Additional Fee Charged for Entering US Regarding 'Integrity'

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Foreign travelers wishing to visit the United States (US) will be subject to a new additional fee of US$250 (approximately IDR 4 million), in addition to visa fees and other immigration dues. This visa integrity fee policy is part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a new law signed by President Donald Trump on July 4, 2025.[1]

This additional fee will take effect in the 2025 US fiscal year, which runs from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. After that, the amount will be adjusted for inflation. The US Secretary of Homeland Security has the authority to increase this fee at any time. This fee is mandatory for all nonimmigrant visa applicants—including tourists (B visas), foreign students (F visas), and temporary workers such as H-1B visa holders. However, those whose visas are denied will not be charged this fee, as payment is made only after the visa is approved.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Biaya Masuk AS Bakal Bertambah, Muncul Aturan 'Visa Integrity Fee'", www.kompas.com., Nur Jamal Shaid, 19/07/2025, Diakses pada tanggal 22 Juli 2025, Link: https://money.kompas.com/read/2025/07/19/211002626/biaya-masuk-as-bakal-bertambah-muncul-aturan-visa-integrity-fee?source=sorotan.

2. Ibid.

Lay off Hits Hundreds of Offices and Bureaus of US State Department

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "Don't do This When you Travel to Japan", "Ferrari Loses Trademark Lawsuit in Malaysia Against Local Energy Drink", you may read also "The Riau Islands Regional Police Arrested 11 Members of a Pirate Gang" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'Lay off Hits Hundreds of offices and bureaus of US State Department'.

More than 1,000 employees of the US State Department have been laid off as part of the Trump administration's efforts to reduce its federal workforce. The involuntary staff reductions included 1,107 civil service and 246 foreign service employees, according to a notice sent to State Department employees on Friday and obtained by CBS News, the BBC's US news partner. More than 1,500 other State Department employees took voluntary departures earlier this year as part of the federal government's massive reorganization effort.[1]

Those fired on Friday worked on issues like countering violent extremism; helping Afghans who fled after the Taliban takeover; educational exchanges; and issues related to women’s rights, refugees and climate change. Hundreds of offices and bureaus are being eliminated or altered as a result of the restructuring that began to be implemented on Friday. The layoff notices, issued via email, came out as Secretary of State Marco Rubio was of Washington, DC, on a flight back from an overseas trip to Malaysia.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "More than 1,000 people laid off at US State Department", www.bbc.com, Ana Faguy, 12 July 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 21 Juli 2025, Link: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy5w7z57rr7o

2. "State Department is firing more than 1,300 staff on Friday", www.cnn.com., Jennifer Hansler, 11 Juli 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 21 Juli 2025, Link: https://edition.cnn.com/2025/07/11/politics/state-department-firings

Don't do This When you Travel to Japan

 

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Japan is known for its respect for order and manners, including on the streets and in public places. If you're planning a vacation or living in Japan, it's crucial to understand these unwritten rules. Here are some things you shouldn't do there:[1]

• Don't Talk Loudly on Public Transportation;
• Don't Jump in Line;
• Don't forget to wear a Mask When You're Sick
• Don't Litter;
• Don't Stand in the Middle of the Aisle or Sit on the Floor as This Can Block Others' Paths;
• Don't Take Random Photos;
• Don't Walk on the Left Side of the Sidewalk;
• Don't Jaw-Drove;
• Don't Eat Chili Sauce While Walking;
• When you're the Last to Exit the Elevator, Don't Forget to Press the Close Door Button So Others Don't Have to Wait;
• Don't Forget to Keep Public Toilets Clean;
• Don't Leave Your Bag or Suitcase Behind.

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Reference:

1. "13 Perilaku di Jepang yang Sering Dilupakan Turis, Jangan Sampai Salah!", www.kompas.com., Diakses pada tanggal 17 Juli 2025, Link: https://ohayojepang.kompas.com/read/4260/13-perilaku-di-jepang-yang-sering-dilupakan-turis-jangan-sampai-salah

Ferrari Loses Trademark Lawsuit in Malaysia Against Local Energy Drink

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Ferrari SpA (Ferrari) has lost a trademark dispute against local energy drink brand Sunrise-Mark Sdn Bhd after the High Court ruled that the latter’s “Wee Power” logo was not confusingly similar to Ferrari’s iconic “Prancing Horse” emblem. In a judgment, Judge Adlin Abdul Majid dismissed Ferrari’s challenge to block Sunrise-Mark’s trademark registration, stating that the Italian carmaker’s claims of potential confusion were unfounded.[1]

Ferrari had sought to overturn a decision by the Registrar of Trademarks which dismissed its opposition and allowed Sunrise-Mark’s application for the “Wee Power” trademark, featuring two rearing horses, a large “W”, and the words “Wee Power”. “The plaintiff’s mark is a device mark with one rearing horse while the defendant’s mark contains two rearing horses facing each other,” said Adlin, who found that the marks were visually and conceptually distinct.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Ferrari loses trademark suit in Malaysia over local energy drink’s ‘Wee Power’ horse logo", www.malaymail.com, 30 Jun 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 16 Juli 2025, Link: https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2025/06/30/ferrari-loses-trademark-suit-in-malaysia-over-local-energy-drinks-wee-power-horse-logo/182271

2. Ibid.

The Riau Islands Regional Police Arrested 11 Members of a Pirate Gang

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "The Story of Kodak's Bankruptcy in 2013", "Case of Blocking US Immigration Officials From Arresting Individuals", you may read also "Del Monte Files for US Bankruptcy" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'The Riau Islands Regional Police Arrested 11 Members of a Pirate Gang'.

The Riau Islands Regional Police's Water Police Directorate (Polairud) has arrested 11 members of a pirate gang operating in the waters of the Philips Strait, on the Indonesia-Singapore border. The perpetrators targeted passing foreign-flagged vessels. Police officials stated that the perpetrators have been apprehended. They were apprehended after robbing the MT Thom Elisabeth, which was passing through those waters.[1]

The Riau Islands Regional Police arrested eight individuals who were involved in theft on foreign vessels in the Philips Strait. They are identified by their initials S, I, R, RH, Z, SD, MI, and LA. Police explained that they initially received information from the public and a report from the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) in Singapore. They immediately conducted patrols. They then pursued the perpetrators and successfully apprehended eight of them. They were then taken to Ditpolairud headquarters for legal questioning.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Polisi Tangkap Komplotan Bajak Laut Jarah Kapal Asing di Kepri", www.detik.com., Alamudin Hamapu, 14 Juli 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 15 Juli 2025, Link: https://news.detik.com/berita/d-8011637/polisi-tangkap-komplotan-bajak-laut-jarah-kapal-asing-di-kepri.

2. Ibid.

The Story of Kodak's Bankruptcy in 2013

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "Case of Blocking US Immigration Officials From Arresting Individuals", "Del Monte Files for US Bankruptcy", you may read also "Bolivia is Struggling With a Risk of Defaulting On Its Foreign Debts" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'The Story of Kodak's Bankruptcy in 2013'.

Kodak is one of the world's most recognized camera manufacturers. This happened after George Eastman, Kodak's founder, invented the modern camera in 1888, which became a milestone in the history of modern photography. The Kodak company became a legend until its rise to fame was halted in 2013 due to bankruptcy.[1]

Eastman is widely known for his success in creating dry plates for photography, eliminating the hassle of carrying chemicals. This dry plate was later patented, leading the bank employee to enter the photography business under the banner of the Eastman Dry Plate Company in 1881. Seven years later, he and William Hall Walker created the modern analog camera called the Kodak. Thanks to Kodak, people no longer had to carry bulky photography equipment; they simply needed a handheld camera.[2]

Unfortunately, Kodak, known for its ingenuity, went bankrupt in 2013. The reason was a failure to innovate, particularly regarding the invention of the digital camera, which has become commonplace today. The next two to three decades saw the world of photography move rapidly. The underrated digital camera emerged, outperforming its analog counterpart. By this point, Kodak had lost ground, as digital cameras had already been invented by other manufacturers. Efforts to innovate had failed. Consequently, this situation exacerbated Kodak's financial difficulties. Ultimately, the legendary company went bankrupt in 2013.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Kisah Kodak Bangkrut Gara-Gara Remehkan Inovasi Karyawan", www.cnbcindonesia.com.,28 July 2024, Diakses pada tanggal 14 Juli 2025, Link: https://www.cnbcindonesia.com/tech/20240728092838-37-558184/kisah-kodak-bangkrut-gara-gara-remehkan-inovasi-karyawan

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

Case of Blocking US Immigration Officials From Arresting Individuals

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The U.S. Justice Department on Thursday filed a lawsuit challenging a New York state law that blocks immigration officials from arresting individuals at or near New York courthouses. The complaint, filed in federal court in Albany, New York, alleges the law frustrates federal immigration enforcement at a venue - state courthouses - where authorities can safely make arrests. U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi said New York was employing policies similar to those used by California to prevent "illegal aliens from apprehension."[1]

"This latest lawsuit in a series of sanctuary city litigation underscores the Department of Justice’s commitment to keeping Americans safe and aggressively enforcing the law," she said in a statement. A spokesperson for New York Attorney General Letitia James said the state will defend the law, arguing it "ensures every New Yorker can access our courts and pursue justice without fear."[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "US sues New York over law blocking immigration enforcement near court", www.straitstimes.com, Diakses pada tanggal 11 Juli 2025, Link: https://www.straitstimes.com/world/us-sues-new-york-over-law-blocking-immigration-enforcement-near-court

2. Ibid.

Del Monte Files for US Bankruptcy

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Canned fruit company Del Monte Foods is pursuing a sale as it filed for bankruptcy in the United States. This company entered a restructuring support agreement with lenders and started voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings to implement its terms, it said on July 1. A filing with the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey states that Del Monte Foods has both liabilities and assets estimated between US$1 billion and US$10 billion.[1] 

The company secured a commitment for US$912.5 million (S$1.16 billion) in debtor-in-possession financing, inclusive of US$165 million in new funding, from certain existing lenders. The development ends a challenging year for the borrower that saw its parent Del Monte Pacific in June elect to skip a payment to the unit’s lenders as part of a lawsuit settlement tied to a controversial debt restructuring. Del Monte Foods said in its statement that the restructuring support agreement contemplates the company undertaking a going-concern sale process for all or substantially all of its assets. Financing along with cash from ongoing operations is expected to provide sufficient liquidity during the sale process and fund ongoing operations, as it intends to keep serving customers, according to the statement.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Del Monte Foods, owned by Singapore-listed Del Monte Pacific, files for US bankruptcy", www.straitstimes.com, 2 Juli 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 3 Juli 2025, Link: https://www.straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/del-monte-foods-owned-by-singapore-listed-del-monte-pacific-files-for-us-bankruptcy

2. Ibid.