World Feb 14 Former general linked to human rights abuses elected as Indonesia’s next president By Geoff Bennett, Dan Sagalyn
World Feb 14 Indonesian defense minster, once banned by U.S. for human rights abuses, declares victory in presidential election The 72-year-old candidate told thousands of supporters that the victory on Wednesday was "the victory of all Indonesians."… By Niniek Karmini, Edna Tarigan, Associated Press
Politics Nov 13 WATCH: Biden hails ‘new era’ of ties between U.S. and Indonesia President Joe Biden and Indonesian President Joko Widodo have formalized closer ties between their countries at the White House. Indonesia is the world's third largest democracy and a heavyweight player in Southeast Asia. By Chris Megerian, Josh Boak, Associated Press
World Jul 27 Presidents of Indonesia and China meet to discuss joint projects and regional politics Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi said the governments of China and Indonesia signed several agreements, including to exchange knowledge and experience for the capital project. By Associated Press
Politics Nov 01 WATCH: U.S., Indonesia urge Myanmar army to end violence The White House said the two leaders agreed on Monday that the military must “provide a swift return to democracy.”… By Associated Press
Sep 24 Thousands of Indonesian students rally against changes to corruption law By Niniek Karmini, Associated Press Several thousand university students are enraged that Indonesia's parliament passed a law last week that reduces the authority of the Corruption Eradication Commission, a key body in fighting endemic graft in the country. They joined the demonstration in front of… Continue reading
Aug 26 Indonesia to move capital from Jakarta to Borneo By Niniek Karmini, Associated Press The country's capital will move from overcrowded, sinking and polluted Jakarta to a site in sparsely populated East Kalimantan province on Borneo island, known for rainforests and orangutans. Continue reading
Apr 18 Indonesia President Widodo declares election victory By Niniek Karmini, Associated Press Indonesian President Joko Widodo said he was won re-election with an estimated 54% of the vote. Official results are set to be released by May 22. Continue reading
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