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Joko Widodo
Indonesia’s Papua Reporting Paranoia
By Phelim Kine
Despite Widodo’s promise of an “opening,” journalists are still being kept out of Papua.
Jakarta Attacks Hit Vulnerable Target
By Anthony Fensom
Thursday’s attacks could have some significant economic implications.
A ‘Prayut Effect’ in Southeast Asia?
By Mong Palatino
The junta chief’s way of politics offers a cautionary tale for the region’s new leaders.
Jokowi’s Battle for Survival
By Anthony Fensom
The former managing editor of the Jakarta Post on the performance and prospects of Indonesia’s president.
Indonesia: Jakarta’s Change of Strategy Towards West Papuan Separatists
By Ned Talbot
A new approach by President Joko Widodo may force the separatists to change direction.
Why ASEAN (and Indonesia) Can't Solve the Haze
By Scott Edwards
Blame local politics.
Indonesia's Haze Crisis Could Get Even Worse
By John McBeth
There are some indications that more trouble could be ahead.
Remembering Indonesia’s Bloody Coup
By Nithin Coca
Fifty years ago this week Indonesia experienced one of the 20th century’s darkest moments.
Indonesia: Time to Remember the Forgotten Mass Killings of 1965
By Papang Hidayat
By sweeping its dark past under the carpet, Indonesia risks sowing the seeds of resentment.
Is Jokowi Turning His Back on ASEAN?
By Avery Poole
Compared with his predecessor, the Indonesian president has a very different foreign approach.
Tough Times Ahead for the Indonesian Navy?
By Koh Swee Lean Collin
The Indonesian Navy may struggle to meet its Minimum Essential Force targets by 2024. A rethink may be needed.
U.S. Asia Policy: The Africa-Asia Angle
By Mercy A. Kuo and Angelica O. Tang
Insights from U.S. Ambassador Cameron Hume.