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Europe’s competitiveness dilemma in a changing world

Can the EU continue to lead the world through regulation if the economic foundations that sustain such leadership are steadily eroding?

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A miniature of robot and toy hands point toward words reading “Artificial intelligence AI“, in this illustration created on Dec. 14, 2023.

Indonesia: Reimagining the state

To meet fast-growing expectations political leaders need to reimagine the role of the state for the new age of technology.

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United States President Donald Trump listens during a bilateral meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte (not pictured) on Jan. 21 at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland.

The real threat to NATO

NATO members no longer share a coherent understanding of the values, economic order, geopolitical vision and legal principles it was created to defend.

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Police officers in full dress uniform take part in a parade on July 1, 2024, during a commemorative event for the 78th National Police anniversary at National Monument Square in Gambir, Central Jakarta.

Symbolic parade, state violence and contraction of civic space

Behind the grand spectacle of the 80th National Police anniversary, the force faces growing scrutiny over a stark, documented rise in state-sanctioned violence and civic repression. As new legislative frameworks expand police powers while dismantling oversight, the line between public security and political instrumentalization is blurring dangerously.

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An employee of a small shoe manufacturer creates their new products while recording video to be posted on social media on September 27, 2023, in Bogor, West Java.

When economic growth and manufacturing go their separate ways

As Indonesia’s factory activity plummets while the broader economy expands, a troubling question emerges: is the nation outgrowing the very manufacturing engine it needs to achieve its high-income ambitions?

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Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa delivers the government's final statement on behalf of President Prabowo Subianto on June 4, 2026, during a plenary session on amendments to the 2023 Financial Sector Development and Strengthening (P2SK) Law at the Senayan Legislative Complex in Central Jakarta.

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Analysis: Indonesia’s IFC ambitions face credibility test

The establishment of the Indonesia International Financial Center (IFC), introduced through the revised Financial Sector Development and Strengthening (P2SK) Law, has raised concerns that it could become a channel for illicit funds. The concern stems from the law's simultaneous introduction of legal protections for buyers of special government bonds, shielding them from criminal, civil and tax investigations while prohibiting the bonds from being used for tax assessments or as evidence in court proceedings.

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Commander of the Royal Netherlands Navy Vice Adm. Harold Liebergs.

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International cooperation key in facing emerging naval threats: Dutch Navy commander

Deputy Creative Economy Minister Irene Umar gestures during an interview with The Jakarta Post at the ministry office in Autograph Tower, Thamrin Nine, Central Jakarta, on May 7, 2026.

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Creative economy needs stronger inter-ministerial ties: Deputy minister

Trade Minister, Budi Santoso gestures while speaking during a special interview with The Jakarta Post on April 22 at the Ministry Of Trade office in Jakarta.

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RI seeks new suppliers, export markets as tensions mount: Trade minister

Chinese Ambassador to Indonesia Wang Lutong

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‘China, Indonesia must continue upholding international fairness and justice’

German Ambassador to Indonesia, Timor-Leste and ASEAN Ralf Beste speaks on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, during the submission of his credentials as Ambassador to ASEAN to Secretary-General Dr. Kao Him Hourn.

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In turbulent times, shared interest can bridge value gaps: German envoy

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung gestures while speaking about his first year in office and developing the megalopolis on Jan. 20, 2026, during an interview with 'The Jakarta Post' at City Hall in Gambir, Central Jakarta.

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Jakartans must embrace global city status: Governor Pramono

Yahya Cholil Staquf, chairman of Indonesia's largest Muslim organization Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), speaks during an interview on Jan. 29, 2026 with The Jakarta Post in Central Jakarta.

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NU must transform to navigate uncertain world order: Chairman Yahya

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Insight: The strategic role of PT SMI in fiscal policy and economic expansion

Indonesia’s future economic growth will not be determined solely by the size of government spending, but also by how effectively development financing is managed.

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Insight: Rethinking work: Driving sustainable growth in the digital age

The digital age has redefined how we live, communicate and work, but perhaps nowhere is this shift more critical than in the field of medicine and public health. As healthcare systems integrate digital technologies, the traditional roles of medical professionals are being reshaped.

1 year ago

Insight: Innovations in managing and developing human capital

Over the past few years, the role of human resources (HR) has expanded far beyond administrative tasks. HR professionals today are expected to drive innovation, enhance the employee experience and align people strategies with business goals. With the help of technology, these responsibilities have become more manageable, and in many ways, more impactful.

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Insight: AI and Efficiency: Sacrifices The Next Generation

Introduction: From One Disruption to Another

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Insight: Securing a healthier future: The importance of Indonesia's plasma fractionation facility

The global health crisis brought on by COVID-19 tested healthcare systems worldwide, and Indonesia was no exception. As one of the world’s most populous nations, the nation faced immense challenges yet demonstrated resilience and adaptability in navigating the pandemic.

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