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Indonesia politics
How the Economy Factors Into Indonesia’s Elections
By Anthony Fensom
Looking at the candidates in the race to Indonesia's presidency.
Indonesia’s 2019 Elections: Beware the Foreign Puppet Wars in the Jokowi-Prabowo Race
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The role of foreign influence has unsurprisingly featured among the issues in Indonesia’s upcoming general elections.
Indonesia President Jokowi to Free Radical Cleric Behind Bali Bombings
By Niniek Karmini
Abu Bakar Bashir, the spiritual leader of Jemaah Islamiyah, is due to be released next week.
The Rise of Discriminatory Bylaws in Indonesia
By Jack Britton
How can Indonesia deal with discriminatory regional bylaws?
The X Factors in Indonesia’s Presidential Race
By Ed Ratcliffe
Economy and religion could define Indonesia’s 2019 presidential elections.
Indonesia’s 2019 Election: Food (Prices) for Thought
By Erin Cook
The economic debate is heating up as the country approaches its next presidential election.
Free Speech and Democracy Under Threat in Indonesia
By Tom Sullivan
Democratic gains are being threatened by rising intolerance, new legislation, and emboldened conservative Islamic groups.
Who Will Be Jokowi’s New Vice President in Indonesia’s 2019 Elections?
By Erin Cook
A closer look at some of the candidates who could fill the role.
Indonesia’s Looming Energy Challenges
By Septia Supendi
As the country heads to elections next year, assessing progress of the government’s energy policies will be key.
Foreign Workers Under Fire Ahead of Indonesian Presidential Election
By Aisyah Llewellyn
Employing foreigners is a topic that divides the nation, making it the perfect campaign issue.
The Problem with Indonesia’s Infrastructure Projects
By Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat
It is inexcusable to sacrifice safety even for the development of a nation.
If Indonesia's Democracy Is in Trouble, It's in Good Company
By Giora Eliraz
A look back at Indonesia's political developments in 2017 shows some familiar global trends.