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Joko Widodo

Prabowo’s coalition set to sweep regional polls, Jakarta slipping away

Opposition-backed candidate Pramono Anung is leading in the election for the Jakarta gubernatorial seat based on quick-count results.

29 Nov 2024 - 5:22PMvideocam

Indonesia

‘Jokowi still wants action’: Indonesia polls a test of ex-leader’s clout

22 Nov 2024 - 3:13PMvideocam

The Philippines

Indonesia condemned her to death. But soon she’ll return home to the Philippines

20 Nov 2024 - 5:06PMvideocam

Indonesia

Indonesian VP Gibran’s new complaint desk reels in support, scepticism

Some social media users have urged the vice-president to use existing tools or institutions to better address issues across Indonesia.

17 Nov 2024 - 5:30PMvideocam

Gibran Rakabuming Raka conducts an impromptu visit to meet residents and children while distributing books and milk in Jakarta in July. Photo: AFP

US-China relations

Opinion | China or the US? The world need not choose a hegemon

Middle powers from India to Nigeria can lead on many pressing issues and offer a multipolar vision that doesn’t depend on superpowers.

12 Nov 2024 - 8:30PMvideocam

Indonesia

Will Prabowo’s Brics ambitions reshape Indonesia’s ties with Russia and China?

Indonesia’s new president is wasting no time pursuing a more active foreign policy to position his country as a leader of the Global South.

2 Nov 2024 - 12:00PM

Indonesia

Arrest of Widodo critic raises concerns of ‘constitutional hardball’

Former trade chief Thomas Lembong’s arrest over a sugar import graft case marks a tougher anti-corruption stance under Prabowo, analysts note.

1 Nov 2024 - 8:39PMvideocam

Indonesia

As Indonesia’s Prabowo eyes Brics membership, why is rest of Asean ‘anxious’?

Doubts swirl about Asean’s significance for President Prabowo as Indonesia pursues Brics membership – a move his predecessor had ruled out.

30 Oct 2024 - 2:31PM

Indonesia

Anti-Prabowo banner leads to suspension in university, fuelling censorship fears

The university later reversed its decision to suspend three students amid public outrage over its move to stifle freedom of expression.

28 Oct 2024 - 8:01PMvideocam

Indonesia

Editorial | Prabowo important partner for China in times of uncertainty

New Indonesian president, who has pledged not to take sides between Beijing and Washington, looks set to lead way on foreign policy.

24 Oct 2024 - 6:30AM

Indonesia

How Prabowo’s cabinet choices could affect Indonesia’s growth targets, economy

Analysts say Sri Mulyani’s reappointment as finance chief can reassure markets, but warn retaining most of Widodo’s team may affect economic policy.

23 Oct 2024 - 8:15PMvideocam

Indonesia

Indonesia’s Prabowo unveils ‘fat cabinet’

22 Oct 2024 - 12:26PM

Indonesia

Indonesia’s Prabowo unveils ‘fat cabinet’ – will it lead to red tape?

President Prabowo Subianto says his cabinet of 48 ministries, which has 109 members, is representative of people across Indonesia.

21 Oct 2024 - 5:14PMvideocam

Indonesia

Prabowo vows to serve ‘all Indonesians’, China’s Xi hails ‘friendly’ ties

The former defence minister succeeds rival-turned-ally Joko Widodo, whose eldest son was sworn in as Prabowo’s vice president.

20 Oct 2024 - 8:31PMvideocam

Indonesia

‘Capitalist, socialist, we mix’: inside Prabowo’s economic vision for Indonesia

Indonesia’s new president wants 8 per cent growth, free meals for millions and a housing boom. But analysts predict a pro-business agenda.

19 Oct 2024 - 1:00PMvideocam

Indonesia

Asian Angle | Will Indonesia be more assertive on the world stage under Prabowo?

Prabowo Subianto is expected to be more hands-on in managing Indonesia’s foreign policy than his predecessor Joko Widodo.

19 Oct 2024 - 11:30AM

Indonesia

Widodo’s Asean summit ‘snub’ reveals the gaps in Indonesia’s foreign policy

His successor Prabowo Subianto seems indifferent towards the regional bloc as well – raising concerns about Indonesia’s leadership role.

15 Oct 2024 - 10:00AMvideocam

Indonesia

Widodo’s decade in power leaves an Indonesia transformed – but concerned

While Jokowi’s presidency brought growth and modernisation, his last-minute political manoeuvring raised fears of democratic backsliding.

14 Oct 2024 - 9:29AM

Indonesia

President Prabowo: Indonesia’s strongman or steward of Widodo’s legacy?

A military man with populist policies, Prabowo Subianto has pledged to continue Joko Widodo’s vision. Whether he delivers remains to be seen.

12 Oct 2024 - 8:30AM

Indonesia

‘Traumatised’: why a move to revamp Suharto is causing an uproar in Indonesia

Indonesian legislators have removed the dictator’s name from a corruption decree and proposed to award him a national hero status.

3 Oct 2024 - 3:08PM

Indonesia

Joko Widodo’s controversial leadership legacy

27 Sep 2024 - 12:31PM

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Indonesia

Indonesia bags first foreign investment for Nusantara from Chinese developer

Analysts say ‘relatively small’ investment may be new strategy to secure more modest funding, attract expansion opportunities across Indonesia.

27 Sep 2024 - 3:56PMvideocam

Garuda Palace, the future Presidential Palace, and ministerial offices under construction in the new capital city of Nusantara, in August. Photo: Reuters

Indonesia

‘Environmental sin’: Indonesia slammed for reversal on sea sand export ban

Environmental activists warn lifting the ban could devastate marine life and endanger small islands already threatened by erosion.

27 Sep 2024 - 5:34PMvideocam

Indonesia

‘Wake-up call’: will forced labour claims upend Indonesia’s nickel deal with US?

Reports of worker exploitation and accidents threaten a critical minerals deal with the US, driving calls for reform and more oversight.

24 Sep 2024 - 4:41PMvideocam

Indonesia

Corrupt? I was just ‘hitchhiking’ on a friend’s private jet, Widodo’s son says

Kaesang Pangarep visited the office of Indonesia’s anti-corruption agency to reject allegations of wrongdoing over his use of the jet.

18 Sep 2024 - 12:04PM

Indonesia

Indonesians urge US university to scrap grant for Jokowi’s daughter-in-law

Social media users have accused Erina Gudono of using her political connections to join the course and ignoring the recent unrest in Indonesia.

17 Sep 2024 - 6:10PM

Indonesia

US$20 billion Bali project shows Indonesia’s overdependence on China: analysts

The project has also prompted concerns over its funding source and possible traffic jams.

12 Sep 2024 - 12:03PMvideocam

Indonesia

From ‘New Hope’ to ‘Mulyono’: is Joko Widodo’s legacy in jeopardy?

The once-popular president now faces a backlash as allegations of dynasty building cast a pall over his commitment to democracy.

27 Sep 2024 - 12:37PMvideocam

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Joko Widodo

The former governor of Jakarta was elected Indonesian president in 2014 before winning a second term in 2019. Colloquially known as Jokowi, he has cast himself as an economic reformer committed to reducing red tape while also seeking foreign investment for major infrastructure projects. Security issues remain a priority as Indonesia continues to combat Islamic militancy. Widodo will also oversee the movement of the Indonesian capital from Jakarta to a new city in Kalimantan on the island of Borneo.

Born

21 Jun 1961

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Politics

Job Title

Politician

last updated:

7 October, 2024