| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| In SE Asia, the 21st century's first new sovereign state | The Times Specialist Sunday | 11 May 2025 |
| Country's assorted lotteries taking in millions | The Times Cryptic | 25 Oct 2024 |
| Country near Australia | USA Today | 22 Dec 2019 |
| Indonesia's 27th province, today | Newsday | 21 May 2016 |
| Asian nation since 2002 |