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Natuna Islands
What’s in the New Indonesia South China Sea Base Hype?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent development has spotlighted Jakarta’s ongoing efforts to upgrade and integrate its existing capabilities to address a range of threats.
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US-Indonesia Relations: From Aspiration to Achievement
February 21, 2018
US-Indonesia Relations: From Aspiration to Achievement
How to avoid illusions and achieve gains in the U.S.-Indonesia relationship.
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US-Indonesia Relations: From Aspiration to Achievement
Deepening the US-Indonesian Strategic Partnership
February 17, 2018
Deepening the US-Indonesian Strategic Partnership
Defense Secretary Mattis' recent visit to Indonesia was an important step forward.
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Deepening the US-Indonesian Strategic Partnership
What Indonesia's Natuna Gas Means
September 05, 2016
What Indonesia's Natuna Gas Means
It's unlikely those living in Natuna will see much benefit from the government's development plans.
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What Indonesia's Natuna Gas Means
The Natunas: Why Is Indonesia Developing A South China Sea Flashpoint?
August 26, 2016
The Natunas: Why Is Indonesia Developing A South China Sea Flashpoint?
We need to look beyond the headlines for a realistic assessment of what Jakarta wants and what it might get.
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The Natunas: Why Is Indonesia Developing A South China Sea Flashpoint?
A Third 2016 Natuna Stand-Off Highlights Growing Indonesia-China Tensions
June 21, 2016
A Third 2016 Natuna Stand-Off Highlights Growing Indonesia-China Tensions
A third stand-off between Indonesian authorities and Chinese fishermen highlights rising tensions in the Natuna Sea.
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A Third 2016 Natuna Stand-Off Highlights Growing Indonesia-China Tensions
South China Sea: Indonesian Navy Fires at and Arrests Chinese Fishermen
May 31, 2016
South China Sea: Indonesian Navy Fires at and Arrests Chinese Fishermen
Indonesia and China could be on the verge of another diplomatic stand-off over the Natuna Islands.
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South China Sea: Indonesian Navy Fires at and Arrests Chinese Fishermen
South China Sea Update: Understanding the Indonesia-China Row in the Natuna Islands
March 25, 2016
South China Sea Update: Understanding the Indonesia-China Row in the Natuna Islands
Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran discuss a recent stand-off between Indonesia and China in the South China Sea.
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South China Sea Update: Understanding the Indonesia-China Row in the Natuna Islands
Breaking the Silence: Indonesia Vs. China in the Natuna Islands
March 23, 2016
Breaking the Silence: Indonesia Vs. China in the Natuna Islands
Indonesia has responded with rare strength to a recent confrontation with the Chinese Coast Guard.
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Breaking the Silence: Indonesia Vs. China in the Natuna Islands
After Natuna Incident, South China Sea Tensions Likely to Get Worse Before They Get Better
March 22, 2016
After Natuna Incident, South China Sea Tensions Likely to Get Worse Before They Get Better
Indonesia is set to follow a passive and dependent policy in the region.
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After Natuna Incident, South China Sea Tensions Likely to Get Worse Before They Get Better
Indonesia Summons Chinese Ambassador After South China Sea Stand-Off Near Natuna Islands
March 21, 2016
Indonesia Summons Chinese Ambassador After South China Sea Stand-Off Near Natuna Islands
Bold action by a Chinese coast guard vessel to retrieve a fishing vessel has led to a major incident between Jakarta and Beijing.
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Indonesia Summons Chinese Ambassador After South China Sea Stand-Off Near Natuna Islands
Would Indonesia Actually Challenge China's Nine-Dash Line in International Court?
November 13, 2015
Would Indonesia Actually Challenge China's Nine-Dash Line in International Court?
Don't read too much into Luhut Panjaitan's comment about bringing the South China Sea issue to an international court.
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Would Indonesia Actually Challenge China's Nine-Dash Line in International Court?
Interview: Victor Robert Lee
November 06, 2015
Interview: Victor Robert Lee
“The USS Lassen’s sail-by at Subi Reef was too late in coming.”
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Interview: Victor Robert Lee
Indonesia Calls for South China Sea Restraint Amid US-China Tensions
October 28, 2015
Indonesia Calls for South China Sea Restraint Amid US-China Tensions
President Jokowi calls for calm in US visit as Washington and Beijing trade barbs.
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Indonesia Calls for South China Sea Restraint Amid US-China Tensions
A New Indonesia Military Boost Near the South China Sea?
September 11, 2015
A New Indonesia Military Boost Near the South China Sea?
The country’s defense minister says it will strengthen its air defenses “to be prepared.”
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A New Indonesia Military Boost Near the South China Sea?
Tough Times Ahead for the Indonesian Navy?
August 18, 2015
Tough Times Ahead for the Indonesian Navy?
The Indonesian Navy may struggle to meet its Minimum Essential Force targets by 2024. A rethink may be needed.
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Tough Times Ahead for the Indonesian Navy?
A New Indonesia Military Base Near the South China Sea?
July 17, 2015
A New Indonesia Military Base Near the South China Sea?
A new plan needs to be put into proper perspective.
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A New Indonesia Military Base Near the South China Sea?
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Asanga Abeyagoonasekera on Sri Lanka's Foreign Policy Challenges
February 12, 2019
Asanga Abeyagoonasekera on Sri Lanka's Foreign Policy Challenges
The Diplomat talks with Asanga Abeyagoonasekera about the future trajectory of Sri Lanka’s foreign policy challenges.
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