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A call for military reformation and preservation of public safety

Over the years, there has been a growing trend of internal military politics influencing the selection and rotation of high-ranking officers.

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Waging peace amid perpetual conflicts

Diplomacy and dialogue are unfortunately incorrectly perceived as signs of weakness and lack of resolve. ...

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Indonesia's supply chain position amid tariff turmoil

The world is in need of new locations for production and distribution, and Indonesia has great potential. ...

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We are the ocean: High stakes for the blue planet

More than ever before, we must make sure that multilateral action is equal to the challenges of protecting the ocean.

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ASEAN and the Andaman Sea Crisis: Lessons still unlearned

Ten years on, little has changed. ASEAN still lacks a regional asylum framework or coherent protection mechanism.

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What civil society must do now to defend Indonesia’s future

Alarming signals indicate a disaster for our democracy is unfolding fast. Civil society must take action lest the worst premonitions become reality.

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Iran, Indonesia strengthen bonds amid challenges

In the face of such oppression, Muslim nations are called upon to rise in solidarity and action.

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Hidden job crisis behind the falling unemployment rate

A rising wave of layoffs and the persistent expansion of informal and precarious jobs suggest that headline figures alone are no longer sufficient to understand the state of labor market.

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Will nickel be Indonesia’s trump card?

Trade talks will mean balancing the US need for critical minerals and the Indonesian desire to develop its domestic processing.

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Reevaluating Indonesia’s air defense concept: A lesson from India-Pakistan conflict

The procurement of advanced fighters will only carry strategic value if the country is able to deploy them freely and effectively in its critical air zones.

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Norms have changed in South Asia, future deescalation is much harder

Tensions in South Asia have been taken down a notch with news of a ceasefire but the conditions for future escalations remain, and mechanisms for peace appear to have been diminished.

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Centering women, youth and indigenous peoples for ocean justice

The local wisdom of sustainable fishing practices shows that real ocean solutions come from those often excluded from decision-making. 

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Indonesian banking credit prospects amid economic slowdown

Weak purchasing power, a declining middle class, widespread layoffs and falling consumer expectations have led to a decrease in the demand for goods.

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The May 1998 riots: Justice delayed is justice denied

The state’s persistent inaction on the Trisakti shooting and the riots of May 1998 has fostered public perceptions of impunity and abandonment.

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Letter to the editor: Russian ambassador responds

The Russian ambassador has responded to the views of a Ukrainian diplomat, published in an op-ed piece on May 9,  on the Soviet Union's collective World War II victory and Russia’s current actions in Ukraine.

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In pursuit of virtue: When machines make human decisions

Can machine-made decisions truly reflect the values we hold dear?

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Charting a constructive path for Indonesia-China ties

As Indonesia navigates global uncertainty, pragmatic and principled engagement with China can help strengthen its future  without sacrificing autonomy.

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US-China trade deal is no cause for celebration

The Geneva tariff deal may offer short-term relief, but it should not be misread as tariffs remain high and strategic rivalry continues.

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Why an American Pope?

Though inherently a religious process guided by a divine hand and absent of political interventions, the election of a new pope reflects the state of the world, as history has shown.

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G20 is too elite. Economists can be a fix

The G20 has an important role to play in global affairs. But its lack of representation and informal way of working need to be fixed first.

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Essay competition: ‘Rethinking work: Driving sustainable growth in the digital age’

The winning essay will be published in both the print and online editions of The Jakarta Post and will be announced during the Cultural Night at the 51st IFTDO World Conference & Exhibition 2025.

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Middle powers in the US-China trade war

To take advantage of the situation and maintain their autonomy, middle powers will need to pursue multilateral cooperation.

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Paving the way for promoting a resilient Indonesian tourism brand

Although the national tourism development strategy is included in the 2025–2029 development plan, practical and detailed strategic planning remains absent.

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Southeast Asia must lead in fighting neglected tropical diseases

The fight against neglected tropical diseases is a fight for equity, productivity and long-term security. Southeast Asia can lead the way.

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Protecting forests through taxonomy for sustainable finance

Given the limited competence of financial institutions in conducting sustainability assessments, the availability of a clear, credible and scientific guide is an important catalyst.

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Securing the relevance of Asia-Pacific cooperative frameworks amid tariff wars

ASEAN and its dialogue partners have been able to describe and lament the risks inherent in the tariff wars but have not been able to put into effect concrete, coordinated steps to avert further crisis.

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Buddhists and Catholics work together to promote peace

A liberating dialogue is necessary among all people, whatever their background, to free us from division, conflict and suffering and foster unity and love through mutual respect for our diverse traditions.

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Earth faces a 'polycrisis': One Buddha is not enough

The multiple crises on multiple fronts we face today requires more than just prayer: All people across the globe need to come together in a well-being economy, where human and ecological well-being are at the heart of development.

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Energy belongs to everyone, so should the transition

The involvement of women and young women in the energy sector can lead to a more transparent and accountable system of energy management.

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The rise of legal innovation: Building future-ready legal departments

In today’s tech-driven business landscape, legal departments are facing increasing challenges in contributing their value to organisations. Conventional processes and paper-based documentation can be time-consuming and prone to errors, as in-house counsels spend considerable time drafting contracts, managing case files, monitoring licensing compliance and conducting research using basic tools like email and word processors.

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