Indonesia celebrates 81st Independence Day, enjoys golden friendship with the UAE and a future of shared growth
On August 17, 2026, Indonesia marks the 81st anniversary of its independence — celebrating more than eight decades of resilience, progress and nation-building. The country is home to around 290 million people and has an economy worth around $1.45 trillion (Dh5.32 trillion), making it the largest economy in Southeast Asia. In its long-term outlook, PwC projects Indonesia to become the world’s…
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- Search for Indonesia quake victims underway on Independence Day nst.com.my
- Ministers combine Independence Day duties with NTT quake response en.antaranews.com
