57) and Ins Kamorta (P28) of Indian Navy warships anchored at Soekarno Hatta port in Makassar, South Sulawesi to strengthen cooperation between Indonesia and India. Commander of the Headquarters of the Navy, First Admiral Dwi Sulaksono said in Makassar on Saturday that the arrival of Indian Navy warships is aimed at boosting relations and strengthening cooperation with Indonesian Navy. In addition, they also enjoyed various tourism and social events. The warships were welcomed by Music Unit of the Indonesian Navy and continued by draping flower to Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet Rear Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi along with Commanders of Indian warships. By being greeted in Makassar, the honorable guests were presented Massanang traditional dance from Tana Toraja, South Sulawesi. According to the Commander of the Headquarters of the Navy, the Indian two warships are scheduled to anchor in Makassar for 4 days and will conduct logistic reset to return to India after carrying out joint exercise along with the US Navy on Guam Island.
As many as 327 artists of Denpasar took part to enliven the 40th Balinese Art carnival which was released by President Joko Widodo in front of Balinese People Struggle Monument on Saturday. Acting Mayor of Denpasar, IGN Jaya Negara in Denpasar appreciated the artists who performed and the performance was witnessed by President Joko Widodo along with other invitees. Jaya Negara supported fully the artists who performed at the carnival as annual event which is centered at Denpasar Art Center. He also said that the event can become media of Denpasar’s artists to develop art and culture and local wisdom, especially Denpasar city as preservation and strengthening in art. He further said that the event was an art appreciation for all artists in Denpasar in a bid to preserve and develop their art.
June
"Make the art work as a source of inspiration to unify the nation, and unify the existing tribes of this nation and make the art as a source of energy of civilization of the nation." This is the message expressed by President Joko WIdodo, while closing a public lecture at the Campus Institute of Arts Indonesia, Denpasar, Bali on Saturday. In particular, he delivered the message in his public lecture entitled "The Advancement of Indonesian Art in Maintaining Indonesian Diversity and Unity." The explanation of the art was indeed presented in the framework of the 40th Bali Arts Festival being held for one month by displaying various arts, including the art work from abroad. But a deeper message is meant that Indonesian people continue to explore, maintain and develop the art. Indonesian nation with 714 different tribes certainly has a lot of art. According to 2015 data from the Ministry of Education and Culture of Indonesia, there are more than 5,700 types of art. Unfortunately throughout Indonesia, there are at least 58 kinds of dance art and 33 kinds of musical which are threatened to be almost extinct. The loss of Indonesian art will certainly reduce the character of Indonesia. Because in every region in Indonesia, the art becomes one of the characteristics and it’s unique for each region. In fact, this diversity is one of the advantages of the Indonesian nation, which is not owned by other nations. This diversity and characteristic are also possibly developed to become attractive performance. Besides having cultural values, art also has creative economic values. The efforts to promote Indonesian art are not only the responsibility of the government, but also the task of artists, students, lecturers of art schools. All related stakeholders are certainly expected to produce art work by exploring wealth and strengthening local wisdom. It is expected that more opportunities and facilities will be given to art groups to showcase their artwork. It’s necessary for many parties to cooperate and to further promote the art of Indonesia. There are some Indonesian art works which have been registered at the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization -UNESCO. So, the sense of belonging is possessed by not only the tribe, but also by all Indonesian people. The art work becomes the identity of the Indonesian nation.
June
Indonesian Trade Ministry is committed to boosting potential market in African regions. Minister of Trade, Enggartiasto Lukita led directly a series of trade mission to Tunisia and Morocco starting on June 24-28, 2018. The implementation of trade mission to Morocco synergizes with Fes Meknes Economic Forum event in Fez. Minister Enggar said that Tunisia and Morocco are expected to become hub for Indonesian products in African regions, especially in the North of Africa and European Union. Tunisia has signed free trade agreement with European Union since 2008 so that import duty tariff from Tunisia to Europe became 0%. It can be utilized by Indonesia to export Indonesian products to Europe through Tunisia. The Indonesian trade mission to Tunisia is followed by 21 entrepreneurs of 11 companies and organizations from various business sectors. Meanwhile, the trade mission to Morocco is followed by 35 entrepreneurs of 18 companies and regional government of West Sumatra. The export products are coconut, cocoa, coffee, food and beverages, spices (nutmeg, pepper, clove), medical equipment, jewelry, furniture, building materials, military products, tires and rubber. In the trade mission to Tunisia, Minister Enggartiasto is scheduled to be received by Tunisian Prime Minister, Youssef Chahed on June 25. Thus, the Minister is scheduled to meet with some ministers of Tunisia. In Tunisia, the Minister also will conduct bilateral negotiation related to Preferential Tariff Agreement.
Uruguay will open its embassy in Indonesia. It views Indonesia as strategic partner in Southeast Asian region. It is time for Uruguay to have embassy in Jakarta. This was stated by Minister of Foreign Affairs minister of Republic of Uruguay, Rodolfo Nin Novoa when handing over a copy of credentials of Indonesian Ambassador to Uruguay, Niniek Kun Naryatie in Montevideo on June 11, 2018. According to Uruguay Minister, Indonesia is a gate to ASEAN. With the opening of the embassy in Jakarta, Uruguay can be close to Southeast Asian region.
Five typical archipelagic dances -Kipah dance from Aceh, Belibis from Bali, Muda Mudi from Papua, Nagekeo Bangkit from Flores, East Nusa Tenggara and Mirah dance from Betawi will be performed in Wales, England starting from July 3-8, 2018. Head of Public Communication Bureau at Ministry of Tourism, Guntur Sakti said in Jakarta on Sunday that the cultural mission team of Al-Izhar Pondok Labu Jakarta, which is supported by Ministry of Tourism, will perform the 5 dances in cultural festival among nations of Llgollen International Musical Eisteddfod in Wales. The event will be participated in by more than 5,000 singers, dancers and music players from around 50 countries.
June
On Lebaran holiday 2018, Management of PT Sari Ater Hotel and Resort Hot Spring Camping Park targets to reach tourist visit, either domestic and foreign tourists, more than 20 thousands tourists. In regard to this, Director of Sales and Marketing, Dian Rahadian said that his office is optimistic to be able to achieve the target of the tourist visit. If every single day can bring in average 4 thousand tourists, during the next week, his side can reach 24 thousand tourists who will visit Sari Ater hot spring in Subang regency, West Java. This was stated by Dian Rahadian to Radio Republik Indonesia in Subang on last Saturday (16/6). Dian also remarked that to reach the target, his office tries to conduct several steps, beginning from giving free-charge entrance ticket to North Coastal people, carrying out advertisement in various mass medias, attaching billboard, until giving pamphlets and brochures, even giving special discount.
A day after conducting Idul Fitri 1439 Hijriah prayer as gratitude, Commander of Military Resort 162/Wira Bhakti, Col. Czi Ahmad Rizal Ramdhani held “Open House” in his residence in Mataram on last Saturday (16/6). The Open House was held starting from morning until evening to all personnel of Military Resort Command 162/WB along with staffs and the general public. Rizal Ramdhani hoped that such an event could be established well so that in the future, communication between leader and personnel or the public does not only limited about duty, but also more than that, namely as a family. Commander Rizal also hoped that in this holy day, everything returns to the identity as servants of Allah SWT, who always improve worship in a bid to bring about good quality of work at their workplace.
Acting Regent of Subang, Ating Rusnatim viewed that people’s security and order during fasting month or Ramadlan until Idul Fitri was quite save, smooth and conducive in general. Her perceived that such a condition was established due to good coordination of state officials, good communication and synergy among Indonesian Military -TNI, National Police -Polri, regional government and all elements of Subang people. In addition, the prices of staple food have been controlled well. Take for example, during Ramadan, there was no price hike which might disturb the public. Lebaran 2018 homecoming during H-7 until H-1, either at Cipali toll, or artery road was running smoothly, including Takbiran night implementation until Idul Fitri. This was stated by Acting Regent of Subang, Ating Rusnatim to Radio Republik Indonesia in Subang on last Saturday (16/6). However, there are still heavy duties to guarantee the security of Lebaran holiday at Ciater tourism object, and backflow of Idul Fitri 2018, and the implementation of simultaneous regional head 2018 which will be held on June 27, 2018.
June
Head of National Agency for Combating Terrorism, Commissioner General Police Suhardi Alius met Director of Malaysia Special Branch, Commissioner Police, Dato Abdul Hamid bin Bador in Malaysia Special Branch Office, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on last Tuesday (12/6). On the occasion, Suhardi hoped that the cooperation to tackle terrorism, which has been established well so far, can be improved. Meanwhile, Dato Hamid said that the cooperation to tackle terrorism has run smoothly so far. Thus, his side hoped that in the future, it will be better and easier to conduct coordination between Indonesia and Malaysia.
For the first time, an Indonesian citizen was elected as member of the UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities by the United Nations. This was stated byIndonesian permanent representative to the United Nations in New York, Ambassador Dian Triansyah Djani on last Tuesday (12/06). Risnawati is an activist and founder of OHANA, non-governmental organization which engages in the rights of persons with disabilities. She competed with 30 other candidates. Ambassador Triansyah Djani said that the election of Risnawati as the committee was a result of the Indonesian government’s efforts in the field of Human Rights enforcement, especially the rights of disabilities, and form of trust of international community on ability and experience of Risnawati. Besides, the election of Risnawati is as realization of President Joko Widodo’s commitment in Human Rights, especially to honor, to protect and to fulfill the rights of disabilities which finally can improve the disabilities’ welfare.
Positive role of sport in peace building has no doubt anymore. This was stated by Benny YP Siahaan as acting SOM Leader ASEAN-Indonesia when leading discussion of Heart-to-Heart Partners agenda on the 33th ASEAN–Japan Forum meeting in Tokyo, Japan on last Wednesday (13/6). In regard to this, Japan conveyed briefing on Free and Open Indo Pacific concept as Japanese initiative in cooperation efforts among countries in Indian and Pacific Ocean’s region. Japan viewed that the concept supports principle of 'ASEAN Centrality' and perceived ASEAN member countries as 'hub' of Indian and Pacific Ocean. So, ASEAN has a major role to implement it. Indonesia in responding it conveyed that the fast changing on geo-political and geo-economic order in the region demanded the existence of cooperation in Asia Indo–Pacific region which puts forward the principles of openness, transparency, inclusiveness and compliance with international law and encourage cooperation and friendship.
June
Headlines of several national newspapers published today, June 12 2018
We begin with Kompas entitled, “Homecoming Spike Anticipated.”
Different from the previous years, the peak of homecoming flow that usually happened on D-3 or D-2 of Eid Holiday, now happened earlier. Besides, the number of homecomers during the peak is not so different from other days. Transportation Ministry predicted, the homecoming peak had happened last Saturday and Sunday or D-5 and D-6 of Eid. The change happened because of the relatively long national holiday, on time holiday allowances, and better supporting infrastructures such as toll road. Nevertheless, the Transportation Ministry still anticipates any spike of the homecoming during the D-2 and D-3 of Eid, which are Tuesday evening and Wednesday (13/6).
Transportation Minister, Budi Karya Sumadi at Merak Seaport, Banten, on Monday said, the homecoming peaks on land and sea are different. On land, mainly the toll and non-toll road had happened on D-6 and D-5. The flow on D-8 until D-4 was relatively smooth without total traffic jam at the toll roads and artery roads. The short traffic density only happened on several toll gates, exits, and rest areas.
Moving on to Media Indonesia, “90 Percent of Homecoming Route is Good.”
More than 90 percent of the national road which reached 48 thousand kilometers is in good condition for the homecoming. Public Works and People Housing Minister, Basuki Hadimuljono in Jakarta, Monday said that especially in the Java Northern Coast (Pantura), from 789 kilometers, 525 kilometers had fully operated, complete with supporting facilities. According to Minister Basuki, the Pantura toll road is only one of four routes that can be used by the homecomers in Java. Three other roads include Pantura, middle route, and the southern coasts. The Java Southern Coasts had been ready to Pacitan. From Pacitan to Banyuwangi had been begun recently. Minister Basuki reminded, the homecoming happens also outside Java, although the highest flow is on that island.
We end the Headlines with Republika which wrote, “Anticipation of Homecoming Peak Differences.”
The government predicted, there will be differences in the land and sea homecoming peak, especially in Merak-Bakauheni route. If the land peak happened on Saturday (9/6) and Tuesday (12/6), while on the sea it is predicted to be on Tuesday (12/6) until Thursday (14/6) or D-1 of Eid. Nevertheless, Human Development and Culture Coordinating Minister, Puan Maharani when monitoring Merak Seaport in Banten on Monday ensured that the government was ready to provide optimal service to face the differences. She hoped the homecoming can be safe, smooth, and comfortable.
June
Mosaic of Archipelago, a segment presents information about the rise of tourist visits to Kelimutu National Park; Heritage Objects of Kudus proposed to be re-filed, and the last information of Mosaic of Archipelago is that Regional Secretary Bengkalis opened Plug Lamp Festival 2018.
The number of tourist visit the Kelimutu National Park began to increase. Head of Kelimutu National Park Office, Agus Sitepu said that the number of visitors on Monday (11/6) increased from 250 visitors to 489 visitors per day. They consisted of 383 domestic tourists, 60 foreign tourists and 46 students. On Tuesday (12/6), the increase is not too significant in number. This was conveyed related to the development of the number of tourist visit to the three-color lake in Ende Regency which becomes a tourist destination for foreign tourists. The number will certainly increase in the next few days because the peak of tourist arrivals will occur on June 14 to June 18 and it is estimated to reach 3,000 visitors per day. To anticipate the surge of the visitors, his side is currently creating a joint post and during the peak, duty 55 officers on June 14-18, 2018 will be on duty. The personnel consist of the state apparatus of Balai Kelimutu, TNI members, Police and the surrounding community. They are to maintain security, order, cleanliness and safety of visitors.
Next information is that Heritage Objects of Kudus are proposed to be Re-Filed.
National Culture Guard and Rescue Board of Kudus Regency, Central Java proposed to the local government to re-file cultural heritage objects in the area. Head of the National Culture Guard and Rescue Board of Kudus Regency, Supani said in Kudus, Monday (11/6) that through the re-filing, at least, the certainty of historic buildings listed as the cultural object is still intact. The reason is that there is a building that is not intact, and some are already broken down to be replaced with different new buildings. Take for example, the traditional house of Kudus which previously reached 38 units, is now starting to decrease a lot because some of them have been sold by their heirs and purchased by buyers from outside the region, such as from Bali and Bandung. In fact, there is one of traditional houses of Kudus which is currently moved to Malaysia. The re-filing is also meant to know not only the Heritage Objects that have not existed or moved to other areas, but also the Heritage Objects of Kudus moved outside the region and registered in the local area so there is a history of their origins.
The last information of Mosaic of Archipelago is that Regional Secretary Bengkalis opened ‘Plug Lamp Festival 2018’ or Lampu Colok Festival.
The Plug Lamp Festival 2018 held by the Government of Bengkalis Regency through Tourism, Culture, Youth, and Sport Office was officially opened by the Regional Secretary Bengkalis, Bustami H.Y. on Tuesday (11/6) night. The inauguration of the plug lamp festival was marked by the first installation by the Regional Secretary of Bengkalis Bustami. This year, the opening of the festival was held at football field in Meskom Village, Bengkalis Sub-district. Bengkalis residents spilled into the street and the location of the inauguration to witness the beauty of plug lamps. They could not only witness the opening of the festival, but also took pictures and upload them in their personal social media accounts. Plug Lamps are simple lighting devices made from used tins that are given the axis of the stove and kerosene for fuel. In ancient times, plug lamps were used as street lights from house to house and to Musholla at night. Now, the young men of Bengkalis make various miniature images of the plug lamps. From the information obtained, 15 points became the place of the establishment of the plug lamps, while the total building plug lamps in Bengkalis Regency that followed the festival reached approximately 70 units.
June
RRI World Service -Voice of Indonesia with Diplomatic Corner, a program which presents information about activities and progress of Indonesian diplomacy in the international world.
The first information is from New York, the United States.
Indonesia is elected as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for the period 2019-2020. In the election which was conducted by the UN General Assembly in New York, on Friday (8/6), Indonesia obtained 144 votes of the total 190 members of the United Nations who attended. Indonesia represented Asia and Pacific region replacing Kazakhstan whose membership will end in December 2018. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Retno Marsudi said after announcing the election, this is international community’s trust to Indonesia and the result of hard work all of national components, especially Indonesian diplomats. Supports for Indonesia to become member of the UN Security Council cannot also be separated from the maturation of democracy in Indonesia, and the UN member states view that Indonesia is an example of a tolerant country. Islam and democracy run side by side. From various meetings in the UN, it is clear that International people do appreciate track record of Indonesia and view the democracy and tolerance in Indonesia as asset for Indonesia to be able to play an active role in the UN Security Council.
The second information is from Geneva, Switzerland.
Indonesia firmly supported the ratification of the amendment of Maritime Labor Convention (MLC), which regulates the guarantee of financial rights for seafarers who are victims of pirate hostage or robbery at sea. This was stated by Minister of Manpower, Hanif Dhakiri when shortly after the voting process of ratification of the MLC amendment which took place on the sidelines of the 106th International Labor Conference session in Geneva on last Tuesday (5/6). Through the MLC amendment, the employment agreement between seafarers and ship-owners do not stop or cannot be stopped when the seafarers are hostage-taking by pirates. Thus, wages and other seafarers' financial rights which have been set in the work agreement will be paid. The Minister added that in the MLC amendment, the governments of the countries which have ratified the MLC are provided administrative burden of relief to be able to flexibly implement the amendments according to their respective national regulations. He also pointed out that the MLC amendment contains of repatriation guarantees for seafarers who are victims of pirate hostage or robbery at sea.However,the rights of repatriation will be lost if the seafarers do not propose claim in certain time which is regulated further in the national regulation or Collective Labor Agreement.
We end Diplomatic Corner with the information from Geneva, Switzerland.
Indonesia emphasized International Labor Organization (ILO) to seriously collect support development partners to handle unemployment problem in Palestine. This was asserted by Indonesia before Director General of ILO, Guy Ryder, and also participants of Manpower Summit of Non Blok movement in Geneva on last Tuesday (5/6). Minister of Manpower, Hanif Dhakiri on the sidelines of the 107th International Labor Conference, said in Geneva that the unemployment rate in Palestine is currently highest in the world. It happens because Israel continues to limit the activities of workers and employers in Israel territory in Palestine to conduct economic activity. Minister Hanif Dhakiri emphasized that the Indonesian government will keep supporting the independence of Palestine to gain economic growth and decent work in the country.
June
Today in history start with June 12, 1964, Nelson Mandela is sentenced to life imprisonment.
The leader of the South African anti-apartheid movement Nelson Mandela, was sentenced to life in prison by a court judge in the city of Pretoria. Mandela was found guilty of sabotaging the government at the time. Besides Mandela, seven anti-apartheid fighters were also sentenced to life imprisonment. Mandela was sent to Robben Island prison off the coast of South Africa. The condition of this prison is very bad. He was only allowed to receive one visitor every six months. Every day, he was forced to break the stone in the prison yard for hours.
During that time, Mandela became the most famous political prisoner in the world. World leaders were demanding freedom for Mandela. They wanted the apartheid regime in South Africa to be over. In 1982, the government moved Mandela to the mainland. This displacement was in line with the protests of many people against the apartheid regime in the country. After nearly 27 years as a prison inmate at Robben Island, in 1990 Mandela was finally released.
Turning to June 12, 1990 First free elections take place in Algeria.
First free elections took place in Algeria on 12 June 1990 and the results of this counting, the Islamic Salvation Front Party or Le Front Islamique du Salut - FIS won considerable votes. FIS managed to control more than 54 percent of the total number of incoming votes. While the ruling party, the National Liberation Front (FLN) only got not less than 28 percent. With this victory, the FIS party had the right to control and gain privilege in most of the authorities in some cities as well as on power. But the victory was canceled by the ruling party supported by the military. As a result of the cancellation Algeria was hit by riots and violence that resulted in the many lives.
Today in History ends with June 12, 1991, Boris Yeltsin is elected President of Russia.
After the Soviet Union collapsed, Boris Yeltsin was elected president of Russia through direct elections on 12 June 1991 with 57 percent of the vote. He became the first president directly elected in Russian history. Yeltsin ascended the presidency along with a wave of high hopes for political reform and disillusionment with communist rule. In his time, he cut the government budget on a large scale with the aim of balancing state revenues and expenditures and borrowed funds from Western countries. But this resulted in Russia falling in a great economic crisis in 1998. He resigned as president on December 31, 1999 as someone who was hated. Its popularity when stepped down only 2 percent. Yeltsin was also criticized for his disappointing results in the First Chechen War, as Russia was militarily defeated and Chechnya got more autonomy. He was replaced by Vladimir Putin.