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NHK
3 days ago
- Politics
- NHK
'One Piece' manga flags flying in Indonesia as likely protest against government
Flags from the smash-hit Japanese comic book "One Piece" have been flying across Indonesia in an apparent form of protest against the government. The banners began to appear after President Prabowo Subianto called for people to fly the national flag ahead of Independence day on August 17. Local media say images of the fictional flags on houses and cars spread rapidly on social media from last month. The "One Piece" story features a freedom-loving pirate who sometimes falls foul of the authorities. Observers say people are using the flags to express their dissatisfaction with the government. Painting a pirate symbol on a wall, mural artist Kemas Muhammad Firdaus said the flag is "a symbol of warning for the government, so they have to look at their people." Indonesian law bans flying the red-and-white national ensign lower than other flags. But that didn't stop the protestors. State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi called for respect for the national flag, saying it will be a problem if some people use creative expression for "inappropriate purposes." The Prabowo administration has come under increasing criticism over its economic and development policies.
Russia Today
10-07-2025
- Business
- Russia Today
Major BRICS country responds to Trump's tariff threat
Indonesia will remain in BRICS even if US President Donald Trump fulfills his threat to slap extra tariffs on the group, Indonesian State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi has said. Earlier this week, Trump warned that he would impose additional 10% duties on any country that 'aligns itself' with BRICS, which he claimed, is adopting 'anti-American policies.' Prasetyo told journalists on Wednesday that Indonesia, which joined the bloc as a full member in early 2025, views the potential extra US tariffs 'as part of the consequences of joining BRICS.' 'We will have to face it,' the state secretary said, as cited by the Jakarta Globe. Indonesia and South Africa were the only two BRICS states among 14 countries that recently received letters from the US warning of harsh tariffs starting on August 1. According to Washington, Jakarta would be subject to a 32% rate. That will grow to 42% if Trump's threat of extra duties on the bloc's members is realized. According to Prasetyo, the tariffs are not final. Indonesia has sent its economic minister to Washington in an attempt to negotiate better terms, he added. In a declaration at the BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro over the weekend, member states Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Russian Federation, South Africa, and UAE condemned 'indiscriminate rising of tariffs,' saying it could reduce global trade and disrupt supply chains. In another attack on BRICS on Tuesday, Trump accused the bloc of trying to 'degenerate' and 'destroy' the US dollar, promising that he is 'not going to let that happen.' BRICS nations intensified efforts to reduce their reliance on third-party currencies in bilateral trade after the US and EU froze Russian assets, mostly held in dollars and euros, as part of sanctions against Moscow following the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in February 2022. BRICS leaders have stated they have no interest in undermining the dollar, and that the US currency can only be weakened by its politicization. Russian President Vladimir Putin said previously that Moscow never made a decision to give up the dollar, but was actually banned from using it by Washington. According to the Russian leader, the push by countries to seek alternative means of payment, a result of Washington's 'weaponization' of its currency, cannot be reversed through more restrictive measures.
The Star
11-06-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Govt revokes mining permits in Raja Ampat after outcry
Natural beauty: An aerial shot of the islands around Raja Ampat. — AFP THE government revoked permits yesterday for four of the five mining companies operating in the eastern archipelago of Raja Ampat after activists shared videos of islands damaged by nickel extraction. The cluster of islands and shoals in South West Papua Province sits in the Coral Triangle and is thought to be one of the world's most pristine reefs, with its clear blue waters making it a popular diving spot. Last week, Greenpeace Indonesia published videos highlighting nickel mining projects on three islands, including one which racked up more than 15 million Instagram views. President Prabowo Subianto 'decided that the government will revoke the mining business license of four companies in Raja Ampat', state secretariat minister Prasetyo Hadi said. Energy and mineral resources minister Bahlil Lahadalia said 'they have violated' regulations. 'We believe this region must be protected,' he said. Greenpeace said nickel exploitation on the islands of Gag, Kawe and Manuran had led to the destruction of more than 500 hectares of forest and vegetation. It led to growing calls for the licences to be withdrawn from politicians and celebrities. Indonesia has the world's largest nickel reserves and is the biggest producer of the metal, which is used in electric vehicle batteries and stainless steel. Greenpeace Indonesia said the decision was a good start but further action was needed. — AFP
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Indonesia revokes most mining permits in dive hotspot Raja Ampat after outcry
AP images Indonesia revoked permits on Tuesday for four of the five mining companies operating in the eastern archipelago of Raja Ampat after activists shared videos of islands damaged by nickel extraction. The cluster of islands and shoals in Southwest Papua Province sits in the Coral Triangle and is thought to be one of the world's most pristine reefs, with its clear blue waters making it a popular diving spot. Last week, Greenpeace Indonesia published videos highlighting nickel mining projects on three islands, including one which racked up more than 15 million Instagram views. President Prabowo Subianto "decided that the government will revoke the mining business license of four companies in Raja Ampat", state secretariat minister Prasetyo Hadi told reporters. Energy and mineral resources minister Bahlil Lahadalia said "they have violated" regulations. "We believe this region must be protected," he said. Greenpeace said nickel exploitation on the islands of Gag, Kawe and Manuran had led to the destruction of more than 500 hectares of forest and vegetation. It led to growing calls for the licences to be withdrawn from politicians and celebrities. The four companies impacted by the immediate ban are PT Anugerah Surya Pratama, PT Nurham, PT Kawei Sejahtera Mining and PT Mulia Raymond Perkasa. PT Nurham received its mining permits this year and has not started production but the other three have had them since 2013, according to the energy ministry. One more company -- PT Gag Nikel -- will continue to operate on Raja Ampat's Gag island but be closely monitored, said Bahlil. It received its operational permit in 2017. Indonesia has the world's largest nickel reserves and is the biggest producer of the metal, which is used in electric vehicle batteries and stainless steel. Greenpeace Indonesia said the decision was a good start but the government needed to take further action. "We appreciate this decision but we need to make sure the decision will be implemented. We need to make sure they stop," forest campaign team leader Arie Rompas said. He warned the government could reissue the permits later or the companies could appeal the decision in court.
