This paper examines strengthening Indonesia's campaign governance for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council 2029–2030, aligned with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Strategic Plan 2025–2029 and Asta Cita. Indonesia, having submitted its candidature in 2024, will compete against Iran in the June 2028 election at the 82nd UN General Assembly. While the 2018 campaign secured 144 vote…
This paper proposes a policy framework for institutionalizing human capability for AI-augmented diplomacy within Indonesia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Although digital infrastructure such as Big Data Diplomacy and Kemlu AI has been developed, the primary constraint is no longer technological availability but personnel's ability to build, maintain, and effectively utilize these systems. Drawi…
This paper proposes elevating trade diplomacy as a core pillar of Indonesia's Pacific strategy to strengthen influence and trust amid intensifying geopolitical competition with implications for Papua-related narratives. Although Indonesia has built strong diplomatic goodwill through development cooperation, its trade presence in the Pacific—particularly in Melanesia—lags behind key partners…
This policy paper examines how the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Kemlu) can implement its economic diplomacy mandates on energy transition more consistently and effectively, and identifies necessary internal institutional reforms. Despite considerable diplomatic engagement across multilateral and bilateral forums, established partnerships have not significantly accelerated Indonesia's domestic e…
This paper examines the use of Islamic social finance—specifically zakat—as a means to support sustainable development financing and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through Indonesian diplomacy. Leveraging Indonesia’s identity as the nation with the world's largest Muslim population, alongside its moderate and inclusive approach to Islam, would enable the Minis…
Indonesia’s engagement with Africa remains limited despite the historical legacy of the 1955 Asia-Africa Conference. Indonesia can strengthen its relations with Africa by leveraging its comparative strengths in peacebuilding, defense, and humanitarian assistance, while maintaining economic diplomacy. The proposed Indonesia Peace Initiative for Africa is a 25-year framework built on five pilla…
Indonesia’s strategy for securing a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for 2029–2030 requires stronger international visibility and strategic coalition-building. The proposed approach emphasizes promoting UN reform, seeking support from ASEAN, BRICS, and the OIC, and providing capacity-building programs to strengthen engagement with member states. Indonesia can also develop targe…
This study examines the role of the Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue (CSD) Secretariat in supporting the realization of Chinese investments in Indonesia and strengthening economic diplomacy. The establishment of the CSD in April 2025—replacing the High-Level Dialogue and Cooperation Mechanism (HDCM) and the Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation (JCBC)—created a need for a dedicated sec…
Indonesian student diaspora can strengthen the country’s diplomacy by serving as future leaders, cultural ambassadors, and long-term partners abroad. Despite their potential, formal mechanisms for engaging overseas students remain limited, with barriers including weak government support and unclear reintegration pathways. Strengthening engagement through a Student Engagement Hub led by the Mi…
Indonesia can strengthen its energy security and economic diplomacy by expanding strategic engagement with Africa’s energy sector beyond oil and gas. Although Indonesia has substantial energy expertise, its presence in Sub-Saharan Africa remains limited and fragmented. Strengthening partnerships with key African countries, particularly through the Tanzania model, can create opportunities for …