Geopolitics
Explore the global forces shaking the world and their ripple effects on Indonesia’s destiny.
FM Sugiono joins the rally, reaffirms support for Palestine
Indonesia Foreign Minister Sugiono reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to the Palestinian cause during a mass rally held at Jakarta’s National Monument (Monas) on Sunday, August 3, 2025.
Indonesia welcomes UK’s plan to recognize the State of Palestine
Indonesia has expressed strong support for the United Kingdom's decision to officially recognize the State of Palestine this September, a move seen as a significant step toward achieving full Palestinian statehood and advancing the two-State solution.
BMKG terminates tsunami early warning following M8.7 Kamchatka earthquake
The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has terminated the tsunami early warning issued in response to the magnitude 8.7 undersea earthquake that struck off the eastern coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday, July 30, 2025.
Tsunami warning issued for Eastern Indonesia upon powerful M8.7 Russia quake
The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) issued a tsunami warning on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 following a powerful magnitude-8.7 undersea earthquake that struck off the eastern coast of Kamchatka Peninsula, Russia, earlier in the day.
SBY addresses public lectures, voices concerns on pressing global issues
Sixth president of Indonesia, Susilo Bambang Yudhooyono (SBY), held a public lecture on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, commenting on world affairs in the spotlight and voicing concerns on pressing global issues.
SBY: Gaza crisis, a threat of dehumanization in global conflict
Former Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (SBY) expressed deep concern over the humanitarian situation in Gaza and Palestine, emphasizing that it is exacerbating the phenomenon of dehumanization in global geopolitics.
Malaysian PM Anwar acknowledges knowing fugitive businessman Riza Chalid
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed his acquaintance with controversial businessman Mohamad Riza Chalid, who is reportedly being sought by Indonesian authorities in connection with a corruption investigation into the management of crude oil imports and refinery products at state-owned energy company PT Pertamina.
Anwar Ibrahim to visit Indonesia for 13th bilateral consultation with President Prabowo
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is visiting Indonesia on Monday and Tuesday, July 28-29, 2025 for the 13th Annual Consultation between Malaysia and Indonesia.
Indonesia welcomes France recognition of Palestine, asks others to follow
The Indonesian government welcomes French President Emmanuel Macron’s decision to officially recognize the State of Palestine, calling the move as a positive measure towards achieving a just and lasting peace in the Middle East.
Nations condemn Knesset's approval to impose sovereignty over West Bank
A joint coalition of countries and organizations, including Indonesia, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Arab Legue and the OIC, has issued strong statement condemning the Israeli Knesset's recent approval of a declaration calling for the imposition of Israeli sovereignty over the occupied West Bank.
RI affirms data protection in U.S. trade deal, assures security for cross-border transfers
The Indonesian Ministry of Communications and Digital Application has affirmed that the recently announced trade agreement with the United States will not lead to unrestricted personal data transfers, but instead establishes a legal, safe, and accountable framework for cross-border data governance.
UN chief declares fossil fuels “outdated,” urges global shift to clean energy
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres declares that fossil fuel era is “teetering and failing” and asks all nations to accelerate a just and inclusive transition to clean energy, calling it the “biggest economic opportunity of the 21st century.”