SUBANG, Jakartaweekly.com—BYD’s vehicle manufacturing plant in Subang, West Java, currently employs around 5,000 local workers. The company aims to increase the workforce to 20,000 once the manufacturing facility becomes fully operational. Vice President of BYD Company Limited and General Manager of BYD Asia Pacific Auto Sales Division Liu Xueliang said thousands of local workers are […]
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — The government has issued a policy prohibiting telecommunications operators from forfeiting customers’ unused prepaid internet data that has already been paid for. The policy is stipulated in a Circular Letter issued by the Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs (SE Menkomdigi), as a follow-up to a ruling by the Constitutional Court (MK). […]
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — Automechanika Jakarta 2026 will feature a series of supporting events, or fringe programmes, designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and global connections of Indonesia’s automotive industry players. Fiona Chiew, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, said the programmes were prepared as Indonesia continues to play a growing role in the regional […]
Jakartaweekly.com – Efforts to build Indonesia’s digital industry ecosystem are gaining momentum through cross-sector collaboration, as the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi), through its Directorate of Digital Ecosystem Development, partners with businesses and other stakeholders to expand the Garuda Spark Innovation Hub (GSIH) initiative. The initiative was officially launched simultaneously in Jakarta, Batam, […]
NTT DATA and Palo Alto Networks have launched a multi-year global strategic alliance aimed at helping enterprises adopt AI securely, strengthen cyber resilience and navigate an increasingly complex threat landscape. The partnership combines AI-powered cybersecurity with consulting, engineering and managed services, targeting US$1 billion in joint business by 2029.
In this opinion, Elisabeth Kurniawan reflects on her experience at the AIFOD Geneva Summit and explores why AI is no longer simply a technology issue. From access and capital to governance, sovereignty and human capability, she examines the bigger question shaping the AI era: who gets to participate in—and benefit from—the future being built?
SINGAPORE, Jakartaweekly.com – Strategic Marine marked the naming and delivery of Putri Mayang Sari on 12 August 2026, the first of three next-generation 43-metre passenger catamarans under construction for Bintan Resort Ferries (BRF) at the company’s Singapore shipyard. Chan Eng Yew, Chief Executive Officer of Strategic Marine, said the delivery of Putri Mayang Sari reflects the strong partnership, trust […]
MEDAN, Jakartaweekly.com—iCAR Indonesia has partnered with PT Infiniti Oriental Star to open the iCAR Medan City Store, as the company seeks to expand its presence in North Sumatra through the modern-classic styled showroom. Bayu Apriadi, Regional Sales Manager of iCAR Indonesia, said network expansion is part of the company’s strategy to strengthen the brand’s presence […]
SURABAYA, Jakartaweekly.com—The organizers of the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2026 Surabaya have prepared 79 vehicles for test drives and test rides. Abiyoso Wietono, Project Director of GIIAS, said the test drive and test ride programs are among the many activities most eagerly anticipated by visitors at every GIIAS event. “The test drive and […]
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com— Defender has introduced a series of updates across its 4×4 SUV lineup, including the new Defender Vertex variant, the Extended Exterior Pack, new colour and accessory options, and a six-seat configuration for the Defender 110. Defender Brand Director Mark Cameron said the updates are intended to expand personalisation options without altering the rugged […]
