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Opinion 6 years ago
Herculean task in sports awaits politician
Indonesia successfully hosted the Asian Games last year, so there are no qualms about its capability of organizing the first ever U-20 soccer World Cup. However, soccer is only one of the sports under Zainudin’s auspices. His bigger mandate is to improve national sports governance. It may seem simple, yet it will require a herculean effort to realize.
Opinion 6 years ago
Despite health minister controversy, health priorities can’t wait
Indeed, what is needed most is closer cooperation with and dedication of all relevant parties to tackle the country’s complex health problems. But the safety of medical treatments is also vital given citizens’ right to safe and effective healthcare services. Terawan’s appointment must not be an excuse to tolerate further breaches of medical ethics.
Editorial 6 years ago
Reinvigorating investment
Luhut, one of Jokowi’s most trusted assistants, is well-known for his no-nonsense management that gets things done, even at the risk of stepping on other ministers’ toes, as long as the action is in line with the government’s policies. His leadership and managerial skills will determine whether the licensing and implementation of investment projects will be greatly expedited.
Opinion 6 years ago
PREMIUM
Delivering structural transformation to Indonesia
Reforms cannot simply be “sent”; they have to be “delivered”. That is what President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo envisions as he embarks on his second term. He will need this determination to achieve one of his biggest priorities this time around: structural reform.
Opinion 6 years ago
When Jokowi has to defend his defense minister
The President’s credibility is at stake, unless he pressed for a thorough verification of Prabowo’s profile before choosing his former contender over other candidates tipped for the post. As a consequence, President Jokowi — as Prabowo’s direct superior — must jump to the defense of his defense minister if the latter faces problems at home and overseas. The President cannot just let Prabowo respond to all those criticisms against him alone as that is what leadership is all about.
Opinion 6 years ago
With Nadiem on board, off toward Gojek nation we go?
The burning questions have gravitated from skeptical — What does he know about education? Wouldn’t it be a waste of talent to put him there? — to sarcastic: Are all young graduates going to become public transportation drivers?
