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Minister of Religion Apologizes Over Aceh Traditional Attire Controversy: Balancing Cultural Sensitivity & Religious Respect in Indonesia

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JAKARTA, May 13, 2026 — Indonesia’s Minister of Religion, Yaqut Cholil Qoumas, has issued a public apology after wearing traditional Acehnese attire during a greeting for non-Muslim religious celebrations, a move that has ignited a national debate over cultural sensitivity, religious symbolism, and the role of regional traditions in Indonesia’s pluralistic society. The controversy erupted … Read more

IKN Mosque Holds First Tarawih Prayer, Capacity for Thousands

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Nusantara, Indonesia – In a landmark moment for the burgeoning capital city, the Negara Mosque in Indonesia’s Nusantara (IKN) held its inaugural Tarawih prayers on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, marking the official opening of the mosque for religious observance during the holy month of Ramadan. Thousands of worshippers from across East Kalimantan province gathered for … Read more