Jokowi's development plan is well-intentioned, but led astray by lack of planning and sensitivity to public complaints.

Economy and religion could define Indonesia’s 2019 presidential elections.

Being a PNS remains one of the most popular ambitions in the country. Here's why.

While comparisons to the Asian Financial Crisis may be premature or overly alarming, there are reasons for worry.

Indonesia’s rupiah is nearing levels last seen in the Asian Financial Crisis. Here's why this time is different.

As the country heads to elections next year, assessing progress of the government’s energy policies will be key.

The 50-year relationship between Indonesia and its largest taxpayer comes under scrutiny.

Southeast Asia’s largest state may redenominate its currency for the second time in three years.

The country’s president is likely to continue to face difficulties this year on the economic front.

The country’s trade minister says Jakarta is mulling a new pact with New Delhi.

ASEAN's economic future and the implications of the AEC, the TPP, and China's economic slowdown.

Jakarta is losing the international perceptions game.

A look at who’s in, who’s out, and why it matters.

Concerns are growing that the Jokowi government does not have a clear direction.

Jakarta has outlined its foreign policy priorities. Actually achieving them could be a challenge.

Indonesia has made a remarkable economic comeback. Yet, its amazing growth is neither sustainable nor inclusive.