China-Indonesia economic cooperation cannot continue to overlook human security

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For 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.
https://www.antaranews.com/berita/3902502/presiden-joko-widodo-olahraga-dan-sarapan-dengan-airlangga-hartarto

Golkar powerbrokers jostle for control of Indonesia’s second largest party

As 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.

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In August 2019, Indonesian President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo first announced his intention to relocate the Indonesian capital from Jakarta to Kalimantan. Jokowi has been busy spruiking the new capital, Nusantara, abroad. However, a lack of interest from foreign investors has forced the government to turn to domestic capital and, in particular, prominent developers invested in the speculative urban expansion of Jakarta, the current capital.

China-Indonesia economic cooperation cannot continue to overlook human security

, ,
For 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.

Talking Indonesia: food security

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In 2023 an EL Niño weather pattern across Indonesia made it the hottest year on record, leading to drought conditions and impacting rice production, with delayed harvests and low yields. Since late last year rice prices have continued to climb. In this episode of Talking Indonesia Jemma Purdey chats with Associate Professor Jamie Davidson, leader of the Cluster ‘Food Politics and Society' at the National University of Singapore, about the current state of food production and food security in Indonesia.

Is the Duterte-Marcos rift a glimpse into the future of the Jokowi-Prabowo alliance?

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Several pundits have drawn comparisons between the Prabowo-Widodo and Marcos-Duterte alliances. So does the recent Duterte-Marcos dispute offer lessons on the long-term viability of these power sharing arrangements? And does it expose possible fault lines to watch out for in the Indonesia context?
https://www.antaranews.com/berita/3902502/presiden-joko-widodo-olahraga-dan-sarapan-dengan-airlangga-hartarto

Golkar powerbrokers jostle for control of Indonesia’s second largest party

As 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.

Talking Indonesia: jural traditions and minority rights

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How do religious minorities fare under the constitution and blasphemy laws in Indonesia? In this podcast, Elisabeth Kramer talks to Dr Al Khanif about the state of religious rights and freedom of expression, and how jural traditions, the interpretations of laws based on historical and social norms, have made it even more difficult to assert these rights.
https://mataram.antaranews.com/berita/334581/presiden-jokowi-sebut-harga-bahan-pokok-di-pasar-sebukit-rama

Jokowi’s power consolidation: navigating post-election politics

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Concerns were raised in the lead-up to the 2024 presidential election itself. Some even suggested Indonesia's 2024 election might be the election to end all elections. Now that the dust has settled on the elections, does this analysis still stand?

What does the military’s new regional command structure mean for Indonesia?

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In late February, the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) Commander-General, Agus Subiyanto, announced an intention to establish a military presence in each province by more than doubling the number of Kodams from 15 to 37. The move signals a concerning shift toward the reinvigoration of the military's dual function (Dwifungsi), a relic of the authoritarian New Order regime.

Growing Indonesia’s strategic influence in a zero-sum world

The next president needs to devise a strategic and nuanced foreign policy that can elevate Indonesia’s place in the world and take concrete actions to maintain regional stability and prosperity - and that will mean more than just relying on economic growth to do all the work.

Are Indonesia’s former and future capital cities in political-economic symbiosis?

In August 2019, Indonesian President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo first announced his intention to relocate the Indonesian capital from Jakarta to Kalimantan. Jokowi has been busy spruiking the new capital, Nusantara, abroad. However, a lack of interest from foreign investors has forced the government to turn to domestic capital and, in particular, prominent developers invested in the speculative urban expansion of Jakarta, the current capital.

China-Indonesia economic cooperation cannot continue to overlook human security

, ,
For 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.

Talking Indonesia: food security

,
In 2023 an EL Niño weather pattern across Indonesia made it the hottest year on record, leading to drought conditions and impacting rice production, with delayed harvests and low yields. Since late last year rice prices have continued to climb. In this episode of Talking Indonesia Jemma Purdey chats with Associate Professor Jamie Davidson, leader of the Cluster ‘Food Politics and Society' at the National University of Singapore, about the current state of food production and food security in Indonesia.

Is the Duterte-Marcos rift a glimpse into the future of the Jokowi-Prabowo alliance?

, ,
Several pundits have drawn comparisons between the Prabowo-Widodo and Marcos-Duterte alliances. So does the recent Duterte-Marcos dispute offer lessons on the long-term viability of these power sharing arrangements? And does it expose possible fault lines to watch out for in the Indonesia context?
https://www.antaranews.com/berita/3902502/presiden-joko-widodo-olahraga-dan-sarapan-dengan-airlangga-hartarto

Golkar powerbrokers jostle for control of Indonesia’s second largest party

As 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.

Talking Indonesia: jural traditions and minority rights

, ,
How do religious minorities fare under the constitution and blasphemy laws in Indonesia? In this podcast, Elisabeth Kramer talks to Dr Al Khanif about the state of religious rights and freedom of expression, and how jural traditions, the interpretations of laws based on historical and social norms, have made it even more difficult to assert these rights.
https://mataram.antaranews.com/berita/334581/presiden-jokowi-sebut-harga-bahan-pokok-di-pasar-sebukit-rama

Jokowi’s power consolidation: navigating post-election politics

, ,
Concerns were raised in the lead-up to the 2024 presidential election itself. Some even suggested Indonesia's 2024 election might be the election to end all elections. Now that the dust has settled on the elections, does this analysis still stand?

What does the military’s new regional command structure mean for Indonesia?

,
In late February, the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) Commander-General, Agus Subiyanto, announced an intention to establish a military presence in each province by more than doubling the number of Kodams from 15 to 37. The move signals a concerning shift toward the reinvigoration of the military's dual function (Dwifungsi), a relic of the authoritarian New Order regime.

Growing Indonesia’s strategic influence in a zero-sum world

The next president needs to devise a strategic and nuanced foreign policy that can elevate Indonesia’s place in the world and take concrete actions to maintain regional stability and prosperity - and that will mean more than just relying on economic growth to do all the work.
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