A young person walks through a tunnel near Jl. Kendal during afterwork hours in Jakarta on July 11, 2023. A survey in 2022 showed that young people, specifically Gen Zs, in Indonesia experience the most mental health problems, with over 59 percent out of 1,870 respondents.

Addressing mental health and building resilience in education

While support should be available for those who need it, it’s equally important to develop persistence and a mindset that allows students to adapt and grow.

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Jokowi weakens civil society, Prabowo should reverse course

The Jokowi administration has used two additional strategies to weaken civil society: Repression and co-option, reminiscent of the New Order era. ...

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Southeast Asia, an unfriendly region for environmental defenders

Defending the environment is a precarious occupation in Southeast Asia, where kidnapping and abuse against human rights activists across all fields is as commonplace as businesses flouting environmental protections, often in cahoots with law enforcement. ...

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All night long: Fans follow the tunes of musician Alan Walker during his Walker World Asia Tour Part 1 concert in Jakarta on June 8, 2024.

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'Eventonomics' as a new perspective on growth

As Taylor Swifit's concert across the strait in Singapore showed, Indonesia needs to jump on the "eventonomics" bandwagon and focus on elevating music and arts events as economic drivers, not a mere "side dish".

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Simple food: A woman takes a look at instant foods on offer in a supermarket in Cikutra, Bandung, West Java, on Sept. 3, 2024.

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Pros and cons of halal certification: A historical reflection

Halal food products are not enough if they are not enhanced with good nutritional and healthy content.

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Routine check: Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) officers conduct a routine field check on a snack shop in Batang regency, Central Java on April 4, 2023.

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Strengthening Indonesia’s reputation in food and drug supervision

One of the biggest challenges facing Indonesia’s pharmaceutical industry is its dependence on imported raw materials.

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Gearing up: Workers clean the road near a construction site on Aug. 16, 2024, a day before the country's 79th Independence Day, in the new capital city of Nusantara, in East Kalimantan.

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Indonesian sovereign wealth fund should be politically independent

Building infrastructure, however, is costly and risky as it requires huge capital and might be unprofitable.

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Students eat lunch during the trial of free meals program at the SD Kedaleman IV state elementary school in Cilegon, Banten, on Aug. 21, 2024. The newly established National Nutrition Agency will oversee the implementation of the program, which is part of president-elect Prabowo Subianto's campaign promise during the 2024 presidential election.

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Hunger, poverty: A global crisis in an age of abundance

Hunger is the most degrading of human deprivations, an attack on life and an affront to freedom.

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This handout photo released by Boeing on Aug. 22, 2023, shows Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto sitting in the cockpit of an F-15EX jet on Aug. 21, 2023, following the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Indonesian Air Force and Boeing officials at the company's St Louis facility. Indonesia and US aircraft manufacturer Boeing have agreed a deal for the sale of two dozen F-15EX fighter jets as Southeast Asia's biggest economy moves to modernize its fleet, Jakarta's defense minister said on Aug. 22.

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A Faustian bargain? Indonesia's choice between morality and military might

Indonesia's growing military ties with the US — a key ally of Israel — has raised questions about the implications for its foreign policy stance, especially its support for Palestine.

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Indonesian Navy warships KRI Sutedi Senoputra-378 (left) and KRI Teuku Umar-385 set sail on Jan. 9, 2020 from Ranai Naval Base on Natuna Island, the Riau Islands, to take part in an exercise in the North Natuna Sea.

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Harnessing historical narratives for national pride, unity

Narratives that draw on a country's history and tradition are proving a powerful tool in contemporary policies, and Indonesia has a wealth of literature it can reference, such as the Jayabaya Prophecies, in constructing a narrative of national unity and global influence toward its promised golden age.

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Hundreds of visitors form a line to fill out application forms at a booth during a job fair in West Java, in this undated file photo published in 2018.

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Balancing workplace flexibility and stability for Gen Z

Companies can take a variety of approaches that focus on adaptability to meet the expectations of Gen Zers, which will ultimately attract top talent while ensuring long-term workforce stability.

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Workers transport palm oil fruit on a boat on Aug. 13, 2022, from plantations along the Kampar River to processing plants in Kampar, Riau.

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Clarification on commodity dashboard

Land ownership information is already included in the e-STDB system, and Indonesia recognizes various types of land ownership.

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Closer to home: A man looks at a photo of the sea wall in Pluit, North Jakarta, on May 21, 2024, during a photography exhibition at theErasmus Huis in Jakarta. The photo shows how the wall has been ineffective in preventing flooded caused by rising tides.

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How can urban planning and design avert Jakarta flooding

Expected to cost US$40 billion over 30 years, the imagined giant sea wall would divert funds from the housing crisis for existing residents and the thousands moving to Jakarta each year.

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Join forces: Supporters gather on Aug. 19, 2024 for the announcement of Ridwan Kamil of Golkar Party and Suswono of the Prosperous Justice Party (PKS) as respective gubernatorial and deputy gubernatorial candidates in the Jakarta election in November.

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Evaluating PKS's strategy: Pragmatism vs idealism

Remaining in the opposition would allow the PKS to persist in offering policy alternatives and preserving its ideological consistency, which has long been part of its political identity.

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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim talks with President-elect Prabowo Subianto in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on April 4, 2024.

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Understanding Anwar from the Islamic international relations lens

Anwar has always attempted to be relevant in the Islamic world and the conventional mold of the Westphalian nation states.

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Bank Indonesia (BI) continues to look for the right formula to deal with growing uncertainty in the financial sector.

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Artificial intelligence in the financial sector: A double-edged sword

AI-powered chatbots and virtual assistants improve the customer experience, offering 24/7 support and handling routine inquiries, ultimately enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim (right) greets visiting Indonesian president-elect Prabowo Subianto at Istana Negara Palace in Kuala Lumpur on Sept. 7. Prabowo toured five ASEAN countries from Sept. 5 to Sept. 7.

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Imagining Prabowo’s ASEAN and Indo-Pacific strategy

Given ASEAN's history, Indonesia is expected to take the lead, and even open more innovative ways to achieve reforms.

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Rush hour: Commuters wait for their train at the Tanah Abang railway station in Jakarta on Aug. 18, 2020, during the implementation of a physical distancing policy to fight the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The misguided plan to scrap public transport subsidy

In the case of the Commuter Line pricing system, the subsidy scheme is not only to serve the public good, but also to amplify the positive externalities of using public transportation, including less air pollution and less traffic congestion.

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Mass observance: A priest gives Holy Communion to the faithful during a Mass led by Pope Francis at Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium in Jakarta on Sept. 5, 2024.

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Pope Francis’s visit debunks the 'clash of civilizations' narrative

The messages of Pope Francis and the example of Indonesia show the world and all people in it that different views and beliefs can promote harmony in diversity, so long as we all make an conscious effort to work together toward it.

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President Joko “Jokowi“ Widodo (right) and Pope Francis arrive for a meeting on Sept. 4, 2024, following a ceremonial welcome at the veranda of the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta. Pope Francis' grueling tour of the Asia-Pacific got into full swing on Sept. 4, with the 87-year-old appearing in good health and strong spirits as he met President Jokowi.

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Pope Francis' visit: A call for unity and environmental stewardship

Pope Francis’ visit brings attention to these pressing issues and calls for stronger environmental policies to protect Indonesia’s natural resources and the communities that depend on them.

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Two buses operated by Jakarta-owned bus operator Transjakarta pass through Jl. Sudirman on Dec. 22, 2023, in Jakarta.

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Jakarta’s lesson learned: Advancing metro cities

Good urban planning, innovative financing and infrastructure investment prioritization promise a mutual solution to climate change and social inequity.

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Elementary school students salute the red-and-white flag during the 79th Independence Day ceremony at the SD Inpres Pasir Dua state elementary school in Jayapura, Papua on Aug. 17, 2024.

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Prudent, long-term grand design key to developing education

For a country as vast as Indonesia, teacher training for new curriculum or any adjustment to national policy change are undoubtedly Herculean tasks.

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President Joko “Jokowi“ Widodo (right) and Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong (left) inspect the guard of honor during a welcoming ceremony at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi on Jan. 12, 2024.

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Indonesia, Vietnam relations: Shared vision and commitment

With a more integrated digital economy, Indonesia and Vietnam can promote cross-border payments and transactions.

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Plant for life: Students plant sago trees on Aug. 20, 2024 in Sagu Bityai Pai Sabron Yaru village in Jayapura regency, Papua, as part of the commemoration of the 79th anniversary of Indonesia’s independence.

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Beyond simple fixes in the fight against climate change

While electrification of transportation has the potential to reduce emissions and improve air quality, the benefits are often limited to wealthier communities who can afford electric vehicles (EVs).

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Chinese Premier Li Qiang (left, seated) attends the 26th ASEAN-China Summit on Sept. 6, 2023 during the 43rd ASEAN Summit in Jakarta.

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Tilt toward China? Not happening wholesale in ASEAN

The metadiscourse about whether ASEAN countries are pro-China fails to consider that it is a regional trading bloc focusing on "cultural and social-economic cooperation", not a military alliance.

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Seeking justice: Dimas Yemahura Al Farauq, a lawyer for the family of Dini Sera Afriyanti, shows on Aug. 6, 2024 documents that he claimed proved Dini was murdered by Gregorius Ronald Tannur, who was acquitted by a court.

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The endless pursuit of a fair criminal justice system

The Surabaya District Court’s verdict reveals troubling peculiarities; not only in the judgment itself, but also in the manner in which the case was presented.

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Kamisan (Thursday) silent protesters holds posters during a protest in Jakarta on July 4, 2024 demanding a thorough investigation into the death of a 13-year-old boy in Padang, West Sumatra, who was allegedly beaten to death by police officers after being suspected of inciting a brawl.

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Don't play with victims: The quest for true justice in Indonesia

Offering financial compensation, while necessary, is insufficient to address the core injustices if not accompanied by legal and judicial measures.

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Fighting malaria: An officer of the West Kutai Health Agency sprays insecticide inside a classroom on June 1 as part of efforts to prevent malaria from spreading in the East Kalimantan regency.

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Leave no one behind in malaria elimination

Indonesia's disparity in malaria burden underscores the urgent need to reinvigorate the fight, especially in the most difficult-to-reach area.

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Collaborative thinking: Panelists from Indonesia, African nations and global organizations discuss international development cooperation on Sept. 3, 2024 during the second Indonesia-Africa Forum in Nusa Dua, Bali.

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Indonesia’s Africa pivot needs a tailored grand strategy

Indonesians’ attention span regarding foreign policy matters is narrow and limited to its immediate neighborhood.

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A Pertamina employee refills a 3 kilogram LPG canister in South Kalimantan on March 31, 2020.

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Alternative energy sources need developing to reduce LPG imports

Indonesia needs a comprehensive strategy to reduce its reliance on imported LNG that strikes a balance between social, environmental and economic factors in achieving energy self-sufficiency, while contributing to global efforts to combat climate change.

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