Geopolitics
Explore the global forces shaking the world and their ripple effects on Indonesia’s destiny.
Macron’s visit yields 21 strategic Indonesia-France agreements
French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Indonesia marked a historic milestone in bilateral relations, with the signing, showcasing, and announcement of 21 strategic agreements across various sectors.
Indonesia-France committed to strengthened partnership through 2050
French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Indonesia has resulted in a renewed commitment to deepen bilateral ties, as he and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto agreed on a long-term strategic vision extending to 2050.
Indonesia-Sweden sign four MoUs to boost medical cooperation, innovation
Indonesia and Sweden have signed four memorandums of understanding (MoUs) covering key areas of the healthcare sector.
Prabowo: Indonesia ready to support Palestine through peacekeeping, medical aid
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto reaffirmed Indonesia's unwavering support for the Palestinian people and expressed readiness to play an active humanitarian role in the region, including the deployment of peacekeeping forces and the provision of medical assistance.
Prabowo proposes PNG's membership in ASEAN at Kuala Lumpur Summit
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto made a strategic proposal to expand membership of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) by supporting the inclusion of Papua New Guinea (PNG) as a full member state at the opening of the 46th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Indonesia expresses concern over U.S. Immigration policy on Harvard
The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has voiced concern over a recent U.S. immigration policy that could bar Harvard University from accepting international students, potentially affecting 87 Indonesian students currently enrolled at the prestigious institution.
Prabowo calls for stronger, more adaptive ASEAN amid global shifts
President Prabowo Subianto delivered his first address at the ASEAN Summit as head of state, calling for a more adaptive and outcome-oriented ASEAN to respond to rapid geopolitical changes and great power rivalries.
Borobudur readied for Macron’s visit
The government is making final preparations to host French President Emmanuel Macron in his three-day State visit from May 27 to 29, 2025, with a symbolic tour of Borobudur Temple in Magelang, Central Java, being among the highlights of the itinerary.
Indonesia-China sign landmark agreements to boost bilateral ties, regional peace
The governments of Indonesia and China have signed four Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) in the field of economic development in a ceremony held at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on Sunday, May 25, 2025 and was witnessed by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Chinese Premier Li Qiang.
Gold prices volatile amid U.S. fiscal concerns, geopolitical tensions: Analyst
Gold prices (XAU/USD) exhibited heightened volatility throughout the week, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions, shifting U.S. fiscal dynamics, and mixed economic data, an analyst says.
Indonesia condemns Israeli attack on diplomats during official West Bank visit
Indonesia has strongly condemned the shooting by Israeli forces at a group of European, American, Asian and African diplomats on an official tour in the occupied West Bank on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.
RI-Australia agree to deepen comprehensive strategic partnership
Indonesia and Australia have agreed to strengthen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in economic, regional, and global spheres following a bilateral meeting between President Prabowo Subianto and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on Thursday, May 15, 2025.