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Here are some of the latest news from Indonesia:

Top Stories

  1. COVID-19 Update: Indonesia has reported 3,441 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases to 4,24,415. The death toll has risen to 22,455.
  2. Economic Growth: Indonesia's economy grew 3.05% in the second quarter of 2022, according to the Central Statistics Agency (BPS). This is a slight improvement from the 2.97% growth in the first quarter.
  3. Flooding in Jakarta: Heavy rainfall has caused flooding in several areas of Jakarta, affecting thousands of people. The Jakarta administration has deployed troops to assist with evacuations and relief efforts.
  4. Papua Conflict: The Indonesian military has launched a operation in Papua to capture members of the West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB), who have been involved in a long-running insurgency.
  5. Election Update: The General Elections Commission (KPU) has announced that the 2024 presidential election will be held on April 15, 2024.

Regional News

  1. East Nusa Tenggara: A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck East Nusa Tenggara province, causing panic and damage to buildings.
  2. West Java: A fire at a market in West Java province has killed at least 10 people and injured many more.
  3. Bali: The Bali government has launched a campaign to reduce plastic waste on the island, which is known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant tourism industry.

Business News

  1. Indonesia's Stock Market: The Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) has risen 1.35% to 6,444.41, driven by gains in the banking and mining sectors.
  2. Indonesia's Economy: The World Bank has forecast that Indonesia's economy will grow 5.1% in 2022, driven by a recovery in the manufacturing and services sectors.
  3. Indonesia's Trade: Indonesia's trade deficit has narrowed to $1.4 billion in July, driven by a decline in imports and an increase in exports.

Sports News

  1. Indonesia's Football Team: Indonesia's national football team has qualified for the 2022 AFF Championship, which will be held in December.
  2. Indonesia's Badminton Team: Indonesia's badminton team has won the 2022 Thomas Cup, defeating China in the final.

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