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Megawati, Jokowi feud intensifies after his dismissal from party

December 24, 2024

The rivalry between the two former presidents quickly entered its new chapter with PDI-P executive Deddy Yevri Sitorus alleging that the former president sought to take over the party from Megawati in the upcoming chairmanship race at its national congress slated for April next year.

President Jokowi removes PDI-P ministers in reshuffle two months before exit

August 19, 2024

Just last month, President Jokowi installed two members of Prabowo’s inner circle as deputy ministers of finance and agriculture, a move that experts said was aimed at ensuring a smooth transition of power but which might pose risks to the economy.

Indonesian President Jokowi tries out palace in proposed new capital

MONDAY, JULY 29, 2024

Indonesian President Joko Widodo spent his first night in the eagle-shaped palace of the country’s proposed new capital Nusantara, ahead of official meetings on July 29, as the outgoing leader works to allay fears about the beleaguered infrastructure project.

Analysis: Jokowi to maintain influence after succession

TUESDAY, MARCH 12, 2024

President Joko ''Jokowi'' Widodo is entering the final months of his second and final term, with presumptive winner Prabowo Subianto set to be inaugurated in October this year. Although he is constitutionally required to leave office after spending the last 10 years at the helm, Jokowi’s influence in the country’s political landscape looks to remain intact for the foreseeable future.

Retail stocks empty as Jokowi distributes rice to 22m families

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2024

As President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo ramped up the rice social assistance program for 22 million poor households in January ahead of the general election, premium rice disappeared from modern retailers.

Prabowo faces policy scrutiny after free-market comments

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2024

On the three occasions that Prabowo Subianto has run for the Indonesian presidency, the former special forces commander has maintained a consistent policy message, he is no fan of economic neo-liberalism and favours a big role in government.

Jokowi retains his political influence in Indonesia with Prabowo as next president

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The third time was indeed the charm for Mr Prabowo Subianto after unofficial results indicated he had won Indonesia’s presidential polls on Feb 14 following two failed attempts for the top job.

Value in neutrality

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 02, 2024

Thomas Lembong’s characterization of Indonesia’s foreign policy as “transactional” makes it sound as if decisions were made ad hoc based on pragmatic considerations, but neutrality or non-alignment is quite a principled position to take.

Indonesia’s deforestation rate off target for 2030 climate goal

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2023

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo recently bragged to other world leaders about Indonesia’s achievements in significantly reducing deforestation, which is helping the country reach its carbon emissions reduction target to tackle the climate crisis.

Jokowi calls on Asean to be ‘captains of our own ship’ amid big-power rivalry

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 05, 2023

Indonesian President Joko Widodo on Tuesday called on Southeast Asian leaders to become bolder, more agile and devise a long-term tactical plan to address growing global challenges.

Jokowi govt sets final Rp 40.6 trillion tranche for Nusantara next year

FRIDAY, AUGUST 18, 2023

The government plans to allocate a staggering Rp 40.6 trillion (US$2.6 billion) in next year’s proposed state budget for the construction of the country’s Nusantara Capital City (IKN) project in East Kalimantan.

Jokowi leaning towards endorsing populist party chairman for president

MONDAY, JUNE 26, 2023

Signs are growing that Indonesian President Joko Widodo is leaning towards endorsing Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto for president in the 2024 polls instead of his own party candidate Ganjar Pranowo.

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