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TNI modernization moves beyond procurement
The centralization of the MRO system under the Defense Ministry and the restructured Defense Logistics Agency has created strong momentum toward enhancing readiness, balancing modernization with maintenance for military capabilities that correspond to today’s volatile geopolitical environment.
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Indonesia can support two-state solution without recognizing Israel
Indonesia and Israel already maintain trade relations despite the absence of diplomatic ties, showing that Indonesia can treat Israel’s existence as a fait accompli. ...
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The making or breaking of democracy
An international group focusing on safeguarding our freedoms and rights, supported by dozens of Nobel laureates, shines a light of hope against the shadow of democratic backsliding that is falling over human societies across the globe. ...
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Indonesia: Guardian of world peace
While the Indonesian Military (TNI) is naturally at the forefront of Indonesia’s peacekeeping identity, it is crucial to recognize that the National Police also play a significant role.
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Indonesia's defense overstretch dilemma
Transforming Indonesia's Defense Ministry into a "War Ministry" could refocus the TNI on combat readiness by delegating non-military tasks to civilians.
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Parasites at the nation’s table
The free nutritious meal program is another link in the chain of systemic parasitism, through which well-connected figures and business entities fatten themselves at human and moral costs, this time affecting our youngest and most vulnerable.
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US dollar still dominates foreign exchange markets despite Trump’s economic chaos
History tells us that dominant currencies change slowly.
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The complex financial landscape transformation
We are undergoing complex, multidimensional simultaneous, interactive systems change
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The only way is up: Why EU-ASEAN trade is headed for success
Trump’s sweeping tariffs have arguably spurred both regions into action, with governments quickly realizing the need to secure reliable and long-lasting trade partnerships amid rising protectionism and shifting alliances.
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Asia demands a new playbook for philanthropy, collaboration and leadership
The convergence of climate change, food insecurity, technological disruption and conflict is creating a series of overlapping shocks that exacerbate one another, striking hardest at Asia’s most vulnerable communities.
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Graduate unemployment, what has gone wrong?
Indonesia needs a model that values skilled workers, fair compensation and sustainable growth, which allows businesses to strengthen the economy while fostering loyalty and creativity among young professionals.
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Can school become a safe place for children?
Enhancing social safety within the school requires not only the increase of knowledge but also teaching awareness and skills.
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When Washington denies, Jakarta commits
Prabowo and Trump are populist leaders, yet their positions on the issue of climate crisis could not be more sharply opposed.
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How the world can resolve the Rohingya crisis
Myanmar is fractured, the Arakan Army has little incentive to compromise without external guarantees, and the scars between communities run deep.
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Civilian police, public trust and the Brimob paradox
The new police reform efforts underway since the August-September protests must clearly delineate the steps toward rebuilding a civilian policing institution, in particular redefining the role and functions of the National Police’s paramilitary Brimob unit.
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The 5 big problems with Trump’s Gaza peace plan
There are many outstanding questions about the feasibility of the plan and to what extent it is likely to be successful.
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Why the President must shake up the financial sector
The revised Financial Sector Development and Strengthening (P2SK) Law must expand BI’s KPIs to include productive lending, employment and money supply relative to GDP.
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The unbreakable Indonesia-India bond
With their shared history and values, collaboration in higher education and research is the next pivotal step in strengthening the long-established bridge between the two countries.
6 months ago
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How to explain US’ 4 percent growth and no jobs
As we enter the final quarter of a turbulent 2025, one of the biggest puzzles of the moment is how the US economy is growing at almost 4 percent without creating any jobs.
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Faith and corruption: Why morality starts in early childhood
One way to tackle the country's endemic corruption is investing in early childhood, when fairness and empathy are wired in the brain.
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The rice obsession: Why Indonesia must break the cycle
Rice is politically central but economically stagnant, consuming vast fiscal resources while failing to deliver prosperity for farmers or affordable food for consumers.
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Letter to Editor: Thai ambassador responds
Thailand’s ambassador to Indonesia rebuts The Jakarta Post’s Sept. 15 editorial, arguing it oversimplifies the nation’s politics, stressing the resilience of Thai democracy, the non-political role of the monarchy, the independence of its institutions and Thailand’s constructive role in ASEAN.
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Do or die for the United Nations
The organization is marking its anniversary in a world scarred by brutal and widespread conflicts, deep inequalities and injustice, flagrant violations of human rights and looming existential threats.
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Pancasila in the digital age: Reclaiming Indonesia’s ethical compass
Pancasila acts as a moral guidance to make sure development serves humanity, unity honors diversity, and democracy is guided by wisdom.
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Has Japan already capitulated in the great global AI race?
Japan, long proud of its status as a science and technology leader, is lagging behind its competition so much that it is poised to suffer its greatest defeat since World War II.
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Bali’s sustainability paradox: From overtourism to net zero
Bali projects an image of sustainability while its economy rests heavily on over-tourism, straining land, water and energy, depending on fossil-fueled generators.
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How Indonesia can navigate the new world order in the making
Indonesia must preserve its strategic autonomy to balance relations among major powers, mitigate potential risks and safeguard its national interests amid growing uncertainty.
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Mass food poisoning a momentum to overhaul MBG program
From a human rights perspective, the free nutritious meal program is part of the state's obligation to uphold people's right to food, rather than a charity activity.
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Raminten Cabaret: An oasis of diversity and creativity
Nia Dinata's documentary Raminten Universe offers a moment to reflect on how we, as a people and a nation, could realize our motto Bhinneka Tunggal Ika by embracing an inclusive community that provides a safe space for all.
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MBG: Rushed policy, preventable tragedy
A well-intentioned policy has devolved into a public health tragedy because it was rolled out hastily, without a solid foundation.
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