In a time of mounting ecological challenges, all sources of wisdom are vital – including Islamic teachings that offer guidance for living in harmony with nature.
Stories about books and articles. Thoughts on Asia, South Korea and Southeast Asia in particular
Friday, August 22, 2025
How Muslims are powering environmental action across the world
How Muslims are powering environmental action across the world
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Piracy and armed robbery quadruples in Strait of Malacca region
Piracy and armed robbery quadruples in Strait of Malacca region
Congestion slows ships as Mideast tensions push more traffic through Southeast Asia choke point
<Piracy and armed robbery quadruples in Strait of Malacca region - Nikkei Asia>
Monday, August 18, 2025
2026 budget ripe with politics, somewhat thinner on strategy
2026 budget ripe with politics, somewhat thinner on strategy
<2026 budget ripe with politics, somewhat thinner on strategy - Regulations - The Jakarta Post>
A lack of satisfying answers on how to reach growth goals set forth in the freshly unveiled 2026 state budget has led economists to conclude that the fiscal document is based more on political ambition rather than on technocratic calculation.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Tariff jitters, rising rivals threaten RI's foreign investment charm
Tariff jitters, rising rivals threaten RI's foreign investment charm
Analysts suggested that Indonesia scale up production to attract more manufacturers seeking new destinations, which could spur corporate investment and growth in the country.
Friday, August 1, 2025
Indirect election push sparks democratic concerns
Indirect election push sparks democratic concerns
Opposition is intensifying in response to renewed efforts by government officials and the political elite to scrap direct regional head elections and return to an indirect voting system, with critics warning that such a move would represent a serious regression in Indonesia’s democratic development.
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