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Investing in Belize

The Last Frontier

Why Smart Investors Are Betting on Belize INVESTMENT INTELLIGENCE  •  MAY 2026 eyesonbelize While Cuba crumbles under ideology and Venezuela burns its inheritance, a small Caribbean nation is quietly building something remarkable. This report makes the case for why Belize is the region’s most compelling — and most overlooked — investment destination. 8.2% GDP Growth…
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The Leaf That Could Power a Nation

South Korean scientists have created an artificial leaf that turns sunlight and water into hydrogen — no wires, no grid, no emissions. For sun-drenched Indonesia, it may be a glimpse of the future. Science & Energy Desk  ·  May 2026  ·  8 min read eyesonindonesia How the artificial leaf works A Leaf Forged in a…
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Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim

The Carbon Offset Conundrum

Is REDD+ a Green Miracle or a “License to Pollute”? eyesonindonesia In the boardroom of a multinational oil giant and in the deep canopy of the Indonesian rainforest, two very different conversations are happening about the same thing: REDD+. Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) was designed as a bridge between the industrial…
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Haruni Krisnawati

The Architect of the Canopy

How Haruni Krisnawati is Securing Indonesia’s Green Future eyesonindonesia While global leaders sign declarations under the bright lights of international summits, the real work of saving the planet happens in the details. In Indonesia, that work has a face and a name: Haruni Krisnawati. As the world pivots toward the groundbreaking Tropical Forest Forever Facility…
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TFFF

The Great Green Shift

Why Indonesia is Betting on the “Forever” Fund Over Carbon Credits eyesonindonesia For decades, Indonesia’s vast rainforests—the lungs of Southeast Asia—have been a central battleground for climate finance. The primary tool of choice has been REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation), a system of carbon credits that pays countries to stop destroying trees.…
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Indonesia: The $1.4 Trillion Opportunity That Comes With a Warning Label

BRICS membership, nickel riches, and a 270-million-strong consumer market make Indonesia one of the most compelling investment stories in the world. The corruption problem — and a sovereign fund that spooked rating agencies — make it one of the most complicated. eyesonindonesia There is a version of Indonesia that reads like a dream pitch deck…
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The Football Agent, The Gatekeeper

How Football Talent from the Periphery Reaches the Top of the World eyesonindonesia Amsterdam, April 1st 2026– Modern football is no longer a sport in the traditional sense of the word. It is a global industry with revenues that surpass those of many mid-sized nations, with intersections in finance, commerce, geopolitics and media rights. And…
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Suriname Climate Solution

Suriname Is Part of the Climate Solution

An opinion piece on behalf of Suriname by Anton JieSamFoek As the world searches for ways to confront the climate crisis, one conclusion is becoming unavoidable: cutting emissions alone will not be enough. Climate science is clear. Alongside rapid emissions reductions, we must also remove carbon dioxide already in the atmosphere. What has gone up must…
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Mount Batur Sunrise

Beyond the Beach: An Exclusive 5-Day Escape to Bali’s Volcanic Vineyards and Eco-Retreats

eyesonindonesia This 5-day “Vines & Volcanoes” itinerary takes you from the modern cellars of the south to the high-altitude volcanic peaks and the heritage vineyards of the North Bali coast. It focuses on sustainability, community-supported viticulture, and boutique, eco-conscious stays. Itinerary Overview Day 1: The Modern Coastal Cellar Start your journey in South Bali/Gianyar to…
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Sababay Winery Tour dengan Wine Tasting di Bali

Tropical Terroir: The Rise of Indonesia as the Next Big Destination for Wine Lovers

When you think of the world’s great wine maps, your mind likely drifts to the rolling hills of Tuscany or the rugged vineyards of Uruguay. But for the adventurous traveler, there is a new, exotic frontier rewriting the rules of viticulture: Indonesia. Forget the well-trodden paths. Here, right on the equator, a “New Latitude” wine…
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