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Politics 3 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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Oligarchic consolidation threat to Golden 2045 vision, LAB 45 says in new book
A newly published book by the Jakarta-based think tank examines eight decades of the country's history through various topics to explore three possible future trajectories, though only one will lead to fulfilling the Golden Indonesia 2045 vision.
Academia 2 months ago
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Stability, criticism and the eroding meaning of Indonesia’s democracy
While Indonesia’s tradition of consensus is celebrated as a cultural jewel, it is increasingly being weaponized to hollow out democratic dissent. The legacy of colonial mentality and elite cooptation has transformed "deliberation" into a tool for maintaining a fragile, uncontested status quo.
Academia 4 months ago
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Succession, oligarchy and power struggles inside the palace
Nearly four months into Prabowo’s second year, the palace is already busy securing the administration's future through oligarchic reorganization while the public still waits for policies to yield tangible results.
Academia 9 months ago
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Reinvigorating the legislature to bolster economic resilience
Comprehensive reform of the legislature guided by the principle of transparency, with an overarching aim to break the link between wealth and policymaking, is key to restoring the spirit of public service and welfare and regaining the people’s trust.
Academia 9 months ago
What’s behind the rioting? And will the much-loathed political elite back down?
The recent protests have evoked memories of the 1998 Jakarta riots, but it remains to be seen how underlying interests related to the police-military rivalry and the oligarchic elite will play out against the demonstrators' anger over genuine socioeconomic and political concerns.
