PROFILE

Global Entrepreneurship Index 2019 data reveals that the number of entrepreneurs in Indonesia has increased from a mere 1.67% to 3.10% of 225 million people (the total population at the time). That’s a staggering leap from 3.75 to 6.98 million citizens. The creation of young, innovative young or millennial entrepreneurs is crucial, as this will help reduce the number of unemployed and revive Indonesia’s economy.

Fadli Zon, a politician and General Chairman of the Indonesian Philatelist Association (PFI), was awarded a Gold Medal at the World Stamp Exhibition London 2022 (25/2/2022) after, previously earning a Gold Medal in Dubai, at Emirates 2022, in January.

IO - Stephen Curry played brilliantly and was named the Most Valuable Player at the 2022 NBA All Star Game in Cleveland, Ohio, United States, Sunday, February 20 (or Monday morning Indonesian time). 

Competing at Rocket Mortgage Arena, Curry managed to record 50 points, five rebounds and two assists to lead Team LeBron James to win over Team Kevin Durant with a final score of 163-160. He also scored the Kobe Bryant trophy as MVP. 

Young, intelligent, with a healthy dose of social empathy. That is Pilar Saga Ichsan, the Deputy Mayor of South Tangerang elected in the 2020 Simultaneous Regional Elections. That afternoon, Independent Observer had the special opportunity of talking with him and finding out more about him.

Ivan Reitman, the influential filmmaker and producer behind beloved comedies from “Animal House” to “Ghostbusters,” has died. He was 75.

PT Geo Dipa Energi (Persero) has come to an agreement with the National Police of the Republic of Indonesia to discuss socializing guidance efforts in the field, according to applicable laws, on Thursday, 3 February. They are coordinating efforts to extend their MoU and create a cooperative agreement to ensure that GeoDipa operates according to applicable laws, especially when GeoDipa implements the National Strategic Projects assigned by the Government.

Indiana Pacers player Justin Holiday suddenly became a trending topic in both the real and virtual world after he ordered a custom-made batik tulis (hand-drawn batik) all the way from Blitar. To be precise, he placed his order with Yogi Rosdianta and Santika, married batik artisans / entrepreneurs from the Batik Mawar Putih atelier.

IO - Celebrity Chef Vania Wibisono expresses her at being involved in the Sampoerna Academy Lunar New Year celebrations in Jakarta, held on 28 January. “This year, their theme was ‘Spirit of the Tiger’....

IO - The Minister of Youth and Sports of the Republic of Indonesia Zainudin Amali shared a round of golf with the Coach of the Indonesian National Soccer Team Coach Shin Tae-Yong at the...

Amy Atmanto, a top-tier Indonesian designer well-known for elegant, charming and classical styles. She is the woman behind the brands that meet the many needs for elegant clothing: Royal Sulam by Amy Atmanto (gowns and kebayas), Royal Kaftan Stylish Moslem Wear (stylish Moslem wear), and Royal Astana Online Store (trendy and comfortable informal housewear), and Royal Garment (formal uniforms).

Sampoerna Academy’s celebration of the Chinese New Year this year features the Barongsai or Lion Dance. “We use the celebrations to encourage our students to implement the values of IGNITE (Integrity, Growth-Mind set, Nobility, Innovation, Teamwork, and Excellence) that we inculcate in every opportunity. For example, Sampoerna Academy students practice the Barongsai dance and will perform it on the day,” said Dr. Mustafa Guvercin, Sampoerna Academy School Director.