Tzuyang Babi Guling Mukbang

쯔양 발리 통돼지구이 먹방

구독자 1,160만명을 자랑하는 유튜버 쯔양(Tzuyang)의 인도네시아 바비 굴링(Babi Guling) 먹방. 통돼지구이를 닮은 바비 굴링은 힌두교도가 대다수인 발리를 대표하는 전통 요리. 현지 레스토랑 종업원에게 '고마워요'를 뜻하는 발리어 'Suksma(쑥쓰마)'로 인사를 건네는 모습이 흐뭇하네요~

<https://youtu.be/f0BKifSh51A?si=VmtzNemPbeFQDFRC>

Indonesia beauty brands struggle in battle with Chinese rivals

Indonesia beauty brands struggle in battle with Chinese rivals

Rise of Skintific, The Originote and others fuel downfall of homegrown products

<https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Consumer/Indonesia-beauty-brands-struggle-in-battle-with-Chinese-rivals>

Prabowo's Merah Putih Cooperatives Aim to Cut Middlemen in Food Distribution

Prabowo's Merah Putih Cooperatives Aim to Cut Middlemen in Food Distribution

President Prabowo Subianto's goal of setting up tens of thousands of village-level cooperatives aims to stabilize food prices by cutting the middlemen out in its distribution, according to Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman.

<https://jakartaglobe.id/business/prabowos-merah-putih-cooperatives-aim-to-cut-middlemen-in-food-distribution>

Affinity-backed Yupi said to be nearing Indonesia IPO at around $1.2b valuation

Affinity-backed Yupi said to be nearing Indonesia IPO at around $1.2b valuation

PT Yupi Indo Jelly Gum, which owns one of Southeast Asia's largest gummy bear brands, is gearing up for an imminent initial public offering that may take place in Jakarta in the coming months, according to the people familiar with the matter.

<https://www.dealstreetasia.com/stories/yupi-nearing-ipo-432179>

Why Indonesian batik continues to fascinate

Why Indonesian batik continues to fascinate

From the practical to the exquisite, unique patterned cloth is symbol of national character

<https://asia.nikkei.com/Editor-s-Picks/Tea-Leaves/Why-Indonesian-batik-continues-to-fascinate>

Prabowo's economic policies put investors on edge

Prabowo's economic policies put investors on edge

National Economic Council (DEN) member Chatib Basri acknowledges that the current administration has little room to boost growth through monetary or fiscal policy, making structural reform the only viable option.

<https://www.thejakartapost.com/business/2025/02/27/prabowos-economic-policies-put-investors-on-edge.html>

China cosmetics brands target growing Southeast Asian market

China cosmetics brands target growing Southeast Asian market

Skintific and Judydoll gain momentum with products tailored to local skin concerns

<https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Consumer/China-cosmetics-brands-target-growing-Southeast-Asian-market>

Indonesia launches sovereign wealth fund aiming to hold $900 bn in assets

Indonesia launches sovereign wealth fund aiming to hold $900 bn in assets

Prabowo on Monday inaugurated the new fund, known as Daya Anagata Nusantara or Danantara, which is modeled partly on Singapore's investment arm Temasek.

<https://www.thejakartapost.com/business/2025/02/24/indonesia-launches-sovereign-wealth-fund-aiming-to-hold-900-bn-in-assets.html>

Diversity within unity

Diversity within unity 

The regional governments, and their elected leaders, represent this diversity, and they are the only political institution to do so.

<https://www.thejakartapost.com/opinion/2025/02/21/diversity-within-unity.html>

'Dark Indonesia' protests erupt nationwide with students taking to streets

'Dark Indonesia' protests erupt nationwide with students taking to streets

Thousands of students march across Indonesia as the Dark Indonesia movement gains traction both on the streets and on social media.

<https://www.thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2025/02/18/dark-indonesia-protests-erupt-nationwide-with-students-taking-to-streets.html>

K-fashion wave: How Korean style is taking over Jakarta’s wardrobes

K-fashion wave: How Korean style is taking over Jakarta's wardrobes

From celebrity-endorsed must-haves to drama-inspired elegance, the Hallyu wave is reshaping how Indonesians dress, one trend at a time.

<https://weekender.thejakartapost.com/life/2025/02/15/k-fashion-wave-how-korean-style-is-taking-over-jakartas-wardrobes.html>

Indonesia makes $1bn health care bet to keep rich patients at home

Indonesia makes $1bn health care bet to keep rich patients at home

Red tape delays rollout of upscale medical tourism facilities

<https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/ASEAN-Money/Indonesia-makes-1bn-health-care-bet-to-keep-rich-patients-at-home?utm_campaign=GL_editor_in_chief_picks&utm_medium=email&utm_source=NA_newsletter&utm_content=article_link&del_type=2&pub_date=20250214163000&seq_num=6&si=__MERGE__user_id__MERGE__>

Apple suppliers exploring iPhone production in Indonesia

Apple suppliers exploring iPhone production in Indonesia

U.S. company in talks with government to have iPhone 16 sales ban lifted

<https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Supply-Chain/Apple-suppliers-exploring-iPhone-production-in-Indonesia>

Concerns mount over Prabowo’s reliance on military in civilian affairs

Concerns mount over Prabowo's reliance on military in civilian affairs

President Prabowo Subianto has, once again, shown reliance on the Indonesian Military (TNI) to make his administration's priority programs a success, stoking concerns of military overreach into civilian affairs that could regress the country's democracy and human rights.

<https://www.thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2025/02/10/concerns-mount-over-prabowos-reliance-on-military-in-civilian-affairs.html>

Trump’s ethnic cleansing plan

Trump's ethnic cleansing plan

As a leader who wants to bring his country to the center of global political affairs, Prabowo should be more forthright in defending the rights of Palestinians. 

<https://www.thejakartapost.com/opinion/2025/02/07/trumps-ethnic-cleansing-plan.html>

Grab shares jump 13% after reports of GoTo merger talks

Grab shares jump 13% after reports of GoTo merger talks

GoTo says there is 'no agreement' between ride-hailing rivals

<https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Business-deals/Grab-shares-jump-13-after-reports-of-GoTo-merger-talks>

After 100 days, little to show for Prabowo's energy, food security plans

After 100 days, little to show for Prabowo's energy, food security plans

President Prabowo Subianto kicked off his term with promises to make Indonesia less dependent on fuel and food imports by ramping up renewable energy supply and building massive agricultural estates.

<https://www.thejakartapost.com/business/2025/02/02/after-100-days-little-to-show-for-prabowos-energy-food-security-plans.html>

Indonesia FDI reached $55.3bn in 2024

Indonesia FDI reached $55.3bn in 2024

Singapore, China and Hong Kong were the biggest fourth-quarter investors

<https://asia.nikkei.com/Economy/Indonesia-FDI-reached-55.3bn-in-2024>

Modi, Prabowo agree to cooperate in defense sector, maritime security

Modi, Prabowo agree to cooperate in defense sector, maritime security

Indian prime minister and Indonesian president hold extensive talks

<https://asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/Modi-Prabowo-agree-to-cooperate-in-defense-sector-maritime-security>

Govt considers additional funding for free meals program

Govt considers additional funding for free meals program

The government is considering seeking additional funding to achieve this year's full recipient target for President Prabowo Subianto's flagship free nutritious meals program amid struggles to cover ballooning costs.

<https://www.thejakartapost.com/business/2025/01/21/govt-considers-additional-funding-for-free-meals-program.html>

Indonesian cities cease public transport amid funding shortage

Indonesian cities cease public transport amid funding shortage

Bali and other cities in Indonesia have either ceased or reduced their transportation services due to a lack of funding from central and local governments. 

<https://www.thejakartapost.com/business/2025/01/17/bali-other-regions-cease-public-transport-citing-funding-shortage.html>

BPJS raises pension age to ensure its long-term solvency

BPJS raises pension age to ensure its long-term solvency

Pension age hike could result in a longer "waiting period" for workers who retired before the age of 59, delaying their access to the state-run pension program's benefits.

<https://www.thejakartapost.com/business/2025/01/17/bpjs-raises-pension-age-to-ensure-its-long-term-solvency.html>

Investigators scale barbed wire to arrest S Korea's impeached president

Investigators scale barbed wire to arrest S Korea's impeached president

South Korea's Yoon Suk Yeol has become the country's first sitting president to be arrested, ending a weeks-long standoff between investigators and his personal security.

<https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg45zqz225vo>

Indonesia's vast resources and population could be its bane

Indonesia's vast resources and population could be its bane

Country needs to develop manufacturing to achieve its economic ambitions

<https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Comment/Indonesia-s-vast-resources-and-population-could-be-its-bane>

'Indonesia is Too Big to Lean on Any Country': Luhut Defends BRICS Membership

'Indonesia is Too Big to Lean on Any Country': Luhut Defends BRICS Membership

Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, a senior economic advisor to President Prabowo Subianto, said Thursday that BRICS newcomer Indonesia is "too big" to lean on any country, saying that Jakarta should not worry about ruffling US’ feathers by joining the alliance that includes China.

<https://jakartaglobe.id/news/indonesia-is-too-big-to-lean-on-any-country-luhut-defends-brics-membership>

ASEAN's interest in BRICS is a hedge against Trump

ASEAN's interest in BRICS is a hedge against Trump

De-dollarization makes sense for major Southeast Asian economies

<https://asia.nikkei.com/Opinion/ASEAN-s-interest-in-BRICS-is-a-hedge-against-Trump>

Indonesia’s downstreaming policy inspires Asian, African countries: Binus research

Indonesia's downstreaming policy inspires Asian, African countries: Binus research

The success of Indonesia's mineral downstreaming policy in increasing added value of natural resources is encouraging several developing countries in Asia and Africa to follow suit, a Binus University study has found.

<https://www.thejakartapost.com/adv/2024/12/30/indonesias-downstreaming-policy-inspires-asian-african-countries-binus-research.html>