TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. Here are the highlights: 3 Efforts to Ensure Safe Climbing on Mount Rinjani; No Discount, Trump Decides to Maintain 32 Percent Import Tariff on Indonesia; and Floods in Jakarta Expand to 46 Areas, Height Reaches 1.3 Meters.
The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:
1. 3 Efforts to Ensure Safe Climbing on Mount Rinjani
Mount Rinjani has been in the spotlight following the death of Brazilian climber, Juliana Marins. The climber slipped into a 600-meter-deep ravine on the way to the summit of Mount Rinjani, Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, on Saturday, June 21, 2025. This case has opened the eyes of all parties to improve the management of climbing tourism for safety and comfort.
Mountain climbing activities fall under special interest tourism as they traverse difficult and extreme terrain. Climbers are generally people who love nature and adventure, requiring physical and mental preparation.
2. No Discount, Trump Decides to Maintain 32 Percent Import Tariff on Indonesia
The President of the United States, Donald Trump, has decided to maintain a 32 percent import tariff on Indonesia, unchanged from the 'reciprocal tariff' announced earlier in April, despite the ongoing intensive negotiations with Indonesia.
"Starting from August 1, 2025, we will impose a 32 percent tariff on all Indonesian products shipped to the United States, separate from other Sectoral Tariffs," Trump said in a letter dated July 7, addressed to the President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, as reported by Antara on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
In the letter he posted in its entirety on his social media, Trump felt that the United States must act to address the trade deficit they have experienced after years of trade cooperation with Indonesia.
3. Floods in Jakarta Expand to 46 Areas, Height Reaches 1.3 Meters
The Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) of Jakarta stated that flooding in Jakarta has once again expanded. Previously, it was mentioned that floods had inundated 35 Neighborhood Units (RT) in West, East, South, and North Jakarta, but now the number has increased to 46 RTs.
"As of 06:00 AM WIB (Western Indonesian Time), there is flooding in 46 RTs," said the Head of BPBD Jakarta, Isnawa Adji, in Jakarta on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
Data released by BPBD Jakarta on Tuesday at 05:00 AM WIB showed that the flooding occurred in 35 RTs, comprising seven RTs in West Jakarta, one RT in East Jakarta, 25 RTs in South Jakarta, and two RTs in North Jakarta.
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Governor Dedi Mulyadi Issues Public Apology as Floods Continue in West Java
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Dedi Mulyadi also pointed out that flooding still occurs in regions where river normalization efforts have not been undertaken.
Governor Pramono Anung Apologizes Amid Persistent Flooding Crisis
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Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung considers floods an "inevitability" in Jakarta.
Trump Warns Prabowo Against Retaliatory Tariffs
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U.S. President Donald Trump has cautioned Indonesia against imposing retaliatory tariffs in response to the 32% reciprocal tariff he has implemented.
US Dollar Weakens as Markets Brace for Trump's Tariff Hike
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Currency analyst Ibrahim Assuaib said several global factors contributed to the US dollar's decline, which in turn supported the rupiah.
Israeli PM Netanyahu Nominates Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Monday that he had nominated Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize.
Indonesia's Finance Ministry Addresses Trump's 32% Tariff, Says Talks Ongoing
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Finance ministry says Airlangga Hartarto is expected to arrive in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, July 8, local time, to discuss the tariff.
China Threatens Retaliation on Supply Chain Deals as Trump Announces New Tariffs
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China has warned the Trump administration not to reignite trade tensions by reintroducing tariffs on its goods next month.
TikTok Developing New U.S.-Specific App Ahead of Planned Share Sale
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TikTok is reportedly preparing a new version of its app specifically for users in the United States (US) ahead of plans to sell its shares to a group of investors.
Indonesia's Airlangga Hartarto Flies to U.S. to Negotiate Trump's 32% Import Tariff
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Trump's letter announcing a 32 percent tariff starting August 1 prompted Minister Airlangga to fly to the U.S. from Rio after the BRICS Summit.
List of Southeast Asian Countries and Their Trump-Imposed Tariffs
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While Rubio is about to make his first visit to Asia, Trump announced tariffs on several Southeast Asian countries, including Thailand and Indonesia.
