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[Indonesia Report] How to keep Ramadan in foreign countries

Some men come out at dawn, drag loudspeaker that plays religious song around the neighborhood while shouting “sahur…sahur…sahur….”, or Suhoor in Arabic which is in Islamic term referring to meal before fasting starts. This is a common scene that can be found in Indonesia during Ramadan month. They call out the neighbors to wake up […]

24 July , 20121 CommentRead More

[Indonesia Report] ASEAN Hopes to settle dispute on South China Sea

Amid tension in South China Sea, ASEAN countries are expected to release a statement of unity of their stands on South China Sea dispute this week. ASEAN Ministerial Meeting’s unprecedented failure to issue communiqué last week, raised concern over ASEAN’s unity. They failed to reach a consensus after Cambodia objection over a wording, the mentioning […]

20 July , 2012Comments Off on [Indonesia Report] ASEAN Hopes to settle dispute on South China SeaRead More

[Indonesia Report] Es Campur, Indonesian summer delicacy

Summer Dishes: Four Season to Tropical Country Summer, probably is the most commercialized season. As you can see, products are sold with advertisement of a shining summer theme with tan models, bright sunshine and holiday. But it actually shows the spirit of people welcoming summer, the bright sunny days when they can enjoy outdoor activities. […]

19 July , 2012Comments Off on [Indonesia Report] Es Campur, Indonesian summer delicacyRead More

[Indonesia Report] 7 billion world population: Is it boon or bane?

A century ago, world population was just about a billion. In October last year, it reached 7 billion in total. This rapid grow could be a celebration for some or a disaster for others living together on this planet. People around the world celebrated the birth of the world’s seven billionth baby. Mass media in United States, Philippine […]

16 July , 2012Comments Off on [Indonesia Report] 7 billion world population: Is it boon or bane?Read More

[Indonesia Report] South Korea, Indonesia to talk about FTA

South Korean and Indonesian negotiators are scheduled to hold the first meeting of free trade talks Thursday (July 12) in the Indonesia’s capital city of Jakarta. According to South Korea’s Trade Ministry, the agenda of the meeting is to discuss the scope and coverage of the pact, as well as other issues, Yonhap, Korean News Agency reported […]

12 July , 2012Comments Off on [Indonesia Report] South Korea, Indonesia to talk about FTARead More

[Indonesia Report] Samsung hits new sales record in Indonesian market

Samsung, one of world’s largest electronic companies, perceived opportunity to expand its market in Indonesia. Country with more than 230 million population, growing economy with GDP of 6,5 percent in 2011 and large market for electronic consumers makes Indonesia a potential market for the South Korea’s giant electronic company. UK based research company, ResearchBuyer.com, reported […]

10 July , 2012Comments Off on [Indonesia Report] Samsung hits new sales record in Indonesian marketRead More

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Restoration of Peace and Unification of Korean Peninsula is inevitable

Standing at the observatory atop a hill in demilitarized zone (DMZ) between South and North Korea, I gazed towards northern part of Korean peninsula, covered with thick mist making it invisible. I recalled the reports of recent nuclear tests by the North Korean regime that proves the old saying that ‘man, not weapons, makes the […]…

27 May , 2016Comments Off on Restoration of Peace and Unification of Korean Peninsula is inevitableRead More

North Korea’s foreign trade

Recent economic sanctions created serious problems with exports of minerals from North Korea. Technically UN member countries are banned from importing North Korea minerals even though in practice it remains to be seen to what extent this ban will be observed by China. Nonetheless, there is no doubt that the share of minerals of North […]…

16 August , 2016Comments Off on North Korea’s foreign tradeRead More

Singapore icon who wanted to be feared, yet was loved

Within and without the island-state, his name has been synonymous with Singapore. His demise touched hearts and triggered a seldom-witnessed catharsis as Singaporeans felt the profound loss of their national icon. The spontaneous overflow of emotions for the late elder statesman, whose paternalistic dominance spanning over 30 years was beginning to feel condescending to young […]…

28 May , 2015Comments Off on Singapore icon who wanted to be feared, yet was lovedRead More

Nepal: fear, debris and shattered lives

Khilmaya Gautam, 66, is a heart patient. She cannot walk. Her husband is a diabetic. This old couple of Koteshwore, Kathmandu, who owns a house, spent Saturday night in the open after the earth continued to tremble. They were sleeping under their staircase at their home with their son, daughter-in-law and two grandsons. But when […]…

29 April , 2015Comments Off on Nepal: fear, debris and shattered livesRead More

From Confucius to Gandhi

What makes the South Korean industry and economy robust? Hard work…sincerity…honesty or simply the righteous character of each and every citizen? The first thing that strikes a visitor is the calm demeanor and smiling face of the host. Aggression of any kind is missing…in the body language of a common Korean walking on the street […]…

10 June , 20161 CommentRead More