Borneo.
third largest island in the world by area, located in south-east Asia
- Reports this week
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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El Nino intensified wildfires in Indonesia, leading to international aid from Malaysia and Japan in Borneo.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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A museum, chaired by Stephen Burke, is exploring conflicts in Borneo, Malaya, Afghanistan, and Vietnam, with funding from Agnico Eagle.Some support1 report
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Wildfires raged on Borneo island, spewing putrid haze that spread across the region.Well supported13 reports3 developments inside
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Air pollution affects the island of Borneo and the island of Sumatra, stemming from the broader issues of deforestation and corporate land use.Some support9 reports
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Indigenous land rights issues arise as Singaporean companies invest in resources within East Kalimantan, a district of West Kutai, Indonesia.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Fires are contained in the country's territory of Indonesia, affecting Sumatra and Borneo.Some support12 reports1 development inside
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University of Colorado is conducting research on bogs in Borneo and boreal forests in Canada.Some support1 report
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A project is underway to protect habitats in Borneo and Sumatra.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Indonesia's government is managing severe wildfire season and fires on the island of Borneo.Well supported45 reports3 developments inside
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The new event is part of a larger economic discussion involving the regions of Sabah and Borneo.Some support1 report8 developments inside
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Habitat loss and fragmentation due to development is occurring in Borneo.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Cheryl Knott conducted a study on great apes' habitat in Borneo.Some support1 report
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Both islands, Sumatra and Borneo, are currently experiencing drought conditions.Some support1 report
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Paul Blelock Samuel died while climbing in Peru; his trek involved Borneo, and his estate dispute is now before the High Court in London.Some support1 report
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Pratt & Whitney Canada is providing MRO services for AirBorneo Airways, utilizing a facility in Singapore.Some support1 report
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The government of Indonesia, including the House of Representatives, is considering new environmental laws to address the severe fire season affecting Sumatra and Borneo.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Oil palm grows in Sumatra and Borneo, facing scrutiny from the EU Deforestation Regulation, which requires proof of non-deforestation via satellite data.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Rainforest clearing for palm-oil plantations is causing habitat loss for orangutans in Sumatra and Borneo.Some support1 report
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El Niño is turbocharging drought and fire in West Kalimantan, threatening local orangutan populations.Some support3 reports
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A ferry capsized in the Java Sea, south of Borneo, prompting salvage efforts by the Indonesian Navy.Some support1 report
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Money laundering begins in Borneo.Some support1 report
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The event details the corporate involvement of major companies (Wilmar, Unilever, Cargill) in the RSPO initiative amidst ongoing deforestation in Sumatra and Borneo.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
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Kratom strains are reported to be popular in the Canadian market.Some support1 report
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Aid deployment begins for fires in Borneo, utilizing Chinook helicopters and crew to assist affected provinces.Some support2 reports
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Peatlands are being drained for oil palm plantations, leading to uncontrolled fires, smoke spread, and health advisories across the region.Well supported5 reports
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Orangutans are native to both Sumatra and Borneo.Well supported6 reports
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Research into diamond provenance suggests that stones found in France may have originated from various locations, including Borneo, Brazil, and India.Some support3 reports
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Orangutans are trafficked from Borneo to Cambodia, while poaching remains a major criminal industry threatening wildlife in Africa.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The article reports on haze from Indonesian forest fires in Borneo and international police exchanges concerning art theft.Some support1 report
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Ketapang is a district located within West Kalimantan province on the island of Borneo.Some support1 report
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Hotspots in Western Borneo cause haze affecting Brunei.Some support1 report
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Political corruption extends from the capital city into the island of Borneo.Some support2 reports
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Local councils in Borneo are being urged to innovate and meet international standards.Some support1 report
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Gurkhas fought alongside British forces in Malaya and Borneo, while an MP pressed the government regarding pension rights.Some support1 report
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U.S. policy is driving strategic commitments in the Indo-Pacific, with island chains extending toward strategic points like Borneo.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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The Philippines and Japan have formed and defined a new island chain.Some support2 reports
Gone quiet
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Important clouded leopard populations are found in both Meghalaya and Borneo.Some support1 report
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A book featuring shortlisted items from Malaysian Borneo is being compiled.Some support2 reports
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The Australian Army deployed units to Borneo in 2023.Some support1 report
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Sabah is a state within Malaysia, situated on Borneo, and its forests play a role in regulating global climate systems.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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A new regional airline is operating out of Borneo, utilizing leased Boeing 737-800 aircraft.Some support1 report
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Ai-CHA is utilizing TikTok and Instagram platforms, with Borneo serving as a key pillar of its growth strategy.Some support1 report
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Sarawak is aiming to transform into a low-carbon state, proposing electric buses for Miri and maintaining good relations with China.Some support1 report
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A study led by researchers from the University of Exeter and Cardiff University was conducted in Malaysian Borneo.Some support2 reports
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Trump visited Beijing amid escalating US-China tensions, territorial claims in Borneo, and MSA vessels near Taiwan's waters.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Tawau is a location that is situated within the state of Sabah, which is part of the island of Borneo.Some support1 report
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Marriott International has a resort in Borneo, and a contract renewal involving Benjamin Wolff was reported. Separately, Malaysian students participated in a drone competition in Hong Kong.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Borneo
Events traced to Borneo, step by step, newest first- Flawed global trade data may compromise Borneo's species protectionBorneo's species protection may be compromised by flawed global trade dataPossible
- Widespread fires threaten Borneo's environment and ancient heritageWidespread fires threaten Borneo's environment and ancient heritageLikely
- New food policy may reduce forest clearing pressure on BorneoNew food policy may reduce forest clearing pressure on BorneoPossible
Explainers that pass through Borneo
Borneo is a step on the way to someone elseAround Borneo this week
News at the entities that move Borneo most-
Indonesia StructuralRoyal Enfield is exploring the establishment of CKD assembly facilities within Indonesia.Moves Borneo
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El Nino OperationalA drought in Amazonas is linked to the El Nino climate phenomenon.Moves Borneo
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Nusantara StructuralPrabowo Subianto scaled back the construction project for Nusantara, Indonesia's planned new capital.Moves Borneo
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Java OperationalJakarta is the most populous city of Indonesia, and the Dutch East India Company (VOC) established its base on Java to trade spices.Moves Borneo
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El Niño OperationalCamp Fortune is impacted by El Niño forecasts, potentially affecting the Rideau Canal Skateway ice.Moves Borneo
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Beijing Shared contextXi Jinping met with Donald Trump in Washington on November 1, 2026.Moves Borneo
Connections
The 40 strongest of 79, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Kalimantan Shared context
Kalimantan is geographically situated within the larger island of Borneo.
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Indonesia Structural
Borneo is a territory of Indonesia, and the Indonesian government actively manages its environmental and land issues.
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Java Operational
Ferry services and supply exchanges maintain an ongoing operational link between Java and Borneo.
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El Nino Operational
El Nino drives adverse climate events, including wildfires, drought, and smoke emissions, in Borneo.
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El Niño Operational
El Niño weather patterns cause dry conditions and intensify wildfires in Borneo.
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Kuala Lumpur Operational
Smog generated by fires in Borneo actively impacts the air quality and health of Kuala Lumpur.
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Singapore Operational
Wildfires and resulting haze originating in Borneo actively affect the air quality and environment of Singapore.
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Malaysia Operational
Borneo's environmental conditions, specifically fires and peatland emissions, actively influence air quality and health in Malaysia.
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Philippines Shared context
Haze from Borneo's peatland fires drifts across the border, negatively affecting air quality in the Philippines.
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Nusantara Structural
Nusantara, the planned new capital city, is being constructed on the territory of Borneo.
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Australian Army Transactional
The Australian Army deployed units to Borneo to contribute to historical military campaigns.
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Manila Shared context
Smog from fires in Borneo spills across borders, affecting the regional context of Manila.
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Pratt & Whitney Canada Transactional
Pratt & Whitney Canada provides Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services for operations conducted in Borneo.
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Beijing Shared context
The political claims originating from the entity centered in Beijing are being asserted regarding the territory of Borneo.
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Surabaya Transactional
A ferry was observed traveling from Surabaya to Borneo.
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NOAA Shared context
NOAA's operational area includes global climate patterns that affect the region of Borneo.
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Leif Cocks Shared context
Leif Cocks is involved in a habitat protection project operating within Borneo.
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University of Exeter Shared context
The research activities of the University of Exeter were situated within the geographical context of Malaysian Borneo.
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Banjarmasin Shared context
Banjarmasin functions as the command center for maritime rescue operations within the larger geographic context of Borneo.
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Andri Shared context
Andri is engaged in fire fighting activities within the geographic boundaries of Borneo.
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Sumatra Shared context
Sumatra and Borneo share a regional context characterized by common environmental risks, including wildfires, haze, and drought.
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Cambodia Transactional
Orangutans are trafficked from Borneo to Cambodia.
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Randa Abdel-Fattah Shared context
Randa Abdel-Fattah's professional work involves featuring and discussing books originating from the region of Borneo.
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Boston University Mentioned together
Boston University is linked to Borneo through research focused on orangutans native to the region.
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International Union for Conservation of Nature Shared context
IUCN reports and issues warnings regarding environmental issues, such as fires and orangutan populations, within Borneo.
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Abang Johari Shared context
The relationship is defined by the shared goal of transforming the region into a low-carbon state.
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Brunei Shared context
Borneo is the larger geographical region that contains the political entity of Brunei.
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Cheryl Knott Shared context
Cheryl Knott conducted research on great ape habitats within the geographical area of Borneo.
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West Kalimantan Shared context
West Kalimantan is a province geographically situated within the island of Borneo.
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Mukah Shared context
Mukah is situated in the broader geographical region of Borneo, which is currently experiencing air quality issues.
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Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation Shared context
The Foundation operates its rescue efforts within the geographical context of Borneo.
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TikTok Shared context
Borneo serves as a potential geographical context for the digital activities taking place on the TikTok platform, mediated by a third entity (Ai-CHA).
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House of Representatives Mentioned together
The House of Representatives is discussing issues related to the fire season in Borneo.
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International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry Shared context
IUPAC utilizes Borneo as a co-location for its congresses, including the current one.
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Museum Shared context
The Museum features content focused on conflicts occurring within Borneo.
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Anwar Ibrahim Shared context
The relationship is contextually linked to the region of Borneo, which is relevant to the individual's political life.
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Raghu Dixit Shared context
Raghu Dixit was observed in Borneo while attending a music festival.
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Ocha Shared context
Ocha, an orangutan, is located in Borneo.
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University of Colorado Shared context
The University of Colorado conducts academic research focused on the environment of Borneo.
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Samarinda Shared context
Samarinda is geographically located on the island of Borneo.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
3 eventsSeptember 2026
19 events- El Nino intensified wildfires in Indonesia, leading to international aid from Malaysia and Japan in Borneo.
- Wildfires raged on Borneo island, spewing putrid haze that spread across the region.
- Air pollution affects the island of Borneo and the island of Sumatra, stemming from the broader issues of deforestation and corporate land use.
- Fires are contained in the country's territory of Indonesia, affecting Sumatra and Borneo.
- Both islands, Sumatra and Borneo, are currently experiencing drought conditions.
- Paul Blelock Samuel died while climbing in Peru; his trek involved Borneo, and his estate dispute is now before the High Court in London.
- Pratt & Whitney Canada is providing MRO services for AirBorneo Airways, utilizing a facility in Singapore.
- The government of Indonesia, including the House of Representatives, is considering new environmental laws to address the severe fire season affecting Sumatra and Borneo.
- Rainforest clearing for palm-oil plantations is causing habitat loss for orangutans in Sumatra and Borneo.
- El Niño is turbocharging drought and fire in West Kalimantan, threatening local orangutan populations.
- A ferry capsized in the Java Sea, south of Borneo, prompting salvage efforts by the Indonesian Navy.
- Money laundering begins in Borneo.
- Kratom strains are reported to be popular in the Canadian market.
- Aid deployment begins for fires in Borneo, utilizing Chinook helicopters and crew to assist affected provinces.
- Peatlands are being drained for oil palm plantations, leading to uncontrolled fires, smoke spread, and health advisories across the region.
- Orangutans are native to both Sumatra and Borneo.
- Research into diamond provenance suggests that stones found in France may have originated from various locations, including Borneo, Brazil, and India.
- The article reports on haze from Indonesian forest fires in Borneo and international police exchanges concerning art theft.
- Ketapang is a district located within West Kalimantan province on the island of Borneo.
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August 2026
10 events- Indonesia's government is managing severe wildfire season and fires on the island of Borneo.
- Habitat loss and fragmentation due to development is occurring in Borneo.
- Hotspots in Western Borneo cause haze affecting Brunei.
- Political corruption extends from the capital city into the island of Borneo.
- Local councils in Borneo are being urged to innovate and meet international standards.
- Gurkhas fought alongside British forces in Malaya and Borneo, while an MP pressed the government regarding pension rights.
- U.S. policy is driving strategic commitments in the Indo-Pacific, with island chains extending toward strategic points like Borneo.
- The Philippines and Japan have formed and defined a new island chain.
- Important clouded leopard populations are found in both Meghalaya and Borneo.
- The Australian Army deployed units to Borneo in 2023.
July 2026
7 events- Indigenous land rights issues arise as Singaporean companies invest in resources within East Kalimantan, a district of West Kutai, Indonesia.
- A book featuring shortlisted items from Malaysian Borneo is being compiled.
- Sabah is a state within Malaysia, situated on Borneo, and its forests play a role in regulating global climate systems.
- A new regional airline is operating out of Borneo, utilizing leased Boeing 737-800 aircraft.
- Ai-CHA is utilizing TikTok and Instagram platforms, with Borneo serving as a key pillar of its growth strategy.
- Sarawak is aiming to transform into a low-carbon state, proposing electric buses for Miri and maintaining good relations with China.
- A study led by researchers from the University of Exeter and Cardiff University was conducted in Malaysian Borneo.
June 2026
7 events- The new event is part of a larger economic discussion involving the regions of Sabah and Borneo.
- Oil palm grows in Sumatra and Borneo, facing scrutiny from the EU Deforestation Regulation, which requires proof of non-deforestation via satellite data.
- The event details the corporate involvement of major companies (Wilmar, Unilever, Cargill) in the RSPO initiative amidst ongoing deforestation in Sumatra and Borneo.
- Orangutans are trafficked from Borneo to Cambodia, while poaching remains a major criminal industry threatening wildlife in Africa.
- Trump visited Beijing amid escalating US-China tensions, territorial claims in Borneo, and MSA vessels near Taiwan's waters.
- Tawau is a location that is situated within the state of Sabah, which is part of the island of Borneo.
- Marriott International has a resort in Borneo, and a contract renewal involving Benjamin Wolff was reported. Separately, Malaysian students participated in a drone competition in Hong Kong.