Geopolitics and Diplomacy
Explore the global forces shaking the world and their ripple effects on Indonesia’s destiny.
Indonesian Navy to have two Turkish-made rapid missile boats
The Indonesian Navy will soon have two Turkish-made Fast Missile Boats (KCR) to support the existing fleet of six missile boats produced by Indonesian State-owned shipbuilder PT PAL.
U.S. optimistic on Indonesia’s JETP program despite challenges
The United States remains optimistic about the progress of Indonesia's Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), a program aimed at helping the country’s transition away from coal-based energy.
Indonesia to champion carbon emission reductions, trading initiatives at COP29
Indonesia is set to emphasize its achievements in carbon emission reductions and the development of carbon trading mechanisms at the upcoming United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, slated for November 2024.
Indonesia eyes BRICS membership: Opportunities, strategic considerations
Indonesia has formally expressed its interest in joining the BRICS economic bloc, an alliance of emerging economies including Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
Sjafrie, Chinese ambassador discuss strengthened bilateral defense cooperation
Indonesian Minister of Defense, Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, met with Chinese Ambassador to Indonesia, Wang Lutong, at the Indonesian Ministry of Defense in Jakarta, on Thursday, October 24, 2024, discussing concerted measures to strengthen bilateral relations and defense cooperation.
IIF in Stockholm exhibits renewable energy, sustainable infrastructure opportunities
The Indonesian Embassy in Sweden hosted the Indonesia Investment Forum (IIF) at the World Trade Centre, Stockholm, focusing on key investment opportunities in Indonesia.
Sugiono meets with top PLO official at BRICS Plus Summit
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono held a bilateral meeting with Secretary General of the Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO) Executive Committee Hussein Al Sheikh on the sidelines of the BRICS Plus Summit in Kazan, Russia on October 23-24, 2024. In the meeting Sugiono reiterated Indonesia strong commitment to support the Palestinian people’s struggle for freedom.
Sugiono meets, shares information with NDB President at BRICS Plus Summit
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono held a bilateral meeting with President of the New Development Bank (NDB) Dilma Rousseff on the sidelines of BRICS Plus summit in Kazan, Russia on October 23-24, 2024.
Sugiono flies for BRICS Summit in Russia
One day after the inauguration of the Red-and-White Cabinet of President Prabowo Subianto, Foreign Minister Sugiono, on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, flew to Russia for the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, after a brief stopover in Aceh.
EU provides €1 million to address climate-induced displacement in Indonesia
The European Union has allocated €1 million (Rp16.9 billion) to fund the Risk Index for Climate Displacement (RICD) initiative in Indonesia, which is aimed at addressing and reducing the impact of climate-induced displacement.
Indonesia secures Rp479 billion in potential transactions at 21st China-ASEAN Expo
Indonesia showcased its economic prowess at the 21st China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) recently held at the Nanning International Convention and Exhibition Center (NICEC) in Nanning City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, from September 24 to 28, 2024.
IEBF 2024: Strengthening Indonesia-Europe trade ties with new partnerships
The Indonesia-Europe Business Forum (IEBF) 2024, held on Monday, October 7, 2024, produced seven memorandums of understanding (MoUs)/Letter of Intent (LoIs) on cooperation between Indonesian and European companies with a total transaction value of US$11.07 billion (Rp174 billion).