The municipal government of Batam, in Indonesia's Riau Islands, has raised its COVID-19 alert level following a surge in cases in neighboring Singapore. The Head of the Batam Health Office, Didi ...

Escape Singapore’s hustle with a quick ferry ride to Batam! Learn departure points, booking tips, and journey times for a smooth getaway.

The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone poses deep questions for nearby Batam, says an ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Institute senior fellow.

Oracle is considering building a data centre in Batam, Indonesia, as part of its strategy to expand cloud services in Southeast Asia.

Nongsa Digital Park in Batam is favoured as a location considering there are several other data centres there, according to sources.

JAKARTA: The Riau Islands Legislative Council (DPRD) has called for the closure of a crocodile farm on Bulan Island, Batam, following the escape of 105 reptiles last month, sparking concerns about ...

Asia Batam farm’s escaped crocodiles: 34 caught so far, say Indonesian officials The risk of the crocodiles swimming to Singapore is “very low”, an official tells CNA.

Batam, Riau Islands (ANTARA) - The establishment of the Singapore-Johor Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in the Malacca Strait presents new opportunities for the development of Batam SEZs in the Riau ...

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Batam is a coastal city in the Riau Islands, so it is no wonder that Batam's seafood is one of the country's must-try cuisines. While it can be overwhelming for first-time visitors ...

Batam is just a short ferry ride from the Lion City, and its proximity makes it a popular choice for Singaporeans looking for a last-minute getaway.