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Indonesia foreign policy
A Maturing Pragmatism in Indonesia-Singapore Relations
By Mustafa Izzuddin
Despite the twists and turns in their nations' ties, Joko Widodo and Lee Hsien Loong will leave things much better than they found them.
Why Indonesia is Backing Timor-Leste’s ASEAN Bid
By Patrick Dupont
In less than a decade, Timor-Leste has gone from being a “pebble” in Indonesia’s shoe to a “good neighbor” of its former ruler.
Why Was the Iranian Navy in Jakarta?
By Patrick Dupont
Indonesia's growing ties with Iran and other Middle Eastern states offer a good illustration of its "free and active" foreign policy tradition.
Indonesia’s G-20 Dreams
By Shafiah F. Muhibat
Indonesia began promoting its G-20 presidency back in mid-2021, but the events of 2022 have seriously complicated its efforts.
It is Time for Indonesia to Act as a Stabilizer in Ukraine – and Beyond
By Radityo Dharmaputra
Jakarta's fence-sitting over the Russian aggression in Ukraine is undermining its normative and moral authority.
Cornerstone No More? The Changing Role of ASEAN in Indonesian Foreign Policy
By Mabda Haerunnisa Fajrilla Sidiq
Rumors of the eclipse of the Southeast Asian bloc in the country's foreign policy thinking have been greatly exaggerated.
Indonesian Leader Calls for Unity, Braces for Global Crises
By Niniek Karmini
In his State of the Nation address, President Joko Widodo said Indonesians must face challenges “with prudence and vigilance.”
Indonesia’s Plans for the G-20
Rizal Sukma, Shafiah F. Muhibat, and I Gede Wahyu Wicaksana discuss Indonesia's foreign policy strategy as Jakarta prepares to host the G-20 summit later this year.
The Rise of Indonesia on the Global Stage: Reflections on an Economic Ascent
By Edward Parker
With its presidency of the G-20 this year, the country is finally beginning to fulfill its potential as a regional and global leader.
Japan to Join Indonesia-Hosted Military Exercises for the First Time
By Sebastian Strangio
Prime Minister Kishida Fumio has confirmed that the Japan Self-Defense Forces will participate in next month's Garuda Shield military exercise.
Indonesia’s Jokowi Embarks on East Asian Tour Ahead of G-20 Summit
By Sebastian Strangio
The Indonesian leader's visits to China, Japan, and South Korea are aimed at garnering support for his domestic economic agenda.
Jokowi Says Russia Agrees to Permit Vital Exports From Ukraine
By Sebastian Strangio
According to the Indonesian leader, Vladimir Putin has promised to open a sea route to allow exports of food and fertilizer from Ukraine.