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POLITICS2d agoSingapore wields ‘quiet diplomacy’ in minister’s surprise visit to Indonesia amid haze tensionsSingapore’s decision to send its top diplomat to Indonesia on a surprise visit, following days of terse exchanges over a regional haze, underscores a bid to defuse growing tensions and seek a direct channel to President Prabowo Subianto. Analysts say Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan’s trip reflected his country’s preference for measured diplomacy amid rising nationalistic rhetoric in Indonesia, with the city state also mindful of containing any “negative fallout” as Jakarta grapples with...South China Morning Post
POLITICS2d agoJohor govt rejects claims linking JCorp to Indonesian firesJOHOR BARU: Johor Corporation (JCorp) has no links to forest and land fires in Indonesia, says Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.thestar_my · malaysia
POLITICS3d agoIndonesian students demand action on wildfires and rising costsHundreds of Indonesian students protested against the government's handling of forest fires and rising costs.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS3d agoIndonesia deploys hundreds of security staff ahead of Jakarta student protestsHundreds of Indonesian security personnel ⁠were deployed on ⁠Wednesday in anticipation ⁠of student protests against several of President Prabowo Subianto’s policies, as well as his government’s handling of forest fires. Students from the University of Indonesia ‌said they were set to stage protests in several spots in the capital Jakarta. They are calling on the government to declare the ongoing wildfires in Sumatra and Borneo a national disaster, and to halt spending ⁠on populist programmes...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 24Big dreams, growing pains in Indonesia: Prabowo’s turbulent 2 years in powerWhen 35-year-old Bekasi resident Ika Kartika voted for Prabowo Subianto in Indonesia’s 2024 presidential election, she hoped the former general would restore a “Suharto-like” era of stability, when everyday essentials were affordable and life felt more predictable. Growing up, she had often heard her parents reminisce about the “good old days” under the late strongman, whose rule had brought a sense of order to their lives. Two years into his presidency, however, rising food prices have left Ika...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 23What Indonesia’s warnings of energy cuts mean for AseanIndonesia’s warnings of curbing energy exports to countries it deems disrespectful amid regional tensions have put Singapore and other Southeast Asian buyers on notice, exposing the risks of relying on a neighbour increasingly protective of its resources. But analysts see little chance of Jakarta following through on the threat, given its own economic interests and the mutual benefits of regional energy cooperation, including the long-planned Asean Power Grid. On Thursday, Coordinating Minister...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 20Indonesia responds to Greenpeace protests on climate and living costsIndonesia has issued a response to Greenpeace protests concerning climate change and living expenses. This highlights government engagement with environmental activism and socioeconomic concerns.en.antaranews.com · Indonesia
POLITICSOct 19Indonesian scholar proposes reform for Almajiri education in NigeriaMs Abdul Rahman said the Central Bank of Indonesia supports businesses within Islamic boarding schools, including drinking-water production, waste recycling and biogas generation from cow waste. The post Indonesian scholar proposes reform for Almajiri education in Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSOct 14Indonesian VIP prison scandal exposes inequality across Southeast AsiaLuxury accommodation uncovered at an Indonesian prison has reignited concerns about preferential treatment for wealthy convicts across Southeast Asia.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 13Ethiopian Airlines flight denied landing in Israel over Indonesian pilotAn Ethiopian Airlines flight bound for Tel Aviv was forced to turn around mid-air because one of its pilots was Indonesian, Israeli broadcaster Channel 12 reported on Monday.Africanews [en]
POLITICSOct 12Smokescreen politics? Malaysians mock Indonesian official’s ‘we send oxygen’ haze defenceMalaysians have reacted with sarcasm and disbelief to an Indonesian official’s claim that his country provides the region’s oxygen, as toxic smoke from forest fires in Sumatra and Kalimantan chokes neighbouring nations. Syahganda Nainggolan, head of Indonesia’s government communications agency, prompted the backlash after invoking his country’s forests when questioned on Saturday about the severe smog that has forced school closures and triggered health warnings across Malaysia and...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 12Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing to Visit Indonesia and Brunei, Regime Spokesperson SaysSince taking office in April, the former general has visited five ASEAN member states as he seeks normalization with the Southeast Asian bloc.The Diplomat
POLITICSOct 10Could Indonesia’s ‘content governor’ rival Prabowo for the presidency in 2029?Dressed in his trademark white shirt and traditional Sundanese headcloth, West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi stood near the barren slopes of Mount Wayang. Announcing a new initiative to pay hundreds of local farmers to replant its forests and shield the region from flooding, he delivered a line perfectly pitched for the cameras tracking his every step. “I am a leader who does not want obedience caused by poverty,” he declared on September 26. “I want obedience caused by prosperity.” It is this...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 8In Indonesia, will VP Gibran’s ‘diploma-gate’ haunt his future after court ruling?A legal challenge to the vice-presidency of Indonesia’s Gibran Rakabuming Raka could haunt his political future even though he has survived damning court findings on his educational qualifications. The Constitutional Court on Tuesday dismissed a petition to unseat the son of former president Joko Widodo, ruling that the plaintiffs lacked legal standing. But it also found no convincing evidence that Gibran’s overseas education met the minimum high-school qualification required for presidential...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 7Indonesia Pushes for ‘Significant Power’ Status, but Can It Meet the Price?Commentary Indonesia, with the biggest coastline on the Indian Ocean and control of the key Indo-Pacific straits, is starting to assert its geopolitical strength, with hopes of becoming a major strategic power. But despite having a population of 288 million and being the biggest population Muslim-dominated state, it is facing real economic challenges. The trend […] The post Indonesia Pushes for ‘Significant Power’ Status, but Can It Meet the Price? appeared first on CBNC .cbnc · india
POLITICSOct 6Indonesia’s Prabowo taps Widodo’s allies as advisers amid falling approval ratingIndonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto is seeking to keep potential rivals in his inner circle as he faces growing political pressure by appointing influential figures from across the political establishment to a presidential advisory council, according to analysts. The council, which advises the president on the direction of government policy but has no power to set or control it, comprises allies of former presidents, political commentators and Muslim leaders. “These are figures who have...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 6How Much More Trump Trouble Can Indonesia’s Prabowo Take?Jakarta’s attempts to align with Washington face a growing backlash at home.Foreign Policy
POLITICSOct 2Can Indonesia’s new police chief repair the force’s image, commit to reforms?Indonesia’s new police chief faces a difficult task to balance growing public demands for accountability and independence as the force seeks to repair its image following a series of scandals in recent years. Even as Suyudi Ario Seto, 53, replaced Listyo Sigit Prabowo on Thursday, the government is weighing recommendations to reform the powerful institution, including changes to its work culture and limits on police officers holding public positions outside the force. In addition to appointing...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 2Indonesian cabinet reshuffle: how Prabowo is looking to restore credibility amid criticismIndonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s reshuffling of his cabinet signals an urgent need to address criticism and dipping ratings by banking on experienced technocrats and trusted figures in key positions, observers say. But although the appointment of a new foreign minister raises hope of some restraint on Prabowo’s more “impulsive” foreign policy decisions, the president’s self-imposed role as “chief diplomat” is likely to remain unchanged. In his second senior cabinet change in under three...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 1Indonesia’s Prabowo appoints new foreign ministerIndonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto replaced ⁠his foreign minister with a career diplomat on Thursday, in his second change to a top post in his cabinet in less than three weeks. Prabowo ‌in a cabinet reshuffle named as foreign minister, the ministry’s former permanent representative to the United Nations in New York, with the outgoing Sugiono appointed Human Development minister. The appointment of Nasir, who was Sugiono’s deputy, is expected ⁠to mark a shake-up at the ministry. It comes...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 1Indonesia’s Prabowo appoints new police chief following scandals at the forceIndonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto is replacing Listyo Sigit Prabowo as the country’s police chief with the head of the National Narcotics Agency, Suyudi Ario Seto, amid reports of police transgressions under Listyo’s watch in recent years. Chairman of the House Commission on Legal Affairs Habiburokhman confirmed on Thursday morning that the house had received a presidential letter dismissing Listyo and nominating Suyudi to the post, according to Tempo news magazine. “This morning, we...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 30Indonesia targets free public schooling amid funding concernsIndonesia is pursuing plans to make public schools free at all levels, stretching from kindergarten to university, but mounting pressure on the state budget could hinder the government from pulling off the massive undertaking, analysts have said. President Prabowo Subianto summoned his ministers last week to discuss a plan to “accelerate the implementation of free education in public schools”, according to a statement released by cabinet secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya on September 23. “Free...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 30Indonesia suspends five officials over luxury apartments for inmatesWarden among five officials suspended over the discovery of an apartment-style compound for inmates at Cibinong prison.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 22Indonesia’s UN Security Council bid tests non-aligned diplomacyIndonesia’s bid for another term on the United Nations’ premier security body stands a good chance of success given Jakarta’s growing global engagement, analysts say, but its balancing act between competing powers could complicate efforts to speak for the Global South. Jakarta’s Foreign Ministry said on Thursday that it would launch its campaign this week for a fifth term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for 2029–2030. The ministry said it was seeking the seat to...South China Morning Post
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