TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Sunday, June 8, 2025. Here are the highlights: 8 New Tourist Attractions to Explore in Hong Kong; 10 Must-Visit Tourist Spots in Raja Ampat, Indonesia’s Last Paradise on Earth; and No Indication of Violations by PT GAG Nikel in Raja Ampat, Energy Ministry Says.
The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:
1. 8 New Tourist Attractions to Explore in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong government is developing popular tourist spots to provide new experiences for travelers shifting to more cultural experiences and to benefit the economy.
Deputy Secretary Cheuk Wing-hing said there are many valuable tourist spots in Hong Kong, as quoted from gov.hk.com. In addition to creating new popular tourist spots, tourism resources must also be enriched to maximize the value of these spots, including creating attractions that travelers cannot miss.
The Popular Tourist Spot Development Working Group will gradually develop several tourist spots from the end of this year to next year. These locations are chosen because they have prominent Hong Kong characteristics and culture.
2. 10 Must-Visit Tourist Spots in Raja Ampat, Indonesia’s Last Paradise on Earth
Raja Ampat, a regency in Southwest Papua, has recently made headlines due to controversial nickel mining activities that threaten its delicate ecosystems. Often referred to as the “Last Paradise on Earth,” this region is not only rich in biodiversity but also holds immense ecological and cultural value.
Conservationists and locals alike have raised concerns about the long-term impact of mining on this pristine environment.
Despite these issues, Raja Ampat remains one of Indonesia’s most treasured tourist destinations, boasting a mesmerizing blend of land and sea attractions.
3. No Indication of Violations by PT GAG Nikel in Raja Ampat, Energy Ministry Says
The Director General of Minerals and Coal at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Tri Winarno, has stated that the mining activities of PT GAG Nikel show no indications of violations. He affirmed that the operations of the PT Aneka Tambang Tbk or Antam’s subsidiary on Gag Island, Raja Ampat Regency, comply with regulations and are not causing sedimentation in the coastal area.
“We observed directly from the air; there is no sedimentation. Overall, this mine is not problematic,” Tri said during his visit to the nickel mine location, as quoted from a written statement on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
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