Geopolitics and Diplomacy
Explore the global forces shaking the world and their ripple effects on Indonesia’s destiny.
Indonesia repatriates 554 citizens from online scam operation in Myanmar conflict zone
The Indonesian Embassy (KBRI) in Bangkok, Thailand and the Indonesian Embassy in Yangon, Myanmar are coordinating to try to repatriate 554 Indonesian citizens involved in online fraud from the armed conflict area in Myawaddy, Myanmar.
RI-Vietnam elevate ties to comprehensive strategic partnership, target US$18 B trade by 2028
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Secretary General of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Tô Lâm have agreed to upgrade bilateral Indonesia-Vienam relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
UK-Indonesia strengthen ties with new strategic partnership, green investment
British Ambassador to Indonesia, Dominic Jermey, has emphasized the United Kingdom's (UK) commitment in strengthening strategic relations with Indonesia, marking the year 2025 as an important moment for Indonesia and the UK in building a stronger foundation for cooperation.
Zelensky vs. Trump: The critical minerals showdown
In the intricate world of global geopolitics and geostrategy, few meetings carry the weight of the recent encounter between President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine and U.S. President Donald J. Trump. The high-stake meeting held at the White House on Febrary 28, 2025 unveiled the complex interplay of energy strategy, diplomacy, and national security that shapes our contemporary world.
Indonesia’s role in peace creation, denuclearization on the Korean Peninsula
Indonesia’s foreign policy after the first 100 days of the Prabowo Subianto administration has become a widely discussed issue. As a country that upholds bebas aktif (independent and active) foreign policy, Indonesia is expected to play a strategic role in various global issues, including peace on the Korean Peninsula and North Korea's denuclearization efforts.[1] Unlike the previous administration of President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo, Prabowo’s military background, along with his distinct experience and ambitions, could exert an influence on Indonesia’s approach to security diplomacy and regional stability.
Indonesia-Japan strengthen ties on energy transition, AZEC cooperation
Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Airlangga Hartarto, held a meeting on February 21, 2025 with Tadashi Maeda, Chairman of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) and Takio Yamada, Japanese Ambassador for the promotion of the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC), discussing Japan-Indonesia cooperations on energy transition and green economy.
Indonesia-Northern Territory set up partnership on critical mineral supply chain
The Indonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) is collaborating with the Northern Territory (NT) of Australia in strengthening the supply chain of critical and strategic minerals.
35 French firms explore investment opportunities in Indonesia’s energy sectors
A delegation of 35 French companies, represented by the French Business Confederation (MEDEF International), met with Indonesin Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry, Rosan Perkasa Roeslani, in Jakarta on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 to explore investment opportunities in three key sectors: renewable energy, infrastructure, and decarbonization.
MNEK 2025 monument, symbol of maritime diplomacy and world peace
Navy Chief of Staff Admiral Muhammad Ali inaugurated the Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo (MNEK) 2025 Monument at Benoa Harbor, Bali, on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
Danantara set to form JV with UAE, boosting renewable energy and SOEs efficiency
Chairman of the National Economic Council (DEN), Luhut Binsar Panjaitan, reveals that many parties have express interest in establishing a joint venture (JV) with the Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Agency (Danantara), one of them is from the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Indonesia, Czech Republic strengthen defense industry, military technology cooperation
Minister of Defense, Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, met with Czech Defense Minister, Jana Cernochova, at the Indonesian Ministry of Defense, Jakarta, on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, discussing increased defense cooperation, including renewal of Defense Cooperation Agreement (DCA) and strengthening the defense industry.
Trump's EV policy shift sparks concerns for Indonesia's nickel industry, SE Asia's supply chain
U.S. President Donald Trump's policy in revoking electric vehicle (EV) incentives raises concerns on the impact to Indonesia's vital nickel sector, simultaneously creating a domino effect across Southeast Asia's vehicle and other related industries, a report by the South China Morning Post reveals.