Jakarta Air Quality Worsens Due to Pollution, Ministry of Environment and Forestry Deploys Air Pollution Control Task Force

Rasio Rido Sani, Chairman of the Air Pollution Control Task Force at KLHK. JAKARTA, JAKTIMES.COM – Over the past few weeks, the air quality in Jakarta and its surrounding areas has deteriorated due to pollution. The Ministry of Environment and Forestry (KLHK) has initiated the deployment of an Air Pollution Control Task Force. They have […]

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President Jokowi Leads Ceremony Commemorating the 78th Anniversary of Indonesian Independence Day at the State Palace

President Joko Widodo leading the Commemoration of the Moments of Proclamation ceremony on the occasion of the 78th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia at the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, on Thursday, August 17, 2023. Photo: Setpres. JAKARTA, JAKTIMES.COM – The Commemoration of the Moments of Proclamation ceremony in celebration of the 78th […]

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Cultural Procession Initiates the Festivities of the 78th Anniversary Celebration of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia

JAKARTA, JAKTIMES.COM- A cultural procession from the National Monument (Monas) to the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on August 17, 2023, marked the beginning of the festivities commemorating the 78th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia. Unlike previous years, this year’s cultural procession had a longer route and duration. The cultural procession commenced […]

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Air Quality in Jakarta Worsens, Jakarta Provincial Government Trials WFH for Employees

JAKARTA, JAKTIMES.COM – Responding to air pollution issues and approaching the ASEAN Summit, the Jakarta Provincial Government will conduct a trial of the Work From Home (WFH) system for Civil Servants (ASN) who do not provide direct services and implement Distance Learning (PJJ) for schools located around the ASEAN Summit venue. This was conveyed by […]

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Marullah Matali Officially Leads the Betawi Customary Institution

JAKARTA, JAKTIMES.COM – The Congress of the Betawi Community Trust Council (MAPKB) concluded today, Saturday (10/6/2023) afternoon at Candi Bentar, Putri Duyung, Ancol, North Jakarta. The congress resulted in several important decisions, including the agreement on the establishment of the first customary institution in Betawi society’s history. The congress also agreed on the name of […]

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Betawi Congress Expected to Generate Ideas for Transforming Jakarta into a Global City

JAKARTA, JAKTIMES.COM – The first congress of the Betawi Community Trust Council (MAPKB) is expected to generate ideas for transforming Jakarta into a Global City. The congress was held at the Balai Agung, Jakarta City Hall, in Central Jakarta on Friday (9/6). “I extend my utmost appreciation to the MAPKB family, who have contributed to […]

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After Public Protests, Sidewalk in Front of the US Embassy in Jakarta Finally Reopened

JAKARTA, JAKTIMES.COM – After facing public protests, the Provincial Government of Jakarta finally reopened the sidewalk in front of the United States Embassy on Jalan Merdeka Selatan, Gambir Village, Gambir District, Central Jakarta on Friday night (9/6). The Acting Governor of Jakarta, Heru Budi Hartono, appreciated the swift action taken by the Jakarta Provincial Government, […]

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Success Stories of Indonesian Athletes Winning Gold Medals at the SEA Games in Cambodia

JAKARTA, JAKTIMES.COM- Indonesia emerged as the champion and won gold medals in several sports at the 23rd SEA Games in Cambodia. This achievement undoubtedly brings great pride to the participating athletes, including Henny Sutjiono, the captain of the national women’s basketball team. “I am delighted, proud, and relieved to be part of history, as this […]

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Improve Jakarta’s Air Quality, Jakarta Provincial Government and Various Parties Hold Emission Testing

JAKARTA, JAKTIMES.COM- Please commemorate World Environment Day and celebrate the 496th anniversary of Jakarta City. The Jakarta Provincial Government held a grand emission test (UEA) at the North Parking of Ragunan Wildlife Park on Monday, June 5th. The Grand Emission Test 2023 will mark the beginning of three important policies to improve the air quality […]

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Synergy between the Jakarta Provincial Government, WRI, and USAID Introduces Air Quality Monitoring Tools to Protect Jakarta from Air Pollution

JAKARTA, JAKTIMES.COM – In celebration of World Environment Day 2023, on Sunday (4/6) at Kendal Tunnel, the Jakarta Provincial Government, through the Environmental Agency, formed a strategic partnership with the World Resources Institute (WRI) Indonesia under the Clean Air Catalyst (CAC) program. They introduced three new reference-grade air quality monitoring tools and upgraded equipment at […]

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