Absorbing Jakarta’s Vibrant Culture at Goethe-Institut

The Goethe-Institut has long been established as an institute that not only provides German language classes, but also offers a colourful array of cultural projects and events in Jakarta and beyond. Anna Maria Strauss, the new head of cultural programmes at Goethe-Institut Indonesien, spoke to NOW Jakarta about her new tasks, upcoming events and her

Strengthening Economic Ties Between Indonesia and Germany

Since its establishment in 1924 and reopening in its current legal form in 1970, the German-Indonesian Chamber of Commerce EKONID has become a crucial business partner for German and Indonesian companies. Jan Roennfeld, Managing Director of EKONID, spoke to NOW! Jakarta about the chamber’s role and activities, the growing economic interest of Germany in Indonesia and his goals for

Celebrity Chef Rinrin Marinka Joins Aryaduta Hotel Group Relaunch

The Aryaduta Hotel Group is currently undergoing a robust brand transformation that includes smartly designed properties with integrated leisure facilities and breakthrough food concepts. The group will begin this transformation through extensive renovations at its current properties while adding a second tier hotel brand. The rebranding also involves Indonesian artists and celebrities as brand consultants. To

Golden Tulip Essential Hotel Opens in Pekanbaru

The Golden Tulip Essential Hotel Pekanbaru, an eye-catching high-rise building located in the Pekanbaru Park area that will also include a shopping mall, a residential area and other hotels in the near future, recently celebrated its soft opening. A mere 5-minute drive from Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport and 10 minutes away from Pekanbaru’s

Meet Maya Ambarsari, The Lady Behind Elliottii Residence

Confident but humble, firm but easygoing; those are the most suitable words to describe Maya Miranda Ambarsari, President Director of Elliottii Residence. Maya’s reputation as a female entrepreneur precedes her as she has been featured in the glossy pages of numerous high-end magazines and even appeared on their front covers. Among other business players in

Strengthening Economic Relations Between Indonesia and the Netherlands

Despite ups and downs, the trade and economic relations between Indonesia and the Netherlands are moving in a favourable direction. Dutch investment is among the top ten foreign investors in Indonesia and the ties have been strengthened further by the visits of both countries’ head of nations and leaders last year. Although the interaction is

ICCC Connects Indonesia and Canada

The Indonesia Canada Chamber of Commerce (ICCC) is dedicated to serving the Indonesian-Canadian business community. The organization represents the general interests of Canadian businesses to the Indonesian government. Furthermore, ICCC provides information and analysis on business trends in Indonesia, hosts events that allows participants to gain more insight and discuss business in the two countries

Britcham with Tony Keusgen, Managing Director of Google Indonesia

Asked why Google has opted for a physical presence in Indonesia when their business is ‘in the clouds’, Tony said: “You know, it would be impossible to know how to engage with Indonesia without being here, living in this country. And we have learned very quickly that Jakarta is just one part of Indonesia. That

Discovering Mystical Japan

Ancient Temples, Primeval Forests and Eternal Life The great Buddha at Todai-ji casts a peaceful gaze though it has been damaged many times over the past 1,200 years by fires, earthquakes and accidents. Miyajima and Mt Misen In 806 AD the Buddhist scholar Kukai returned to Japan from his studies in China with the intention

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