In Jakarta, cigarettes do not need to chase teenagers. The ads, the shops, the scroll-stopping posts, they are already waiting. Before teens even light their first cigarette, the tobacco industry has lit the spark, selling a lifestyle disguised as freedom.Continue reading Teen Smokers inside Jakarta’s Battle Against Tobacco Industry Tactics
In the heart of Jakarta, tobacco advertising continues to echo in the lives of its youth on screens, in the streets, and through the speakers of music events. Despite regulations aimed at controlling tobacco advertising, promotion, and sponsorship (TAPS), the reality remains. For many teenagers in the capital, smoking is not only visible, it is familiar, desirable, and in many cases, aspirational.Continue reading “Smoking Is Like Music to My Ears”: How Tobacco Advertising Fuels Teen Smoking Intentions in Jakarta
Tobacco use in Indonesia is more than a personal habit, it is a structural issue that affects not just lungs, but livelihoods. In a country where 38.2% of adults aged 15 and above are smokers, the ripple effects of cigarette consumption on families are becoming more visible and more concerning.Continue reading When Cigarettes Cut Deeper Than We Think: How Smoking Shrinks Household Health Spending in Indonesia
The Si Paling Megang platform empowers young Indonesians to take charge of their health, laying the groundwork for a generation that is not only healthier but also poised to contribute to the nation’s future prosperity. By promoting balanced nutrition and physical activity, the platform is aligned with Indonesia’s vision of creating a “Golden Generation” by 2045, where the youth are healthy, productive, and ready to lead the country into a brighter future.Continue reading Si Paling Megang Encourages a Healthier Lifestyle Among Indonesia’s Youth
Initiatives like the “Indonesia Spice Up the World” program aim to expand the presence of Indonesian spices globally by collaborating with international culinary actors and increasing exports to markets such as the U.S., Europe, and Asia. The government is also promoting the development of foreign exchange villages to support spice production and improve the competitiveness of Indonesian spices on the global stage. Continue reading Indonesia Continues to Spice Up The World: Supporting Pepper, Vanilla, and Cinnamon Crops to Boost Farmer Livelihoods