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In a Fragmenting Global Order, Indonesia and Its Peers Should Lead Through Openness
The future of the Indo-Pacific will not be decided simply in Washington or Beijing -- it will be defined in Jakarta, Tokyo, and beyond, too.Opinion Apr 15, 2026 | 3:46 am
Will War on Iran and Godzilla El-Nino Lead to a Global Food Crisis?
Middle East conflict risks a triple shock to global food: fertilizer supply, energy costs, and climate.Opinion Apr 14, 2026 | 10:16 am
International Cooperation of the Russian Federation in Outer Space
The space domain acquires additional significance for Russia as an instrument for maintaining scientific potential.Opinion Apr 12, 2026 | 1:02 pm
When War Becomes Negotiation
Repeating and escalating threats reveal how war is increasingly used as an instrument of diplomacy.Opinion Apr 8, 2026 | 11:32 am
Jakarta Builds Momentum with Incremental Gains in Mobility and Culture
Jakarta now ranks as the second-safest city in Southeast Asia in the 2026 Global Residence Index Safety Index, behind Singapore.Opinion Apr 7, 2026 | 9:52 am
Indonesia Should Pay Close Attention to China’s 15th Five-Year Plan
China’s new 5-year plan could reshape Indonesia’s energy transition, offering cheaper green tech but risking deeper reliance on fossil fuel.Opinion Apr 1, 2026 | 9:23 pm
What MC14 Reveals About the Future of the WTO
In many ways, MC14 reflected a defining paradox of our time: a multilateral meeting taking place in an increasingly unilateral world.Opinion Apr 1, 2026 | 10:56 am
Fast-Tracking Indonesia’s Green Economy: Harnessing Robust Frameworks and Global Collaboration
Indonesia aims to lead Southeast Asia’s green transition with a Grand Design linking sustainability, investment, and global partnerships.Opinion Mar 31, 2026 | 1:28 pm
The Middle East Conflict: Not a Clash of Civilizations
Not all Muslim-majority countries stand behind Iran, just as not all US allies support Washington and Israel’s military actions.Opinion Mar 27, 2026 | 7:15 am
Global Trade at a Crossroads: Disruption or Structural Shift?
The World Trade Organization still matters, but it now operates alongside intensifying geoeconomic competition.Opinion Mar 19, 2026 | 1:49 pm
Indonesia’s Low-Carbon Future Starts in the Regions
Bappenas has charted a 20-year strategic path to mainstream low-carbon development at the heart of Indonesia's growth model.Opinion Mar 17, 2026 | 4:47 pm
Inclusivity, Innovation and Indonesia’s Decarbonisation Agenda
Every 1% increase in gender equality is associated with a reduction of 0.14 metric tons of carbon emissions per capita.Opinion Mar 14, 2026 | 2:48 pm
Could WTO MC-14 Rebuild Trust in the Global Trading System?
The challenge confronting the WTO today is not an abrupt collapse but a quieter and more gradual process.Opinion Mar 13, 2026 | 3:12 pm
When Import Permits Stall, Industry Suffers
When import permits are delayed without clarity, the risks extend beyond the companies directly involved.Opinion Mar 9, 2026 | 11:09 am
The Middle East Conflict Could Trigger the Next Global Food Crisis
A prolonged conflict could turn today’s energy disruption into tomorrow’s global food crisis.Opinion Mar 5, 2026 | 8:00 am
Middle East War and the Return of Global Economic Risk
The scale of the fallout will ultimately depend on the duration and geographic scope of the conflict.Opinion Mar 2, 2026 | 8:00 am
Between the RTA and the Global Tariff: Testing Consistency and Confidence
The rapid shift in US tariff policy calls for clarification of negotiated commitments while underscoring the urgency of domestic reform.Opinion Feb 26, 2026 | 9:44 am
Between Strong Macro Numbers and Everyday Reality
Official inflation may be low, but people tend to feel price pressures most acutely in essentials -- food, education, and healthcare.Opinion Feb 23, 2026 | 9:18 pm
A $1 Billion Question: Should Indonesia Join Trump’s Board of Peace?
Indonesia faces a $1B decision: join Trump’s Board of Peace or protect scarce funds and strategic autonomy?Opinion Feb 18, 2026 | 12:04 pm
The Telaga Ranu Deal and Indonesia’s Israel Contradiction
Indonesia’s new geothermal deal with an Israel-linked firm exposes a contradiction between pro-Palestine rhetoric and economic policy.Opinion Feb 14, 2026 | 2:00 pm
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