Talking Indonesia: pathways to extremism
Religion, SecurityIn the post-Soeharto era, terrorist acts have drawn attention through a handful of small, but committed, jihadist organisations conducting targeted bombings. In this week's episode, Elisabeth Kramer chats with guest Dr Julie Chernov Hwang about how social networks facilitate entry into and exit from jihadist groups in Southeast Asia.
Jokowi’s China visit - new deals, old problems
Economy, Foreign Policy, SecurityIndonesia President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo completed his sixth official visit to China last week. The recent Chengdu visit serves as a reminder of just how far Indonesia-China relations have come under the ten years of the Indonesia-China Comprehensive Economic Partnership and Jokowi’s tenure as President.
Is West Sumatra on the verge of an intolerance and violent extremism crisis?
Law, Religion, SecurityThere are indications of growing intolerance and violent extremism in West Sumatra. A new law could make matters worse.
Talking Indonesia: Indonesia and AUKUS
Foreign Policy, Security, Talking IndonesiaWhat underpins Indonesia’s negative response to AUKUS? Dr Dave McRae explores this question and more with Dr Ahmad Rizky M Umar in the first episode of Talking Indonesia for 2023.
Can Indonesia ever put an end to police violence?
Politics, SecurityWhile recent high-profile cases have focused public attention on police violence, the sad reality is that repressive police actions routinely result in Indonesians losing their lives.
The end of police reform
Security, Top StoriesWhat do recent scandals tell us about the nature of police power, and the kinds of political contestations occurring within the police institution?
Talking Indonesia: police reform
Security, Talking IndonesiaCould the Kanjuruhan tragedy spark lasting structural change in the Indonesian police? Dr Jemma Purdey speaks to Dr Jacqui Baker in the latest episode of Talking Indonesia.
Decriminalising drug use would help stop corrupt police narcotics trafficking
Public health, Security, Top StoriesIndonesia's harsh criminal approach to personal drug use only benefits major dealers and corrupt officials.
Talking Indonesia: the Kanjuruhan football disaster
Security, Society, Talking IndonesiaWhy would police use tear gas in a sold-out stadium, and what accountability is likely after the death of so many fans? Dr Dave McRae speaks to Usman Hamid and Yogi Setya Permana in the wake of the Kanjuruhan tragedy.