Geopolitics and Diplomacy
Explore the global forces shaking the world and their ripple effects on Indonesia’s destiny.
President Jokowi and Prime Minister Kishida Discuss Bilateral Cooperation in Various Fields, Including the Issue of Palestine
President Joko Widodo engaged in a bilateral meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on December 16, 2023, at the Prime Minister's Office in Tokyo.
Indonesia and Australia forge climate and energy partnership for a green transition
Australia's Ambassador to Indonesia, Penny Williams, announced a collaborative climate partnership between Australia and Indonesia. Focused on energy transition for faster achievement of net-zero emissions, the partnership aims to attract investments in climate and clean energy.
Bank Indonesia and Bank of Korea signed MoU on Local Currency Transactions (LCT) to reduce dependence on US Dollar
Bank Indonesia and Bank of Korea agreed to implement the use of local currency in financial and economic transactions or Local Currency Transactions (LCT) starting next year.
Indonesia secures climate collaborations at COP28, inking milestone agreements
Indonesia has marked its presence at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP28, by entering into several groundbreaking agreements focused on emissions reduction.
WTO forms panel to review EU import duties on Indonesian biodiesel
The World Trade Organization's (WTO) dispute settlement body has agreed to form a panel to review the import duties imposed by the European Union (EU) on biodiesel imports from Indonesia.
Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources explores collaboration with South Korea on Carbon Capture and Storage technology in oil and gas industry
The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), is exploring collaboration with South Korea regarding the utilization of Carbon Capture and Storage/Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCS/CCUS) technology in the oil and gas industry.
Bahasa Indonesia officially recognized as an official language in UNESCO general assembly
President Joko 'Jokowi' Widodo expressed pride as Bahasa Indonesia is officially acknowledged for use in the UNESCO General Assembly. The decision was made during the 42nd General Assembly of UNESCO in Paris, France, on November 20, 2023.
Indonesia receives special mandate from OIC and Arab League to stop Gaza Conflict
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Arab League have granted Indonesia a special mandate, along with other countries, to work towards ending the conflict in Gaza. This mandate was issued following an extraordinary meeting of OIC leaders to discuss efforts to halt the war in the Gaza Strip, Palestine.
The Provincial Government of West Nusa Tenggara signed sister city agreement with Australia's Northern Territory highliting several potential sectors
The government of West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) signs a sister province agreement with Australia's Northern Territory in a significant move for regional cooperation.
Indonesia aims for 40% Southeast Asian foreign investment given its large economy contribution in ASEAN
Airlangga Hartarto, the Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs targets 40% of Southeast Asian foreign direct investments (FDI) to flow into Indonesia, building on the country's robust economic performance.
Iwan Suwito address housing shortages in Australia as it battles with immigration
Australia is grappling with a housing backlog as a million immigrants arrive. Iwan Sunito, CEO of One Global Capital, shares insights into the situation.
Netherland provides EUR 105 million grant to Indonesia to support sustainable and inclusive public projects
The Netherlands has approved a grant in the amount of EUR 105 million, equivalent to around IDR 1.7 trillion.