And it happened again. The racial discrimination toward Papuan people. This time, by the Indonesian military officers again. Yet, this one is almost a copy of what happened to George Floyd in America.  What is it this time? How could this thing happen (again)? Will the people of Papua get justice? Do the lives of Papuans even matter? Check out more stories about Indonesia at www.theindonesiasaga.com Video footage from Twitter of Veronica Koman (she's not the first source tho) --> https://twitter.com/VeronicaKoman/status/1420023933936541705 ..read more

Are you a fan of Kpop? Ah, Indonesia has lots of them. Passionate and loyal Kpop fans. A study by Twitter in 2020 discovered that Indonesia is among the top 5 Kpop markets in the world. So, what makes Indonesian Kpop fans unique? And how is their potential for Kpop entertainment? Check out more stories about Indonesia at www.theindonesiasaga.com Read a survey of "Who likes BTS?" --> https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2021/05/782_306147.html ..read more

Is he though? Another critic for President Jokowi is satire memes from some university students in Indonesia. All this time, Jokowi merely gives his people false promises. That's likely what it would like to say. The accusations are not the only issue people are talking about. The aftermath is what is eventful. From Mr. President's comment to the hearing made by the university. One thing that many believe is the deprivation of the students' civil rights. Freedom of expression. Join Fi to fact-check the accusations and how the students in Indonesia losing their intellectual freedom over time. C ..read more

Happy 494th birthday to Jakarta! No laugh let alone Jakarta Fair to celebrate. Jakarta is not okay.  What's happening tho? As if Covid-19 is not enough, a pile of homework to do and grief that blankets this heart of Indonesia. This is Jakarta today but will it ever be okay again? Check out more stories about Indonesia from me at www.theindonesiasaga.com ..read more

Bali is dying because of the pandemic. It hits the island's economy like never before. Today, saving Bali is the ultimate mission of the Indonesia Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy. That gives birth to the Work From Bali project to encourage digital nomads.  The pilot project invites a debate in society despite the not-so-good financial situation of the state and the spread of Covid-19 in Indonesia.  What is it and how effective will it be to help Bali? Check out more stories about Indonesia from me at www.theindonesiasaga.com ..read more

There is never peace in the Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK). How ironic that uncovering the truths and catching criminals becomes the enemy of the country. Years after years, many tried to bring KPK down. Yet, the storm gets raging with the revision of UU KPK (corruption law). People with integrity within KPK brace for a farewell after failing the infamous Tes Wawasan Kebangsaan (TWK). Nothing ever happened coincidentally, right? What is actually happening in KPK? Is goodbye going to be our sad ending? Check out more stories about Indonesia from me at www.theindonesiasaga.co ..read more

Every war is heartbreaking and so is the one between Israel and Palestine in the Gaza strip. The truth is they are not alone, especially Palestine. Indonesia always stands with Palestine. Yesterday, today, and forever. What do you need to know about the close relationship between Indonesia and Palestine? Check out more stories about Indonesia from me at www.theindonesiasaga.com ..read more

The saga of Indonesia and West Papua entering a new stage. Indonesia officially labeled the West Papua National Liberation Army as a terrorist organization. A new move that is seen to destroy any hope of peaceful resolution for Papuans. What should we expect more to come? Check out more stories about Indonesia from me at www.theindonesiasaga.com ..read more

This episode is dedicated to celebrate the Kartini Day or Indonesian Woman's Day. There are many women issues in Indonesia. A century later after the fight of Kartini, Indonesian women are still strive for woman empowerment and gender equality. Life is never easy for Indonesian women. Check out more stories about Indonesia from me at www.theindonesiasaga.com ..read more

#BenciProdukAsing It says hate foreign products. Is Indonesia truly anti-foreign? That may be a million-dollar question. The campaign to hate foreign products sparks a debate especially in the midst of import plans by some ministries. Not to mention, the entry of many foreign workers to the country despite the travel restrictions due to Covid-19. The infamous Omnibus Law may have a story to tell who is Indonesia for today. We should solve the mystery box now! Check out more stories about Indonesia from me at www.theindonesiasaga.com ..read more