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Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visited Indonesia on June 2 to strengthen defense, energy, and technology cooperation, targeting $10 billion in bilateral trade. The two countries also discussed joint defense projects, AI, and the halal sector, reflecting warm ties and shared geopolitical goals.
Indonesia's anti-corruption drive intensified with the arrest of Deputy Immigration Minister Silmy Karim on November 21, following a 10-hour interrogation by the KPK. The arrest expands a crackdown that also saw the detention of a former official linked to a presidential nutrition program and the Chief Ombudsman earlier this year.
The Indonesian rupiah hit a record low against the US dollar, breaching 18,000 as the energy shock from the Iran war pressures Southeast Asia's largest economy. The currency touched 18,028 per dollar on Thursday despite central bank efforts, driven by high dollar demand from surging oil prices and a narrowing trade surplus.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto held a meeting in Jakarta on June 6, describing it as ‘extremely productive’ as they focused on achieving a bilateral trade target of $10 billion.
South Korea plans to temporarily waive visa requirements for Indonesian tour groups starting Thursday, according to officials. The trial program is part of efforts to revive the tourism sector after COVID-19. Indonesia is seen as a key market in Southeast Asia for South Korean tourism.
Japan’s Foreign Ministry has issued a warning urging its citizens not to engage in any form of child exploitation while in Indonesia. The advisory follows recent cases involving Japanese nationals and comes amid a crackdown by Indonesian authorities. Indonesia imposes severe penalties, including imprisonment and deportation.
Japan has warned its citizens against participating in child exploitation in Indonesia, especially child sex tourism. The warning was issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on May 14, 2026, emphasizing legal consequences and compliance with international regulations.
Japan has formally warned its citizens not to engage in child exploitation activities in Indonesia, emphasizing severe legal and criminal consequences. The advisory was issued on May 14 by the Japanese Embassy and consulates in Indonesia. Japan also urged its businesses and NGOs in the country to raise awareness and cooperate with local authorities.
The Japanese Embassy in Jakarta has warned its citizens against child sexual exploitation in Indonesia, emphasizing that offenders will face prosecution both locally and in Japan. The directive seeks to curb abuse within the Japanese community abroad.
