You must confirm your age to access this page warmly welcomed the arrival of 36 monks from various countries who were traveling on a Thudong spiritual trip to Borobudur Temple The Thudong ritual is a tradition of cross-border walking carried out by monks as a form of spiritual practice and respect for Buddhist teachings "We welcome you and thank you for stopping at the Batang Regency Government on a spiritual trip to Borobudur," said Deputy Regent of Batang Suyono The arrival of the monks was greeted enthusiastically by the local community who showed the spirit of tolerance and harmony among religious believers "We only ask for prayers from the monks so that this area is always given peace and peace," added Suyono Deputy Regent Suyono also received bracelets from monks One of the monks participating in Thudong from Indonesia said that the remarks from residents and the government were very friendly and impressive Residents are friendly and smiling every time we see each other The monks are scheduled to continue their journey to Borobudur Temple as the culmination of the Vesak 2569 BE celebration © 2025 VOI - Waktunya Merevolusi Pemberitaan Ilona Estherina TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian government officially signed a deal with the Chinese government in the Batang Industropolis Special Economic Zone (SEZ) on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The collaboration is realized through the framework of the Two Countries Twin Parks (TCTP) construction worth Rp60 trillion in investments The signing was witnessed by the Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto The MoU was conducted between the Batang SEZ and China State Construction Engineering Corporation Airlangga hopes that the TCTP cooperation framework will be implemented in the Integrated Industrial Zone Batang (IIZB) especially after the area located in Batang Regency was officially designated as the Batang Industropolis SEZ by President Prabowo Subianto it can be realized with investment from our friendly country This shows the results of the meeting between President Prabowo Subianto and President Xi Jinping last November," he said in an official statement on Thursday A number of companies projected to join the TCTP project include various sectors Airlangga hopes that the involvement of various sectors can provide a significant boost to the domestic economic growth and industrial competitiveness "The investment in the TCTP cooperation is projected to reach Rp60 trillion for land acquisition in IIZB it is expected to become a catalyst for economic growth and strengthen the competitiveness of the domestic industry," he said IIZB has prepared an area of 500 hectares to be used in the Indonesia-China TCTP framework This is the initial step in the bilateral cooperation strategy to accelerate investment in the manufacturing industry and high technology "The 500-hectare area that has been prepared will be developed with various infrastructure and supporting facilities to reach feasibility standards for industrial facilities," said the former leader of the Golkar Party Airlangga revealed that the government will also conduct a Joint Committee in April 2025 to discuss various Indonesia-China cooperation policies Two Countries Twin Parks are located in three locations the second in Wijayakusuma in Semarang City Editor’s Choice: The Best 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Batang industrial area has already generated over 7,000 jobs for local residents Several multinational companies have begun operations in the zone an international port is currently under construction in the area and is expected to become operational next year Untuk Masuk dan Daftar akan kami arahkan ke laman Subscribe Investor Daily investor.id – Thong Guan Industries Bhd (TG) berinvestasi di Kawasan Industri Terpadu Batang (KITB) Investasi ini makin memperkokoh peran KITB sebagai destinasi investasi di Asia Tenggara Komitmen ini resmi ditegaskan melalui penandatanganan Confirmation Letter antara Dato’ Ang Poon Chuan Managing Director Thong Guan Industries dan Indri Septa Respati Direktur Pemasaran dan Pengembangan PT Kawasan Industri Terpadu Batang (KITB) Acara tersebut berlangsung di Wisma Indonesia Penang Malaysia dan turut disaksikan oleh Konsul Jenderal Republik Indonesia di Penang Wanton Saragih dan Direktur IIPC Singapura Wanton Saragih menyebutkan bahwa eksplorasi dan promosi ekonomi Indonesia pertama kali dilakukan oleh Konsulat Jenderal Indonesia di Penang kepada Thong Guan Industries pada April 2024 “Dengan terus membangun hubungan dan komunikasi yang baik (honest and prudent) dengan perusahaan Thong Guan dan bekerjasama dengan Kementerian Investasi dan Hilirisasi/Indonesian Investment Promotion Center (IIPC) Singapura serta Kawasan Industri Terpadu Batang (KITB) Jawa Tengah akhirnya komitmen investasi tercapai hari ini,” kata Wanton Saragih dalam keterangannya Konsul Jenderal Wanton Saragih menekankan pentingnya ekspansi Thong Guan mengingat perusahaan ini merupakan satu dari 10 high performance stretch film di dunia dan eksportir utama kemasan makanan berbahan PVC di Asia Tenggara Ia menambahkan bahwa investasi ini sejalan dengan tujuan ekonomi Indonesia khususnya dalam mencapai target pertumbuhan ekonomi nasional sebesar 8% Thong Guan Industries memiliki pengalaman lebih dari 50 tahun dalam produksi kemasan berkualitas tinggi dengan kapasitas ekspor mencapai 85% dari produksinya ke pasar utama di seluruh dunia Perusahaan ini juga dikenal sebagai eksportir kantong sampah terbesar ke Jepang Dengan kapasitas produksi tahunan mencapai 150.000 ton Thong Guan menghasilkan pendapatan sekitar Rp 4,2 triliun Thong Guan telah memilih KITB sebagai lokasi untuk fasilitas produksi kemasan ramah lingkungan terbarunya Investasi sebesar US$ 7 juta ini akan membangun pabrik seluas 5 hektare yang didedikasikan untuk memproduksi wrapping plastic dan film plastic untuk pasar domestik maupun internasional Dato’ Ang Poon Chuan mengungkapkan bahwa potensi pasar Indonesia yang luas dan keunggulan strategis KITB menjadi faktor utama dalam keputusan investasi ini "Kami melihat KIT Batang sebagai mitra strategis yang dapat mendukung visi kami memperluas bisnis secara global yang merupakan salah satu pasar terbesar di dunia Fasilitas kelas dunia dan dukungan pemerintah menjadikan KIT Batang pilihan yang sangat menarik bagi kami,” jelas Ang Poon Chuan Follow Channel Telegram Official kami untuk update artikel-artikel investor.id Irsyan Hasyim TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) said flooding damaged several bridges in Batang Regency Data from the Central Java BPBD on Tuesday night at 22:49 WIB recorded that six connecting facilities were cut off while the floods were observed to have receded said the flood occurred after heavy and long rains flushed the southern region of Batang Regency on Monday There were no casualties due to the floods that hit 10 administrative areas at the village or kelurahan level the Batang Regency Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) and related elements will repair the bridge," Muhari said via written message on Wednesday as many as two residents were injured and referred to the Limpung Regional Hospital two residents who were reportedly washed away were successfully evacuated and have received medical treatment 130 families or 500 residents were displaced while more than 7,000 residents were affected "The local BPBD is still collecting data on displaced residents," Muhari said The affected residents are distributed in 10 villages or kelurahan in 10 sub-districts BNPB recorded affected facilities in seven houses Meanwhile, in the fourth week of January 2025, some areas in Central Java Province were hit by hydrometeorological disasters such as floods and landslides Several regencies and cities were affected is still possible in Central Java for the next two days Responding to the potential for extreme weather and disasters in the region BNPB urges local governments and communities always to be vigilant and ready to prevent Residents and local governments can initiate collaborative efforts BNPB monitors the handling situation and coordinates with BPBDs in the Central Java region is scheduled to depart for Central Java on Wednesday Editor's Choice: Indonesia Resumes Search for 13 Missing After Deadly Landslide in Central Java Coastal Flood Submerges 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17.95 trillion ($1.1 billion) The government will grant incentives ranging from easier licensing processes to corporate income tax deductions for companies that set up production plants in these SEZs As Indonesia tries to lure investors for greater economic growth Prabowo wants to turn Batang into "Indonesia's Shenzhen" He gave Ex-President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo credit for laying the groundwork for Batang Industropolis' SEZ debut "I would like to thank my predecessor His leadership and all the work that his ministers had done have given us a strong foundation to have a [special economic] zone that will be Indonesia's Shenzhen," Prabowo said in Batang It is no surprise that Prabowo gave a shoutout to Jokowi SEZs were at the centerpiece of Jokowi's economic policy as the businessman-turned-politician spared no effort to woo international investors Jokowi established over 20 SEZs within one decade of becoming president Batang became the first SEZ that Prabowo launched since assuming power last October.  The industrial park's developer Kawasan Industri Terpadu Batang (KITB) has inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) The deal specifically revolves around the so-called "Two Countries Twin Parks" economic corridor cooperation which became a talking point when Prabowo met his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in November Both leaders agreed at the time to promote the "Two Countries Twin Parks" to bolster the bilateral partnership According to senior minister Airlangga Hartarto KITB's freshly signed MoU includes investment commitments from 20 Chinese companies for projects that span 500 hectares Indonesia hopes the China deal can help the SEZ record at least Rp 60 trillion in investment within the next four or five years "Shenzhen will become a model for Batang This project will be a memento of Indonesia-China's 75 years of diplomatic relations," Airlangga said Seven companies have already entered operations in Batang Industropolis Seven projects are still under construction while 13 investors are already in the pipeline The SEZ has opened up job opportunities for 7,008 people so far alaysian plastic producer Thong Guan Industries Bhd has announced plans to build a production plant in the Batang Integrated Industrial Estate (KIT Batang) in Central Java The two parties signed an agreement on the plan which involves an initial investment of US$7 million according to a press statement released by the Indonesian Foreign Ministry on the same day chief diplomat at the Indonesian Consulate General (KJRI) in Penang said: “We hope that more companies from [Penang] will realize investment in Indonesia This endeavor is hoped to support economic growth and open up job opportunities” Wanton revealed that his office had been engaged in the deal since April last year under a program launched at the beginning of 2024 to promote direct investment in Indonesia Thong Guan Industries is one of the largest plastic packaging producers in the Asia Pacific region with an annual production of 150,000 tonnes and revenue of 1.2 billion Malaysian ringgit (US$2.5 billion) It has established a factory in China and the plan for Indonesia was to build a plant for the production of wrapping plastic garbage plastic and plastic film designated for both the domestic market and for export With exclusive interviews and in-depth coverage of the region's most pressing business issues "Prospects" is the go-to source for staying ahead of the curve in Indonesia's rapidly evolving business landscape Please check your email for your newsletter subscription Thong Guan Industries managing director Ang Poon Chuan said the investment was made with Indonesia’s market potential in mind 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 President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo officially inaugurated the operational phase of the Batang Integrated Industrial Area (KITB) in Central Java on Friday President Jokowi mentioned that KITB initially spanned 400 hectares "Now the total planned area is 4,300 hectares which will accommodate industries and factories," said President Jokowi KITB is being developed on a total area of 4,300 hectares with construction divided into four phases The first phase covers 450 hectares and is already occupied by more than 18 companies the government projects that the area will create enough jobs for 250,000 workers the investment entering the area amounts to Rp 14 trillion and involves approximately 19,000 workers and all ministers involved in this industrial area as well as the directors of the Batang Industrial Area to actively market this area," continued Jokowi President Jokowi also announced several companies set to begin operations soon including KCC Glass Indonesia in September followed by plastic piping developers and anode and cathode industries in August and September "This will become a highly efficient area for investors capable of creating widespread job opportunities for our people," concluded Jokowi Danareksa CEO Yadi Jaya Ruchandi highlighted the potential of KITB to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) from the global industrial relocation trend and create significant employment opportunities a state-owned enterprise holding company that specializes in transforming struggling state companies and managing industrial areas "Danareksa is dedicated to boosting KITB's capacity to attract FDI and generate substantial job opportunities thereby contributing to national revenue through taxes and regional income through retributions We have outfitted KITB with comprehensive basic infrastructure and utilities  South Korea’s KCC Glass is set to begin production in the Central Java town of Batang in August KCC Glass first began constructing the plant -- which lies in the Batang Industrial Park -- in 2021 The groundbreaking ceremony also made KCC Glass the first foreign investor to operate in the industrial estate The KCC Glass Indonesia plant sits on 49 hectares of land The investment value is worth around Rp 5 trillion ($305 million) The project is also expected to generate job opportunities for 1,200 people Jakarta. A Sino-Chilean consortium Elecmetal Longteng Indonesia recently announced that it had invested almost $40 million to build a grinding ball facility in Central Java's integrated industrial area of Batang The company is a joint venture between Chilean mill liner ME Elecmetal and Chinese steelmaker Longteng Special Steel The grinding ball facility in Batang would produce 200,000 tons of grinding media each year About 30-35 percent of the output will go into supplying the domestic demand Up to 70 percent of the products will go into exports particularly Australia as one of its main markets for grinding balls "With a strong sales network and state-of-the-art production technology we are upbeat that we will achieve the sales target of 100,000 tons in the coming years," ME Elecmetal and Elecmetal Longteng Indonesia's director Eugenio Arteaga recently said Longteng Group's president Xu Sheng (Shawn) recently said that the project "could bring a positive impact to the national metal industry."  Government data shows the basic metal industry grew by 12.36 percent in the third quarter of 2024 "The factory shows that Indonesia is increasingly more attractive to global investors," Rizky Aditya Wijaya a senior official at the Industry Ministry Najla Nur Fauziyah TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - SEG Solar, a United States-based photovoltaic module manufacturer is the first investor to commence construction in Batang Integrated Industrial Park in Central Java for downstream silica sand The Deputy of Investment Promotion at the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) said the government aims to boost investment realization in the solar panel industry to achieve a renewable energy target of 42 percent by 2030.  the renewable energy mix has only reached about 14 percent,” said Nurul in a written statement on Monday According to Nurul, the Investment Ministry, or BKPM, supports the silica sand investment by PT SEG Solar Manufaktur Indonesia which marks the government’s commitment to implement downstream programs.  "Including by strengthening Indonesia’s commitment to become a part of the global supply chain and to achieve the targets under Nationally Determined Contribution and renewable energy mix through the solar panel industry ecosystem," he said "Investment Ministry expects this project to become SEG Solar’s largest integrated photovoltaic factory in Southeast Asia,” said Nurul adding that the investment worth US$500 million is expected to accommodate around 2,000 workers for the next five years “With 40 hectares of land required in total.”  Nurul explained that phase one of the project is expected to be completed by the second quarter of 2025 with an annual capacity aimed at 5 gigawatts was a continuation of an agreement by SEG Solar Inc. “The pre-cooperation agreement was signed on June 23 "Investment from the United States showed a relatively significant increase with an average annual growth post-pandemic 2.3 times greater than the average annual growth during the pandemic," he said the United States ranked fourth as Indonesia’s foreign investor country Nurul hopes that the production of solar panels can increase the electricity consumption demand in Indonesia as it’s estimated to grow 4.1 percent each year.  Editor’s Choice: Jokowi Inaugurates Temef Dam in NTT, Underscores Water's Pivotal Role in Prosperity      10 Recommended Budget-Friendly Tourist Destinations in the United States Indonesia and Japan Deepen Strategic Alliance in Clean Energy and Infrastructure Trump is the Symptom of Deeper American Malaise Microsoft Hikes Global Prices for Xbox Consoles and Games List of Countries That Experienced Massive Blackouts Today's 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equivalent to the vibrations you would experience on land from a passing truck the earthquake vibrations were reportedly capable of damaging several buildings in Batang I'm still dizzy (because of the vibration) to this day," said the owner of the X account @xhtreee when responding to information about the Batang earthquake from the BMKG Editor's Choice: 5.4 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Banda Sea, No Tsunami Potential: BMKG Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News Jobs That AI Will Replace: Is Your Current Job at Risk? 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Practices TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Minister of Investment Rosan Roeslani inaugurated the pipe factory constructed by Netherlands-based company, Wavin at Batang Integrated Industrial Park today 170 workers will be absorbed due to the high technology the factory employs,” said Rosan in Batang Rosan explained that Wavin is a leading global company engaged in the production of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) so the presence of its manufacturing plant in the country will positively affect the national economy the pipes manufactured at Wavin will mainly be exported to Southeast Asian countries Rosan said the factory is expected to be the first step for Wavin's parent company considering its market value of US$ 8 billion "This is the type of investment we are expecting and we are proud to know that this is just the beginning as Orbia works in many lines of businesses They are happy to work with Batang Integrated Industrial Park," said Rosan Country Director of Wavin Indonesia and Sea+ Johannes Drees said that the facility built by Wavin in Batang utilizes the best and latest technology for pipe manufacture the company can optimize the country’s access to water and sanitation In October 2022, President Jokowi conducted a groundbreaking for PT Wavin Manufacturing Indonesia claiming the factory’s presence meant there was no longer a need for pipe import.  Editor’s Choice: United States Launches US$649m Development Grant for Indonesia  First Balinese Hindu Temple in Netherlands Officially Inaugurated Netherlands Committed to Supporting Press Freedom in Indonesia Minister: Apple Investments in Indonesia Unstirred by Looming Trade War Vale Indonesia Develops 3 Downstream Projects with Rp146.52tn Investment 19 South Korean Firms to Increase Investment by Rp30tn in Indonesia President Prabowo to Attend Danantara Townhall Meeting with SOEs Gibran Meet High-Ranking Officials from South Korean Companies An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.0 struck Batang The epicenter of the quake was located at 6.97 degrees south latitude and 109.72 degrees east longitude “Given the location of the epicenter and the depth of the hypocenter this earthquake is a shallow type caused by active fault activity,” said Setyoajie Prayoedhie on BMKG's Instagram account on Saturday No damage has been reported as a result of the earthquake so far “We urge the public to remain calm and not be influenced by unreliable information Avoid buildings that are cracked or damaged by the quake,” Setyoajie advised Setyoajie noted that BMKG’s monitoring shows this earthquake is part of a series of quakes that began on Sunday (July 7) According to data from the Central Java Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD Jateng) the July 7 quake damaged 56 buildings and injured dozens of people The quake did not affect the Batang Integrated Industrial Zone Head of the Banjarnegara Geophysics Station said there are 13 active faults in Central Java with the potential to cause earthquakes One of these is located at the border between Batang Regency and Pekalongan City believed to be under the influence of drugs crashed into a car before his heavy vehicle collided with another lorry coming from the opposite direction in an incident at KM39 Acting Hulu Selangor OCPD Deputy Supt Mohd Asri Mohd Yunus told the Malay language daily that the incident and the tanker driven by the 57-year-old suspect "The accident happened when a car driven by a local woman from Selayang to Batang Kali was rear-ended by the tanker the tanker lost control and veered into the opposite lane sideswiping a trailer coming from the opposite direction," he said in a statement on Saturday (May 3) He added that a urine test revealed the tanker driver was positive for methamphetamine has been detained for further investigation and all individuals involved in the accident were unharmed "Further checks revealed the suspect has a criminial record with five prior drug offences and 32 traffic violations," he said DSP Mohd Asri reminded employers to conduct background checks on individuals before hiring them especially for positions involving the driving of heavy vehicles "The case is being investigated under Section 43(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 "Those with information related to the incident are urged to come forward to assist in the investigation," he said We would love to keep you posted on the latest promotion a photovoltaic (PV) panel component manufacturer from the United States is investing over US$ 500 million (Rp 8 trillion) to build a factory in Batang Industrial Park (Grand Batang City) said that SEG's presence proves Grand Batang City's allure as a prime investment destination for PV manufacturing industries "We are committed to fully supporting SEG Solar in building the factory and assisting them in achieving success in Indonesia," said Wirawan in a press release on Friday along with Grand Batang City's CEO Ngurah Wirawan directly signed the land utilization agreement covering 40 hectares in the Menara Danareksa Ballroom The SEG factory in Grand Batang City is expected to be one of the largest PV manufacturing facilities in Southeast Asia with an annual production capacity of 5 GW for solar cells and 5 GW for modules This ambitious project is estimated to create more than 3,000 jobs providing a significant boost to the local economy and enhancing workforce skills in PV technology "Through upstream and downstream coordination SEG ensures the provision of clean and traceable green products for markets in the United States thereby facilitating the global transition to low-carbon green energy," Jun Zhuge said The construction of the SEG Solar Panel factory in Grand Batang City is expected to commence this year and be completed by the second quarter of 2025 LET’S READ SUARA SARAWAK/ NEW SARAWAK TRIBUNE E-PAPER FOR FREE AS ​​EARLY AS 2 AM EVERY DAY. CLICK LINK KUCHING: The construction of the Batang Rambungan Bridge is now targeted for completion by July 2026 Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said the project is currently 2.68 per cent ahead of schedule expressing confidence that the new contractor “The Public Works Department (PWD) can calculate how many metres can be built in a month we believe they can help us complete the bridge by July 2026,” Uggah said during a working visit to the project site today who also serves as Sarawak’s Infrastructure and Port Development Minister assured that both his ministry and the PWD would continue to monitor the project’s progress closely He noted that most of the necessary materials are already at the site which have been approved by PWD and are awaiting delivery conditions are favourable for construction,” he said We will return in a month or two to monitor progress.” spanning 560 metres and costing approximately RM82 million single-carriageway cable-stayed bridge and forms part of the Sarawak Coastal Road Network replacing the existing ferry service along the route Titanium Project Management Sdn Bhd took over the project in November 2024 after previous delays with about 60 per cent of the work completed by the end of 2024 The contractor initially committed to completing the bridge within 30 months the new completion date has been brought forward to July 2026 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 The industrial zone in Central Java is expected to create at least 250,000 jobs in the area and attract trillions of rupiah in investment President Joko “Jokowi“ Widodo delivers a speech during the inauguration ceremony of the Batang integrated industrial park in Central Java on July 26 JAKARTA – Coordinating Maritime Affairs and Investment Minister Luhut Pandjaitan says the government has decided to designate the Batang Integrated Industrial Zone (KITB) as a special economic zone (SEZ) That status means the KITB is set to benefit from certain incentives reserved for SEZs tax holidays and various other benefits as those given to other SEZs,” he said on Friday at the inauguration ceremony for the new industrial area praised the KITB as an opportunity to attract overseas investors to build factories in Indonesia noting that the country’s rank in a global competitiveness index had improved to 27th position The Institute for Management Development’s (IMD) World Competitiveness Ranking (WCR) 2024 published last month ranked Indonesia 27th out of 67 countries assessed marking an improvement from the 34th place the archipelago achieved in 2023 only Singapore and Thailand ranked higher than Indonesia The President said several factors had contributed to the improved ranking including the country’s economic and political stability and a relatively low level of inflation with my decision to have an industrial zone located in Batang with an area of 400 hectares we have now opened another 400 ha on the northern side of the toll road which will eventually accommodate [more] industries,” Jokowi said unless the opportunities were seized wisely “I see that there is a lot of interest for industries to relocate their factories to countries that have stable economic growth low inflation and a [high degree of] political stability and that’s how a lot of investors view Indonesia those opportunities will surely disappear,” the President warned who was also present at the opening ceremony noted that various firms had already invested in the industrial zone with 18 businesses having invested a total of more than Rp 14 trillion to create some 19,000 jobs The minister said the Batang industrial area was set to serve high-technology and labor-intensive industries with a focus on small and medium enterprises The Jakarta Post reported in December last year that the government was negotiating a deal worth US$600 to $800 million with South Korea’s LG Energy Solution (LGES) to build an electric vehicle (EV) battery cathode plant in Batang Bahlil noted that that plan was nearing fruition “LG Group will begin building cathodes as part of the vehicle battery ecosystem in September after completing a feasibility assessment in August and the cathodes will be developed here [in Batang],” the investment minister said at the same opening event live-streamed on YouTube the precursor smelter is located in North Maluku the cathodes in Batang and the battery [production] in Karawang resulting in more balanced development,” he added Indonesia launches new phase of industrial park in bid to lure investors away from China SRI AMAN: The Batang Lupar 2 Bridge is on track for completion in the first quarter of 2026 with construction progress now reaching 57.99 percent According to Sarawak Public Works Department (PWD) Facebook post the progress was highlighted during an official site visit by its director He inspected the development of the bridge that is poised to become a new landmark for Sarawak and Malaysia Dr Cassidy reaffirmed PWD’s commitment to ensuring the project is delivered efficiently and safely underscoring its long-term benefits to the people and the state’s development the cable-stayed bridge is set to become the tallest of its kind in Malaysia Strategically located between Sri Aman and Betong it will serve as a vital link connecting the Coastal Road with the Pan Borneo Highway significantly improving connectivity and transport efficiency in central Sarawak Cassidy was also updated on the progress of the associated 21-kilometre road alignment This includes a 3.2-kilometre stretch into Sri Aman town and a 3.8-kilometre stretch to Betong town forming part of the Sarawak Second Trunk Road the bridge is expected to reduce the travel distance between Sri Aman and Betong from 71 kilometres to just 28 kilometres thus cutting travel time from one hour to approximately 30 minutes will be opened to the public after a pre-launch event on March 28 This offers shorter travel times for road users in Tanjung Manis Public Works Department (PWD) Sarawak director Dr Cassidy Morris told TVS that while the bridge would be accessible “Motorists are advised to exercise caution when using the bridge and to adhere to all traffic regulations for their safety,” he was quoted as saying Cassidy also extended Aidilfitri greetings and wished everyone a safe journey to their destinations Land Administration and Environment Deputy Minister Datuk Len Talif Salleh noted that the bridge’s opening would significantly reduce travel time and distance motorists will be able to travel directly from Sarikei to Tanjung Manis in just 45 minutes compared to the current two- to three-hour journey via Sibu SIMANGGANG: Construction of the RM223.633 million Batang Lupar 2 Bridge is expected to be completed by June next year will connect Sri Aman to Lidong in the Betong Division Officers from the Sarawak Implementation Monitoring Unit (SIMU) and various government agencies recently conducted a site visit to assess the bridge construction progress and address any implementation issues provided a briefing on the project’s development The Batang Lupar 2 Bridge is expected to become a new landmark for Sri Aman With its height set to break records in the Guinness Book of Records as Malaysia’s tallest cable-stayed bridge it is anticipated to become a major tourist attraction offering breathtaking views of the Batang Lupar River the bridge has the potential to be a prime location for visitors to witness the tidal bore phenomenon of the Batang Lupar River The project is also expected to enhance connectivity between surrounding areas and positively impact the local economy Also present during the visit was Sri Aman Resident Mahra Salleh and Sri Aman District Officer Sharif Bujang Indonesian President Joko Widodo, commonly known as Jokowi, launched the second phase of an industrial complex in Central Java on Friday. The Batang industrial park aims to attract investors seeking to diversify their supply chains away from China Batang industrial park currently hosts nearly 20 companies within 10% of its total 4,300 hectares Notable companies include South Korea’s LG Energy Solution and glass maker KCC Glass both of which have begun construction or pledged to build factories there President Jokowi announced that companies have invested 14 trillion rupiah ($860 million) in the park so far an additional 400 hectares will be offered to investors to create more manufacturing jobs “We have to open as many jobs as possible for our people,” Jokowi emphasized Companies investing in the Batang park can benefit from tax breaks on machinery imports according to tax rules governing industrial parks This incentive aims to attract more investors to the region LG Energy Solution is set to start producing cathode a critical component for electric vehicle batteries The company previously announced plans to build a $2.4 billion factory in Batang to produce 220,000 tonnes of precursor and 42,000 tonnes of cathode annually This production will supply raw materials for a planned 200 gigawatt-hour battery cell plant in Karawang The development of the Batang industrial park and the investments by companies like LG Energy Solution are expected to significantly boost the local economy and provide numerous job opportunities Jokowi’s initiative underscores Indonesia’s commitment to becoming a key player in the global supply chain and attracting substantial foreign investment The Grand Batang City recently revealed that it had earned a $25 million investment from close neighbor Singapore announced that this investment came from Singapore-based wood pellet producer Sampoerna Kayoe This also marked the first investment deal that the industrial zone had secured this year Both parties signed the memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the wood pellet investment last week Sampoerna Kayoe is planning to build a plant over 5.2 hectares of land in Batang Industrial Park about 68 percent of which will come from locals “This shows their [Sampoerna Kayoe’s] trust in the industrial potential of our region and how it can give a significant impetus to the regional economic development,”  KIT Batang’s president director Ngurah Wirawan said as reported by Investor Daily over the weekend Sampoerna Kayoe’s director Johanes Ibrahim Tjendana said that the investment would be mutually beneficial for both parties Johanes added: “We hope this investment becomes the initial step to strengthen Indonesia’s biomass industry we can help support sustainable energy security.” Sampoerna Kayoe processes wood waste into pellets for biomass power plants The company claimed that it had exported its products to Japan A black SUV rammed into the departure area of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 on Sunday morning "Mayroong dalawang namatay kasama na 'yung batang-batang five-year-old daughter ng OFW," Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon said (There were two who died including a very young five-year-daughter of an overseas Filipino worker.) "3 ang injured na dinala sa San Juan de Dios Hospital.. (Three were injured and brought to San Juan de Dios Hospital I think they are okay based on the initial report.) Among the injured rushed to the hospital for treatment was the mother of the five-year-old child who died They were in the airport to send off the father In a statement issued on Saturday afternoon said there were four individuals who were injured "Nakakalungkot talaga 'yung nangyari. Nakikiramay tayo lalo sa OFW na namatayan ng anak niya ngayon Kausap ko ‘yung father kanina. Hinatid lang siya (OFW) nung anak niya We sympathize especially with the OFW who lost his child He was brought to the airport by his child NNIC said the company and its president Ramon Ang will extend assistance to the families of the victims Ang was seen on site at the accident area following the incident the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) said in a post on Facebook a sports utility vehicle (SUV) crashed through the outer railing and walkway before slamming into the entrance of the Departure Area at NAIA Terminal 1 in Pasay City The incident tragically resulted in the deaths of two individuals—a male adult and a 4-year-old girl," the PRC said The PRC said it sent five ambulances and 18 volunteers to the area to respond to the incident "The driver of the Ford Everest is in custody right now," Dizon said The Land Transportation Office (LTO) preventively suspended for 90 days the driver’s license of the SUV driver LTO chief Vigor Mendoza II said a show cause order has also been issued against the registered owner of the vehicle and the driver "Rineview din namin ang CCTV kaya ako nagtagal kaunti ‘Yung driver ay may inihatid na pasahero. Right now mukhang [hindi] pumunta ‘yung driver para managasa (We reviewed the CCTV so it took me some time The driver brought a passenger to the airport it does not seem that the driver went to the airport to run over some people the driver panicked as he claimed he saw a vehicle passed in front of him and stepped on the accelerator instead of the brake pedal that there was no such vehicle at the time of the crash “(H)e told the police that he was about to leave the departure area after sending off a passenger when a sedan suddenly passed in front of him,” it said in a statement “This sent him to panic and instead of the brakes two people died and three others were injured,” it added Mendoza’s remarks were echoed by Transportation Secretary Dizon who said that initial investigation show that the driver had no intention of ramming people “‘Yung driver ay may hinatid na pasahero May isa siyang pasaherong hinatid at pagkababa ng pasahero tinulungan niyang ibaba ‘yung bag ng pasahero pumunta na ‘yung pasahero papasok ng NAIA at dun na biglang nakita namin ‘yung sasakyan na rumagasa,” he said in a report on GMA’s “24 Oras Weekend” on Sunday.“So right now mukha namang hindi pumunta dito ‘yung driver para managasa dahil nga nakita na meron talaga siyang hinatid na pasahero dito,” he added.(The driver brought a passenger He has one passenger and when the passenger alighted The passenger then entered NAIA and then suddenly the car razed it seems as though the driver did not come here to ram people as we saw that he really brought a passenger here.)GMA Integrated News has tried to reach out to the driver for comment on the matter and received a message from his wife indicating that they will not be granting interviews initial reports showed that the SUV was parked near the entrance of NAIA Terminal 1 then it "suddenly accelerated crashing through the outer railing and into the walkway." citing initial reports that the vehicle specifically crashed through the outer railing and into the walkway near the terminal entrance The SMC said that the individuals who sustained injuries were being treated the driver involved in the incident was placed under the custody of the Philippine National Police (PNP) and access is now limited to authorized personnel from New NAIA Infra Corp who are currently conducting a full investigation,” the company said we are awaiting official confirmation on the cause of the incident and reports of injuries We are closely coordinating with all concerned agencies to gather accurate information,” it added NNIC said its president Ramon Ang "will personally shoulder the medical expenses of the four individuals who were injured and provide financial assistance to the families of the two who died in the incident." Our priority now is to make sure the victims and their families receive the support and care they need,” Ang said The NNIC said it is working closely with authorities and is supporting ongoing response and investigation efforts "The company extends its deepest sympathies to the families of the deceased and wishes those injured a full and speedy recovery," it added Body bags were seen being removed from the scene of the accident A man wearing a red sweater was also seen in distress dela Cruz reported that the SUV was already removed from the departure area of NAIA Terminal 1 Heavy traffic was also observed around NAIA Terminal 1 PNP Scene of the Crime Operation personnel were on site to investigate the incident UPDATE: Sitwasyon sa Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 matapos bumangga ang isang SUV malapit sa departure area ng naturang paliparan ngayong Linggo ng umaga. | via Mao dela Cruz pic.twitter.com/sAkw7h1k0O  —Giselle Ombay and Jon Viktor Cabuenas/KG/RF {{gallery.imageDetails.images.0.description}} April 9: The Batang Lupar 2 Bridge’s construction progress has now reached 57.99 per cent and is set to be completed by the first quarter of 2026 Sarawak Public Works Department (JKR) shared this in an update on its Facebook page the bridge is expected to become a new landmark for Sarawak and Malaysia in general the bridge is set to become the highest cable-stayed bridge in Malaysia Strategically located in the heart of Sri Aman town and connecting to Betong town across the Batang Lupar River this bridge will serve as an important link between Sarawak’s Coastal Road and Pan Borneo Highway During a briefing session during a site visit to the bridge director Dr Cassidy Morris was briefed on the 21-kilometre road alignment which includes a 3.2-kilometer road to Sri Aman and a 3.8-kilometre road to Betong as part of Sarawak’s Second Trunk Road (STR) the travel distance between Sri Aman and Betong is expected to reduce from 71 kilometers to only 28 kilometers while the travel time will likely be reduced from one hour to just 30 minutes Cassidy expressed JKR’s commitment to ensuring that this project is carried out efficiently and safely for the long-term benefit of the people and the development of the state JOIN NOW Pembangunan proyek pembangkit listrik tenaga air (PLTA) Batang Toru di Tapanuli Selatan Pada  2 Juli lalu seorang pekerja tewas tertimpa batu dan masuk ke dalam jurang saat melintas mengendarai mobil di sekitar proyek pembangunan terowongan Seorang pekerja lain juga luka-luka cukup parah di beberapa bagian tubuhnya Keduanya langsung dilarikan ke rumah sakit di Kota Padang Sidempuan untuk perawatan lebih lanjut  Penyebab peristiwa ini masih dalam penyelidikan Kepolisian Tapanuli Selatan Dari pengumpulan data dan keterangan di lokasi  peristiwa naas itu terjadi ketika Salman akan menjemput Akbar yang tengah mengukur di Adit II  setelah itu akan lanjut pengukuran area Adit III Menaiki mobil Heluxe double cabin keduanya menuju ke lokasi pengukuran lain Salman yang melihat ada bebatuan besar di jalan yang mereka lintasi Dia panik dan coba menghindar dari batu-batuan besar itu ke kanan namun menabrak tebing dan menghantam reruntuhan batuan-batuan di pinggir jurang Mobil beserta keduanya berguling beberapa kali  korban mencoba keluar dari mobil namun reruntuhan dan bongkahan batu besar jatuh ke jurang dan menghantam kepalanya hingga tewas Sedangkan Akbar tetap berada di dalam mobil dan selamat namun bagian kepala mengalami luka karena terkena benturan Tempat kejadian antara Adit II dan Adit III di jalur K7+400 Mobil yang masuk ke jurang tersebut diketahui milik PT Sinar Angel Emas  sub kontraktor PT North Sumatera Hydro Energy (NSHE) “Pekerja lain yang melihat kejadian mencoba mengevakuasi kedua korban kemudian melarikan ke rumah sakit untuk pertolongan lebih lanjut namun nyawa korban tidak tertolong,” kata Zamroni Lantas dari manakah bongkahan-bongkahan batu dengan ukuran besar itu  area kejadian merupakan tempat pembangunan terowongan Di lokasi itu banyak puing-puing bebatuan hasil peledakan bukit untuk membuat terowongan Baca juga: Proyek Bangun PLTA Batang Toru Jalan, Rumah Warga Rusak Bahkan Roboh  ini menjadi catatan panjang proyek pembangkit ini memakan korban Data dari Polres Tapanuli Selatan dan Basarda Medan  setidaknya sudah 18 orang tewas di lokasi proyek itu dua dinyatakan hilang dalam peristiwa longsor di lokasi proyek pembangkit listrik tenaga air Batang Toru itu  dua pekerja asing asal negara Tiongkok juga tewas tertimbun reruntuhan bebatuan ketika melakukan peledakan pembuatan terowongan Peristiwa-peristiwa itu terjadi sejak 2021 hingga 2022 Kecelakaan kerja pekerja PT Sinar Angel Emas ini bukan pertama kali terjadi Alfiadi Napitupulu dan Ahmad Somet juga alami kecelakaan kerja ketika beraktivitas di area proyek pengeboran terowongan warga lokal yang tertimpa bongkahan batu ketika ledakan terjadi mereka masih selamat meskipun mengalami luka lumayan parah dengan jatuh korban jiwa sudah 18 orang ini membuktikan proyek PLTA Batang Toru bermasalah “Hentikan seluruh pembangunan PLTA Batang Toru cabut semua izin kembalikan seperti semula bentang alam ekosistem Batang Toru kita tidak ingin makin banyak jatuh korban jiwa lagi karena memaksakan proyek ini terus dibangunm,” katanya Perusahaan pun dinilai tak mengindahkan peringatan pakar geofisika soal proyek berada di daerah rawan bencana perlu ada penelusuran dari pihak berwenang soal kemungkinan pengabaian dan tak mematuhi aturan-aturan keselamatan kerja wajib bertanggung jawab seperti memberikan kompensasi atas meninggalnya pekerja proyek itu Bukan hanya persoalan pemberian tali asih kepada korban yang meninggal juga nasib keluarga yang ditinggalkan terkait nafkah sehari-hari termasuk pendidikan anak ke depan serta tempat tinggal wajib ditanggung perusahaan LBH Medan melihat dengan banyak sorotan dari berbagai pihak terkait pembangunan proyek ini menunjukkan dugaan pelanggaran hak asasi manusia muncul dampak kemanusiaan lebih besar lagi ke depan perlu lebih serius memperhatikan persoalan ini juga bisa merekomendasikan kepada presiden agar setop proyek ini karena bisa berdampak pada bencana kemanusiaan  yang memiliki kewenangan perizinan harus segera mencabut proyek ini Jangan lagi dilanjutkan sebab masih dalam proses pembangunan saja sudah banyak korban jiwa berjatuhan.”  harus bertindak cepat mengusut penyebab kematian para pekerja dan warga kaitan dengan pembangunan proyek PLTA Batang Toru ini Dia juga menyoroti untuk siapa proyek ini hingga harus dipaksakan walau Sumatera Utara sudah kelebihan pasokan listrik terkesan dipaksakan karena tetap jalan walau sudah jatuh banyak korban jiwa KPK turun tangan untuk mengusut indikasi korupsi di dalamnya  Direktur Eksekutif Satya Bumi menyayangkan  tidak boleh dilihat sebagai kecelakaan biasa  patut menelusuri lebih jauh buntut dari pembangunan PLTA di area rawan longsor “Kita tidak ingin kejadian ini terus-menerus berulang korban tewas tanpa ada pengungkapan kasus dan siapa yang bertanggungjawab?”  lokasi pembangunan PLTA Batang Toru sudah bermasalah  seperti berada di habitat orangutan Tapanuli dan terletak di patahan gempa yang rawan longsor  Satya Bumi dan sejumlah organisasi masyarakat sipil tak henti mendesak pemerintah meninjau ulang proyek ini guna menghindari potensi bencana lebih besar ke depan Baca juga: Janji Kerja di  Proyek PLTA Batang Toru, Warga Lepas Tanah Ada yang Rp4.000 per Meter Selain pembangunan terowongan yang tengah berlangsung tidak lama lagi juga akan bangun jalur sutet  survei dan penyelesaian pembebasan lahan warga di sekitar wilayah proyek perusahaan harus memberikan dan memenuhi hak-hak warga lokal yang terdampak proyek Soal rencana pembangunan jalur sutet di wilayah yang melintasi tanah adat dan hutan negara saat ini di sana terjadi konflik tenurial saling klaim penguasaan lahan Terjadi sengketa lahan antar masyarakat pemegang ulayat Desa Sibulan–bulan proses mediasi pihak-pihak yang berkonflik terus dilakukan tetapi belum menemukan solusi terbaik yang mengedepankan kepentingan untuk semua pihak pemegang ulayat dan Ketua Pengelola HKM Koperasi Angiat Maju mengatakan perusahaan terkesan abai terhadap penyelesaian konflik persetujuan atas dasar informasi di awal tanpa paksaan (free prior and informed consent/FPIC) sebagai arus utama pada proses pembangunan dan pengembangan PLTA tidak pernah dilakukan Konflik yang terjadi terhadap tiga wilayah adat  ini Terkait proyek survei right of way (row) PLTA Batang Toru inginkan agar hak-hak setiap masyarakat terdampak pekerjaan itu benar-benar terpenuhi dengan baik Baca juga: Orangutan Tapanuli Makin Sering Muncul di Kebun Warga PT Surveyor Indonesia dan Kantor Jasa Penilai Publik (KJPP)– akan bertanggung jawab untuk survei jalur Sutet PLTA Batang Toru—  untuk berkoordinasi dengan segenap pemangku kepentingan dari berbagai unsur di kecamatan dan desa “Hingga seluruh masyarakat yang memiliki lahan terdampak akibat proyek ini dapat terdata dengan detail,” kata Dolly saat rapat koordinasi antara Pemerintah Tapsel dengan Surveyor Indonesia Mereka membahas proyek survei jaringan sutet PLTA Batang Toru agar dihitung kompensasi dari dampak proyek termasuk kalau ada tanaman milik warga terdampak agar pihak yang mengerjakan proyek berkoordinasi ke dinas terkait Menurut data Kominfo Pemerintah Tapanuli Selatan soal klaim lahan bisa berkoordinasi dengan Dinas Penanaman Modal dan Pelayanan Terpadu Satu Pintu Tapsel Yudistira dan rekan dapat bekerja semaksimal mungkin sesuai target hingga bisa berjalan lancar “Masyarakat harus mendapat perhatian atas segala hak mereka sesuai aturan berlaku,” kata Dolly akan berkoordinasi dan meminta arahan dari Pemerintah Tapsel untuk bersama-sama menyelesaikan pekerjaan kompensasi lahan di bawah jalur sutet PLTA Batang Toru Baca juga: Pembangunan PLTA Batang Toru Harus Transparan   Facebook   Twitter   Instagram   RSS / XML While promising substantial investment inflows it also calls for careful management to ensure sustainable development and local benefits Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto also noted that while KIT Batang had been operational since 2023 its KEK status was a crucial step to drawing in more investors reinforcing its long-term commitment to Central Java as a strategic economic partner and the construction of a giant sea wall along the northern coast (Pantura) China’s growing interest in Central Java is not without reason. The province boasts a strategic location, a robust industrial base, and a workforce that is both skilled and cost-effective. Additionally, Central Java is home to a significant population of Chinese Indonesians who have long-established business networks with China This cultural and economic connection has facilitated smoother business transactions and strengthened investment ties between the province and Chinese enterprises further cementing China’s economic foothold in the region The designation of KIT Batang as a KEK further cements the province’s position as a focal point for foreign investors The initiative aligns with Indonesia’s broader economic strategy to attract global investment The bigger picture: China’s expanding presence in Indonesian provinces  China’s interest in Central Java is part of a broader trend in which Beijing is increasingly engaging directly with Indonesian provinces China has expanded its investments into key regional hubs embedding itself deeply into Indonesia’s industrial and economic landscape with potential developments in the manufacturing and technology sectors By expanding its presence across multiple Indonesian provinces, China is not only strengthening economic ties but also influencing local industrial policies This direct engagement demonstrates Beijing’s long-term strategic interest in integrating Indonesia into its broader regional economic framework To fully leverage Chinese investment while minimising potential downsides, Central Java must adopt a balanced approach. While Chinese-backed projects in Indonesia have contributed to job creation, past investments—particularly in sectors such as nickel processing in Sulawesi—have sparked concerns over the hiring of foreign labour Ensuring that job opportunities primarily benefit Indonesians will require strategic workforce development Maintaining transparent regulations and robust oversight mechanisms will be crucial to ensuring sustainable industrial growth, preventing environmental degradation While Indonesia has established regulatory frameworks for industrial development ensuring their consistent enforcement in large-scale foreign-invested projects will be key to balancing economic benefits with social and environmental responsibilities Furthermore, Central Java can encourage greater technology transfer from Chinese firms to Indonesian companies, fostering local innovation and enhancing industrial competitiveness. While some partnerships have facilitated knowledge-sharing ensuring broader access to advanced technologies and technical expertise will help Indonesian industries move up the value chain By carefully managing Chinese investment and ensuring sustainable economic policies Central Java can maximise the benefits of its partnership with Beijing while mitigating potential risks and encouraging technology transfer from Chinese firms will be crucial in securing long-term economic gains Central Java can serve as a model for how Indonesia engages with China balancing economic growth with national interests Dr Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat is a researcher at the Center of Economic and Law Studies. His research focuses on China-Indonesia-Middle East relations. Yeta Purnama is a researcher at the Center of Economic and Law Studies This article is published under a Creative Commons License and may be republished with attribution Cari English Rosalia Indah Bus Driver Becomes Suspect in Accident on Batang Toll Road TEKS › English›Rosalia Indah Bus Driver.. Iklan Rosalia Indah Bus Driver Becomes Suspect in Accident on Batang Toll Road Bus driver Rosalia Indah was named a suspect in the accident on the Batang Toll Road There is a need to evaluate policies from upstream 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/EDDY HASBY Illustration The Batang-Semarang toll road section at Kilometers 335+200 is seen from a height around the Batang PLTU area BATANG, KOMPAS — Batang Resort Police have named Jalan Widodo (40), the bus driver Rosalia Indah who had an accident on the Batang Toll Road It is urgent to evaluate policies and regulations from upstream so that similar accidents do not continue to happen again the Rosalia Indah AD 7019 OA bus had an accident at 06.35 on the Batang-Semarang Toll Road A number of victims died because they fell out of the bus and were also trapped ”Central Java Police have carried out an investigation and escalated it to an investigation and today we have named a suspect in the bus driver with the initials JW "The alleged article is Article 310 Paragraphs 2 3 and 4 with a maximum criminal sanction of six years," said Central Java Police Traffic Director Senior Commissioner Sonny Irawan See also: Rosalia Indah Bus Single Accident, Seven People Killed the accident which caused seven deaths was due to driver negligence He admitted that he was tired and fell asleep for a moment or microsleep at Km 370 so that the vehicle he was driving left the road on the left side and entered a ditch and was dragged almost 150 meters "The initial drop point is 370 points 50 then the final drop point is 370 points 200," he explained The single accident of the Rosalia Indah Bus on the Batang Toll Road resulted in the deaths of seven passengers The determination of the suspect has gone through a process of case exposure two valid pieces of evidence were obtained to designate the bus driver as a suspect Also read: Suppress bus accident fatalities, use of safety belts needs to be intensified the police are still coordinating with several agencies to inspect its condition "We have coordinated with the Transportation Agency Regional Technical Service Office of the Ministry of Transportation and the results will be provided in writing by the expert team that conducted the inspection and will be delivered to the investigator I cannot provide any information as we have not received the written report," he said the deceased victims have been gradually brought to their respective funeral homes from 1:00 AM to 3:00 AM Police escorts accompanied the victims from Bekasi and Wonogiri until they reached the funeral homes of their families All have been received in their respective family funeral homes This is the peak of all kinds of accidents during the homecoming exodus This is a classic problem that occurs during the Eid homecoming transportation there are still three wounded victims being treated at the Kendal Hospital stated that handling accidents like this should not stop only at punishing the drivers involved There must also be a comprehensive evaluation from the upstream side such as policies and regulations both in the Ministry of Transportation and also in the bus company's management "This is the tip of the iceberg of all kinds of accidents during the homecoming route. Not long ago there was an accident in Cikampek, then there was another in Batang. This is where the victims are quite high. We are concerned. "This is a classic problem that occurs for transportation going home to Eid," said Sony The case of illegal travel cars that had an accident in Cikampek and the driver condition who felt drowsy because they were forced to serve the high passenger demand as well as the passenger's failure to wear seat belts accident handling has always been at the endpoint: the driver falls asleep we need to evaluate the company's policies and government policies as well," said Sony Dozens of victims of a traffic accident involving a Rosalia Indah bus are receiving treatment at RSI Muhammadiyah Kendal The majority of the victims are holiday travelers bound for several regions in East Java He suggested that massive policy improvements are needed to prevent accidents like this from recurring vehicle inspections at the initial terminal should also be continued with vehicle inspections and driver condition examinations during the journey such as at rest areas or intermediate terminals Sony sees that not all transportation companies have implemented the instruction from KNKT regarding the provision of two drivers especially during the Eid holiday season when there are many passengers "It's difficult to blame the transportation companies but we can see what policies are in place for regulating vehicles and drivers there are also drivers who push themselves taking advantage of the Eid holiday season and in order to receive bonuses," he explained SEBAUH: Construction of the Batang Kemena Bridge has now reached 60.44 per cent completion and Regional Development and Kemena assemblyman Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom visited the Batang Kemena Bridge project on Sunday The 728.56-metre-long bridge is expected to be fully completed by December this year significantly enhancing infrastructure connectivity and improving travel efficiency for the local community Dr Rundi received a briefing from the Public Works Department (PWD) Sarawak director Dr Cassidy Morris regarding the project’s progress and measures taken to ensure its completion according to schedule This project previously faced delays due to issues with the previous contractor the appointment of a new contractor has accelerated construction Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said the project was 3.64 per cent ahead of schedule instilling confidence that it could be completed before Christmas this year The Batang Kemena Bridge is part of the state government’s efforts to improve infrastructure in rural areas and is expected to bring significant economic benefits and enhance the well-being of residents here John Halford, a British public law specialist, said it would be “morally right” for the UK to issue an apology. Numerous governments around the world had acknowledged their past atrocities despite having no legal obligation to do so, he said. Halford said UK prime minister David Cameron had apologised in 2010 over the 1972 Bloody Sunday massacre in Ireland. “Sometimes, the demand of morality can be stronger than those of law,” he said at a commemoration of the 76th anniversary of the Batang Kali massacre. King’s Counsel Danny Friedman said the British government in 1948 were legally responsible for the actions of its army who perpetrated the killings over 70 years ago. Friedman argued that Britain was well aware of the rights and wrongs, both legally and morally, when it came to war crimes and human rights, following the declaration of the UN Charter and the Nuremberg Trials of WWII war crimes in 1945. “For Britain to do something about the massacre at Batang Kali would be historically important, but also legally important,” he said. Malaysian lawyer Quek Ngee Meng said the British government has accepted a memorandum from an action committee on Batang Kali which called for the acknowledgement of the massacre and a formal apology. Quek said the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office had replied, promising a “substantive response” by this month. Separately, MCA secretary-general Chong Sin Woon urged the UK government to declassify and release all historical records related to the massacre. He also urged the Malaysian government to ensure that the massacre is part of the national history syllabus to educate future generations on the realities of colonial rule. DAP veteran Tan Kok Wai said that a formal apology from the British government would help the affected family members to move on from the traumatic past. A total of 24 villagers in Batang Kali were murdered by British soldiers on Dec 12, 1948 on suspicion of harbouring members of the Malayan communist party, which had launched an insurgency campaign against the colonial government of Malaya. The UK supreme court has previously ruled in 2015 that the British government was legally responsible for the actions of its soldiers at the time. However, the court dismissed an application for a public inquiry to be held. Supreme court judge Lord Kerr said the overwhelming evidence indicated that the victims were “mercilessly murdered” and criticised authorities for not conducting an effective inquiry. Subsequent legal challenges were unsuccessful, with the European Court of Human Rights ruling in 2018 that it had no jurisdiction over the case. Stay current - Follow FMT on WhatsApp, Google news and Telegram Copyright © 2009 - 2025 FMT Media Sdn Bhd (1235453-U) All Rights Reserved Ateneo de Manila Junior High School (AJHS) student athlete Avin Abarientos (9-Garnet) won a silver medal for jiu jitsu in the Batang Pinoy 2024 competition held in Palawan last November Avin joined the boys' 69 kg division for 14-15 year-olds.  Batang Pinoy 2024 marked the inaugural inclusion of jiu jitsu in the national games making participants like Avin trailblazing athletes in this historic milestone (Two other AJHS students- brothers Noah Tudla [8-Delgado] and Jacob Tudla [10-Spinola]- represented Quezon City and bagged a bronze medal each for jiu jitsu at Batang Pinoy 2024 as well.) 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