US tariffs of up to 12.5% on 60 partners draw global pushback
What's new: The duties replaced a temporary tariff the Supreme Court had undercut, giving Trump a more durable legal basis.
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Indonesia exempts 4 countries from new DHE SDA rules
The exemption covers the U.S., China, Canada and Australia due to bilateral trade agreements with Indonesia.
Antara News, Republika +1
Jabar accelerates Indonesia life expectancy target to 76 years
The push is backed by KITA SEHAT and Dokter Desa programs aimed at stunting, toddler nutrition and primary care in 27 regions.
Republika, Antara News
TNI AU sends 4 T-50i fighter jets to Australia for Pitch Black 2026
TNI AU also deploys 1 C-130 Hercules as the exercise runs from 20 July to 7 August, featuring joint combat maneuver scenarios.
Antara News, Republika
NOAA sees 81% odds of a historically strong El Nino by fall
Why it matters: A stronger El Nino can shift global rainfall, raise temperatures and suppress Atlantic hurricanes through winter.
Sam Neill, 'Jurassic Park' star, dies in Sydney at 78
What's new: Neill's family said his death was sudden and unexpected, and that he had remained cancer-free after treatment for lymphoma.
The New York Times, NPR +3
Indonesia, Australia launch Katalis 2.0 for trade
The two countries have also begun reviewing IA-CEPA as goods trade rose from US$7,2 billion in 2020 to US$13 billion in 2025.
Antara News, CNBC Indonesia +1
INKA ships 2 locomotive platforms to Australia, reaches 18th unit
The two units are part of a 50-unit contract worth more than Rp100 miliar that will be delivered in stages through 2028.
Antara News, Republika
India, Australia agree on long-term uranium exports in Melbourne
The supply will be limited to peaceful uses under IAEA oversight, tying the deal to India’s non-fossil power goals.
Channel News Asia, Antara News
China fires submarine missile into Pacific, jolting regional powers
Why it matters: Australia, New Zealand and Japan all protested, saying the launch added to unease over Beijing's military buildup.
The New York Times, Bloomberg +5
Tito urges local governments to expand sharia economy via Adinata 2026
Tito said Indonesia’s halal market still lags, while China, Brasil and Australia dominate halal certification.
Lockheed Martin buys Ultra Maritime for $3.45 billion
Why it matters: The deal expands Lockheed’s anti-submarine business as allied navies boost spending on sonar, sonobuoys and torpedo defenses.
China tests missile from nuclear submarine in Pacific
Japan, Australia and New Zealand protested the launch, while Papua New Guinea said it had been briefed by Beijing.
Singapore agent jailed 3 months in Australia scheme that lost S$16m
What's new: Prosecutors said 347 investors lost S$16 million, while the wider Pilbara-linked scheme raised about S$122 million globally.
Channel News Asia, Mothership
Pupuk Indonesia ships 47,250 tons of urea to Australia
The first shipment arrived in Brisbane, with total exports this year targeted to rise in stages to 250,000 tons.
Republika, CNBC Indonesia
Sydney shark attack survivor woke after 10 days in induced coma
What's new: Leah Stewart spoke briefly with family after multiple surgeries, but remains in intensive care with more operations ahead.
BBC News (World), Fox News
Australia detects first 2 H5N1 bird flu cases in the wild
The find ends Australia’s status as the only H5-free continent, while poultry producers tighten biosecurity and await tracing results.
Bloomberg, Antara News +2
47,250 Tons of Indonesian Urea Arrive in Brisbane, First of 250,000
The first shipment is part of the Indonesia-Australia G-to-G scheme as global fertilizer supplies tighten amid Middle East turmoil.
Antara News, Republika
Five Eyes warns AI could outpace cyber defenses within months
Why it matters: The alliance urged governments and companies to harden systems now as AI speeds up and lowers the barrier for cyberattacks.
The Straits Times, The Hill
Australia detects first mainland H5N1 case in wild seabird
Why it matters: The finding means the highly pathogenic strain has now been recorded on every continent.
Bloomberg, CNBC Indonesia +1
US beats Australia 2-0 to reach World Cup round of 32
US leads Group D with 6 points from two matches, while Australia stays in second and still has a path to advance.
BBC News (World), Antara News +5
Turkey exit the 2026 World Cup after a 1-0 loss to Paraguay
Turkey's final match against host United States is now meaningless, as it trails Australia and Paraguay on head-to-head in Group D.
US beat Australia 2-0, reach World Cup knockouts after 2 wins
What's new: Alex Freeman's VAR-awarded goal sealed the win as players embraced talk that the hosts can contend for the title.
USA face Australia in Seattle, Group D match for Round of 32 berth
Mauricio Pochettino keeps the 4-2-3-1, while Australia stay in 5-4-1 after their 2-0 win over Turki.
Antara News, Republika +1
Balogun's US eligibility draws focus amid Trump's citizenship case
Why it matters: The striker's birthright citizenship mirrors the legal issue the Supreme Court is set to weigh within weeks.
Balogun’s 2 World Cup goals spotlight US birthright fight
Why it matters: The striker’s eligibility rests on the 14th Amendment as the Supreme Court weighs Trump’s order within weeks.
Pulisic's calf injury clouds US lineup for World Cup match vs Australia
What's next: Mauricio Pochettino planned a late medical review, with the US saying Pulisic could still return for the following group game.
NPR, The Guardian (Football) +1
AirTrunk seeks A$4.3 billion for 400MW Sydney data center
Why it matters: The borrowing would help fund AI-linked capacity growth as lenders pour money into Asia-Pacific data centers.
Australia probes private credit funds as A$200 billion market strains
Why it matters: The regulator flagged property lending, tighter liquidity and weaker loan quality ahead of month-end valuations.
UK plans social media ban for under-16s and teen curfews
What's new: The package is expected to go beyond Australia's 2025 rules, adding limits on chatbots and online games.
Bloomberg, The New York Times +10
Pakistan police fatally shoot Australian girl during robbery response
The officer who fired was arrested and remanded, while Australia called for a transparent investigation.
ASX to pay A$20.5 million over misleading Chess upgrade claims
Why it matters: The case centers on 2022 statements that the overhaul was “progressing well” despite the project being flagged red.
30-year-old woman badly injured in Coogee Beach shark attack
The closures come amid a string of deadly shark incidents in Australia, including fatal attacks last week and in May.
BBC News (World), Fox News
US opens 2026 World Cup with 4-1 win over Paraguay
What’s next: The Americans face Australia in Seattle on Friday after Gio Reyna’s outside-foot goal became an early tournament highlight.
Earlier: Australia face Turki in key Group D World Cup matchSeries: Fifa World Cup 2026 · Group Stage · 4 chapters since Jun 13NOAA flags El Nino as global heat risks rise into late 2026
Why it matters: Forecasters see a 63% chance of a very strong event by November-January, raising risks of drought, crop losses and higher food prices.
22 countries urge Iran to stop cross-border attack plots
They accused the IRGC and Quds Force of plotting killings, kidnappings and intimidation in Europe, North America and Australia.
Scientists find 1,200-km whale graveyard 7 km deep in Indian Ocean
What's new: Researchers documented 485 whale-fall sites, with fossils up to 5.3 million years old and species that may be new to science.
Canada moves to bar social media for children under 16
What's next: Officials said the bill could take a year to pass, with another 18 months needed to set up a digital regulator.
The New York Times, The Straits Times
Indonesia U-19 ready to face Australia in AFF U-19 semifinal
The match is set for Thursday night at Stadion Utama Sumatera Utara, with Reno Salampessy cleared to return.
Republika, Antara News +1
Five gold seekers evacuated from flooded Laos cave, two missing
Rescuers pulled five of seven people trapped for 10 days in a flooded cave in Xaisomboun, Laos; two remain missing.
Series: Tim Penyelamat Gua Laos · Xaisomboun Gold Miner Evacuation · 2 chapters since May 30