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Indonesia’s Growth Paradox: Higher Growth, Poorer People

Indonesia’s middle class is shrinking despite strong economic growth, raising fears over jobs and inequality.
Opinion May 23, 2026 | 11:57 am

Palm and Coal: The Price of Weak Control

Indonesia’s export centralization plan may create new monopolies instead of fixing trade fraud.
Opinion May 22, 2026 | 9:30 pm

Market Perceptions, Trust and Expectations: Public Communication Matters

Indonesia’s markets are reacting not just to global pressures, but also to policy uncertainty, rumors, and mixed official messaging.
Opinion May 21, 2026 | 8:19 pm

Is Tokyo Becoming Jakarta’s New Security Anchor?

Japan is seeking to play a more proactive role in upholding the vision of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP).
Opinion May 21, 2026 | 1:31 am

Alarm Bells in Indonesia's Maritime Logistics Ecosystem

Indonesia’s maritime logistics crisis—silting ports, container shortages, and rising costs—threatens economic stability.
Opinion May 18, 2026 | 11:46 am

Economy Isn’t Just Numbers, But Also Perception and Trust

On paper, several indicators still appear reasonably solid. Indonesia’s economy reportedly grew by 5.61% yoy in the first quarter of 2026.
Opinion May 18, 2026 | 8:00 am

A Message from Russia to Indonesian Gen Z: Beware the Fascism Zombie

The stain of fascism in our time rises again from its grave like a zombie.
Opinion May 9, 2026 | 8:00 am

Global Trade Will Not Return to Normal: Time to Expand Indonesia’s Geoeconomic Strategy

Geopolitics now drives global costs, with energy risks embedding into prices and forcing Indonesia to rethink trade and supply chains.
Opinion Apr 28, 2026 | 8:02 am

Safety and Opportunity: Getting the Balance Right Online

With 89% of Indonesian children online daily, balancing digital opportunity and safety is crucial as new rules risk limiting access.
Opinion Apr 25, 2026 | 10:29 am

Why the World Cannot Leave US-Iran Peace to Chance

Trump’s approach combines coercion and visibility, including military pressure, public deal-making, and narrative control.
Opinion Apr 22, 2026 | 10:43 pm

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