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News channel or source: https://news.mongabay.com/2026/08/sand-mining-plans-spark-opposition-from-fishers-in-indonesias-riau-islands/
Published on: Friday 14 August 2026
If you liked this story, share it with other people. Plans to mine marine sand off Indonesia’s Numbing Island have sparked opposition from fishers, environmental groups, and some lawmakers who warn of ...
News Indonesia » Riau Islands » Trade: Batam economy grows 7.28%, outpacing national growth as investment drives expansion
News channel or source: https://www.thejakartapost.com/business/2026/09/08/batam-economy-grows-7-28-outpacing-national-growth-as-investment-drives-expansion
Published on: Monday 07 September 2026
Batam’s economic growth in Q2 2026 reinforces its position as a major industrial and investment hub in Indonesia, with manufacturing, trade, services and investment at the center.
News Indonesia » Riau Islands » Trade: Indonesia, Singapore partner on solar supply chain in Riau Islands
News channel or source: https://www.pv-magazine.com/2025/06/20/indonesia-singapore-partner-on-solar-supply-chain-in-riau-islands/
Published on: Thursday 19 June 2025
Indonesia and Singapore have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a solar manufacturing supply chain in Indonesia’s Riau Islands province, as part of broader plans to enable cross-border ...
News Indonesia » Riau Islands » Trade: Batam, Singapore seek stronger ties to open new economic opportunities
News channel or source: https://en.antaranews.com/news/429925/batam-singapore-seek-stronger-ties-to-open-new-economic-opportunities
Published on: Friday 04 September 2026
Mayor of Batam Amsakar Achmad emphasized that strong bilateral relations between Batam and Singapore must be further strengthened to unlock new economic ...