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Primaduta Award for Lebanese Businessman (0)
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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Garulina (0)
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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February
Angklung orchestra commemorates 62 years of Indonesian-Cuban relations
Written by Maryati
The Cuban Camaguey Angklung Orchestra enlivened photo and batik exhibitions in the commemoration of the 62nd anniversary of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and Cuba. The Indonesian Embassy in Havana in a written statement received in Jakarta, Tuesday (8/2) said the the commemoration of diplomatic relations was organized by the Indonesian Embassy Havana in collaboration with the Instituto Cubano de Amistad con los Pueblos at Friendship House in Havana, Cuba Monday (7/2).
The Camaguey Angklung orchestra performed six songs, namely the national anthem "Indonesia Raya", Cuban national anthem, "Halo-Halo Bandung", "Dari Sabang Sampai Merauke", "Rico Vacilon" and "Besame Mucho".
In her remarks, Indonesian Ambassador to Cuba, Nana Yuliana said that since the commencement of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and Cuba on January 22, 1960, both countries have recorded a number of concrete corporations both bilaterally and multilaterally. In the political field, for example, Indonesia and Cuba have always supported each other, especially on candidacy in various international organizations. In the economic field, even during the Covid-19 pandemic, the trade volume between the two countries also shows a positive trend. In 2021, the trade reached US$12.8 million or around Rp184.2 billion, an increase of 200 percent compared to the previous year. While in the social and cultural spheres, Indonesia is exploring vaccine cooperation and seeking to increase the number of Indonesian students studying medicine in Cuba.
On the same occasion, the President of the Instituto Cubano de Amistad con los Pueblos, Fernando González Llort said that good relations between Indonesia and Cuba began during Che Guevara's visit to Indonesia in 1959 which was reciprocated by President Soekarno's visit to Havana in 1960. He also said that the good relationship between the two countries is also reflected in the sending of humanitarian missions. Cuba sent health workers to Indonesia during the Aceh tsunami disaster in 2004 and the Yogyakarta earthquake in 2006.
February
Indonesia officially has the first floating power plant produced independently
Written by Maryati
The collaboration between PT PLN and PT PAL Indonesia has succeeded in building a modern Mobile Power Plant (MPP). The synergy of both companies has become a revolutionary milestone in the development of a mobile power plant in the form of a Barge Mounted Power Plant (BMPP). The first phase of the BMPP, which was developed by PLN through its subsidiary, PT Indonesia Power in synergy with PT PAL, is named ‘BMPP Nusantara 1’. The mobile power plant with a capacity of 60 MW has been completed and will soon be heading to Ambon, Maluku. President Director of PT PLN, Darmawan Prasodjo said that specifically in eastern Indonesia, the existence of the Barge Mounted Power Plant type is a solution to meet the electricity needs in the remote areas across Indonesia.
The BMPP Nusantara 1 uses the first dual-fuel diesel engine technology in Indonesia. Nusantara 1 can supply 60MW of electricity from the solar panels above it. As a floating power plant, BMPP is built using robust and proven design materials, and it has the flexibility to operate with different fuels, both diesel B30 and gas, without the need to turn off the generator. This is a solution to the availability of fuel in certain areas. With its compact dimensions and low water load for the size of a barge, the BMPP Nusantara 1 is claimed to be able to operate in shallow waters and remote areas as well as being mobile so that it can be an electrification solution in case of a natural disaster.
After the Barge Mounted Power Plant (BMPP) Nusantara 1 has been produced, it will be followed by two other BMPPs which have a larger accumulation of electrical power with a total capacity of 150 MW. Operations and maintenance are also fully carried out by PT Indonesia Power so that there is no longer dependence on electricity supply from outside parties. In the future, BMPP is expected to be able to meet the needs or replace floating power plants not only in Ambon or Maluku but also in several other regions across Indonesia.
February
Economic cooperation between Indonesia and Sweden increases amid Covid-19 pandemic
Written by Maryati
The Indonesian Central Statistics Agency (BPS) recorded that the total trade value between Indonesia and Sweden throughout 2021 increased by 22 percent, compared to 2020, with the strengthening of the value of exports of Indonesia to Sweden by US $251.9 million or around Rp3.6 trillion or an increase of 31.6 percent. Indonesian Ambassador to Sweden, Kamparadipta Isnomo in a written statement to the Indonesian Embassy in Stockholm on Friday (4/2) stated that the Covid-19 pandemic has brought its own challenges in fostering economic relations among countries, including Indonesia and Sweden.
Besides, Ambassador Kamapradipta also said that by 2021, the total trade value and the value of Indonesia's exports to Sweden were the highest in the Nordic region. The statement also noted that the increase in the value of Sweden's exports and investment to Indonesia cannot be separated from the bilateral economic relations that have been fostered by both countries. Throughout 2021, the Indonesian Embassy in Stockholm reported that it is actively approaching many groups in Sweden both government and business sides and facilitating meetings between companies from both countries.
Based on data from the International Trade Center (ITC), Indonesia exported five major commodities to Sweden in 2021. These goods are animal or vegetable fats, knitted clothing items, vehicles other than tram carriages, footwear as well as non-woven clothing items. Along with the increase in Indonesia's exports to Sweden, the value of Sweden's inbound investment to Indonesia is also growing. Sweden's main investment in Indonesia is in the health sector, transportation,information technology, textiles, chemical products ,as well as packaged food and beverage products.
Moreover, Ambassador Kamapradipta hopes that in 2022, the Indonesian Embassy can realize a lot of collaborations that have been explored over the last two years, including in the energy, transportation and health sectors. Furthermore, the Indonesian Embassy will also encourage collaboration with Sweden in the success of Indonesia's G20 presidency, and the development of the new capital, Nusantara.
February
Indonesian Embassy in Canberra Supports Indonesian Language Education in Australia
Written by Maryati
Indonesian Embassy in Canberra Supports Indonesian Language Education in Australia
The Indonesian Embassy in Canberra, along with an Indonesian retail bookstore, provided teaching materials for Indonesian Language teachers in Australia. They made a digital Smart Library. In a written statement received in Jakarta on Friday (4/2), the cooperation signing was done by Indonesian Embassy Canberra Education and Culture Attache, Mukhamad Najib and Gramedia Marketing & Merchandising Director, Hadi Prayitno.
The smart library has books in Indonesian that can be used as a material by teachers and students. Mukhamad Najib said that the smart library has been available since 2021. However, the use was not optimal, because of limited books.
Najib further said that considering the enthusiasm of the teachers, the Indonesian Embassy is committed to increasing the number of books and titles so that they can be used by more learning levels of Indonesian language in Australia. He hoped the teachers could have more reading materials. As a result, the learning quality in class improves.
Meanwhile, Indonesian Consul General in Sydney, Vedi Kurnia Buana said that Australia has more Indonesian language learners outside Indonesia. He hoped that the Smart Library can enhance the Australian students' interest to learn the Indonesian language.
February
Indonesian Ambassador to Bulgaria, Albania and North Macedonia, Iwan Bogananta at the end of last year collaborated with a culinary expert, William Wongso to introduce Indonesian culinary culture and richness through the 'Rendang Goes to Europe' program. Ambassador Iwan also succeeded in realizing an investment agreement with Bella Ltd, a leading company in Bulgaria to distribute Rendang to other regions in Europe with an investment worth US$ 3 million.
On February 3, 2022, Ambassador Iwan Bogananta visited Botevgrad, a city in western Bulgaria about 50 kilometers from the capital, Sofia. It is planned to build a Rendang factory area to approach market access, including Serbia, Turkey and Greece.
Ambassador Iwan also stated that this effort is a form of support for the 'Indonesia Spice Up The World' program, which was launched by President Joko Widodo. In his speech when launching the program some time ago, President Joko Widodo was determined to restore the glory of Indonesian spices, which has been so popular in the world since centuries ago. According to the President, the superiority of Indonesian spices must continue to be promoted throughout the world.
After the success of the Rendang, in the future, cooperation of other Indonesian potential products will be developed.
February
Nusa Khatulistiwa, the fastest electric motorbike in Southeast Asia
Written by Maryati
Amid the increasingly incessant emergence of various kinds of electric vehicle (EV) innovations, especially those of the motorcycle type, electric motorcycles produced locally by domestic innovators have re-emerged. It is Nusa Khatulistiwa, an electric motorbike with a sturdy form presented by Nusa Motors based in the Kebon Jeruk area, West Jakarta. This electric motor offers a different appearance and speed from the local electric motors of its predecessors. Nusa was founded by two of its founders, namely Domex Mandey who occupies the position of CEO and Tomi Gunawan as Chief Innovation Officer. Domex Mandey believes Motor Nusa will become a new point for the automotive industry. Currently, it is seeking funding from venture capital companies for further development.
Meanwhile, Tomi Gunawan, Chief Innovation Officer, said that the limitations make him more passionate to create; maybe now it doesn't make it the fastest or cheapest, but his side is sure to be more enthusiastic to develop an innovative product that was previously impossible to be possible. Currently, Motor Nusa Khatulistiwa is targeting the motor sport segment. Don't be surprised if you see it looks dashing like a big motorbike. This motorbike also comes in two versions, namely the Basic variant which has a maximum speed of 150 km/hour, and the TooFast variant which can be driven up to a speed of 200 km/hour. The engine embedded in the Basic variant is supported by a 10 kWh lithium-ion cell battery and is capable of completing a distance of up to 180 kilometers on a single charge. Meanwhile, the TooFast variant is equipped with a 14 kWh lithium-ion cell battery which makes it capable of driving up to 250 kilometers on a single charge.
The process of developing and completing the Nusa Khatulistiwa motorbike took two years. In its cultivation, they fully employ domestic workers. Nusa Equator itself is claimed to be the fastest electric motorbike in the Southeast Asia region for now. Regarding the purchase process, electric motorcycle products targeting the premium market can be carried out starting in February 2022. Nusa Khatulistiwa is expected to become a new point for the automotive industry that can go global. For the price of Nusa Khatulistiwa, the Basic variant is offered at Rp140 million and TooFast is priced at Rp180 million. Manufacturers also offer full customization for body color, motorcycle seats, speed, battery, brakes, and wheels.
February
Indonesia promotes electric motorcycles and aluminium in Sri Lanka
Written by Maryati
Indonesian Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Dewi Gustina Tobing held a meeting with Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa to promote the marketing of Indonesian electric motorcycles and aluminium in Sri Lanka. The Indonesian Embassy in Colombo in its statement received in Jakarta on Thursday (3/1) stated that at the meeting attended by Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka -Gamini Lakshman Peiris, Ambassador Dewi Gustina and Prime Minister Mahinda discussed the increasing of economic cooperation, including trade, investment and tourism. On the occasion, Ambassador Dewi Gustina also promoted Indonesian aluminum products to Sri Lanka. In 2021, Sri Lanka's aluminium imports achieved US$427 million.
Besides being a market, Ambassador Dewi Gustina has also noted that Sri Lanka also wants to be part of having mutually beneficial cooperation with Indonesia so that the cooperation of both countries will be developed in the form of partnerships or joint ventures in the future. Indonesia can explore the potential owned by Sri Lanka as a hub of activity and part of free trade agreement in South and Central Asia. Moreover, Ambassador Dewi conveyed Indonesia's readiness to boost cooperation in the field of plantation commodities, including the fulfillment of vegetable oil needs.
During the meeting, Ambassador Dewi has also pointed out that Indonesia is ready to discuss and share knowledge and experiences for sustainable agriculture and plantation development. The trade value between Indonesia and Sri Lanka until November 2021 was recorded worth US$411 million. The value of Indonesia's exports to Sri Lanka in the period reached US $364 million and the import value from Sri Lanka reached US$47.7 million.
The Indonesian Ambassador and the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka also talked about the commitment of both governments to strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly by taking advantage of the momentum of the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and Sri Lanka.
February
Initiating Detergent Reactor, ITERA Students Win Gold in International Festival
Written by Maryati
A team of students from the Sumatra Institute of Technology (ITERA) initiated a detergent reactor as a way to prevent environmental pollution. This idea succeeded in bringing them a gold medal in the international invention and innovation festival which was announced on January 31, 2022. The international competition was organized by the Indonesian Young Scientist Association (IYSA) through the Khayyam International Invention & Innovation Festival (KIIIF) 2022. This competition was attended by student participants, and general researchers from various countries, such as Malaysia, Thailand, Turkey, China, Philippines, Poland, Kazakhstan, USA, Canada, Turkey, Qatar, Croatia, and Vietnam.
Guided by an Environmental Engineering lecturer, Andika Munandar, the student team put these ideas into a work entitled Detergent Reactor Integrated with Artificial Intelligence (AI) as Detergent Waste Treatment to Create Eco Laundry. Team leader, Radisya Ikhsan said that the discoveries and innovations initiated by his team emerged from concerns about detergent waste produced by the laundry industry. He revealed that there has been no significant processing related to detergent waste so that he and his team took the initiative to create technology capable of processing detergent waste so that it is environmentally friendly.
Radisya also explained that the detergent reactor that has been designed has several advantages, including being economical and efficient because it is integrated with an artificial intelligence (AI) system. The detergent reactor technology works by reacting the detergent waste flowing from the washing machine. Then, the output from the detergent reactor is a compound of carbon dioxide and water with a relatively small pH of 9 chemical oxygen demand (COD), and a relatively small surfactant content so that it is safe for the environment. Meanwhile, artificial intelligence (AI) systems play a role in opening the valves of the input and output pipes, as well as processing.
February
Indonesian artists are always involved in the Beijing International Art Biennale
Written by Maryati
Indonesian Ambassador to China, Djauhari Oratmangun is proud that painters from Indonesia are always involved in the painting exhibition "Beijing International Art Biennale". He said in Beijing on Tuesday (1/2) that since this event started in 2002, Indonesian artists have always been chosen to present their best works. According to the ambassador, in the current situation, artwork has become a channel for people to unite against the pandemic and calm their emotions. The Beijing Biennale is not only a great platform to celebrate beautiful and meaningful works of art from around the world, but also a useful platform to show humanity's hope for a better future post-pandemic.
The exhibition entitled "Light of Life" aims to ignite the spirit of anti-epidemic and the spirit of the Winter Olympics in Beijing 2022. A total of six paintings by Indonesian painters, namely Mas Hedi Suryatna entitled "Fighting Coronavirus", Antonius Kho (Safe Our Generation), Lutfi Yanuar (Eclectic Identity), Rusli (Struggle and Hope), Dicky Takndare (the Return of Manamarkeri), and Sih Elsiwi Handayani Oratmangun (Heading Towards Perfection) are chosen to be exhibited at the event. These six painters are selected by curators from Indonesia.
Meanwhile, Chairman of the Chinese Artists Association (CAA), Ma Fenghui said that at this year's exhibition, there are 573 artists from 117 countries whose works are selected to be included in the event. He hopes that the event will be a bridge between the East and West while uniting elements of traditional and modern arts. The biennial event is held from January 21 to February 15, 2022 in line with the Lunar New Year holiday season.
February
The importing company of Italy, "Balibali Srl '' received the Primaduta Award 2021 from the Trade Attache of the Indonesian Embassy in Rome, Italy. The owner of Balibali Srl, Fabio Giuseppe Lanzieri received the award from the Trade Attache of the Indonesian Embassy in Rome, Silvi Sumanti and it was witnessed by Ambassador Muhammad Prakosa and the Economic and Social Function Indonesian Trade Promotion Center (ITPC) Milan at the Indonesian Embassy in Rome. A written statement from the Indonesian Embassy in Rome received in Jakarta on Sunday (30/1) stated that Balibali Srl is an importer of sandals and ethnic fashion products of Indonesia. Balibali was selected as one of the 25 winners of the 2021 Primaduta Award through a selection process from 303 importers from 50 proposed countries.
The victory of Balibali at the Primaduta Award was also announced at the opening of the 36th Trade Expo Indonesia Digital Edition on 21 October 2021. Fabio Giuseppe Lanzieri, the owner of Balibali explained that he was very impressed with the quality of the product, the agility and thoroughness of sandals’ product in Bali during his visit to Bali a few years ago. Lanzieri has been deciding to start importing Balisnese sandals, rattan bags, belts and sarongs to Italy since 2003. Over the years, the company has perfected the quality, material and packaging of various products with Indonesian craftsmen and expanded the market for Indonesian products in Italy and Europe.
Meanwhile, Indonesian Ambassador to Rome, Muhammad Prakosa expressed his appreciation for the contribution of Balibali Srl in promoting and increasing exports of Indonesian products in Italy and he also hopes that cooperation with Indonesian businessespeiple, particularly small and medium enterprises can be continuously improved. The Primaduta Award is an award given by the Government of Indonesia to foreign importers in a bid to boost the growth of Indonesia's exports to the global markets.