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Opinion 3 months ago
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Analysis: Reforming the National Police beyond the status quo
There is renewed hope for police reform following President Prabowo Subianto’s approval of the police reform committee’s recommendations. Although several points merely preserve the status quo, the recommendations also call for more substantive action, particularly a revision of the 2002 National Police Law.
Academia 4 months ago
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Weakening rupiah: No panic required, professional heads-up urged
As the rupiah grapples with a "perfect storm" of global dollar strength and domestic regulatory uncertainty, Indonesia faces a critical test of market confidence that may require a fresh infusion of professional leadership to resolve.
Academia 4 months ago
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Dismantling the bunker, demilitarizing Indonesian justice
The persistent absence of an updated Military Court Law, one aligned with constitutional democracy to eliminate the isolated nature of military jurisdiction, is a glaring manifestation of a lack of political will. It reveals a weak commitment among policymakers to finalize the military reform agenda.
Academia 4 months ago
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Indonesia’s oil shock response is a matter of a communication failure
Indonesia’s response to the 2026 oil shock is technically sound but narratively broken, leaving sound fiscal moves overshadowed by visible costs. To bridge this gap, the government must move beyond policy design and master the art of transparent, integrated communication to reclaim its credibility.
Opinion 5 months ago
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Analysis: Capital market reform amid persistent structural challenges
The interim freeze by MSCI on Indonesia’s February market status review has shaken the country’s capital market and triggered a wave of reform initiatives. Authorities quickly responded with measures including investigations into past fraudulent trading cases, new disclosure rules and plans to demutualize the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). While these steps signal a stronger reform commitment, fundamental problems remain unresolved, undermining the role of Indonesia’s equity market as a source of long-term financing for economic growth.
Politics 5 months ago
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Pressure for military accountability, reform grows after acid attack on activist
Calls have mounted for accountability and reform of the military as more details emerge surrouding the acid attack on human rights defender Andrie Yunus, after authorities confirmed the involvement of intelligence officers in the incident.
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