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Joko Widodo
Son of Indonesian President Takes Helm of Youth-Oriented Political Party
By Sebastian Strangio
The ascent of the political neophyte Kaesang Pangarep reflects long-standing dynastic patterns in Indonesian politics.
Parallel Paths: The Shared Development Strategies of Narendra Modi and Joko Widodo
By Prem Singh Gill and Gerardus Rino Pradipta Yosari
Despite the obvious differences between them, the Indian and Indonesian leaders have strikingly similar backgrounds and policy objectives.
ASEAN Summits Highlight Familiar Shortcomings
By Sebastian Strangio
The bloc managed to adopt stronger language on the conflict in Myanmar, but remains adrift in the South China Sea.
Indonesia’s ASEAN Chairmanship Could Make or Break the Bloc
By Virdika Rizky Utama
During its year at the helm, Jakarta has an opportunity to reset the trajectory for itself and the entire ASEAN bloc.
Tesla to Invest in Indonesian Battery Manufacturing, Official Says
By Sebastian Strangio
Senior Minister Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan made the announcement after a meeting with Tesla chief Elon Musk in San Francisco on August 2.
How Indonesia Manages the Risks of Foreign Investment
By James Guild
Diversification of investment partners has been the key to the strategy pursued by President Joko Widodo's administration.
Indonesian President Begins Three-Day State Visit to Australia
By Sebastian Strangio
Cooperation on EV manufacturing and regional tensions are likely to dominate discussions between Joko Widodo and Anthony Albanese.
Indonesia, Malaysia Sign Border Agreements, Pledge Joint Action on Palm Oil
By Sebastian Strangio
President Joko Widodo and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim signed a number of important agreements during a meeting in Putrajaya yesterday.
Will Jokowi’s Economic Legacy Survive Beyond Indonesia’s Election?
By Samir Puri
Since taking office in 2014, Indonesia's leader has eschewed the nostrums of Western neoliberalism. The country's trajectory will likely continue into a more challenging age.
Indonesian Communication Minister Arrested For Corruption
By Sebastian Strangio
Johnny G. Plate has been accused of involvement in a telecoms procurement scheme that investigators say cost the state more than $500 million.
ASEAN Continues to Move Slowly on the Myanmar Crisis
By Sebastian Strangio
The statement issued at the close of last week's summit was less forthright than those produced under the aegis of last year's chair, Cambodia.
Indonesia’s President Admits ASEAN Has Made No Progress on Myanmar Crisis
By Edna Tarigan and Jim Gomez
Indonesia pointed to its “quiet diplomacy” on Myanmar, but acknowledged there has been little progress in ending the deadly civil strife.
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