TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Here are the highlights: Here Are 8 Pertamina Directors Caught in Corruption Cases; 10 Weakest Currencies in the World 2025, Is Rupiah Indonesia on the List?; and 10 Best Places to Travel Alone 2025, from Canada to Indonesia.

The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:

1. Here Are 8 Pertamina Directors Caught in Corruption Cases

President Director of PT Pertamina Patra Niaga, Riva Siahaan, adds to the list of Pertamina directors who have been involved in corruption. He is officially a suspect in a case of corruption in the management of crude oil and refinery products.

The Attorney General's Office (AGO) revealed that Riva Siahaan had conditioned a meeting on downstream optimization that became the basis for reducing refinery production, resulting in incomplete absorption of domestic crude oil production.

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2. 10 Weakest Currencies in the World 2025, Is Rupiah Indonesia on the List?

When it comes to currency, the focus often revolves around its strength—the higher the value, the more buying power it holds. However, there are notable exceptions, with some named as the weakest currency in the world.

These currencies are known for their low exchange rates and significant depreciation, which can be indicative of various economic challenges.

Bank Bazaar and Forbes both named the Iranian Rial as the weakest currency in the world. Keep reading to discover nine other currencies that share this reputation when compared to the USD.

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3. 10 Best Places to Travel Alone 2025, from Canada to Indonesia

If you’re itching to pack your bags and explore the world on your own terms, don’t hesitate to consider solo travel. This way of discovery brings in plenty of unique opportunities, where you can engage in a unique blend of freedom, self-discovery, and adventure.

Upon reaching these destinations, there are countless options of things to do. However, to ensure a worry-free exploration, make time to head to any of the best places to travel alone for 2025. 

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