Hundreds of students gathered at the Gramedia Four-Way Intersection on Jalan Jenderal Sudirman in Yogyakarta, Indonesia on September 1, 2026, in a demonstration that began peacefully in the afternoon but turned violent by nightfall after clashes with a civilian group.
Category: Society
Indonesia’s Mount Anak Krakatau Eruption Continues, Public Urged to Stay Alert
On 5 September, volcanic activity at Mount Anak Krakatau in South Lampung, Lampung, continued following a sustained eruption that began at 11.07 pm local time on the previous day. Loud bangs and rumbling sounds were reported from the volcano observation post in Pasauran.
Singapore Expands F1 Race-Season Events Beyond the Circuit
Singapore will extend the Formula 1 race atmosphere beyond the circuit in October, with Grand Prix Season Singapore (GPSS) returning from October 2 to 11 alongside the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix.
FPCI Welcomes Indonesia’s 100 GWp Solar Programme, Calls for Clearer Regulations
Indonesia’s plan to develop 100 GWp of solar power has received backing from the Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia (FPCI), Indonesia’s largest foreign policy non-governmental organisation, following President Prabowo Subianto’s groundbreaking ceremony on August 25, 2026. FPCI said the event demonstrated the Government’s determination to place solar energy at the centre of Indonesia’s future electricity strategy.
Sihanoukville Raid Leads to Detention of 37 Over Suspected Online Fraud
On September 1, a crackdown on suspected online fraud in Sihanoukville led to the detention of 37 people, including 35 foreign nationals, after officials searched a residential villa believed to be linked to scam activities.
Vietnam Aims to Raise the Bar at Asian Games with 348 Athletes
On August 28, the Sports Authority of Vietnam (SAV) confirmed that Vietnam’s national delegation is aiming to improve on its previous Asian Games performance after naming a 348-strong athlete contingent for this year’s competition in Japan.
Manila Steps Up Assistance for Filipinos Caught in Nepal Floods
On August 28, Philippine authorities moved to assist citizens who may have been caught in the devastating floods that have hit parts of Nepal, as the death toll from the disaster continued to rise.
Cambodia and Cameroon Eye Broader Cooperation Ahead of Francophonie Summit
On August 29, Cameroon is preparing to send a high-level delegation to Phnom Penh for the 20th Francophonie Summit in November, signalling continued efforts to deepen relations with Cambodia and strengthen cooperation within the French-speaking community.
Hanoi Prepares for Mid-Autumn Festival with Six Cultural Spaces
Hanoi will host a month-long cultural programme celebrating the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival, with Lưu Trăng Phố Cổ 2026 taking place from August 27 to September 30 across six heritage and cultural venues in the capital.
Thailand Launches “Year of Transformation” for Tourism in 2027
Thailand is set to reposition its tourism sector in 2027 as the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) launches “The Year of Transformation” on August 24. The strategy designed to move the industry beyond visitor numbers and towards higher-value, sustainable travel.