COP16 and next month’s COP29 together present a critical opportunity for the world's countries to unify efforts toward saving our planet's biodiversity, and Indonesia, as a biodiversity hot spot, has a key part to play in drawing upon all resources to lead the way at home.

Female entrepreneurs often face self-doubt, anxiety and uncertainty as they adapt to new environments, navigating the unfamiliar territory of online businesses.

The expansion in cabinet size has not been paralleled by improvements in governance outcomes. According to World Bank data, Indonesia's regulatory quality score stood at 59.43 in 2022, reflecting a decline from 61 in 2021.

Indonesia's digital economy, projected to exceed US$130 billion by 2025, is a rapidly growing sector that significantly contributes to the country's overall economic output.

Although roads and electricity networks have developed to meet the needs of the nickel companies, the government can make a much bigger commitment to reinvesting in schools, health services, clean water, sanitation systems and housing across the country’s nickel belt.

Prioritizing underdeveloped regions, improving education and healthcare systems and investing in sustainable infrastructure are all necessary steps toward securing Indonesia’s future.

Central to this transformation is the development of robust digital public infrastructure, which could serve as the foundation for Indonesia’s modernization and stronger shared prosperity. The big question is, what can turbocharge Indonesia’s pursuit of becoming a developed nation from a digital public service perspective?

Some see Sugiono’s appointment as a reflection of Prabowo’s desire for tight control over foreign policy and a more personal imprint on Indonesia’s international engagements.

Deepening intra-ASEAN economic integration while strengthening external economic relations will be essential for ensuring resilience in the face of global challenges.

The inclusion of downstreaming in the nomenclature of the Investment Ministry also suggests an extension in Prabowo’s downstreaming policy, from critical minerals to broader commodities.

AICHR’s 15-year journey reflects both the progress made in promoting and protecting human rights in Southeast Asia, as well as the challenges that persist.

Smart mobility is the way to go for Jakarta to achieve its vision as a clean, comfortable and accessible global city while serving as an exemplary model for other cities to follow suit and contribute to a sustainable, prosperous Indonesia.

Recent studies In Jakarta revealed that 91 percent of food packaging contained harmful chemicals like PFAS, raising public health concerns.

According to Elsenhans and Babones, becoming a middle-income economy requires only moderate productivity and a moderately competent administration; conversely, becoming a high-income economy requires nothing short of high productivity, as well as strong and effective governance.

Experts predict that ASEAN will emerge as the fastest-growing area in the world over the next decade, driven by foreign investment, export competitiveness, infrastructure advancements and demographic trends that support domestic demand-led growth in consumer markets.

One key feature of a deep financial sector is the availability of long-term investment capital. To achieve this, participation in pension and insurance programs should be increased; at the same time, early withdrawals should be discouraged.

In his second term (2019-2024), Jokowi took a more ambitious and politically and economically riskier approach.

A long track record of prudent fiscal and monetary policies and steady growth has helped to shield the economy from shocks.

Through advanced satellite imagery, farmers can gain insights into crop health, soil conditions, and deforestation trends.

Leaders who can balance decisive action with emotional conviction will be the ones who drive Indonesia forward.

Mearsheimer’s theory, which emphasizes the need for states to maximize power to ensure survival in an international system, aligns well with Prabowo’s worldview.

Indonesia's leadership in ASEAN serves as both an asset and a vital strategy for addressing threats from the US and China.

Prabowo’s massively expanded cabinet is no doubt designed not for efficiency but rather as a feast to reward those who supported him and to welcome those who joined him afterwards to make his ship sail smoothly.

For a politician who came from such humble beginnings, Jokowi managed to carve out an extraordinary career in politics by elbowing his way to the top, subjugating even the most powerful vested interests in Jakarta and rising above the rest to become a towering figure in national politics.

According to research by PT SMF, every Rp 1 trillion invested in the housing sector can increase GDP by Rp 1.9 trillion, reduce poverty by up to 6,017 people and activate 185 other sectors.

As the nation and its people prepare to witness the transition power on Oct. 20, the Javanese system of royal succession holds clues as to what the country can expect in terms of contemporary politics.

While the country has made strides in addressing challenges like maternal mortality, stunting and infectious diseases, data shows that NCDs such as IHD, stroke and diabetes have become the leading causes of death and disability.