< 2 min read – The Bandung Conference of 1955 – Indonesia’s Non-Aligned Legacy – And opportunities for Europe – In April 1955, the Indonesian city of Bandung hosted a historic gathering that reshaped global diplomacy. The Bandung Conference, held from April 18 to 24, 1955, brought together leaders from 29 Asian and African nations, representing over half the world’s […]
2 min read – You cannot think like a local – But you don’t need to – See why below ⬇️ – Last month, some friends of ours lost their 17-year-old son in a car accident. A tragic event. Last week, I was driving my family in Jakarta, my wife, sister-in-law, her son, and my mother-in-law, and we were discussing […]
2 min read – Nuclear Power Energy – A Good or Bad Idea? – For Indonesia – Economics is the social science that studies how individuals, businesses, governments, and societies allocate resources to satisfy wants and needs. Economics examines decision-making processes related to the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. As explained by American economist Jeremy Rifkin: Energy […]
2 min read – To secure peace – is to prepare for war – Carl Von Clausewitz, 1832 – Last week, we CINTASIA, attended the Indo Defence 2025 Expo & Forum at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta, a defense exhibition hosted by Indonesia’s Ministry of Defence. Running from June 11-14, this event showcased cutting-edge advancements in defense, aerospace, and maritime technologies, drawing […]
2 min read – Tokenization of Carbon & Biodiversity Credits in Papua New Guinea – How Private Blockchain Saves Forests – Using “Don’t trust, verify” – Globally, environmental certifications meant to ensure sustainable practices often fall short due to flawed verification systems. These certifications typically rely on the trust of a handful of individuals or organizations, leaving room for possible […]
2 min read – China-USA Trade War – Looking at the last 24 years – Says a lot about the winner – A striking transformation is unfolding in global trade, and it’s painted in red. The infographic attached shows the dramatic shift in trade dominance between the U.S. and China from 2000 to 2024. At the turn of the millennium, […]
2 min read – Do you need some contacts? – To develop your business – Be more specific, please – My inbox pings, and there it is again: the question that makes my eyes roll harder than a Jakarta traffic jam Do you have any contacts in this or that industry? It’s like walking into a bakery and asking, “Do […]
1,5 min read – Chinese Trade Fair in Jakarta – Industrial Machinery – 4-7 June, 2025 – Greetings from Jakarta International Industrial Week! A trade show for industrial machinery, technology, equipment, and services. Hosting 1800 exhibitors, 45000 visitors, and covering 50000 square meters. 99% of the exhibitors are from China. Yes, ninety-nine percent. When most companies go to a foreign […]
1,5 min read – French President Macron – Visit to Indonesia – 26 MoUs – Last week, French President Emmanuel Macron made a historic state visit to Indonesia. Hosted by President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta on May 28, the visit celebrated 75 years of diplomatic relations and aimed to deepen cooperation in defense, trade, and culture. The warm ceremonial reception […]
1,5 min read – Donald Trump’s Trade Tariffs Gambit – What has happened 2 months – After Liberation Day – On April 2nd, 2025, President Donald Trump declared “Liberation Day,” unveiling sweeping tariffs, including ➡️ 10% baseline on all U.S. imports ➡️ 145% on Chinese goods ➡️ 25% on Canadian and Mexican non-USMCA goods (*) ➡️ 20% on European imports. […]