In Conversation With the Ambassador of South Korea H.E. Kim Chang-Beom
NOW! Jakarta spoke to the Ambassador about the special relationship between Indonesia and South Korea and the gains this relationship has seen in recent years. Ambassador of South Korea to Indonesia, H.E. Kim Chang-Beom. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA You have recently been appointed Ambassador to Indonesia. How have you been adjusting to life this country?
Meet David Butcher, Principal of British School Jakarta
David Butcher has been appointed Principal of British School Jakarta (BSJ) this year. One of 12 heads on the International Baccalaureate council, his recent post was Principal of Secondary at the International School of the Hague. NOW! Jakarta spoke to him about his career and his philosophy on education. David Butcher is the new Principal of
SabangMerauke Aims to Foster an Atmosphere of Tolerance
SabangMerauke aims to promote an atmosphere of tolerance and inclusion through a range of activities. SabangMerauke aims to open people’s minds, encourage tolerance and inclusion through a range of activities by living with family in different backgrounds. Photo by Hulio Caesko/NOW!JAKARTA One afternoon, the calm in the village of Papaloang, North Maluku was broken when
Jakarta’s Culinary Smorgasbord
First of all I want to establish two things: one, “culinary” is an adjective not a noun! The number of times I have heard it used as a noun is annoying and completely incorrect. “Susi, works in culinary” what? “Susi is a culinary expert” or “Susi works in the culinary world” are correct. Two: the
DAAD: Building Academic Bridges Between Germany and Indonesia
The German Academic Exchange Service, better known by the acronym DAAD, is an association of the German Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and their student bodies. The DAAD has been supporting academic exchange between Germany and Indonesia for decades, providing scholarships, helping to establish university collaborations. Photo courtesy of DAAD/NOW!JAKARTA At the moment 241 HEIs –
An Interview with Philip Lim, Country General Manager of The Ascott Limited
Ascott has operated in Indonesia since 1995. The group, which also includes Somerset and Citadines Serviced Residences has grown to be the world’s largest international serviced residence owner-operator. Philip Lim, Country General Manager of The Ascott Limited. Photo courtesy of The Ascott Limited/NOW!JAKARTA The Ascott Limited, currently owned, managed and franchised eight properties spread
Into the Light: A Community That Helps Prevent Suicide
Death by suicide is a tragedy. A soul-crushing surprise, leaving loved ones, friends and family not only mourning the shocking death but also prediction and prevention are fraught with difficulty. Here in Jakarta, you can join Into the Light, a community engagement that concerns on preventing suicide across the lifespan. NOW!JAKARTA Deciding whether or not
In Conversation with H.E. Jari Sinkari Ambassador of Finland
Relations between Finland and Indonesia have grown thanks to one presidential and multiple ministerial visits in recent years. The Ambassador, who recently arrived in Jakarta, tells Ranjit Jose he hopes to continue the momentum. H.E. Jari Sinkari, Ambassador of Finland in Indonesia. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA You have recently been appointed Ambassador to Indonesia. How
At this Urban Collective, a Deeper Engagement with Community
Co-living is a new way for people to live in cities, designed to provide convenience, quality and a genuine sense of community. A growing trend in many cities worldwide, Jakarta finally gets its own with Co-Haus. Co-House becomes the first co-living space in Jakarta. Photo by Raditya Fadilla, and courtesy of Co-Haus/NOW!JAKARTA All too often we’re
The Philosophy of Success
As we approach the end of the year it comes time to think about what we have achieved, what could we have done better, what perhaps we should not have done, and what we can do to improve not only our lives but those around us. The Asian Games brought home to us the meaning
An Interview with H.E. Marina Berg, the Ambassador of Sweden in Indonesia
As she settles into her role as Ambassador to Indonesia, H.E. Marina Berg speaks to Ranjit Jose about ways in which Sweden can help Indonesia achieve its targets with regard to energy efficiency and effective transportation. H.E. Marina Berg, the Ambassador of Sweden in Indonesia. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA Welcome to Jakarta! How have these
A Conversation with H.E. Rasmus Abildgaard Kristensen Ambassador of Denmark
Indonesia and Denmark have signed bilateral agreements on environmental issues and many more. NOW! Jakarta spoke to the Danish Ambassador about the relationship between the two countries. H.E. Rasmus Abildgaard Kristensen Ambassador of Denmark in Indonesia. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA You’ve spent many years in Asia and the past year as Ambassador to Indonesia. Where do things
In Rural Java, A New Social Movement Takes Shape
In the rush to develop the urban, are we forgetting our connection to the rural landscape? Can village revitalisation programmes hold the key to growth? Papringan Market in Temanggung, Central Java. Photo courtesy of Spedagi/NOW!JAKARTA For many who live in Indonesia’s villages, particulary the youth, the ultimate aim is move to a city, secure employment
