Sarawak pushes clean energy agenda
JAKARTA: The proposed energy link between Sarawak and Singapore was one of the key topics discussed during the 13th Malaysia-Indonesia Annual Consultation held here. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the proposal is currently under consideration by the top leadership, particularly in terms of enhancing regional cooperation in the field of […]
Malaysia travel fair in Yogyakarta strengthens ties between Malaysia and Indonesia
YOGYAKARTA: The Malaysia Travel Fair 2024, organised by Tourism Malaysia Jakarta, kicked off in Yogyakarta on Friday, marking a significant effort to strengthen tourism cooperation between Malaysia and Indonesia. This is the first time the fair is being held in the city, known for its rich arts and cultural heritage, according to Tourism Malaysia Jakarta […]
Proper planning needed for rail linking Bintulu Port to Nusantara
BY NEVILLE TIMOTHY SANDERS & GILLVEN MIXCOLLIN KUCHING: The notion of establishing a rail link between Bintulu Port and Nusantara, the new capital of Indonesia, holds promise, but requires meticulous planning and cooperation between Malaysia and Indonesia, says Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Snowdan Lawan. While acknowledging the potential benefits, […]
Malaysia-Indonesia ties more significant than issues that arise: Indonesian ex-governor
KUALA LUMPUR: The long-standing friendship between Malaysia and Indonesia is considerably stronger than the problems that occasionally develop between the two nations, said former Jakarta Governor Dr. Anies Baswedan. The potential Indonesian presidential candidate from the Coalition for Unity of Change (KPP) views the problems that arise as part of the neighbourly way of life and […]
Malaysia-Indonesia ties encompass arts, culture: Anwar
JAKARTA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the relations between Malaysia and Indonesia go beyond diplomatic and economic areas as they also encompass arts and culture, which is in line with the MADANI government concept. He said apart from the bilateral diplomatic relations with President Joko Widodo’s administration and interactions with entrepreneurs and investors, […]
People-to-people ties crucial to strengthen Malaysia-Indonesia relations: Ambassador
KUALA LUMPUR: While the diplomatic relations between Malaysia and Indonesia heightened, Indonesian Ambassador to Malaysia Hermono, stressed the need to strengthen people-to-people ties. He noted that disharmony in people-to-people relations could undermine the bilateral relations between the brotherly nations in the long run. The diplomat said Malaysia and Indonesia could serve as an anchor for […]
New route augurs well for M’sian-Indonesian ties
KUCHING: The Ministry of Transport Sarawak (MOTS) believes that the opening of the Jakarta-Kuching route brings greater potential to the two neighbouring countries, said its minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin. Aside from tourism, he said more could be explored in the field of trade, commerce, investment, cultural heritage, social relations and economic prosperity between […]
Brain drain phenomenon can benefit M’sia: Fadillah
JAKARTA: The brain drain phenomenon in Malaysia must be looked at from a different angle because the government can still benefit by utilising their expertise said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Fadillah, who is also the Minister of Agriculture and Commodities, said among factors involved in brain drain is in the field of […]