Rohingya

Rohingya Boats Find Shelter in Indonesia’s Aceh Region

Up to 525 Rohingya refugees have been allowed to disembark in western Indonesia's Aceh province after three boats landed there after weeks at sea. 250 people on a boat reached the province's coast but were pushed back by villagers before...
Indonesian President Joko Widodo

Can Jokowi Swing the Vote in Indonesia’s Presidential Election?

Prabowo Subianto has chosen Gibran Rakabuming Raka, the current mayor of Solo and the son of President Jokowi, as his running mate for the 2024 presidential race. The Constitutional Court relaxed the age limit for vice presidential candidates, and Kaesang...
BRICS

Indonesia’s Strategy: Prioritizing Autonomy Instead of BRICS Membership

Indonesia has been a potential BRICS member since 2011, with the country's potential to become one of the top five economies by 2045 and a leading power in Southeast Asia. However, Indonesia was not among the six countries selected from...
G20 Summit

The Powerhouses: A Closer Look at the Indonesian and Indian G20 Presidencies

The September 2023 New Delhi G20 Summit marked the end of the Indian G20 presidency and Indonesia's role in the troika. Indonesian President Joko Widodo's pacifist demeanour was reflected in his handling of the Ukraine conflict and his role during...
Indonesia presidential election season

Indonesia’s Political Pulse Quickens: Presidential Race Gains Momentum as Candidates Enroll

JAKARTA Indonesia is preparing for the election season for its presidential race, with nearly 205 million people expected to choose who will lead the country's resource-rich economy and drive a shift away from fossil fuel reliance. The race is expected...
Indonesian President Joko Widodo

Indonesian President Calls on China for Swift Support in Realizing Ambitious New Capital Project

Indonesian President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo has requested China to accelerate its investment in the construction of Indonesia's new capital city, Nusantara, during his visit to Beijing. Jokowi held talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang during his...
Indonesian President Joko Widodo

Indonesian Ruling Party’s Strategic Move: Respected Minister Added to Election Ticket

JAKARTA Indonesia's ruling party, the Indonesian Democratic Party-Struggle (PDI-P), has announced that its presidential candidate, Ganjar Pranowo, will be paired with a respected senior cabinet minister. The party's leader, Megawati Sukarnoputri, believes that Pranowo could be a good referee in...
Indonesia constitutional court

Indonesian Leader’s Son Granted Opportunity to Pursue Vice Presidency: A Game-Changer in the Political Landscape

Indonesia's Constitutional Court has ruled that politicians under 40 years old can run for president and vice president in the 2024 elections. The decision, backed by the court's chief judge, the brother-in-law of President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo, could allow Jokowi's...
environment

Exploring Environmental Activism in Indonesia

Indonesia, a country with abundant natural resources and diverse ecosystems, is a hub for environmental activism and conservation efforts. The country faces numerous challenges, including deforestation, habitat loss, pollution, and climate change. Deforestation, primarily due to palm oil plantations, has...
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