he Banda Aceh Public Order Agency and Wilayatul Hisbah (Satpol PP WH) plans to intensify monitoring during of Ramadan to prevent violations of Islamic law under a mandate from the Regional Leadership Coordination Forum (Forkopimda) according to the agency’s duty chief “We have routine [patrols] every day, but we will increase our supervision even further during Ramadan,” Banda Aceh Satpol PP WH head Muhammad Rizal said on Thursday in the Acehnese capital, as quoted by kompas.com The agency had mapped out priority regions for the intensified patrol such as the subdistricts of Peunayong and Kampung Baru and that rules specific to the holy fasting month included an opening time of 9:30 p.m “We will make sure that no establishments are open during isya [evening prayer] and tarawih [Ramadan evening prayers],” Rizal said Hotels will be the main focus of patrol personnel while the agency will run a concurrent public campaign on education and awareness to encourage compliance with sharia The country’s westernmost region of Aceh imposes Islamic law under its designation as a special province Delivered straight to your inbox three times weekly this curated briefing provides a concise overview of the day's most important issues covering a wide range of topics from politics to culture and society Please check your email for your newsletter subscription Read also: Free meals will continue with adjusted menus during Ramadan, govt says Ramadan is expected to begin on the evening of March 1 this year pending confirmation from the government’s moonsighting committee after observing the phase of the moon on Friday The country’s second-largest Muslim organization Muhammadiyah which uses a different method to determine the first day of the fasting month announced in mid-January a starting date of March 1 the Aceh Food Agency has assured the public that food supplies were stable for Ramadan the agency’s food availability and security head said her office had monitored food stocks and made projections in anticipation of the expected surge in demand during the Ramadan-Idul Fitri holiday season “We’ve prepared food supply projections, not just for Ramadan, but for every month. The goal is to assess demand and supply so we can prepare preventive measures, particularly during major religious holidays,” she said on Monday, as quoted by state-owned radio station RRI Quickly share this news with your network—keep everyone informed with just a single click Customize your reading experience by adjusting the text size to small or large—find what’s most comfortable for you Zacharias Wuragil TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Earthquake struck parts of Aceh on Sunday afternoon, October 13, 2024, precisely at 14:01 WIB (Western Indonesia Time). Initial information from the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency (BMKG) the earthquake had a Magnitude of 5.6 and was centered in the sea 'No tsunami potential,' said the statement from the BMKG updated the initial information on the earthquake's strength to M5.6 The center is said to be located 121 kilometers southwest of Banda Aceh City 'Shallow earthquakes due to subduction plate activities,' he said in a statement shared post the earthquake incident He explained that the earthquake impacted and was felt in the Banda Aceh and Aceh Besar areas at scale III-IV MMI intensity then in Sabang and Pidie at scale III MMI intensity Intensity IV MMI is equivalent to an earthquake that occurred during the day and felt by many people indoors the tremors are felt distinctly indoors as if a truck is passing by Editor's Choice: After Bandung and Jayapura, Earthquake Jolts Sampang on Monday Morning, BMKG Reports Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News What Is Worldcoin? 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Twenty years on, Banda Aceh has been rebuilt and is thriving once more. "The transformation has been extraordinary," says Sam Clark of UK-based Experience Travel Group which has recently launched trips to the city "It's a testament to the fortitude of the Acehnese people to see how Banda Aceh has risen from the waters." "Banda Aceh and the wider province represent the final frontier of adventure tourism in Indonesia," he says they'll find it's a place well worth seeking out." and was built in the form of a stylised mountain to ease the homesickness she felt for the highlands of her homeland The mosque survived the tsunami intact – a sign interpreted by many as divine intervention – and in the immediate aftermath it served as both a survivors' shelter and a temporary morgue for bodies awaiting identification "It refers to the power of God's will," says local guide Mahlizar (Acehnese people traditionally only use a first name) even if we don't understand the reason why." One of the most iconic symbols of the tsunami is a fishing boat that came to rest on top of a house in Lampulo village around 1km from where it was originally docked I thought the Earth would split in two," says Bundiah one of 59 people who survived by climbing onboard to escape the rising water where she shares her memories with visitors "Telling our stories honours the past and helps us process what happened so we can move forward towards the light." The tsunami prompted an unprecedented humanitarian response and international relief effort alongside thousands of kilometres of new roads "The physical scars were quickly removed but the grief and mental trauma took much longer," says Mahlizar "Our faith was of great comfort and a vital part of the healing process." Many locals credit the strength of Acehnese culture and community as key factors in dealing with the tragedy. 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A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Aceh province in northern Sumatra on Friday evening shaking buildings and triggering panic among residents still traumatized by the devastating tsunami 20 years ago approximately 36 kilometers southwest of Aceh Selatan The tremor had a depth of 29 kilometers beneath the Earth's surface the earthquake's epicenter was located at coordinates 3.15°N latitude and 96.95°E longitude The agency also urged residents to remain calm and vigilant for potential aftershocks Although the earthquake did not pose a tsunami threat authorities are continuing to monitor the situation closely The earthquake revived memories of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami which devastated Aceh and surrounding regions triggered by a 9.1-magnitude earthquake off the coast of Sumatra killed over 170,000 people in Indonesia and displaced millions more across several countries No immediate reports have indicated casualties or significant damage from the January 31 earthquake Local authorities are actively gathering information and conducting field assessments dozens of patients and their families rushed out of the building during the shaking Many sought refuge in the hospital’s courtyard while waiting for the all-clear The Aceh Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD) confirmed that there have been no reports of fatalities or severe structural damage as of now The agency noted that the tremor was felt across a broad area including the southern and central coastal regions of Aceh Authorities continue to monitor the situation and urge residents to stay informed through official channels BANDA ACEH CITY – Acting Governor of West Java Bey Machmudin attended the opening of the 21st National Sports Week (PON) 2024 which took place at the Harapan Bangsa Stadium This 2024 PON is very special because for the first time the opening of PON will be held in two different places simultaneously and synchronized The two opening locations are Harapan Bangsa Stadium The opening ceremony of PON 2024 also promises a spectacular experience by showcasing a blend of Nusantara culture and advanced technology The opening of PON XXI/2024 was witnessed and inaugurated by President Joko Widodo accompanied by the Minister of Youth and Sports (Menpora) Dito Ariotedjo President Jokowi emphasized that the 2024 Aceh-North Sumatra PON is not just a competition but also an event to produce the nation's best athletes The President said that PON should be a place where more world record breakers and gold medal candidates can be born in international events such as the SEA Games "But what is more important is that this PON is an event for us to further strengthen our unity to strengthen our bonds of brotherhood as a nation I ask that you really uphold sportsmanship and fair play," the President emphasized which will be held for the first time in two provinces is a strong symbol of Indonesian unity in diversity this event is expected to be a stage for achievements that will not only make local people proud President Jokowi also invited the entire community to celebrate PON 2024 with a spirit of togetherness and joy while still upholding sportsmanship in every match "Let us celebrate PON XXI with the spirit of togetherness and sportsmanship but full of joy to carve out achievements that make the country proud," said the President the President officially opened the 2024 Aceh-North Sumatra PON with pride and optimism "By saying bismillahir-rahmanir-rahim I declare the 21st PON Aceh-North Sumatra open," said the President consisting of athletes and officials to participate in various sports at PON XXI/2024 They are ready to fight to bring home medals and win the overall championship title for the third time in a row midwife-turned-immunization coordinator Nur Khalida has been based at Puskesmas Ingin Jaya on the outskirts of Banda Aceh City.   Nur works with local midwives on how best to improve immunization coverage focusing on addressing vaccine hesitancy.   \"I believe in using a personal approach to build trust with the community,” she explains “I always offer my phone number for follow-up questions which helps alleviate fears.”   Nur Khalida (left) and other participants engage in a role-play exercise These practical sessions on immunisation administration and role-playing exercises helped participants effectively explain diseases and vaccinations to parents recent outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles polio and diphtheria have highlighted the urgent need to improve immunization coverage just 20.8% of children in Aceh were fully immunized well below the national average of 95.3%.   well-trained and empowered health workers can boost vaccine acceptance protect communities and ultimately save lives.   “Health workers are the bridge between public health policies and the communities they serve,” explains Dr Muhammad Fathun WHO Technical Officer for vaccination in Aceh “It’s not enough to simply offer vaccines; they must be able to communicate educate and earn people’s trust.”  This simple yet crucial observation was the foundation of a Ministry of Health (MoH) and World Health Organization (WHO)-supported training in Banda Aceh City Trainers demonstrated how to identify frozen vaccines “Many people in the community fear adverse events following immunization or face opposition from family members particularly fathers,” says Dr Fathun we addressed these concerns with participants through practical role-playing exercises.”   frontline health workers are the ones who have the most direct contact with families so they need to be equipped with the right tools and communication skills to address community concerns in a compassionate and understanding way.\"  The MoH and WHO-supported training was conducted in two five-day batches bringing together 180 participants from 7 districts in the province This included 102 immunization officers and 78 midwives In addition to community engagement and education the training covered key skills such as microplanning and vaccine cold chain management including how to identify frozen vaccines.   Participants engage in hands-on record keeping and cold chain management training at a Puskesmas Sessions were also held on reporting immunization programme implementation surveillance of adverse events following immunization and monitoring and evaluating immunization activities Nur notes that both the content of the training and the participants marked a significant shift from earlier approaches.   training for central health office staff was prioritized while training for midwives and immunization officers was minimal.   the immunization officers often knowing who was vaccinated and who was not.    gaps are being bridged – one health worker at a time.    This activity was supported by the Australian government through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade "I believe in using a personal approach to build trust with the community,” she explains so they need to be equipped with the right tools and communication skills to address community concerns in a compassionate and understanding way."  Audio NewsThis article has been translated using AI. See original Minister of Home Affairs Inaugurates Governor and Deputy Governor of Aceh Earlier 00:0000:0010101.00xBy Dian Dewi Purnamasari 12 Feb 2025 19:40 WIB · English KOMPAS – Minister of Home Affairs Tito Karnavian representing the 8th President of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto inaugurated Aceh Governor Muzakir Manaf and Deputy Governor Fadhlullah for the 2025-2030 period in the Plenary Session of the Aceh House of Representatives in Banda Aceh This inauguration is earlier than the simultaneous inauguration of 505 elected regional heads from the 2024 Regional Head Elections in Jakarta This is in accordance with the mandate of Law Number 11 of 2006 concerning Aceh Governance President Prabowo Subianto was unable to attend the inauguration of the Governor and Deputy Governor of Aceh in person due to receiving a visit from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan The early inauguration in Aceh is in accordance with Article 69 letter c of Law Number 11 of 2006 concerning the Government of Aceh which stipulates that the inauguration of the Governor and Deputy Governor is carried out by the Minister of Home Affairs on behalf of the President in front of the Aceh Sharia Court in a Plenary Session of the Aceh Regional House of Representatives The inauguration ceremony was also attended by several figures including the 10th and 12th Vice President Jusuf Kalla Wali Nanggroe Aceh Teuku Malik Mahmud Al-Haythtar Deputy Chairman of the Aceh Sharia Court Basuni Minister of Creative Economy Teuku Riefky Harsya Head of the State Intelligence Agency (BIN) Muhammad Herindra as well as the Acting Governor of Aceh for the 2024-2025 period Safrizal ZA Also present were a number of former officials from the previous cabinet Tito explained that the inauguration on February 12 was chosen to ensure that the Governor and Deputy Governor of Aceh who are inaugurated have enough time to inaugurate the regents and mayors in the Aceh Province area the inauguration is part of the preparations before attending the simultaneous inauguration of regional heads at the State Palace on February 20 as well as preparations before participating in the regional heads' retreat at the Military Academy (Akmil) "He (the President) is very magnanimous and fully understands those regulations and also respects the request from the Aceh DPR and the elected governor he conveyed to proceed with the inauguration on February 12," explained Tito President Prabowo also understands the importance of the inauguration and has conveyed his apologies for not being able to attend in person in Aceh the President very much wanted to witness the inauguration directly President Prabowo still extended his congratulations to the newly inaugurated governor and deputy governor of Aceh as a form of his attention and affection towards Aceh he (the President) really wanted to be here in person to witness it he is receiving an official visit from the President of Turkey the PDI Perjuangan (PDI-P) DPP provided briefing to all regional heads elected in 2024 at the Party School in Lenteng Agung The briefing was carried out in a hybrid manner and was attended directly by a number of central party administrators including PDI-P Secretary General Hasto Kristiyanto PDI-P DPP Chairmen Djarot Saiful Hidayat and Deddy Yevri Sitorus and PDI-P Deputy Secretary General Yoseph Aryo Adhi Dharmo Hasto said he had reported to the General Chairperson of the PDI-P DPP Megawati Soekarnoputri regarding the briefing activity Megawati is performing the Umrah pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia with her family He added that the provision provided by the PDI-P DPP was intended so that regional heads who are PDI-P cadres have provisions before later receiving direction and coaching directly from President Prabowo Subianto regional heads from PDI-P have provisions of knowledge related to geopolitical conditions and the concept of the Republic of Indonesia "This is a provision so that later before receiving direction and training from President Prabowo Subianto and all levels of the state government all elected regional heads (from PDIP) will have provisions in a concept that the form of our state is the Republic of Indonesia the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia Hasto also advised all regional heads who are directly elected by the people to put development in a system that is in line with the Republic of Indonesia which is led by a president Although the president is supported by a political party or a coalition of other political parties by being directly elected he can gain legitimacy to serve the next five years "The President and his vice president have a vision and mission which is stated in the medium-term development plan Hasto said that this briefing was an effort to integrate thoughts and to show how the PDI-P's vision and mission were derived based on the mandate of Pancasila and the 1945 Constitution with the principle of realizing Indonesia Trisakti Hasto emphasized that when formulating policies regional heads elected in 2024 from PDI-P are required to invite experts and specialists This is part of the implementation of the intellectual tradition initiated by the Proclaimer Ir Soekarno or Bung Karno He hopes that the policies implemented by the PDI-P regional heads must be based on in-depth research and studies referring to theoretical guidelines found from developing social phenomena as Bung Karno did in the past "So our regional heads are required to create a policy based on research because the theory was found from the social phenomenon that was growing at that time which was strengthened by Soekarno that the world experienced extraordinary changes after the French revolution," said Hasto Hasto reminded PDI-P regional heads not to forget history and to continue to explore big ideas from various schools of thought such as materialism and socialism that were once brought by Soekarno the resulting policies can be more relevant to the objective conditions of the people and in-depth in analyzing various challenges to see how the dialectic of regional progress Soekarno saw the history of the archipelago books as a window to the world and the thoughts of world figures that underlie a construction of the problems faced by the Indonesian people," said Hasto Djarot said that the first wave of training was attended by 142 regional heads from PDI-P They are regional heads who were first elected in the 2024 Pilkada The 142 regional heads from PDI-P consist of 71 internal cadres 45 elements of the state civil apparatus and bureaucracy "From here the party then prepares its vision and mission all elected regional heads from PDI-P are committed to working together to realize the goal of an Independent Indonesia," said Djarot The former Mayor of Blitar added that in PDI-P regional head candidates do not prepare their own vision and mission This is because there is a potential for the vision and mission that is prepared by themselves to tend to be prepared only by consultants who emphasize populism and electoralism He did not forget to congratulate the regional heads who were elected in the 2024 Pilkada he realized that the 2024 Pilkada was going to be tough due to various pressures we won at the provincial level 22 percent in 2024 We won an extraordinary 32 percent while for the second regional head of our district/city from 2017 to 2020 we won 37 percent In 2024 we won 47 percent so an increase of 10 percent," said Djarot The former Governor of Jakarta also reminded all elected regional heads to truly unite with the people The position of regional head is only a tool as a means to realize the ideals of independence overcome the gap between the rich and the poor "Convince us that we are truly united with the people fighting for the aspirations and security of the people This regional head briefing program will be filled by speakers from high-achieving regional heads from PDIP including former Banyuwangi Regent Abdullah Azwar Anas former Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo former Jakarta Governor Basuki Tjahja Purnama or Ahok and former Semarang Mayor Hendrar Prihadi TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) reported a series of temblors in northern regions of Sumatra, Banda Aceh City and Aceh Besar District since Sunday, March 30, until today, Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The latest earthquake occurred this morning at 05:56 a.m The latest earthquake recorded by BMKG has a magnitude of 3.2 The earthquake was felt at a II MMI scale by local residents but no further impact was reported by the agency Another earthquake jolted the region on Monday night at a 4-kilometer depth The 3.9-magnitude tremor occurred at 11:42 p.m WIB and could be felt in Banda Aceh and Aceh Besar with a II MMI scale In his statement regarding the overnight earthquake said it was triggered by Great Sumatra Fault activity in the Seulimeum-North segment "This earthquake is part of a series of temblors in Aceh Besar that have occurred since March 30 where the 3.9 earthquake that occurred now is the 39th earthquake event," said Hendro The epicenter is on land 18 km northeast of Banda Aceh BMKG also recorded two other earthquakes that could be felt in Banda Aceh and Aceh Besar Both had a magnitude of 3.5 on Monday morning at 7:54 a.m Banda Aceh City and Aceh Besar District were rocked by a shallow ground earthquake on Sunday morning The strongest of the tremor was felt in the areas of Banda Aceh and Aceh Besar with a IV MMI intensity scale the earthquake tremor was felt by many people inside the house the ground earthquake had a magnitude of 5.2 - revised from the initial 5.4 magnitude It was recorded to have occurred at 09:58 a.m. "A shallow earthquake due to the activity of the Seulimeum fault," said the Director of Earthquake and Tsunami at BMKG in a statement shared after the earthquake Editor’s Choice: Myanmar Junta Bars Entry of Foreign Media to Quake-Stricken Regions Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News Aceh to Implement Night Curfew on Students Prabowo Plans to Build Emergency Bulog Warehouses in Aceh siren rang out as survivors and relatives of victims began commemorations Thursday for more than 220,000 people killed when a tsunami hit nations around the Indian Ocean 20 years ago an official ceremony at the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque kicked off a series of memorials across Asia with a three-minute-long siren at the exact time a major earthquake caused giant waves on December 26 A 9.1-magnitude earthquake off Sumatra's western tip generated a series of massive waves that pummelled the coastline of more than a dozen countries from Indonesia to Somalia Beachside memorials and religious ceremonies will be held across the worst-hit countries to mark the anniversary with more than 160,000 people killed along its western coast while thousands also died in Sri Lanka survivors and relatives were to gather to remember around 1,000 victims who died when waves derailed a passenger train where half of the more than 5,000 dead were foreign tourists unofficial vigils were expected to accompany a government memorial ceremony Nearly 300 people were killed as far away as Somalia as well as more than 100 in the Maldives and dozens in Malaysia and Myanmar Untuk Masuk dan Daftar akan kami arahkan ke laman Subscribe Investor Daily investor.id - PT Asuransi Sinar Mas (ASM) bersama Asuransi Sinar Mas Unit Usaha Syariah membagikan 200 paket Idulfitri untuk masyarakat di Gampong Ajun Asuransi Sinar Mas Syariah juga mewakafkan 250 mushaf Al-Qur’an untuk lima masjid di Banda Aceh dan 250 mushaf Al-Qur’an untuk tujuh masjid di Lhokseumawe Kegiatan ini merupakan bagian dari Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) bertajuk “Berbagi Berkah Paket Idul Fitri 1446 H dan Wakaf Al-Qur’an” di wilayah Banda Aceh dan Lhokseumawe Pimpinan Asuransi Sinar Mas Syariah Cabang Banda Aceh Osnady Rahmat mengatakan kegiatan ini merupakan bentuk komitmen perusahaan dalam berbagi dan mempererat silaturahmi dengan masyarakat “Kami berharap semoga kegiatan ini dapat memberikan manfaat bagi masyarakat menjelang Hari Raya Idulfitri serta memperkuat peran Asuransi Sinar Mas Syariah dalam mendukung aktivitas keagamaan di tengah masyarakat,” ungkap Osnady.  Al-Qur’an yang diwakafkan dicetak menggunakan Quran Paper (QPP) kertas premium produksi PT Indah Kiat Pulp & Paper Tbk Tangerang Kertas ini telah bersertifikat halal dari Majelis Ulama Indonesia (MUI) dan dikenal memiliki kualitas cetak tinggi dengan tekstur halus APP Group bersama Sinar Mas melalui Yayasan Muslim Sinar Mas telah mewakafkan lebih dari 1,3 juta mushaf Al -Qur’an ke berbagai wilayah Indonesia termasuk daerah terpencil dan pulau-pulau terluar Follow Channel Telegram Official kami untuk update artikel-artikel investor.id Ci Mary (not her real name) made a difficult decision to leave Aceh this year to follow her son to Java for better career opportunities Ci Mary witnessed numerous changes in Aceh during the New Order era and the 2004 tsunami that devastated the province she called home comprises less than 1 percent of the province’s population and their voices and stories are often excluded from national and local accounts even in extensive scholarly works and local knowledge productions on Aceh The political context complicates their existence: Aceh’s history as an Islamic kingdom its contested position within the Indonesian nation and its status as a special autonomous region I have been exploring the overlooked memories of the Aceh Chinese Living in a homestay in Banda Aceh with Aceh Chinese I interacted with over 50 individuals and formed close connections with 20 Aceh Chinese The Chinese connection with Aceh dates back to trade long before the Dutch consolidated their power in the region in the 19th century As the Dutch expanded economic activities in Sumatra waves of Chinese migration to Aceh from China and other parts of Indonesia followed their descendants came to regard Aceh as their home the memories of the Aceh Chinese during periods of crisis and the armed conflict between the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) and the Indonesian government are rarely the focus of public narratives The state often neglects ethnoreligious minorities in conflict resolution a tendency shaped by colonial legacies that entrenched the idea of autochthony a sense of being “native” with an inherent claim to the land The pribumi (native) versus non-pribumi dichotomy and the concept of putra daerah (children of the region) exemplify this political consciousness Whether you're looking to broaden your horizons or stay informed on the latest developments "Viewpoint" is the perfect source for anyone seeking to engage with the issues that matter most When Chinese schools were forcibly closed during the New Order regime Like most Chinese Indonesians of her generation Ci Mary does not speak Mandarin but is fluent in another dialect group she formed close friendships with Acehnese neighbors and married her late husband an Aceh Chinese man whose stepmother was called “Mama Aceh.” Ci Mary and I visited Sigli to pay respects at her family’s tombs in 2022 but this was her first visit to the graveyard since the 2004 tsunami which prompted her migration to Banda Aceh The ruins and neglect of many graves revealed signs of tragedy the passage of time and the absence of familial care Many Aceh Chinese left the region due to a series of major events: Sukarno’s 1959 policy restricting foreigners’ small trade and retail activities disproportionately targeting the Chinese; the 1966 military directives linking the Chinese population to the alleged Indonesia Communist Party coup attempt; the 2004 earthquake and tsunami; the prolonged conflict between GAM and the Indonesian government lasting from 1976 to 2005; and the enactment of Aceh’s special autonomy under sharia my ethnographic research and conversations with Aceh Chinese in Sigli found that only around 20 Aceh Chinese families remain in town driven by limited social and economic opportunities leaves Aceh to pursue education and often builds a future elsewhere identifying herself as both Chinese Indonesian and Orang Aceh she observed that the Aceh Chinese occupy a liminal space The loss of Ci Mary’s daughter and father during the tsunami permanently altered her life Although raised in a devout Buddhist family Ci Mary has sought solace and strength in God as she navigates a new spiritual path in Christianity This journey has become a refuge and a source of healing Memory plays a powerful role in shaping identity and belonging often shaped by authorities and institutions Society’s memory is selective and inherently political particularly for minorities whose fragmented recollections challenge dominant narratives offering alternative ways of navigating identity and belonging Despite political shifts and the implementation of sharia which governs daily life and imposes restrictions based on Islamic values the Aceh Chinese continue to live in the region but not without challenges The laws and Islamic values ingrained in society establish social and political boundaries often rendering non-Muslims as “outsiders” Non-Muslim cultural and religious events still occur in private spaces such as Christmas celebrations and Buddhist rites building new churches or temples is nearly impossible due to strict regulations and suspicion The Aceh Chinese negotiate their presence individually and collectively Associations such as Yayasan Hakka Banda Aceh collaborate with state and non-state actors my research shows that individuals practice subtle forms of resistance maintaining their cultural presence through nuanced As I converse with Aceh Chinese for my research I find they aspire to contribute to Aceh’s future envisioning a peaceful place for their descendants Yet much work remains to achieve sustainable peace and inclusivity Addressing these challenges requires moving beyond superficial tolerance and multiculturalism towards meaningful justice and equality her memories of Aceh and the emotional connections to its land and people remain The writer is a PhD candidate at  Lund University People visit the Tsunami Museum in Banda Aceh Indonesia's Aceh administration holds a function commemorating the 2004 earthquake and tsunami Indonesia experienced a devastating earthquake reaching 9.3 magnitude in Aceh Province in December 2004 stranded on dry land as memorial site of tsunami in Banda Aceh People enjoy the fast-breaking evening meal of iftar during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan at the Baiturrahman Great Mosque in Banda Aceh An aerial drone photo shows people waiting for the fast-breaking evening meal of iftar during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan at the Baiturrahman Great Mosque in Banda Aceh People wait for the fast-breaking evening meal of iftar during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan at the Baiturrahman Great Mosque in Banda Aceh Aceh Province on Thursday after being convicted of engaging in same-sex relations under the province’s strict Islamic law carried out at Taman Sari in Baiturrahman District The Banda Aceh Sharia Court found Apis Irawan guilty of committing Jarimah Liwath—a term for same-sex relations—under Article 63 Apis received 82 lashes after a three-stroke reduction for time served while Delmaza was sentenced to 77 lashes following a similar reduction Both men were visibly in pain during the caning which was briefly paused every ten strokes to allow them to drink water and undergo medical checks they were assisted by officers before being taken to a rest area said the offenders would be returned to their families after the punishment emphasizing the role of family in preventing further violations “Families play a crucial role in ensuring that individuals uphold Islamic values,” he said The two men were arrested in November 2024 after residents discovered them together in a rented room in Syiah Kuala District two other men—Banta Kemari and Nasrul—were also caned for gambling offenses under Jarimah Maisir while Nasrul was caned 34 times after a one-stroke reduction Aceh is the only province in Indonesia that enforces Sharia law granted special autonomy through a 2001 agreement with the central government Despite Indonesia’s national laws not criminalizing same-sex relationships Aceh’s special status allows it to impose such penalties An official website of the United States government A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website Share sensitive information only on official Emergency Information for American Citizens in partnership with the Aceh Tsunami Museum inaugurated a groundbreaking exhibition titled “Partnership in Resilience” to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami The exhibition chronicles the remarkable journey of recovery and reconstruction that followed one of history’s most devastating natural disasters – which claimed more than 160,000 lives in Indonesia – and showcases the enduring partnership between the United States and Indonesia offers visitors a compelling narrative of human resilience through the United States Agency for International Development the Department of Defense and other agencies provided more than $400 million in aid that touched the lives of over 580,000 Acehnese in the aftermath of the disaster the United States stood shoulder to shoulder with Indonesia,” said Jeff Cohen this exhibition commemorates the lives lost while celebrating the extraordinary spirit of the Acehnese people and the powerful impact of international partnership The reconstruction of Aceh represents one of the most successful disaster recovery efforts in modern history demonstrating what we can achieve when we work together,” added Cohen USAID premiered three mini-documentaries highlighting different aspects of the journey to recovery and the lasting impact of our partnership The documentaries focus on the impact of the vital 146-kilometer Banda Aceh-Calang road the revitalization of Aceh’s Gayo coffee industry and the impressive development of Indonesia’s disaster management capabilities today we remember an event that not only tested Aceh’s resilience but also moved the world to unite in solidarity and compassion The 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preserves our collective memory while inspiring reflection on the journey of recovery and peace in the land of ‘Serambi Makkah.’ The Aceh Chinese, a subgroup of Chinese Indonesians, comprises less than 1% of the province’s population I interacted with over 50 individuals and formed close connection with 20 Aceh Chinese Her story offers a glimpse into the sub-ethnic group highlighting the importance of memory in shaping identity and a yearning for belonging The Chinese connection with Aceh dates back to trade long before the Dutch consolidated their power in the region in the 19th century. As the Dutch expanded economic activities in Sumatra, waves of Chinese migration to Aceh from China and other parts of Indonesia followed Ci Mary’s story provides insight into the collective memories of the Aceh Chinese. When Chinese schools were forcibly closed during the New Order regime she formed close friendships with Acehnese neighbours and married her late husband an Aceh Chinese man whose stepmother was called “Mama Aceh.” Ci Mary and I visited Sigli to pay respects at her family’s tombs in 2022 but this was her first visit to the graveyard since the 2004 tsunami — a life-changing event that prompted her migration to Banda Aceh The ruins and neglect of many graves silently revealed signs of tragedy This contrasts with the graves in Banda Aceh These events reshaped the community and the destinies of its members Ci Mary, however, remains deeply connected to Aceh, identifying herself as both Chinese Indonesian and Orang Aceh. Having strong ties to Aceh and the Acehnese community, she recalls that while many Aceh Chinese paid taxation to GAM during the conflict she observed that the Aceh Chinese occupy a liminal space — neither fully insiders nor outsiders This ambiguity leaves them uncertain about their rightful place in the region The loss of Ci Mary’s daughter and father during the tsunami permanently altered her life they reflect collective memories of the Aceh Chinese Ci Mary feared the uncertainty and violence of the time Her life has been profoundly linked to Indonesia’s social and political forces and its unexpected challenges Memory plays a powerful role in shaping identity and belonging. The way society remembers — or chooses to forget — determines who belongs and where. This process, often shaped by authorities and institutions, influences how we imagine ourselves, others, and our nations Society’s memory is selective and inherently political, particularly for minorities whose fragmented recollections challenge dominant narratives The Aceh Chinese negotiate their presence individually and collectively. Associations such as Yayasan Hakka Banda Aceh collaborate with state and non-state actors my research shows that individuals practise subtle forms of resistance I find them aspire to contribute to Aceh’s future Ellya Syafriani TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The tsunami disaster in Aceh 20 years ago was one of the most heartbreaking tragedies the people of Aceh continued to struggle in various sectors The disaster became the starting point for the community to rise To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Aceh tsunami disaster the State Islamic University (UIN) Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh collaborated with Teuku Umar University (UTU) Meulaboh to hold the Aceh International Forum 2024 (AIF 2024) The forum is scheduled to take place from 23 to 25 December 2024 in Banda Aceh and Meulaboh stated that AIF 2024 was designed as an event to reflect on Aceh's journey for two decades after the tsunami this forum is expected to be a forum for formulating strategic steps to accelerate Aceh's development in the future while still prioritizing regional character and identity "These two decades are the right time to evaluate the progress that has been achieved and formulate future strategies AIF 2024 will be a forum for sharing experiences and ideas from Aceh's disaster and peace figures so that the spirit of collaboration continues to be passed on to the younger generation," said Prof he added that this forum will invite various Aceh's disaster and peace figures who have contributed significantly to Aceh's post-tsunami recovery These figures are expected to share their experiences and ideas with the younger generation The same thing was expressed by the Chancellor of UTU Meulaboh saying that AIF 2024 is not only a commemoration but also a vehicle to strengthen solidarity and build a vision for a better future for Aceh "Meulaboh is one of the areas most affected by the tsunami we want to emphasize the importance of collaboration in developing Aceh from the humanitarian The peak of AIF 2024 will be an International Forum and Round Table Meeting with the theme "Religious Moderation this event will discuss crucial issues related to religious moderation and the importance of cross-national cooperation in disaster management The activity is scheduled to take place at Anjong Mon Mata said that preparations for the event had begun by involving a joint team from UIN Ar-Raniry and UTU "Coordination with the government and other stakeholders continues to be carried out so that this forum can run successfully," said Rahmad added that the collaboration between UIN Ar-Raniry and UTU reflects the spirit of togetherness became a symbol of collaboration for moving forward,” he explained The tsunami disaster that hit Aceh on December 26 2004 became one of the greatest human tragedies in modern history The 9.3 magnitude earthquake that rocked the region was followed by a 30-meter tsunami wave with a speed of 360 kilometers per hour most of the coastal areas of Aceh were destroyed "This is an important lesson that we must be more open to diversity," said Rahmad Editor’s Choice: Indonesia's Aceh Tsunami Survivor Holds on to Hope for Missing Son After 20 Years Halal Snack Polemic: Tests by MUI Contradict BPJPH, BPOM Findings on Pork Content Deadly Bus Accident Leaves 12 Dead in Indonesia, Police: Brake Failure Bappenas, FAO Host Training Workshop to Enhance Governance in Indonesia's Agrifood Systems Transformation Vasectomy for Social Assistance? Dedi Mulyadi's Controversial Proposal Draws Mixed Reactions West Java's Dedi Mulyadi Prepares Rp6bn to Send Troubled Teens to Military Barracks Bareskrim Arrests 4 LPG Agents for Subsidy Fraud, Rp5.6bn in State Losses Indonesian Police Report Rise in Cocaine Use BRIN and BMKG Assess Tsunami Threat for Kalimantan Nuclear Facility Site Election Supervisor Claims Re-Election in Sabang Went Smoothly Series of Earthquakes Spoil Eid Celebrations in Indonesia's Aceh the Businessman from Aceh Behind Indonesia Airlines People laid flowers and offered prayers at mass graves scattered across the capital of Indonesia's westernmost province of Aceh on Thursday marking 20 years since the Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami that left more than 160,000 people dead in the province triggered by a magnitude-9.1 quake centered off the coast of Aceh in Sumatra Island killed about 230,000 people in a dozen countries a former fisherman who goes by only one name narrowly survived the tsunami after he was swept away and his abdomen punctured by an iron bar The 53-year-old had a moment of silence by the sea to remember his parents and four siblings killed by the wave "I could not talk about the experience for more than 10 years after the disaster because it was too heartbreaking I still feel it is hard to do so," Busriadi said recalling how 12-year-old sister Intan Muthia called for his help before she disappeared in the water A commemoration ceremony was held at Baiturrahman Grand Mosque one of the few buildings in the provincial capital that survived the quake and tsunami told those in attendance that the disaster left "deep wounds in Acehnese society but simultaneously served as a reminder of Allah's greatness and how small we are as creatures before him." Expressing gratitude to those who provided assistance "We will never forget your services and contributions." He also noted the disaster led to a peace deal between the central government and a separatist group called the Free Aceh Movement in 2005 to work together for reconstruction with roads and other infrastructure rebuilt and Banda Aceh's city hall reconstructed several kilometers from the coast as a tsunami precaution many people have moved back to the city's coastal areas which were inundated by the more than 30-meter-high tsunami two decades ago who live by the coast because of their work and migrants lured by relatively cheap prices of land facing the sea have crowded the areas said prior to the disaster's 20th anniversary that the municipal government lacks funds to relocate the residents adding it cannot force fishermen to change their profession and live far from the coast As memories of the damage wrought by the tsunami fade among those who experienced it and new generations grow up local authorities have conducted evacuation drills and measures to raise awareness of mitigating the disaster including those in collaboration with Japan a lecturer at the city's Syiah Kuala University who specializes in geographical information systems said most people in Aceh did not know about tsunami before the 2004 disaster and thus did not flee to higher ground after the big quake "While people have returned to tsunami-hit areas at least they now know where to run if a big quake happens," said Muzailin four siblings and other family members to the tsunami stressing the necessity of disaster reduction education Over 60% of quake-affected Noto residents see little recovery: survey FOCUS: Kin of 1985 JAL crash victim shines as beacon for disaster bereaved Japan to decide future of soil removed in Fukushima cleanup by spring To have the latest news and stories delivered to your inbox Simply enter your email address below and an email will be sent through which to complete your subscription Please check your inbox for a confirmation email Thank you for reaching out to us.We will get back to you as soon as possible LET’S READ SUARA SARAWAK/ NEW SARAWAK TRIBUNE E-PAPER FOR FREE AS ​​EARLY AS 2 AM EVERY DAY. CLICK LINK Indonesia: Authorities have urged both the local government and the public to remain vigilant for potential aftershocks following a 5.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Banda Aceh Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) called on residents to stay informed and follow any instruction from local authorities regarding emergency measures the agency also warned of the possibility of further seismic activity and advised the public to remain prepared for additional tremors at any time and evacuate to open ground once the shaking has stopped,” said BNPB spokesperson the tremor lasted for two to three seconds causing buildings to sway and windows to rattle Initial reports suggest no fatalities or significant damage from the quake Sarawak Tribune is a Sarawakian news portal that highlights Sarawak-centric news and other stories of relevance to Sarawak.Today Sarawak Tribune focuses on happenings in Sarawak’s cities towns and small places no matter how remote these are and events of relevance in other states of Malaysia and other countries You don't have permission to access the page you requested What is this page?The website you are visiting is protected.For security reasons this page cannot be displayed Cari English Acehnese Culinary Rumored to Contain Marijuana, BNN Conducts Checks TEKS › English›Acehnese Culinary Rumored to.. Iklan Acehnese Culinary Rumored to Contain Marijuana BNN Conducts Checks Several iconic Acehnese culinary delights are associated with marijuana Audio Berita This article has been translated using AI. See Original Please note that this article was automatically translated using Microsoft Azure AI, Open AI, and Google Translation AI. We cannot ensure that the entire content is translated accurately. If you spot any errors or inconsistencies, contact us at hotline@kompas.id and we'll make every effort to address them TEKS KOMPAS/ZULKARNAINIBeulangong soup is ready to be served in Ateuk Munjeng Village Beulangong soup has a unique flavor that is often associated with the use of cannabis Aceh cultural figure and collector of ancient manuscripts 2024) that the policy of the National Narcotics Agency (BNN) in Aceh to inspect Aceh's cuisine must be managed carefully to avoid adding a negative stigma to Acehnese cuisine it will be detrimental to Acehnese traders," said Tarmizi Also read: Flaming Local Culinary on the Aceh Tourism Stage Tarmizi stated that in the ancient kingdom era marijuana was often used as a flavor enhancer or cooking spice since marijuana has been classified as a class one drug the use of marijuana for cooking spice is prohibited but don't directly associate it with marijuana "You can't make random accusations," said Tarmizi the dishes that have been often stigmatized as containing marijuana are goat curry or beulangong soup it is a tradition for Acehnese residents to be adept at preparing spices for cooking Tarmizi added that in the context of Islamic law implementation what the Aceh Provincial Government should do is to ensure that all culinary businesses have a halal certificate issued by the Aceh Council of Ulama (MPU Aceh) through the Food Drug and Cosmetic Assessment Institute (LPPOM) Head of BNN Aceh Marzuki Ali Basyah said that his party would randomly check Acehnese culinary delights suspected of containing marijuana this step is to remove the stigma of the presence of marijuana in culinary arts in Aceh Marzuki said that Aceh would hold the XXI National Sports Week in September 2024 which would be attended by thousands of athletes and guests "This program aims to create safe and halal culinary tourism in Aceh so that tourists who come to Aceh can also feel safer," said Marzuki Also read: Marijuana "Flows" from Aceh to the JR Band Circle Aceh has now become a drug emergency province In addition to the circulation of crystal meth Aceh is also a province that produces marijuana "This program is also an invitation to the community to work together to fight drugs to create a drug-free Aceh," he said Apart from the distribution of methamphetamine The Head of the Audit and Systematic Manual of Halal Products Assurance Division at the Lembaga Pengkajian Pangan Obat-obatan dan Kosmetika Majelis Permusyawaratan Ulama Aceh stated that there was nothing wrong with the policy of the Aceh National Narcotics Agency checking culinary products suspected of containing marijuana as a state institution tasked with eradicating narcotics it is appropriate for BNN Aceh to make various efforts to combat drug abuse Personnel from the 0102/Pidie Military District Command destroyed marijuana found in the hills between Kebun Nilam Village and Ulee Gunong Village A total of 30,000 marijuana plants were burned Deni stated that in issuing halal certificates they also examine the potential presence of prohibited substances such as marijuana and khamar or alcohol In addition to examining halal ingredients processing and presentation must also be in accordance with Islamic guidelines Deni stated that only a few food establishments have applied for the halal certificate He hopes that restaurants and culinary businesses in Aceh have the awareness to apply for a halal certificate Also read: Aceh Police Seize 300 Kilograms of Marijuana in Nagan Raya, One Perpetrator Arrested Today's print edition Home Delivery Former rebel commander Muharram Idris once led 3,000 men to fight Indonesia's army in separatist Aceh but now serves as a local politician after the legacy of a devastating tsunami two decades ago brought peace to the province The giant waves that engulfed the impoverished province on the northern tip of Sumatra island on December 26 paved the way for an end to three decades of conflict.googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1499653692894-0'); }); Rebels like Muharram spent years waging battles against Jakarta's army for their own state until the disaster wiped out entire communities In a time of both misinformation and too much information quality journalism is more crucial than ever.By subscribing Your subscription plan doesn't allow commenting. To learn more see our FAQ Sponsored contents planned and edited by JT Media Enterprise Division Sita Planasari TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Emotional ceremonies are taking place across Asia to remember the 220,000 lives lost two decades ago when a tsunami devastated coastal areas around the Indian Ocean in one of the worst natural disasters in human history a 9.1-magnitude earthquake on the western tip of Indonesia caused a series of huge waves up to 30 meters high hitting the coastlines of 14 countries from Indonesia to Somalia Beachside memorials and religious ceremonies were scheduled in Asian countries like Sri Lanka A siren rang out for three minutes at the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque in Indonesia’s Aceh Province followed by a communal prayer to kick off a series of memorials scheduled around the region.  Indonesian mourners will attend a mass grace ceremony and a communal evening prayer in the provincial capital Victims of the tsunami include many foreign tourists celebrating Christmas on the region’s sun-kissed beaches bringing the tragedy into homes around the globe The seabed being ripped open pushed waves at double the speed of a bullet train A total of 226,408 people died as a result of the tsunami There was no warning of the impending tsunami despite the hours-long gaps between the waves striking different continents a sophisticated network of monitoring stations has cut down warning times with more than 160,000 people killed along its western coast while more than 5,000 were killed in Thailand "I hope we will never experience that ever again," said Nilawati a 60-year-old Indonesian housewife who lost her son and mother in the tragedy and was attending Thursday's ceremonies "I learned the devastation of losing a child it feels like all the blood rushes out of my body." The disaster also ended a decades-long separatist conflict in Aceh with a peace deal between rebels and Jakarta struck less than a year later The mourners will board the restored Ocean Queen Express and head to Peraliya—the exact spot where it was ripped from the tracks A brief religious ceremony will be held with relatives of the dead there and Muslim ceremonies are also organized to commemorate victims across the South Asian island nation Unofficial vigils were expected to accompany a government memorial ceremony in Thailand where more than half of those killed were foreign tourists and introductions by government and UN bodies on disaster preparedness and resilience measures will be hosted by a hotel in Phang Nga Province Editor’s Choice: Indonesia's Aceh Tsunami Survivor Holds on to Hope for Missing Son After 20 Years World Leaders Condemn Israel's Plan to 'Conquer' Gaza Trump Ends Exemption for Low-Value Chinese Imports Bill Gates Announces New Gates Foundation Office in Singapore Hun Sen Shares Cambodia's Strategies on Post-Conflict Economic Recovery Six Dead, Dozens Injured in India's Goa Religious Festival Stampede Exposing Trump's Move on Mike Waltz Dismissal Trump to Slap 100% Tariff on Foreign Films Brazil Police Foil Bomb Plot Targeting Lady Gaga Concert, Two Arrested Prabowo Subianto Plans to Establish 100 People's Schools Soon Indonesia's Mount Semeru Erupts 3 Times This Morning BPS: Indonesian Economic Growth Slows to 4.87% in Q1 2025 Indonesian-Flagged Ships Achieve Fifth White List Inclusion in Tokyo MoU Anthony Albanese Makes Indonesia His First Visit After Winning Australian Election World's Best Muslim-Friendly Country Destinations Explore 10 Asian Seafood Delicacies: From Unagi to Mentaiko First Day of Hajj Pilgrimage: 7,514 Pilgrims Depart from Indonesia The Indonesian Ministry of Health has urged regional governments nationwide to move actively in implementing the smoke-free area policy to reduce secondhand smoke exposure Jakarta (VNA) – The Indonesian Ministry of Health on April 27 urged regional governments nationwide to move actively in implementing the smoke-free area policy to reduce secondhand smoke exposure Chair of the Tobacco-Related Disease Control Working Group of the Ministry of Health Benget Saragih said the Government had created Regulation No 28 of 2024 as a concrete measure to respond to an increase in smoking prevalence both conventional and electronic cigarettes Later event in Yogyakarta was held in Yogyakarta ctiy The forum was an important moment to strengthen cross-sectoral commitment in accelerating the cigarette control policy in regions as well as disseminating information about Government Regulation Number 28 of 2024 on Health./ The minister said that the report has prompted the Ministry of MSMEs to move toward the formation of a task force for the protection and empowerment of MSMEs in Indonesia adding that the planned task force would be empowered to take action against those involved in the distribution and sale of counterfeit goods The fences deliver a low-voltage electric current of 10 to 20 volts which is designed to deter animals without causing fatalities effectively preventing them from approaching the wires According to the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs the upcoming meeting will spotlight a range of global and regional issues and the role of developing countries (the Global South) in promoting multilateralism no country could have helped Cambodia overthrow the bloody Pol Pot genocidal regime The state visits by Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam to Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan are expected to further strengthen relations between Vietnam and the Central Asian countries He said the negotiations will be held virtually led by Deputy Secretary-General (trade) MITI Mastura Ahmad Mustafa as Malaysia’s chief negotiator alongside the Assistant US Trade Representative for Southeast Asia and the Pacific Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has stated that harmony among religious communities is a vital foundation supporting the capital’s ambition to become a global city ASEAN has a vital role to play in shaping a world order grounded in legal frameworks and a stronger foundation of democracy and justice said President of the Cambodian People's Party and President of the Cambodian Senate Samdech Techo Hun Sen The Indonesian economy grew by 4.87% in the first three months of this year marking the slowest growth pace since the third quarter of 2021 The amendments aim to align Thai aviation regulations with international safety standards including those set by the International Civil Aviation Organisation and will apply to both domestic and international air carriers The move aims to prevent potential transshipment practices by certain enterprises seeking to reroute goods through Malaysia to third countries Anthrax is an infectious disease caused by Bacillus anthracis which occurs naturally in soil and mainly affects livestock and wild animals People can get sick with anthrax if they have contact with infected animals or contaminated animal products The five-year Strengthening Climate Resilience of Lao Health System project will support the implementation of Laos’ national health and climate change adaptation plan Thailand has become one of BRICS's 13 official partner countries from January 1 following an earlier invitation by Russian President Vladimir Putin when Russia chaired the bloc in 2024 It added that the Cambodian Government will continue cooperating with the US to develop mutually beneficial trade and investment relations Indonesia is projected to have a rice surplus of 1.68 million tonnes through May 2025 was signed at a significant time following the publication of the US’s National Trade Estimate Report 2025 The Global New Light of Myanmar cited the Myanmar Fire Brigade's report as saying that in Mandalay major roads affected by the earthquake have been cleared of debris to prevent obstacles and ensure the safety of commuters The statement of the ASEAN+3 countries also reaffirmed their commitment to a rules-based fair and transparent multilateral trading system Digital Economy and Society Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong who also serves as deputy chairman of the committee said on May 1 that the committee has developed a comprehensive plan to prepare Thailand across various dimensions particularly focusing on the development of a skilled AI workforce Malayan tigers are a subspecies found only in the southern forests of Thailand and on the Malaysian Peninsula They differ from the more commonly known Indochinese tiger (Panthera tigris corbetti) which inhabits the central and western forest regions of Thailand The 4th Meeting of the ASEAN Task Force on Fake News (ASEAN TFFN) will be held virtually on July 23 while the 10th SOMRI Working Group on Information Media and Training (10th SOMRI WG-IMT) is scheduled to take place from October 5 - 8 This strategic pivot comes as ASEAN deepens regional integration through the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) initiative 2008 by the Ministry of Information and Communications Email: vietnamplus@vnanet.vn Reproduction in any form is prohibited without written consent own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment Twenty years later, the struggle to guarantee women’s rights continues to face significant hurdles. Despite the historical records of women’s leadership in shaping the region and the impacts bore by women in the tragedy their involvement in modern Aceh’s development remains minimal Aceh has a remarkable history of female leadership and Tengku Fakinah playing pivotal roles in defending the region against Dutch colonial forces Even further back in history, Aceh witnessed the reign of formidable female rulers such as Sultanah Tajul Alam Safiatuddin (1641–1675) and Nurul Alam Naqiatuddin (1675–1678), among others, who led the Aceh Darussalam Kingdom—an influential Islamic power in Southeast Asia advocated for the release of detained family members and secured food for their communities despite immense challenges This narrative — documented in personal accounts,research, and reports — reveals the depth of women’s contributions to their communities amidst adversity Unfortunately, the resilience of Acehnese women remains unacknowledged post-tsunami and conflict Initiatives to involve women in development are concentrated in the capital while their representation in politics is liminal A dedicated space for women: The MUSRENA initiative The outcomes from MUSRENA dialogues are compiled in stages, from the village to the municipal level, ensuring they become part of the major decisions agreed upon in each level’s planning forum The MUSRENA initiative owes much to the leadership of Illiza Sa'aduddin Djamal, who served as Banda Aceh’s deputy mayor between 2007 and 2014. Under her guidance, the forum was institutionalised through regulations this innovative model has yet to be widely adopted by other regions MUSRENA needs capacity-building activities accessible to women from diverse backgrounds and serves as a strategy to increase the number of women leaders This underscores the persistent challenges faced by women in gaining political footholds The lack of representation is also evident in Aceh Provincial Government. Women occupy just only 5 out of 62 senior roles and 49 out of 283 mid-level roles highlighting the stark disparity between men and women in leadership Reconstruction after the tsunami demanded a transformative approach to disaster management. A 2007 Law promoting a shift from emergency-focused responses to a more integrated strategy of mitigation and post-disaster recovery has been slow to materialised Emergency responses continue to overshadow other phases, and preparedness efforts remain limited and poorly integrated across sectors. Recovery programs often fail to adhere to the “build back better and safer” disaster risk reduction principles Gender-responsive disaster management is essential to prepare all segments of society The limited role of women in Aceh’s post-tsunami recovery and development processes especially in contrast with how deeply affected they are by the tragedy highlights the need for more inclusive approaches This requires systemic planning, policy formulation, budget allocation, and implementation. Monitoring and evaluation must emphasise measurable outcomes, guided by frameworks like Regulation No. 13/2014 on Gender Mainstreaming in Disaster Management Indicators of success should include women’s access to resources Women’s experiences and contributions should form the foundation of disaster mitigation strategies it is crucial to empower women financially and enhance political and managerial skills Aceh’s history and the lessons from the tsunami and conflict should serve as reminders of the importance of inclusive development the region must fully embrace gender equality as a cornerstone of its progress Women’s meaningful participation and leadership are not just a nod to history but a necessary path to a more resilient and equitable future This article was originally published in Indonesian Pan-African Forum for the Culture of Peace Public access to information is a key component of UNESCO's commitment to transparency and its accountability. 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UNESCO20 November 2024Last update:10 December 2024The symposium gathered the world’s leading tsunami experts and policymakers to mark the 20th anniversary of the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami The tsunami killed nearly 228,000 people across 15 countries (from at least 53 countries) and resulted in the creation of regional tsunami warning and mitigation systems in the Indian Ocean and north-eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean in 2005   The 2nd Global Tsunami Symposium highlighted the tremendous progress made over the past two decades in ocean and tsunami science A general consensus emerged on the need to intensify efforts to achieve 100% Tsunami Ready coastal communities worldwide by 2030 "The second Global Tsunami Symposium in Banda Aceh showcased significant progress in enhancing global disaster preparedness The recognition of 38 new Tsunami Ready communities in India and Indonesia is a testament to the growing efforts and regional collaboration in strengthening coastal communities' readiness for tsunamis Continued commitment is crucial to achieving the target of 100% of at-risk communities being Tsunami Ready by 2030" said Bernardo Aliaga Head of Section Spread over four days, the symposium included seven key thematic sessions, which focused on lessons learned, identifying knowledge gaps and challenges, and offering concrete recommendations to align regional efforts with global commitments while enhancing coordination. (See full program here.) A major highlight of the conference was the role of UNESCO-IOC’s Indian Ocean Tsunami Warning and Mitigation System (IOTWMS) Established in 2005 in response to the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami it currently includes three Tsunami Service Providers in Australia These organizations monitor seismic and sea level activity around the clock and issue tsunami threat information to designated Tsunami Warning Focal Points across 24 member states in the region This system stands as a clear testament to the success of regional coordination and collaboration a day was devoted to real-time drills in two coastal villages near Banda Aceh newly recognized as Tsunami Ready Communities to demonstrate the effectiveness of the tsunami warning system A total of 26 communities from India and 12 from Indonesia were officially recognized as UNESCO-IOC Tsunami Ready bringing the total number of Tsunami Ready communities in the region to 48.  Globally there are now 102 Tsunami Ready communities in 34 countries Alongside the symposium sessions,the Rumah Resiliensi (Resilience House) featured exhibits and booths that showcased products and innovations; as well as an Ignite Stage which shared stories best-practices and lessons learnt; while posters showcased research findings that were organized in collaboration with the Government of Banda Aceh, Indonesian Disaster Expert Association (IABI) and the IOC Tsunami Information Centres (TICs).  Educational activities were also a key part of the event including the launch of UNESCO's new tsunami board game “Runami” (Run from Tsunami) developed by the Indian Ocean Tsunami Information Centre It simulates creating evacuation routes to save as many lives as possible in the shortest time.  The TIC booth also shared many other tsunami awareness materials including the recently printed poster on the Historical Tsunami Effects from the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami The symposium concluded with the adoption of the Banda Aceh Statement a commitment by global experts and policymakers to enhance the global tsunami warning and mitigation system over the next decade The Statement calls on states and civil society to significantly increase investments and efforts to achieve 100% Tsunami Ready communities worldwide by 2030 “Global Tsunami Warning and Mitigation System: Building Sustainability for the next decade through Transformation and Innovation UNESCO and its partners call on States and civil society to drastically step up their investments and efforts to achieve 100% of Tsunami Ready Communities across the world by 2030” The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission and member states emphasized that achieving universal Tsunami Ready status by 2030 is a crucial goal particularly given that over 700 million people live in coastal areas vulnerable to tsunamis.  Cari English High, Child Marriage Cases in Aceh TEKS › English›High Child Marriage Cases in Aceh Child marriage in Aceh is massive Audio Berita This article has been translated using AI. See Original TEKS A mural with the theme of rejection of child marriage decorates the dividing wall between the train tracks and the highway on Jalan Bekasi Timur KOMPAS - The Aceh Provincial Government has yet to possess a regional strategy document as a roadmap to curb child marriage practices under the age of 19 An action plan is urgently needed in the face of increasing child marriage and violence practices Head of the Aceh Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Service (DP3A) Meutia Juliana said that the regional strategy document (strada) to prevent child marriage was very urgent "Child marriage cases in Aceh are below the national figure but they increase every year," said Meutia Also read: Child Marriage in Aceh Triggers Domestic Violence and Drops Out of School Meutia stated that due to the still high number of cases DP3A Aceh is collaborating with research institutions to investigate the underlying issues behind the widespread practice of child marriage the Regional Office of the Ministry of Religion in Aceh recorded 1,310 children who applied for marriage dispensations we will immediately formulate a regional prevention strategy," said Meutia Aceh's DP3A continues to make efforts to prevent child marriage through social media campaigns and village-level meetings Posyandu cadres are encouraged to join the campaign to stop child marriage the number of violence against children is higher than violence against women This means that children are in a bad situation DP3A Aceh recorded 665 cases of violence against children There were 164 victims of sexual harassment and 139 cases of rape "Child marriage occurs due to various factors as well as environmental influence," he said Prevention should also be done by handling risk factors such as improving the quality of family economy Also read: Protection and Fulfillment of Children's Rights Starts from the Village In research conducted by Flower Aceh in October-December 2023 in the districts of Aceh Besar it was mentioned that child marriage often occurs in rural areas and low-income families Child marriage was initially expected to be a way to reduce the family burden child marriage actually triggers domestic violence stated that in several study cases involving child marriages the majority were not the will of the children themselves but rather dominated by family or societal pressure Marriage is considered a way out of the burdens faced by their families "They are victims of development injustice," said Riswati The atmosphere in the Child-Friendly Playroom of Queen Safiatuddin Park (RBRA Tarasa) in Bandar Baru Village RBRA Tarasa is the only children's playground in Aceh that meets the certification standards of the Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection In another study conducted by a lecturer from the Faculty of Law at Syiah Kuala University in Banda Aceh it is stated that many cases of marriage dispensation are requested because the couple has engaged in sexual intercourse outside of wedlock The research was conducted in 2022 in Central Aceh Regency "The request for dispensation at the Takengon Syariah Court (Central Aceh) is almost entirely based on the grounds of extramarital relationships This shows that very liberal social norms are the cause of high rates of child marriages," said Iman Also read: Child Marriage is a Crime of Sexual Violence Cari English Child Marriage in Aceh Triggers Domestic Violence and Drops Out of School TEKS › English›Child Marriage in Aceh.. Iklan Child Marriage in Aceh Triggers Domestic Violence and Drops Out of School Women who are victims of child marriage are prone to physical economic violence and reproductive disorders Audio Berita This article has been translated using AI. See Original TEKS BANDA ACEH, KOMPAS — The practice of child marriage under the age of 19 still occurs in Aceh Province With the initial intention to reduce the burden on the family child marriage actually perpetuates domestic violence The latest research conducted by Flower Aceh a community-based organization that focuses on women and children's issues in Aceh states that the practice of child marriage is prevalent in rural and remote areas Another fact is that the children who become victims of these marriages come from low-income families Flower Aceh Executive Director Riswati stated on Thursday (16/5/2024) in Banda Aceh that research was conducted from October to December 2023 in Aceh Besar Regency Riswati believes that similar cases are also happening in other places in the province Also read: Child Marriage in Aceh is Still Rampant "The practice of child marriage and marriage under the age of 19 continues to occur The graph has not decreased from 2015 to 2022," said Riswati The research is part of the Australia-Indonesia Partnership Towards an Inclusive Society Inclusion program Aceh is a program area because there are still many cases of violence against women and children the Flower team conducted in-depth interviews with many figures and grassroots residents across sectors In several case studies that have been found child marriage is mostly not the will of the child but rather dominated by family or environmental pressures Marriage is seen as a way out of the burden of problems faced by their families A 16 year old girl was forced to marry her 20 year old boyfriend because they were caught together at home Also read: Aceh Launches Mass Child Protection Movement the victim was still sitting in the third grade of junior high school Her husband worked odd jobs and divorced her while she was pregnant because he couldn't support her only a certificate signed by the village head "Now we are accompanied by community health center cadres UPTD for the Protection of Women and Children The pocket book Let's Prevent Child Marriage was launched her party found that there were many bad conditions experienced by women victims of child marriage such as physical and psychological violence Riswati explained that there are many factors that contribute to the continued prevalence of child marriages in Aceh such as limited access to information about the risks of child marriage and child protection as well as the limited participation of women in development “Prevention and treatment strategies and methods are not yet comprehensive "The role of stakeholders and strategic figures must be more optimal," said Riswati Riswati stated that the prevention of child marriage must be done together by involving cross-sectors Socialization of child protection must be strengthened and there must be strong action taken against rogue religious officials "Optimizing the role of multiple parties including families and private sector in preventing and addressing marriages under the age of 19," said Riswati He will experience a crisis of self-confidence and may become depressed Children are also vulnerable to becoming victims of domestic violence a Psychology lecturer at Muhammadiyah Aceh University children are not ready to take on the responsibility of being a parent A mural themed on the rejection of child marriage decorates the wall separating the railway and the road in East Jakarta's Bekasi Timur Street on Saturday (28/9/2019) "He will experience a crisis of confidence and may become depressed Children are also vulnerable to becoming victims of domestic violence," said Endang Children who have already been married off need psychological assistance economic strengthening and other increases in knowledge Children must be well prepared to reach marriageable age Also read: Child Protection Emergency in Aceh Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Indonesians are marking two decades since the tragic tsunami that killed hundreds of thousands of people. On Dec. 26, 2004, a powerful 9.1-magnitude earthquake off the coast of the Indonesian island of Sumatra triggered a tsunami that killed around 230,000 people across a dozen countries, reaching as far as East Africa. (AP Video by Fadlan Syam) People play in the water at Ulee Lheue beach which was one of the areas hardest hit by Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004, in Banda Aceh, Aceh Province, Indonesia, Friday, Dec. 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) Participants prepare for the start of a 5km running event titled “Run for Life, Tsunami Memorial 2024" held to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Indian Ocean tsunami, in Banda Aceh, Aceh province, Indonesia, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) People perform a Friday prayer at Baiturrahman Grand Mosque in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Friday, Dec. 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) People sit at a coffee shop on the waterfront near Ulee Lheue beach that was one of the areas hardest hit by Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004, in Banda Aceh, Aceh Province, Indonesia, Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) People sit at a cafe on the waterfront near Ulhee Lheue beach, one of the areas hardest his by the Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004, in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Saturday, Dec 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) Visitors looks at a wall displaying the names of the victims of 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, at the Tsunami Museum in Banda Aceh, Aceh province, Indonesia, Saturday, Dec 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) Visitors walks at the Tsunami Museum in Banda Aceh, Aceh province, Indonesia, Saturday, Dec 14, Dec. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) Students take part in an earthquake drill at a school in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) Students take cover under their desks during an earthquake drill at a school in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) Tria Asnani, left, a 38-year-old teacher who is also a tsunami survivor, assists students to apply splints during an earthquake drill at a school in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) Tears well up in the eyes of Tria Asnani, a 38-year-old high school teacher teacher who is also a tsunami survivor, as he speaks with The Associated Press during an interview in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) A housing complex is seen under construction near the waterfront area in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) This aerial shot taken using a drone shows Rahmatullah Mosque in Lampuuk village, one of the areas hardest hit by Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004, in Aceh Besar, Indonesia, Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) Visitors stand on a platform near a house on which a fishing boat landed after it was swept ashore by the Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004, now preserved as a monument, in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Friday, Dec. 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) A man walks past a steel barge housing a diesel power generator swept ashore by the Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004 which is now preserved as a monument, in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Saturday, Dec 14, Dec. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) People are seen through a hole in the wall of a building damaged by 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami as they visit a giant barge housing a , a diesel power generator swept ashore by the killer wave, in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Saturday, Dec 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) A woman walks trough an opening on the wall of a building badly damaged during the Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004 in Banda Aceh, Aceh province, Indonesia, Saturday, Dec 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) Artists perform during a stage performance depicting the Indian Ocean tsunami during a commemoration of the 20th year since the killer wave ravaged Aceh’s coastal areas, in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Saturday, Dec 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) Muslina, a 43-year-old civil servant who is also a tsunami survivor weeps as she and her son Zayyan Firdaus Akmal watch a stage performance depicting the Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004, in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Saturday, Dec 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) This aerial shot taken using a drone shows buildings at the business district surrounding Baiturrahman Grand Mosque which were badly ravaged by the Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004, in Banda Aceh , Indonesia, Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) This aerial shot taken using a drone shows the now densely-populated Ulee Lheue village, one of the areas hardest hit by the Indian Ocean tsunami in 20024, in Banda Aceh, Aceh Province, Indonesia, Friday, Dec. 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) Asnani, now a school teacher, was only 17 at the time. Her father, who was a fisherman, never returned home from sea. She doesn’t know how she survived. “I cannot swim. I could only rely on dhikr (Islamic prayer).” Tears well up in the eyes of Tria Asnani, a 38-year-old high school teacher who is a tsunami survivor. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim) But Indonesia’s Aceh province, located closest to the earthquake’s epicenter and with 18 of 23 districts and cities located in the coastal line in the Northern side of Sumatra, bore the brunt of the disaster with more than half of the total death toll reported. The worst-hit areas were in Aceh Besar and Banda Aceh, according to the Aceh Disaster Management Agency. Asnani’s Lampuuk village lies in a fishermen’s community in Aceh Besar, known for its white sandy beaches and turquoise waters. However, on that day, it was among the hardest hit, with waves more than 30 meters (98 feet) high which changed the coastline in Aceh and led to land subsidence after the earthquake. After the disastrous event, thousands, including Asnani, had to relocate to start afresh. She moved with her uncle to another region in Aceh to continue her studies. After she got married, she returned in 2007 to her parents’ house which was rebuilt with assistance from the Turkish government and lived there for 10 years. Many international donors and organizations poured in money to help rebuild the affected areas that lost schools, hospitals and basic infrastructure, made stronger than before the tsunami hit. Tsunami and Disaster Mitigation Research Center at Syiah Kuala University in Aceh recorded more than 1,400 wrecked schools and about 150,000 students had their education process disrupted by the destructive waves in a report published in 2019. Three “escape buildings” were also constructed in a relatively safer area to accommodate thousands of people if an earthquake and tsunami strike. Across the province, memories of the tsunami can be felt almost everywhere. The Aceh Tsunami Museum in Banda Aceh houses photos of the aftermath and vehicle debris, serving as a constant reminder of what was lost that day. Local authorities have also turned a former floating diesel-powered power plant barge that washed about 6 kilometers (about 4 miles) inland by the tsunami into another memorial place. Both places have become the most popular tourist destinations in the area. But development never stops and 20 years after the tsunami the Aceh coast is brimming with residential housing, cafes and restaurants, as well as tourism support facilities, while the hills in some areas from which people are currently being mined for sand and stone. Fazli, the head of Preparedness in Aceh Disaster Management Agency, said that the government initially stipulated that there should be no activity up to 1 kilometer (0.6 miles) from the coast. Over time, many displaced fishermen returned to their original coastal homes, drawn by their livelihoods and ties to the sea, despite having received housing elsewhere. He also said the agency has “provided the Acehnese people with information ” to deal with a potential tsunami. “People already know what to do,” said Fazli, who, like other Indonesians, uses a single name. Siti Ikramatoun, a sociologist in Banda Aceh, said that despite years of recovery and rebuilding, the people of Aceh must stay vigilant. “If people experienced (the tsunami), they may have an instinct to anticipate it. But those who do not have the experience, they won’t get what to do,” Ikramatoun said. Various communities in Aceh commemorate the tsunami yearly along with the government and local authorities. Muslina, 43, a civil servant, took her youngest son to the Aceh Tsunami Museum to watch one of the shows. She lost relatives and loved ones 20 years ago and she wants to make sure she always remembers them. “Earlier my son asked me if there might be another tsunami when he grows up,” she said. “I told him I do not know. Only God knows, but if there is a strong earthquake and the seawater recedes, we run, run, run to find higher ground.” BURSASGXHomeBy JAKARTA (March 30): Authorities have urged both the local government and the public to remain vigilant for potential aftershocks following a 5.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Banda Aceh Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) called on residents to stay informed and follow any instructions from local authorities regarding emergency measures the agency also warned of the possibility of further seismic activity and advised the public to remain prepared for additional tremors at any time and evacuate to open ground once the shaking has stopped,” said BNPB spokesperson Abdul Muhari Banda Aceh – Penjabat (Pj) Wali Kota Banda Aceh Amiruddin menyerahkan secara simbolis paket sembako Ramadan kepada warga Kota Banda Aceh yang kurang mampu bersama pengurus Yayasan Hakka Aceh Pembagian sembako berlangsung di halaman Kantor Sekretariat Yayasan Hakka Aceh Wali Kota Banda Aceh Amiruddin menyampaikan terima kasih kepada pengurus Hakka dan seluruh sponsor yang telah memberikan paket ramadan kepada warga Kota Banda Aceh “Terima kasih yang setinggi-tingginya kepada Yayasan Hakka Aceh dan seluruh donatur yang telah turut serta dalam program pembagian paket Ramadhan tahun ini,” ungkapnya keberadaan Yayasan Hakka Aceh tidak hanya sekedar menjadi bentuk kepedulian sosial tetapi juga menjadi titik temu antara pemerintah kota dan masyarakat Tionghoa di Banda Aceh “Wadah ini menjadi contoh nyata bagaimana kerjasama lintas etnis dan agama dapat menghasilkan dampak positif bagi kemajuan bersama,” ungkapnya Amiruddin mengungkapkan Yayasan Hakka Aceh telah terbukti menjadi mitra yang setia bagi Pemerintah Kota Banda Aceh dalam menjalankan program-program kemanusiaan dan pembangunan Yayasan Hakka Aceh akan terus terlibat aktif dalam pembangunan daerah kita tidak hanya dengan memberikan bantuan materi tetapi juga dengan menawarkan solusi bagi kehidupan yang lebih toleran dan damai,” jelasnya Sebelumnya Ketua Yayasan Hakka Aceh Kho Khie Siong mengatakan sebanyak 2.160 paket ramadan dibagikan pada tahun ini kepada warga Banda Aceh dan Aceh Besar “Setiap tahun kita harus meningkatkan jumlah paket walaupun sedikit Tahun ini kita fokuskan pada Banda Aceh dan Aceh Besar,” ungkapnya toleransi antar umat beragama semakin terjalin antara Tionghoa dan umat Islam di Banda Aceh “Harapan kita bagaimana orang diluar sana melihat kita bisa duduk berdampingan dan bisa melaksanakan kegiatan yang bermanfaat,” jelasnya Sebanyak 14 gampong yang mendapat pembagian sembako tersebut Ini juga merupakan kegiatan tahunan yang dilakukan Yayasan Hakka Aceh semenjak 2011 lalu HOME ARTICLES The Controversy on Rain Shamans in Aceh: Sharia was expelled from Aceh and then forcibly flown back to Bali Acehnese political and religious authorities claimed she was being religiously insensitive in the sharia-compliant province (Photo by Rara Istiati Wulandari / Facebook) A'an Suryana|Norshahril Saat Negative reactions in Aceh to the ritual of rain shamanism do not mask the contradiction of parts of the Islamic community tolerating ‘Islamic shamanism’ or mysticism and ritual over science and modernity Recently, Rara Istiati Wulandari, a rain shaman, was expelled from Aceh and then forcibly flown back to her hometown The Acehnese political and religious authorities claimed she was being religiously insensitive in the sharia-compliant province State-run construction firms PT Wijaya Karya and PT Nindya Karya had hired the 40-year-old to stop rain from prolonging the construction of the Harapan Bangsa Stadium in Banda Aceh The stadium had to be completed in time before the official opening of the National Sport Games (Pekan Olah Raga Nasional) that began on 8 September and is due to end on 20 September The harshest criticisms came from religious groups Rain shamanism is a practice aligned with local mystical beliefs commonly found in Java preventing rain from falling to allow for the smooth organisation of social events such as outdoor weddings it is regarded as taboo in a conservative province such as Aceh because it is often accused as shirk (polytheism) This is in contrast with progressive Islam’s promotion of modern scientific knowledge While her similar ritual around Mandalika stadium carrying a bowl and incense while barefoot went viral on international and local social media However, for the more recent incident, the Acehnese and their religious figures were upset, as the ritual constituted “shirk” (polytheism), they claimed whereas Muslims believe in the divine power of one supreme God The saga was picked up by local and national mainstream media the Gema Baiturrahman tabloid carried a provocative headline: “The National Sport Games is not an event that will destroy Islamic aqida (doctrine or creed).” The tabloid run by the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque of Aceh is circulated to the Friday congregation and read by government and security officials Ali demanded that they send the shaman home The non-Acehnese representatives complied and Rara was flown out of Aceh just hours after the meeting The rain shaman saga more generally involves a centuries-old abangan–santri contestation in Indonesia (Editor’s note: The authors are using terminology popularised by the anthropologist Clifford Geertz.) The abangan are mystical in their approach to Islam mixing Javanese and local traditions of ancestor worship with Islamic religious practices believing in the cleansing of the Muslim faith from polytheism these puritans have historically been strong in Sumatra Yet Aceh’s religious figures focused on Rara violating Islam’s monotheistic principles but remain uncritical of mystical practices practised in the name of Islam… While Islamists’ criticisms of Rara are expected—Aceh has a long history championing for Islamic governance and by-laws—they do not tackle the problem underlying Rara’s and her sponsors’ understanding of the nexus between Islam and rationalism it was not only the Aceh Muslims who were upset about Rara’s mystical approach to preventing rain but also some Indonesian Islamic groups and netizens Their disapproval was mainly on theological grounds Absent in their criticism was the fact that the stadium building had not considered any contingency plans for the possibility of natural disasters The construction timeline could have been better adjusted to allow for delays so that there would not have been a need to engage a mystic such as Rara where the treatment is rebranded as “alternative medicine” In the 1970s, Muslim intellectual Syed Hussein Alatas discussed the impact of such irrational religious orientation which he described as “collective representation” and how this thwarted progress among Muslims in Southeast Asia He contended that such views “inhibited self-confidence for the mastery of nature for they remained passive to higher demonic and animistic forces While Islam promotes the belief in the one and only supreme God and encourages the community to constantly seek help from the divine through rituals and prayers it does not negate the significance of finding ways to rationally and systematically alleviate worldly problems Such scientific reasoning remains wanting in the Acehnese Muslims’ critique towards Rara’s mysticism A'an Suryana is a Visiting Fellow at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute and is a lecturer at the Faculty of Social Sciences Norshahril Saat is a Senior Fellow and Coordinator at the Regional Social & Cultural Studies Programme Copyright © 2025 ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute lihat situs dalam bahasa Indonesia Unilever IndonesiaChange location Unilever Indonesia provides education on personal health and distributes grocery packages to prepare for Ramadan 6 March 2024 – Welcoming the holy month of Ramadan is carrying out a number of initiatives to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining environmental hygiene and personal health for the community in Medan and Banda Aceh Various educational activities have been carried out in several cities since the beginning of the year to help local communities be better prepared for the month of Ramadan Ramadan is the most anticipated moment for Muslims around the globe including people in the North Sumatera Province and Banda Aceh, two predominantly Muslim population provinces. North Sumatera is recorded as the province with the largest Muslim population on the island of Sumatra, reaching 10.18 million people.[a] While Banda Aceh has the largest percentage of Muslim population in Indonesia at 98.57%.[b] Therefore it is important to equip people in these provinces with an understanding of personal health and hygiene of the environment so they can perform worship more comfortably in the month of Ramadan Director and Corporate Secretary of Unilever Indonesia “Maintaining personal health and hygiene of the environment is not only important for the comfort of personal worship especially in areas with a significant Muslim population such as in Aceh and Medan.” through its trusted brands that are close to the community strives to help people worship more comfortably through various initiatives related to personal health for students and female students as well as environmental hygiene of the Masjid Unilever Indonesia collaborates with trusted parties that have been Unilever Indonesia's partners for a long time to multiply the benefits of these programs.” In carrying out the initiatives in the two major cities Unilever Indonesia collaborates with leading institutions including the Faculty of Dentistry (FKG) RSGM Universitas Sumatera Utara Faculty of Dentistry Universitas Syiah Kuala (USK) Unilever Indonesia through its brand Pepsodent organizes the "Senyum Sehat Indonesia Menyambut Ramadhan 1445 H" program by giving free dental and oral health education and care for 2,000 students and female students from the Darul Arafah Islamic Boarding School and Ma'had Abu Ubaidah Bin Al Jarrah in Medan as well as a number of Islamic boarding schools in Banda Aceh in North Sumatra Province there is at least 39.15% proportion of dental problems (damaged sore) and only 1.23% of people over 3 years old have visited dental health workers in the past year in the Province of Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam (NAD) around 94.9% of residents have never visited dental health workers in the past year expressed his appreciation for this program "We are very proud and appreciate the initiatives by FKG in collaboration with Unilever Indonesia and a number of other parties This is one of the concrete forms of the dharma pillars of higher education Teeth and mouth are parts of the human body that need continuous care especially now that Ramadan 1445 H is approaching we are trying to prepare the best health.” Not only preparing the community for dental and oral health Unilever Indonesia through its Bango and Royco brands also collaborates with the Badan Amil Zakat Nasional (BAZNAS) to distribute 1,100 grocery packages to the poor in Medan in order to strengthen food access for economically vulnerable groups Unilever Indonesia through its 5 brands namely Wipol and Molto strengthened its partnership with the Dewan Masjid Indonesia (DMI) in organizing the "Gerakan Masjid Bersih 2024" program which took place at the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque This activity involved 200 volunteers who cleaned the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque to make it cleaner and more hygienic ahead of the month of Ramadan Unilever also distributed 4,000 cleaning packages that will be distributed to other mosques in Banda Aceh area "On behalf of the Regional and District Boards of DMI we express our highest appreciation and gratitude for the cooperation between the DMI Central Board and Unilever Indonesia to collaborate for the good of the community one of which is in the “Gerakan Masjid Bersih” program this program will continuously contribute to raising awareness among the community to continue paying attention to the cleanliness and beauty of our mosques and inspire wider communities to keep their environment clean the 'Gerakan Masjid Bersih' is a sustainable social initiative jointly held by DMI and Unilever Indonesia to encourage clean and comfortable mosques for Muslims throughout Indonesia this program has been supported by more than 150,000 volunteers and has benefited 220,000 mosques across the country Unilever Indonesia's commitment to providing benefits to the community especially male and female Islamic students (santri) in the Medan and Banda Aceh areas One of them is through the development program for female Islamic students which is expected to provide benefits for themselves and their environment," added Nurdiana Unilever Indonesia has reaffirmed its seriousness in supporting the welfare of the Muslim community through long-term collaborative commitments and the distribution of humanitarian aid through partnerships with trusted social institutions including NU Care-LAZISNU (a philanthropic institution under the auspices of Nahdlatul Ulama) Lazismu (a social institution under the auspices of Muhammadiyah) A total of Rp 6 billion in aid has been distributed to help victims in conflict areas Not only focusing on personal health, in anticipation for the holy month, most Muslims undertake various other preparations, ranging from cleaning homes and environments to stocking food and beverages.[c] Databoks (2022), “Mayoritas Penduduk Sumatera Beragama Islam” Databoks (2021), “10 Provinsi dengan persentase penduduk beragama Islam terbesar di Indonesia” Databoks (2022), “Apa saja persiapan umat Muslim untuk menyambut Ramadhan?” We're always looking to connect with those who share an interest in a sustainable future. 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Iklan Kawasan Barat Selatan Aceh Diproyeksi Menjadi Pusat Ekonomi Baru Kawasan barat selatan Aceh memiliki komoditas unggulan mulai dari nilam hingga kelapa sawit Kawasan ini juga memiliki garis pantai dengan potensi perikanan melimpah Audio Berita Oleh ZULKARNAINI · 2 menit baca TEKS KOMPAS/ZULKARNAINIGajah jinak di CRU Sampoiniet CRU merupakan pusat penanganan konflik satwa CRU juga merupakan obyek wisata edukasi konservasi KOMPAS — Kawasan barat dan selatan Provinsi Aceh diproyeksikan sebagai pusat ekonomi baru berbasis pangan Pola pengembangan ekonomi kawasan ini membuka peluang bagi semua kabupaten dan kota untuk maju bersama Hal itu mengemuka dalam lokakarya bertema ”Memperkuat Kemitraan untuk Pertumbuhan Ekonomi Hijau di Aceh Jaya dan Kawasan Barat Selatan Aceh” terdapat tujuh kabupaten dan satu kota di kawasan itu Penjabat Bupati Aceh Jaya Nurdin menuturkan kawasan barat selatan memiliki potensi komoditas pertanian Jika dikelola dengan baik dari hulu ke hilir dia yakin akan memberikan manfaat besar bagi ekonomi Aceh Kawasan barat selatan juga memiliki potensi perikanan laut melimpah Baca juga:Musyawarah Provinsi Kadin Aceh Dorong Digitalisasi Industri Aceh sejumlah infrastruktur juga telah dibuat di sana dibangun untuk pengembangan ekonomi barat selatan Aceh Dari pelabuhan itu pernah diekspor minyak kelapa sawit mentah ke India ”Jika sudah bisa diekspor melalui Pelabuhan Calang akan menghemat biaya angkut,” kata Nurdin daerahnya memiliki potensi perkebunan pala dan perikanan Dia menginginkan dua potensi alam tersebut dapat dikelola dengan komprehensif agar adanya nilai tambah bagi warganya Aceh Selatan juga memiliki potensi wisata alam berbasis hutan dan satwa lindung Salah satunya Suaka Margasatwa Rawa Singkil Sementara di Aceh Singkil terkenal dengan habitat penyu dan keindahan gugusan pulau Baca juga:Puncak Sigantang Sira Obyek Wisata Alam di Aceh Selatan Warga merapikan buah kakao yang sedang dijemur di Kecamatan Kluet Selatan Kepala Badan Perencanaan Pembangunan Daerah Aceh Teuku Ahmad Dadek mengatakan kawasan barat selatan Aceh menjadi fokus pembangunan dengan pendekatan ekonomi berbasis pertanian dan lingkungan Pemprov Aceh sedang membangun jalan lintas antarkabupaten untuk memperlancar konektivitas Pembangunan jalan tersebut menggunakan dana otonomi khusus dengan sistem tahun jamak ”Beberapa tahun lagi dana otonomi khusus berakhir Kita harus memiliki rencana jangka panjang untuk menopang ekonomi Aceh bagian barat selatan memiliki potensi pertanian yang besar,” kata Dadek Menteri Pariwisata Sandiaga Uno dalam sambutan secara daring mengatakan pembangunan ekonomi berbasis lingkungan dan wisata telah menjadi model di beberapa daerah di Indonesia Banyak desa wisata berkembang setelah mengelola potensi alam dan budaya Dia mendorong pemerintah daerah di kabupaten dan kota di Aceh untuk memaksimalkan pengelolaan potensi yang dimiliki Baca juga: Mengembalikan Kejayaan Nilam Aceh In partnership with Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Solo organises various philanthropic and humanitarian initiatives during Ramadan in Indonesia’s Banda Aceh Arts & Culture The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Solo, Indonesia organised several initiatives during Ramadan, in partnership with the Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation that benefited residents in the city of Banda Aceh in Indonesia The activities were part of the mosque's annual Ramadan programmes in Indonesia in collaboration with humanitarian institutions and organisations from the UAE This year's programmes in Banda Aceh included Ramadan banquets and group iftars with 2,000 iftar meals distributed daily during the holy month Ramadan rations were also provided to hundreds of families in the region along with meat for approximately 1,300 families Daily religious lessons were also organised throughout the Holy Month along with intensive Quranic courses participated in by 200 students from various Indonesian universities A Quran recitation ceremony was also held with the participation of 2,000 residents of the region The last 10 days of Ramadan also witnessed the performance of Tahajjud and Qiyam al-Layl prayers and the distribution of suhoor meals to those observing i'tikaf in mosques on a regular basis Approximately 60 volunteers participated in these programmes CEO of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Solo said: "We organised the activities to celebrate Ramadan in a way that will also strengthen the bonds between Emirati and Indonesian peoples It is a strong friendship based on cooperation in righteousness and piety in building nations and serving humanity." He emphasised that the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque has become one of the region's most distinguished religious institutions serving as a centre for Islamic studies and cultural programmes and celebrating the brotherhood between the Republic of Indonesia and the UAE Al Rumaithi praised the Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation’s support for the Ramadan programmes and its cooperation with the mosque’s management in providing for the needs of those fasting during the holy month “Ramadan celebrations are a deeply rooted tradition in the heart of Indonesians as Ramadan is celebrated with widespread activities across the country These traditions are manifestation of the work that Islamic scholars have done to help spread Islam through tolerance and has contributed to making Indonesia the largest Islamic country in the world The Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation expressed its pride in participating in the Ramadan initiatives, stressing that supporting charitable and humanitarian projects in various countries, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan, aligns with its commitment to the legacy of giving established by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan The foundation explained that these programmes reflect the UAE's deeply rooted values of supporting those in need and promoting the spirit of human solidarity It noted that its ongoing collaboration with the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Solo aims to expand the scope of its charitable initiatives contributing to a positive impact on the lives of beneficiary individuals and families as well as consolidating the principles of human solidarity and building bridges between peoples