China-Indonesia economic cooperation cannot continue to overlook human security
Economy, Environment, Foreign PolicyFor national elites, China is now widely seen as a providential partner whose capital and technology are pivotal for a development agenda centred on infrastructure, digitalisation and downstreaming activities. But while Chinese funding has helped Indonesia rise up the value chain, it is clear this comes at a high cost to local people and the natural environment.
Golkar powerbrokers jostle for control of Indonesia’s second largest party
Political partiesAs the sun sets on Jokowi’s presidency and the push to replace Hartarto as general chairman of Golkar gains momentum, Jokowi has reportedly set his sights on controlling this influential party.