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Why did Indonesia release the Bali Five now? Its new leader wants to send a strong message to the world

Following weeks of intrigue about a possible deal, the remaining members of the Bali Nine have been released from prison in Indonesia and returned to Australia. The five Australians had served nearly 20 years of their life sentence for their involvement in a drug-smuggling operation.

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Remaining Bali Nine Members Say They’re ‘Relieved And Happy’ To Be Back Home In Australia

“These Australians served more than 19 years in prison in Indonesia. It was time for them to come home.”

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Bali Nine face reintegration challenge in Australia

Five Australians convicted of drug smuggling in Indonesia have landed home, with the members of the infamous Bali Nine expressing gratitude for their return.

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Five ‘Bali Nine’ ring members return to Australia after 19 years in prison

Diplomatic efforts have resolved a saga that strained relations between the two countries.

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Indonesia’s Prabowo steers strategic middle path amid China, US rivalry

Indonesian President Prabowo heralds new focus on foreign policy, but balancing Beijing and Washington will continue.

Al Jazeera

Indonesia's New Coal Phase-out Goal Sets 'Daunting Task'

Meeting Indonesia's pledge to phase out coal power in just 15 years and reach net-zero emissions by mid-century is a "daunting task" that will require immediate and ambitious action, experts warn.

International Business Times

Indonesia agrees to repatriate Filipino woman who spent years on death row over drug trafficking

Indonesia and the Philippines signed a deal on Friday to repatriate a Filipino death-row drug convict, as the new administration of President Prabowo Subianto seeks to shore up diplomatic ties with neighboring countries

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After Nearly 2 Decades, Bali Nine Members May Finally Return To Australia, Here’s What’s Going On

The Bali Nine saga, which has captivated Australia for nearly two decades, might be on the verge of a new chapter. Here's what to know.

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Indonesia hands Australia draft Bali Nine repatriation deal in ‘significant step forward’

Australia’s home affairs minister Tony Burke says some issues are yet to be resolved but hails Indonesian goodwill

The Guardian - AU

‘Time for compassion to prevail’: could the remaining Bali Nine members finally be coming home?

The new Indonesian president – who came to office with a questionable human rights record – has emerged as an unlikely champion for a prisoner swap deal

The Guardian - AU

Indonesians Vote In Regional Election Seen As Test For Prabowo

Indonesians voted on Wednesday to pick local leaders in the country's biggest simultaneous regional election, with President Prabowo Subianto seeking to consolidate his grip on power.

International Business Times

Remaining members of ‘Bali nine’ set for repatriation, with conditions

The Albanese government is still discussing the details for the remaining five of the “Bali nine” to be repatriated to Australia, Special Minister of State Don Farrell has said.

The Conversation

Indonesia's Prabowo plans to retire all fossil fuel plants in 15 years, but experts are skeptical

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has announced that his government plans to retire all coal and other fossil fuel-powered power plants within 15 years, while drastically boosting renewable energy capacity

The Independent UK

Starmer welcomes president of Indonesia to Downing Street

Sir Keir Starmer greeted Prabowo Subianto outside Number 10 on Thursday afternoon.

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King offers traditional welcome to Indonesian president

Charles held an audience with President Prabowo Subianto at Buckingham Palace on Thursday.

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“She’s Getting A Second Chance”: Woman Facing Execution Set To Return Home After 14 Years

“Mary Jane’s story resonates with many: a mother trapped by the grip of poverty, who made one desperate choice that altered the course of her life.” The post “She’s Getting A Second Chance”: Woman Facing Execution Set To Return Home After 14 Years first appeared on Bored Panda.

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‘We lost everything’: the Indonesians falling out of the middle class

Nearly 10 million people have slipped out of Indonesia’s middle class since 2019, according to government statistics.

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PM spruiks trade as Trump talk dominates regional forum

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is meeting with world leaders for a major economic summit in Peru with maintaining open trade ties a key topic of discussion.

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Indonesia president’s diplomatic dash takes in China and US − but a Trump presidency may see the aspiring regional powerhouse tilt more toward Beijing

It’s been a whirlwind week for Indonesian president Prabowo Subianto. On Nov. 9, he was breaking bread with Chinese leader Xi Jinping; three days later he was sitting down with President Joe Biden in the White House. In between, Subianto found time to reach out to Donald Trump to congratulate…

The Independent UK

Indonesia and Australia hold joint military drills after signing a new defense agreement

The Indonesian and Australian militaries are holding joint combat drills off Indonesia’s main island of Java with about 2,000 troops training in air, maritime, amphibious and land operations

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Indonesian President Strengthens Ties With China

Indonesian President Subianto strengthens ties with China, focusing on economic cooperation and maritime security in the region.

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Newly inaugurated Indonesian President Subianto visits China in first overseas trip

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has pledged to maintain close ties with China during a meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing, his first overseas stop since he took office three weeks ago

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