5 of the best urban trails in Asia, from Singapore and Seoul to Hong Kong’s Dragon’s Back

5 of the best urban trails in Asia, from Singapore and Seoul to Hong Kong’s Dragon’s Back

Asia’s cities are sometimes maligned as concrete jungles bedevilled by chaotic or crawling traffic, made worse by tens of thousands of motorcycles. India’s cities have long had a bad reputation for smog and pollution, while Jakarta, Indonesia’s vast capital, is notorious for two- and three-hour journeys that would take no more than 10 or 15 … Read more

President Prabowo’s coalition set to win big in Indonesia’s regional elections; Jakarta could see run-off next year

President Prabowo’s coalition set to win big in Indonesia’s regional elections; Jakarta could see run-off next year

JAKARTA: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and parties from his Advance Indonesia Coalition (KIM Plus) are on track for a resounding win in the country’s first simultaneous regional elections on Wednesday (Nov 27), though it’s a different picture in capital Jakarta. An outcome of the ruling coalition sweeping key battlegrounds but losing in Jakarta signals Mr … Read more

Chef of Bourke’s, new Hong Kong wine bar, on avoiding the burnout of fine-dining kitchens

Chef of Bourke’s, new Hong Kong wine bar, on avoiding the burnout of fine-dining kitchens

“Being hospitable and courteous is our way of welcoming you into our home, because we’re feeding you,” says Tara Margarita, head chef of Bourke’s, a new wine bar and restaurant in Hong Kong Island’s bustling SoHo area. “It’s plain, simple, human love, and that’s all I’ve wanted to do.” Inspired by the liveliness of Bourke … Read more

IN FOCUS: Water, water everywhere – why Southeast Asia’s overbuilt capitals need new ways to survive

IN FOCUS: Water, water everywhere – why Southeast Asia’s overbuilt capitals need new ways to survive

The Thai government is pressing on with a broad agenda to manage water, with the ongoing protection of Bangkok – the country’s overwhelming economic powerhouse region – at its heart.  It has started to implement its “Chao Phraya 9 Plans”, which includes water management investments with an estimated cost of US$9.4 billion. That includes hydraulic … Read more

Singapore leads Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2024 long list with 8 entries, while Hong Kong has 4

Singapore leads Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2024 long list with 8 entries, while Hong Kong has 4

“Since introducing the extended list in 2021, we have been consistently impressed by the innovative drinking experiences Asia has to offer, and it is beyond exciting to see the large number of new entries and new destinations that have made the list this year,” said Emma Sleight, Asia’s 50 Best Bars head of content. “With … Read more

Jakarta aims to improve flow of Ciliwung river as part of flood mitigation efforts

Jakarta aims to improve flow of Ciliwung river as part of flood mitigation efforts

Observers have urged the authorities to double down on flood control measures to ensure the Indonesian capital continues to be a magnet for investments and a liveable space for residents. Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Pioneer Newz is an automatic aggregator of the all world’s media. In each content, the hyperlink to the … Read more

Water pollution in Jakarta: Some residents resort to buying clean water from neighbours

Water pollution in Jakarta: Some residents resort to buying clean water from neighbours

BUILDING CLEAN WATER PIPELINES The capital city currently has about 65 per cent accessibility to clean water, and authorities have set an ambitious target of 100 per cent by 2030.  The government is also speeding up clean water pipeline construction.  Jakarta Water Resources Department acting secretary Hendri said: “Work is underway to build pipes in … Read more

‘Springboard’ to presidency? Why Jakarta governor role remains coveted despite Nusantara taking over as Indonesia’s capital

‘Springboard’ to presidency? Why Jakarta governor role remains coveted despite Nusantara taking over as Indonesia’s capital

Former West Java governor Ridwan Kamil, who backed Mr Prabowo during the presidential election, is also being touted as a contender by his party, Golkar. His tenure as governor of West Java ended in September last year. Despite billboards of Mr Ridwan with the tagline “on the way Jakarta” adorning some parts of the capital, … Read more

Prabowo’s nephew and niece touted as candidates for next Jakarta governor

Prabowo’s nephew and niece touted as candidates for next Jakarta governor

JAKARTA: Indonesia’s incoming ruling party is considering nominating family members of President-elect Prabowo Subianto for the upcoming Jakarta gubernatorial election on Nov 27. “We propose four names: first, Mbak Sara; second, Mas Budi Djiwandono; third, Mbak Rani Maulani; fourth, myself, Ahmad Riza Patria,” said Gerindra Jakarta chairman Ahmad Riza Patria, as quoted by CNN Indonesia on … Read more

Jakarta Is Sinking: Indonesia’s $30B Plan To Relocate 11M Residents To New Capital Starting October 2024

Jakarta Is Sinking: Indonesia’s B Plan To Relocate 11M Residents To New Capital Starting October 2024

Ambitious plans are in place to relocate an entire sinking city 1,200 miles away to a large island inhabited by indigenous communities. More than 1.9 million residents of Jakarta, Indonesia’s capital, may need to relocate as part of an ambitious £24 billion ($30 billion) plan. The first residents are expected to move to the new … Read more