#Diplomacy
Garuda Indonesia eyes 50 Boeing jets as part of expanding U.S. trade pact
National flag carrier Garuda Indonesia is preparing to significantly expand its fleet, aligning with a high-profile trade agreement recently negotiated between President Prabowo Subianto and U.S. President Donald Trump.
Lawmakers urge investment diplomacy as Trump slaps 32 percent tariffs on RI goods
The House of Representatives (DPR) has responded to U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 32 percent import tariff on Indonesian products by urging the government to pursue strategic investment diplomacy, particularly by offering to establish manufacturing operations within the United States.
House Commission I holds 2nd round of Fit-and-Proper tests for ambassadorial nominees
Foreign Affairs and Defense Commission I of the House of Representatives (DPR) held a second round of fit-and-proper test on Sunday, July 6, 2025, for 24 Indonesian ambassadorial candidates, with all evaluations conducted behind closed doors in accordance with House internal regulations.
Brazil’s President says BRICS as heir to Bandung Conference’s non-aligned spirit
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva declared that the BRICS group embodies the spirit of the historic Bandung Conference, which opposed domination by global powers and promoted a multipolar world order.
Prabowo attends 2025 BRICS Summit, affirms RI's role on global stage
President Prabowo Subianto attended the opening of the 2025 BRICS Summit held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Sunday, July 6, 2025, marking a historic moment as Indonesia participates for the first time as a full member of the association.
Govt pursues diplomatic efforts to release Indonesian influencer jailed in Myanmar
An Indonesian national has been sentenced to seven years in prison by Myanmar’s military junta, sparking calls for stronger diplomatic efforts from lawmakers and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Government to conduct fit-and-proper test for U.S, Japan Ambassador nominees
The House of Representatives (DPR) has received namesof government's nominees for ambassadorial posts, in particular the United States, a position that has remained vacant amid mounting geopolitical pressures.
Indonesian citizen detained in Myanmar over alleged rebel links
A young Indonesian national has reportedly been detained by Myanmar’s military junta on suspicion of supporting anti-government rebels, prompting concern from Indonesian lawmakers and calls for immediate diplomatic action.
Indonesia and Malaysia agree on joint development of disputed Ambalat Block
Indonesia and Malaysia have reached a mutual agreement to pursue a joint development approach to address longstanding border disputes, including the contentious Ambalat Block, a commitment made during a bilateral meeting between President Prabowo Subianto and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on Friday, June 27, 2025.
RI urges climate-resilient urban financing, global collaboration at BRICS Forum
Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY), has called for the establishment of targeted financing mechanisms and stronger international cooperation to build climate-resilient cities.
Indonesia pushes climate-resilient housing fund at BRICS urbanization forum
Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY), has called for the creation of a dedicated climate-resilient housing finance mechanism and stronger cross-country collaboration to build cities more resilient to climate change.
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.