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How would Prabowo deal with Trump's ‘art of the deal’?
By now Prabowo should have learned a lesson on how to deal with Trump, and he should use these lessons when he has the opportunity until Aug. 1 to negotiate again with Trump to get a better deal.
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Empowering workers: The future of Saudi-Indonesian labor cooperation
With approximately 850,000 Indonesian citizens already living and working in Saudi Arabia, the labor market collaboration between the nations remains a cornerstone of economic and social partnership. ...
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Why US strikes on Iran didn’t eliminate nuclear threat
The US strikes were too limited to eliminate Iran’s capabilities, yet provocative enough to destroy diplomatic bridges painstakingly built over the past two decades. ...
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The beauty of coral reefs is key to their survival
Why do people care about coral reefs? Why does their damage cause such concern and outrage? What drives people to go to great lengths to protect and restore them?
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Great children, strong nation: Building the future from today
This year's National Children's Day and its theme presents an occasion to reflect on how we, as a society, can reflect on the kind of inclusive, supportive and nurturing environment we need to foster to prepare today's children with a view to achieving Golden Indonesia 2045.
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Transforming food systems: A global moment for local impact
Food systems transformation is not just about agriculture, it is about climate, health and economic opportunity.
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Will the Indonesia-US deal boost or blur FDI potential?
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Sekolah Rakyat and our collective commitment
Many Sekolah Rakyat campuses rely on educators transferred from other public schools, potentially exacerbating shortages elsewhere.
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Rethinking Sekolah Rakyat: The case for a decolonial pedagogy
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Why markets may soon call Trump's tariff bluff
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How consumer rights are protected in financial transactions
The critical role of consent in financial transactions and how Indonesian regulations are working to protect consumers are pressing issues in the increasingly digital world.
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Fall of a tech darling: Nadiem and the Chromebook graft scandal
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Global banking rules are failing emerging markets
Building resilient and sustainable economies will require transformational investments across the developing world in infrastructure, technology, health and education.
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US–Indonesia deal: Cooperation or exploitation?
2024 trade data shows Indonesia’s top exports to the US remain concentrated in sectors particularly vulnerable to Washington’s protectionist impulses.
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Ishiba’s NATO absence a strategic misstep
Shigeru Ishiba’s decision not to personally attend represents a missed opportunity to strengthen ties with Europe at a time when Japan's strategic thinking is increasingly turning toward this region.
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Can ethical business mandates boost Indonesia's digital economy?
As data and technology expand access to goods and services, lawmakers and regulators must ensure it will deliver long-term well-being and not just short-term profits.
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Indonesia is out of step with global arms race
In a world rearming rapidly amid rising geopolitical tensions, Indonesia’s restrained defense spending and fragmented military modernization efforts raise questions about its readiness.
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When no one leads, everyone loses: Breaking stalemate in industrial decarbonization
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Strength through trust, growth through cooperation: Indonesia, Australia on global stage
Indonesia and Australia need to stay focused on the long-term foundations of growth: productivity, fiscal sustainability and resilience.
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Freedom of panorama: How to keep public spaces truly public
In today's digital world, copyright can be unknowingly infringed through user generated content featuring protected works.
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Indonesia and Australia’s shared regional futures
The ties between Australia and Southeast Asia, and particularly Indonesia, are growing deeper and more strategic by the day.
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Indonesia’s trade deal with the US needs ASEAN and more
Bilateral deals may offer tactical wins, but durable stability will come from joint rules, shared mechanisms and sustained regional coordination.
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The Sino-American battle for brains
Beijing's ongoing efforts to develop and deliver quality higher education and Washington's assaults on universities and international students could leave long-lasting, far-reaching impacts beyond the lecture hall vis-à-vis the great power rivalry between the two countries.
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The silent threat to Indonesia’s budget sustainability
The seemingly positive fiscal trajectory hides a deeper vulnerability: the growing burden of debt servicing, which is steadily consuming a significant portion of the government’s revenue and narrowing its fiscal space.
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How can inclusion work if it leaves people out?
With the rise of digital financial services, people with disabilities face challenges and gaps when they attempt to access financial products.
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Sodium batteries: The second chance we shouldn’t miss
The government's tunnel vision as regards our vast nickel reserves vis-à-vis the country's EV ecosystem development is blinding it to an equally efficient, effective and more eco-friendly energy alternative that is beginning to gain global ground: sodium-ion batteries.
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Europe and Southeast Asia champion multipolar global order
More opportunities are needed for ASEAN and the EU to engage in strategic discussions on common interests, ranging from trade and climate action to the complex situation in the South China Sea.
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Guns, goals and growth: Indonesia, France boost defense ties
In the wake of global tensions, Indonesia must be able to enhance its independence and long-term resilience, which can be achieved through partnerships with major powers like France.
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The ever-evolving 'Trump doctrine' and the fight for US strategy
There is growing divisions within the administration over the future use of US military force.
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Indonesia–EU CEPA: A strategic leap toward global trade leadership
By investing in green infrastructure, renewable energy and eco-friendly production as a consequence of the IEU-CEPA, Indonesia can transform its economy while meeting global expectations.
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- Two Chinese nationals die in Bali boat accident
- White House to target banks over alleged discrimination
- British, Colombian drug convicts released after receiving amnesty
- Japan to export used destroyers to Philippines to deter China
- Cambodia and Thailand agree to ASEAN observers to ensure ceasefire holds
- Indonesia, Singapore boost defense ties amid global uncertainty
- Speak boldly, Indonesia
- RI doubles down on lithium imports to power EV ambitions
- Australian man arrested for stealing, burning car in Bali
- Pardons and power plays
