It would do well for the incoming government to approach foreign policy with an eye to continuing the diplomacy Indonesia has shaped over the past nine years, in both regional and global matters, into a solid model that other countries can emulate.
7 hours agoThe experience of many countries, as well as the results of many studies, suggest that Indonesian lawmakers might want to consider regulating the domestic vaping market as part of the country's battle against its persistently high smoking prevalence. ...
6 hours agoEnforcement is only effective when comprehensive data is available. Similarly, taxpayers are more willing to pay their taxes if the tax office has sufficient information at its disposal. ...
1 day agoThe Indonesian cybersecurity index scored 63.64, placing it 48th, below the average value of the world cybersecurity index.
1 day agoThe government must ensure that robust internet connectivity is accessible in all remote areas in Indonesia to successfully implement the digital transformation.
1 day agoApplications of circular economy generally involve the physical economy, but circularity can also be applied to intangibles, specifically consumer credit in the financial services sector.
2 days agoRecognizing that monetary and fiscal harmony is essential in navigating complex economic challenges, Indonesia has exemplified how strategic cooperation can bolster the economy.
2 days agoCivil society groups should prepare for and sound an alarm when political actors and/or the new government formulate policies or actions with the potential to reduce the quality of democracy.
2 days agoThe Constitutional Court justices should have explored, followed and understood the values of the law and sense of justice that exists in society.
3 days agoWith an estimated requirement of 10-15 tonnes of silica sand per megawatt, Indonesia has the potential to produce a staggering 30 terawatts of solar panels.
3 days agoEven if voters have a choice of better access to health services, they opt for direct assistance, whether cash or noncash (e.g. rice and other basic foodstuffs).
3 days agoThe Indonesian government has refuted Israeli reports that it is actively seeking to normalize diplomatic ties with the State of Israel. Said reports suggested that Indonesia's alleged pursuit of such a normalization is tied to the Southeast Asian country’s ongoing efforts to join the multilateral Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), of which Israel is already a member. Indonesia sees entry to the economic forum of developed nations as a pivotal phase in its journey to become a developed country.
3 days agoThe government's latest regulatory gaffe related to the new import restrictions for international travelers shows how important it is to consult stakeholders, including the public, experts and experienced staff, before issuing any new rule, let alone implementing it.
4 days agoDespite a seemingly good political or economic partnership, Indonesia cannot disregard the high possibility of confrontation in the South China Sea.
4 days agoThe government and BI need to prepare a carefully considered contingency plan to prevent a rupiah free fall in the event that escalation in the Iran-Israel conflict disrupts the global oil market and trade routes.
5 days agoA paradigm shift in regional cooperation to harmonize policies, build a shared knowledge base and empower local communities can establish a well-functioning carbon market fueled by NBS to unlock a new era of climate action and green growth in Southeast Asia, home to the world’s mega-diverse forests.
5 days agoASEAN must continue to create the space to learn from the various Myanmar stakeholders and seek the support of the major frontline states, namely China and India, in its efforts.
5 days agoOnce a global powerhouse, Europe appears to be increasingly out of touch with today's worldview and the growing role of emerging nations as it continues to look through a colonial lens.
1 week agoIt is often said that change starts at home, and as the government aims to realize a female labor participation rate of 65 percent as part of its 2045 vision, society as a whole needs to embrace the role of men in achieving gender equality, both in the workplace and in Indonesian homes.
1 week agoAs we celebrate Kartini Day on April 21 this year, let us look to the legacy of the national heroine in light of the global transition to renewables and how women in Indonesia and around the world can be empowered to contribute to this still nascent, yet rapidly growing sector.
1 week agoPoliticians capitalized on Idul Fitri holiday last week to embark on silaturahmi (kinship) visits in the name of coalition building. This year, Prabowo Subianto paid visits to key allies while talks of an imminent meeting between the president-elect and Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) matriarch Megawati Soekarnoputri have spread.
5 days agoThe overall context of the Southeast Asian visits is the consolidation of bilateral engagement with the countries that will chair ASEAN and coordinate the India-ASEAN partnership.
1 week agoMudik plays a crucial role in redistributing wealth from urban to rural areas, from major financial centers to smaller towns.
1 week agoIndonesia's next government must consider the nonmilitary aspects of national security while reprioritizing our national security interests to address the current strategic security challenges in 2024 and beyond.
1 week agoOfficially recognizing the NUG would finally chop the five-point consensus negotiated by ASEAN in April 2021 and get rid of the notion that ASEAN must lead when it proved to be incapable of doing it.
1 week agoThe low coverage of social security for elderly citizens has triggered a situation where a lot of them must work for low pay.
1 week agoThe fact that Prabowo won the election by a large margin does not erase the reality that a sizeable portion of the middle class, students, activists, intelligentsia, journalists and politicians have concerns about the country’s democratic development.
1 week agoQuickly adapting to the EUDR requirements and embracing sustainable practices not only opens up greater access to the EU market but also presents an opportunity for Indonesian companies to position themselves as global leaders in sustainable commodity production
1 week agoDespite the commercial benefits, mergers may result in increased market concentration that could harm competitors, consumers and the public.
1 week agoThe upcoming World Health Assembly in late May presents an unprecedented opportunity for governments to come together, hash out their differences and create a responsive, just and equitable global health framework built upon the collective and individual lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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