Geopolitics
Explore the global forces shaking the world and their ripple effects on Indonesia’s destiny.
Indonesia explores crude oil imports and energy cooperation with Russia
Indonesia is opening its door for crude oil imports from Russia, following high-level discussions during President Prabowo Subianto’s recent visit to Moscow.
Danantara eyes S. Korea collaboration to boost Indonesia’s global media presence
Indonesia’s state investment management body BPI Danantara has expressed interest in forming a strategic partnership with South Korea in media and entertainment industry, aiming to learn from the country's global cultural success and boost international visibility of Indonesian culture.
Govt begins phased citizens evacuation from Iran amid escalating tensions
The government has begun the phased evacuation of its citizens from Iran, amid growing regional instability.
Government poised to appoint new ambassador to U.S. after two-year vacancy
The government is set to fill one of its most critical diplomatic posts, nearly two years after the ambassadorial seat in Washington, D.C. was left vacant.
PIS monitors geopolitical risks, eyes maritime revitalization with PT PAL
The shipping arm of state-owned oil and gas giant, Pertamina International Shipping (PIS), is closely monitoring developments in critical maritime routes while preparing contingency strategies to ensure continued energy security.
Pertamina reroutes oil tankers amid escalating Iran-Israel conflict
State energy company PT Pertamina has rerouted its crude oil shipments from the Middle East to Indonesia as tensions between Iran and Israel escalate, raising the prospect of a full closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
U.S.-Iran conflict threatens Indonesia’s economy, Expert warns
Rising tensions between the United States and Iran pose a serious threat to Indonesia’s economic stability, said Syafruddin Karimi, an economist at Padang-based Andalas University.
Indonesia calls for OIC to be firmer on Palestine, multilateral reform
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono asked the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to adopt a firmer and more assertive stance in defending international law and revitalizing multilateralism during the 51st OIC Council of Foreign Ministers in Istanbul on Saturday, June 21, 2025.
President Prabowo calls for strategic collaboration at SPIEF 2025
President Prabowo Subianto emphasized the importance of strategic collaboration and reaffirmed Indonesia’s commitment to an independent and active foreign policy during his address at the plenary session of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) 2025 on Friday, June 20, 2025.
Indonesia-Russia strategic MoU exchange, a new phase in partnership
Indonesia and Russia sealed a number of agreements in a ceremony held at the Konstantinovsky Palace, St. Petersburg, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, opening a new chapter in bilateral partnership, spanning across education, transport, digital development, and strategic investment.
President Prabowo thanks Russia for supporting Indonesia’s full BRICS membership
President Prabowo Subianto, who is on a State visit to Russia, expressed profound gratitude to the Russian government for facilitating Indonesia’s full membership in BRICS.
Countries condemn Israeli attacks on Iran, call for immediate ceasefire
Indonesia, alongside 23 other Muslim-majority nations, issued a joint statement condemning Israel’s military assault on Iran and called for an immediate ceasefire to prevent further destabilization in the Middle East.