August 28, 2025, AquaStar (USA) Corp of Seattle, WA is recalling approximately 26,460 packages of Cocktail Shrimp 6oz (see photo), imported from Indonesia, because they may have been prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions whereby they may have become contaminated
More shrimp recalled because of radioactive concerns; Kroger affected
AquaStar (USA) Corp of Seattle, WA, is recalling 18,000 bags (net weight 2 pounds) of Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp because they may have been prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions whereby they may have become contaminated
Washington company recalling shrimp sold at Walmart because of radioactive risk
More shrimp from Indonesia and sold at Walmart stores in 28 states is being recalled because of exposure to a radioactive isotope.
AquaStar (USA) Corp of Seattle, WA, is recalling 26,460 packages of Cocktail Shrimp 6 ounce, imported from Indonesia,
Indonesia seeks public input on national AI roadmap and AI ethics guidelines
Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs has initiated public consultations to refine the Draft White Paper on the National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Roadmap and the Draft Concept of AI Ethics Guidelines. This initiative aims to gather feedback from stakeholders,
UK and Indonesia publish joint report on AI policy dialogue
The governments of Indonesia and the United Kingdom have launched the AI Policy Dialogue Country Report as part of a joint effort to study AI adoption and develop related policies. The report is the outcome of a bilateral memorandum of
Further updates revealed about Indonesia’s incoming Presidential Regulation for AI Development Roadmap
It is reported that the Ministry of Communication and Digital in Indonesia is working on a presidential regulation to establish a roadmap for AI development, with further discussions scheduled for August and September 2025, according to Deputy Minister of Communication
Indonesia seeks China’s support for AI development
It is reported that, in a meeting between Indonesia’s Communication and Digital Minister an Chinese Ambassador Wang Lutong, Indonesia has invited China to assist in the development of AI and digital talent, particularly in the fisheries and agriculture sectors. The
Indonesian minister calls for swift action on national AI agenda
It is reported that Indonesia’s Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs, Meutya Hafid, has urged her ministry to promptly implement a national AI framework, following President Prabowo Subianto’s call for expedited action across government agencies. During a leadership meeting, Hafid
New AD/CVD Petitions: Hardwood and Decorative Plywood from China, Indonesia, Vietnam
New Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Petitions Filed for Hardwood Plywood Imports
Introduction
On May 22, 2025, new antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) petitions were filed against imports of hardwood and decorative plywood (“plywood”) from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam. The
Petition Summary: Hardwood and Decorative Plywood from Indonesia, the People’s Republic of China, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam
On May 22, 2025, the Coalition for Fair Trade in Hardwood Plywood (the “Coalition” or “Petitioner”), filed a petition for the imposition of antidumping and countervailing duties on U.S. imports of hardwood and decorative plywood imported from the People’s Republic