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Opinion 1 week ago
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Analysis: Jokowi’s "safari politik": Strategy, motives and political impact
Joko “Jokowi” Widodo’s "safari politik" (campaign tour) since June marks a significant turning point in Indonesia’s post-presidential politics. Although publicly framed as a series of visits to fulfil invitations and meet citizens, the former presidents tour reflects a calculated effort to sustain influence, reorganize political alliances and shape the country’s political future toward the 2029 elections. Rather than a purely symbolic return, the "safari politik" represents a strategic repositioning in a political landscape now led by President Prabowo Subianto.
Politics 2 weeks ago
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Oligarchic consolidation pushes ‘end of Reform’ in Indonesia
The oligarchs have been reconsolidating economic and political power after being fragmented for more than two decades since the democratic reform in the country, as their system of alliances and relationships was never dismantled, political experts have noted.
Politics 1 month ago
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Jokowi to kick off nationwide tour in eastern Indonesia
Through a national political road show, former president Joko ‘Jokowi’ Widodo is aiming to maintain emotional connection with the public, as well as communication with regional leaders, business figures and grassroot groups, his supporter said.
Opinion 5 months ago
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Analysis: Yaqut 10th member of Jokowi cabinet to face graft charges
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has named former religious affairs minister Yaqut Cholil Qoumas a suspect in connection with alleged graft in the administration of the haj pilgrimage in 2024.
Opinion 7 months ago
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Analysis: Cracks in Jokowi's dynasty follow legal, political setbacks
Former president Joko "Jokowi" Widodo is struggling to maintain his political clout in Indonesia. The prolonged controversy surrounding his academic certificate has eroded his credibility, while his clan, once expected to carry on his political legacy, has sought every path to establish meaningful influence. Instead, many of Jokowi's close allies have become entangled in legal troubles, and his sway within President Prabowo Subianto's administration is steadily fading.
Politics 7 months ago
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ProJo’s Budi Arie says he intends to join Gerindra
ProJo leader Budi Arie Setiadi has said he intends to join President Prabowo Subianto's Gerindra Party, in a move that cements one of former president Joko “Jokowi” Widodo’s biggest supporter groups with the Prabowo administration.
Opinion 8 months ago
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Analysis: The ominous ‘Mr. J’: Jokowi's new political home
When the Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) chairman, Kaesang Pangarep, announced the party's new leadership lineup for the 2025-2030 period, a mysterious figure designated only as "Mr. J" was listed as the chief patron, with the full name to be revealed soon. PSI secretary general and Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni explained that the name was being kept secret under Kaesang's instruction.
