An Instagram account that published comic strips depicting the struggles of gay Muslims in Indonesia has disappeared from the site.
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Prominent Indonesian Musicians Rally Against Music Bill
More than 200 Indonesian musicians rally against music bill being considered in the legislature that they say could limit freedom of expression.
More Papuan Political Activists Being Held in Prison by Indonesia
Indonesian authorities should release and drop treason charges against three Papuan activists for peaceful advocacy in the Papua mining town of Timika.
Papuans Get Independence Petition to UN Despite Obstacles
Activists in Indonesia’s mountainous jungle-clad Papua region risked imprisonment collect 1.8 million signatures for petition calling for self-determination
Why Indonesian Millennials See Not Voting as Real Option
Two months ahead of Indonesian presidential election, youths of the country are worried and many fear they may choose a growing option: non-voting.
Ex-Jakarta Governor Convicted of Blasphemy Free After Nearly Two Years
The former governor, Basuki Tjahaja Purnama of Indonesian capital of Jakarta is free after spending nearly two years in prison on a blasphemy conviction.
Indonesian Presidential Debate Highlights Disagreements
Indonesia’s presidential debate highlights disagreements from corruption, bureaucratic system to combating terrorism, but also, showing lots of similarities.
Indonesian Presidential Candidates Spar Over Corruption
Indonesian Presidential candidates spar over corruption in debate focused on terrorism, human rights, corruption, and law and order.
Indonesian Anti-Corruption Commission Relies on Public Solidarity
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is a vital pillar of rule of law and anti-corruption in Indonesia, Transparency International affirmed.
Palm Oil Lobby Utilizing Tobacco and Alcohol Lobby Tactics
Palm oil industry is deploying tactics similar to those of the alcohol and tobacco industries to influence research into the health effects of its product.