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View all search resultsAt a discussion on Aug. 6 hosted by The Jakarta Post, academics, former military generals and civil society leaders offered mixed views on the nation’s future. Some expressed cautious optimism, while others warned about democratic backsliding. Two additional public figures later contributed their insights individually.
The exhibition takes its title from one of the collaborative sculptures, which depicts three characters working together in a "panjat pinang" competition as it represents the Indonesian spirit of "gotong royong".
Jusuf Wanandi, cofounder and president director of the Post, said he hoped that the strategic investment and partnership would not only bolster the newspaper’s position as a leader in the country’s media landscape, but also enhance its ability to engage with more diverse communities and contribute to positive social impacts.
While the internet, and later social media, have created seismic changes in the media industry by disrupting how news and content are distributed and monetized, if we are to believe proponents of AI, the change that is coming will be even more fundamental.
Forty-one years in print is a rare milestone that only a few national newspapers have crossed, particularly with the rise of social media, which has brought sensationalism to the fore and blurred the line between fact and fiction.
The Jakarta Post has wrapped up two weeks of celebrations surrounding its 40th anniversary, honoring the spirit of democracy and free, independent journalism in Indonesia through a photo exhibition and a series of discussions, workshops and lively events.
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