Indonesia’s Tourism Opportunity as an Economic Catalyst
May 19, 2026
Indonesia has a huge opportunity to leverage its cultural richness, culinary diversity, and natural tourism as engines of more competitive growth.
Category: Opinion
EU–Indonesia CEPA: Trade as a Geopolitical Strategy
October 20, 2025
The Indonesia–EU CEPA signifies more than a market agreement. For the EU, it’s a move toward strategic autonomy and supply chain diversification. For Indonesia, it’s an act of economic statecraft, a redefinition of its “free and active” diplomacy to expand influence and balance global power.
The Economic Impact of Riots if Left Unaddressed
October 2, 2025
The August 28–30, 2025 riots created major economic shocks in Indonesia. From falling consumer confidence and Rupiah depreciation to inflation and recession risks.
Revitalizing Diplomacy Through Trade Amidst Global Dynamics
September 25, 2025
International trade is not just about balancing surplus and deficit. For Indonesia, it is both an economic pillar and a tool of diplomacy.
President Prabowo’s Diplomacy in Beijing and the Domestic Crisis
September 25, 2025
President Prabowo’s visit to Beijing amid domestic unrest has stirred debate. Was it a tone-deaf move, or a calculated diplomatic strategy to reinforce Indonesia’s global standing?
Unpacking the Geo-Economic Logic of the New York Declaration for Indonesia’s Economy
September 25, 2025
The adoption of the New York Declaration by the UN General Assembly marks an important step toward peace and stability in the Middle East.
