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China and Indonesia South China Sea

Gray Hulls in the Gray Zone: Indonesia’s Conundrum in the South China Sea
By Joseph Kristanto
Due to long-time neglect of its coast guard equivalent, Indonesia has been forced to use its navy to respond to China’s incursions – giving Beijing an excuse to do the same.

The Natunas: Why Is Indonesia Developing A South China Sea Flashpoint?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
We need to look beyond the headlines for a realistic assessment of what Jakarta wants and what it might get.

Indonesia To Coordinate South China Sea Policy Ahead of Court Verdict
By Prashanth Parameswaran
President Jokowi asks ministries to formulate uniformed position to ‘have the same answers.’

Indonesia Sinks 23 Foreign Vessels After China Spat
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Jakarta signals that its war on illegal fishing will continue unabated.

Indonesia Plays Up New South China Sea ‘Base’ After China Spat
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Lawmakers want existing plans for a new 'base' in the Natunas to get a closer look.

Will Indonesia’s South China Sea Policy Change Amid China’s Assertiveness?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at how Jakarta’s approach might (and might not) shift.

Indonesia’s South China Sea Policy: A Delicate Equilibrium
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Before hoping for change, we should understand what the status quo is and why it has persisted.

China’s Maritime Confrontation With Indonesia Is Not New
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent incident needs to be put into proper perspective.

Would Indonesia Actually Challenge China's Nine-Dash Line in International Court?
By Shannon Tiezzi
Don't read too much into Luhut Panjaitan's comment about bringing the South China Sea issue to an international court.

What’s Behind Indonesia’s South China Sea Rhetoric Amid US-China Tensions?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Observers need to look past the words of a few to understand Indonesia’s approach.

A New Indonesia Military Boost Near the South China Sea?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country’s defense minister says it will strengthen its air defenses “to be prepared.”

A New Indonesia Military Base Near the South China Sea?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A new plan needs to be put into proper perspective.
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