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ADB approves $400 million loan to make it easier to do business in the Philippines

ADB approves $400 million loan to make it easier to do business in the Philippines

MANILA, Dec 10 (Reuters) - The Asian Development Bank has approved a $400 million policy-based loan to support the Philippines' efforts to make it easier for investors to do business in the country.
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US trade deal with Indonesia at risk of collapse, US official says

US trade deal with Indonesia at risk of collapse, US official says

By Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON, Dec 9 (Reuters) - A U.S. trade agreement reached with Indonesia in July is at risk of collapsing because Jakarta has backtracked on several commitments it made as part of the deal, a U.S. official said on Tuesday.
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Indonesia Imposes Fines on Illegal Mining in Forest Areas

Indonesia Imposes Fines on Illegal Mining in Forest Areas

Indonesia has announced fines for miners operating illegally in forest areas as part of efforts to protect these regions from unauthorized clearing. The fines vary by mineral, with nickel miners facing penalties of 6.5 billion rupiah per hectare, bauxite miners 1.76 billion rupiah, tin miners 1.25 billion rupiah, and coal miners 354 million rupiah per hectare. A government task force, including military and law enforcement, will enforce these fines based on their investigations. Recently, the task force ordered companies in palm oil and mining to pay substantial fines for illegal operations.
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Freeport-McMoRan Faces Securities Fraud Lawsuit Following Stock Decline

Freeport-McMoRan Faces Securities Fraud Lawsuit Following Stock Decline

Freeport-McMoRan Faces Securities Fraud Lawsuit Following Stock Decline
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Freeport-McMoRan Inc. Faces Securities Fraud Lawsuit After Stock Decline

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. Faces Securities Fraud Lawsuit After Stock Decline

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. Faces Securities Fraud Lawsuit After Stock Decline
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Krakatau Eruption: The Loudest Sound Ever Recorded and Its Global Impact

Krakatau Eruption: The Loudest Sound Ever Recorded and Its Global Impact

The 1883 eruption of Krakatau, a volcanic island in Indonesia, is recognized as the loudest sound ever recorded. The eruption was heard over 1,900 miles away and created a pressure wave that circled the globe seven times. At 100 miles from the source, the sound reached an estimated 170 decibels, enough to cause permanent hearing damage. Modern estimates suggest the sound reached about 310 decibels, transforming into shock waves rather than normal sound waves. This event is often compared to other loud historical events, such as the Tunguska meteor explosion, but remains unparalleled in its global impact.
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Global Fashion Agenda Launches Initiative in Türkiye to Combat Textile Waste

Global Fashion Agenda Launches Initiative in Türkiye to Combat Textile Waste

The Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) has announced the Circular Fashion Partnership: Türkiye, a new initiative aimed at developing a circular textile system in Türkiye by recycling post-industrial textile waste. This initiative, set to begin in early 2026, will establish waste management systems in factories, enhance traceability, and connect manufacturers with recyclers. The program is part of the Global Circular Fashion Forum and builds on successful models implemented in Bangladesh, Cambodia, and Indonesia. Türkiye, a major apparel manufacturing hub, is well-positioned to scale textile-to-textile recycling due to its integrated industry and proximity to the EU.
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Java Island Zoo Celebrates Birth of First Panda Cub in Indonesia

Java Island Zoo Celebrates Birth of First Panda Cub in Indonesia

A zoo on Java island has announced the birth of Indonesia's first locally-born giant panda cub, named Satrio Wiratama, or Rio. Born to 15-year-old Hu Chun, the cub is in good health and under constant monitoring. This birth is part of a decade-long conservation partnership between Indonesia and China, aimed at protecting endangered species. The zoo has emphasized the importance of the cub's health and welfare, inviting the public to support the panda's development.
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A fire in an office building in Indonesia's capital kills at least 22 people

A fire in an office building in Indonesia's capital kills at least 22 people

Indonesian police say a fire ripped through an office building in the capital, Jakarta, killing at least 22 people
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At least 22 people killed in office building fire in Indonesia's capital

At least 22 people killed in office building fire in Indonesia's capital

Indonesian police say at least 22 people have been killed when a fire ripped through an office building in the capital
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Java Island Zoo Celebrates Birth of First Panda Cub in Indonesia, Strengthening Conservation Efforts

Java Island Zoo Celebrates Birth of First Panda Cub in Indonesia, Strengthening Conservation Efforts

The Taman Safari Indonesia, located in Cisarua, West Java, has announced the birth of the first giant panda cub in Indonesia. The cub, named Satrio Wiratama, or Rio, was born to 15-year-old mother Hu Chun on November 27, 2025. The zoo released photos and videos showing the newborn panda in an incubator, displaying healthy signs such as strong vocalization and effective nursing. The birth is part of a 10-year conservation partnership between Indonesia and China, aimed at protecting endangered species. The adult pandas, Cai Tao and Hu Chun, were brought to Indonesia in 2017 and reside in a specially built enclosure at the park.
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Indonesia Welcomes First Giant Panda Cub, Strengthening Conservation Ties with China

Indonesia Welcomes First Giant Panda Cub, Strengthening Conservation Ties with China

The first giant panda cub born in Indonesia has been introduced to the public, marking a significant milestone in the country's conservation efforts. The cub, named Satrio Wiratama, or Rio, was born to 15-year-old Hu Chun at the Indonesian Safari Park in Cisarua, West Java. The birth is part of a 10-year conservation partnership between Indonesia and China, which began in 2017 with the arrival of adult pandas Cai Tao and Hu Chun. The zoo has released images and videos of the newborn, who is reportedly healthy, nursing well, and showing strong vocalization. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced the cub's name during a meeting with Wang Huning, a top Chinese political adviser. The zoo is prioritizing the health and welfare of both the mother and the cub, and they are not yet accessible to the public.