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250 years of American state capitalism

Time to reckon with one of the great myths of American economic life: that the country’s prosperity was built on laissez-faire capitalism.

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Rethinking how Indonesia funds its universities

Improving lecturers' welfare requires more than raising salaries. It requires rethinking how higher education itself is financed.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (right) and President Prabowo Subianto stroll the grounds of Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Jan. 25, 2025.

The Asian significance of Modi in Indonesia

As Prime Minister Modi heads to Jakarta amid a shifting global order, India and Indonesia are poised to transform their historical ties into a powerhouse strategic partnership spanning everything from missile deals to a new Indo-Pacific democratic alliance.

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Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa's face is displayed on screen during his speech on Dec. 3, 2025, in the main hall of the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) building in South Jakarta.

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Analysis: SAL reversal: Policy flexibility or policy uncertainty?

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa's decision to reverse course on the placement of the budget surplus balance (SAL) warrants closer scrutiny. While the move may reflect policymakers' willingness to respond to changing market conditions, it also raises a more fundamental question: Does frequent policy recalibration strengthen confidence by demonstrating flexibility, or does it undermine the certainty that the financial system depends on?

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A woman walks past the headquarters of state asset fund Danantara on Jl. Jend. Gatot Subroto in South Jakarta on May 6, 2026.

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An unpatriotic proposition

Coming so soon after Indonesia drew a disapproving global eye toward its financial market and economic policymaking, perhaps the legal protections afforded to buyers of Patriot and Merah Putih bonds in the amended law demands a rethink, if not an overhaul.

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Statistics Indonesia (BPS) staff work at the 2020 population census call center room in Jakarta, on Feb. 17, 2020 .The population census, which occurs every 10 years, aims to update data on the country’s demographics, which are crucial to supporting certain policy interventions and combine door-to-door interviews and data gathering and online submission.

What a disallowed goal can teach us about counting a nation

Technology can locate a house, but only human intuition can map the invisible millions driving today’s digital economy.

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In the bag: Visitors examine handcrafted products on display during the third Nusantara Bag Festival (Festara) at City Hall in Surakarta, Central Java, on June 19, 2026. The event gathered creative entrepreneurs and the public to promote appreciation for Indonesian-made bags, strengthen the creative economy and expand market opportunities for small and medium enterprises.

We have the culture. We lack the architecture

Indonesia's soft power gap is an institutional and capital problem, and the business community cannot afford to wait.

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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.

5 months ago

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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