This study examines the potential of a working spouse policy to support diplomatic families and enhance the performance and well-being of Indonesian diplomats. It highlights employment barriers faced by diplomatic spouses, particularly in dual-career households, and their implications for family stability and diplomatic effectiveness. The paper proposes a phased approach involving bilateral wor…
This paper proposes a strategic framework to strengthen agricultural partnerships between Indonesia and Africa. Relations between both regions are rooted in the 1955 Asian–African Conference and sustained through South–South and Triangular Cooperation (SSTC), knowledge exchange, and capacity building. Although Indonesia brings agricultural expertise and Africa offers vast fertile lands and …
This Study examines Indonesia’s foreign policy on interfaith dialogue (DLA) and its implementation as a tool for promoting religious harmony. The study identifies contemporary strategies, including dialogue on global challenges, educational programs, and experiential activities. It recommends revitalizing DLA through creative communication, social and cultural training for diplomats, renewed …
This paper examines the use of Track 1.5 diplomacy to reinforce the Indonesia–U.S. Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) amid leadership changes in both countries. Following the elevation of relations in November 2023 and the adoption of the 2024–2028 Plan of Action, the America First approach under Trump 2.0 threatens CSP sustainability by narrowing cooperation in climate, sustainable …
This study examines the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen Indonesia’s foreign policy formulation through data-driven analysis and decision-making. While the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has advanced digital diplomacy, AI integration into policymaking remains limited by manual data management. The study recommends a strategic roadmap supported by a legal framework, central…
The development of information and communication technologies (ICTs) has created challenges in delivering public diplomacy messages due to the increasing volume of content and the growing number of actors across social and mainstream media. Artificial intelligence (AI) offers potential support for addressing these challenges, particularly through natural language processing and generative AI. T…
Indonesia’s relations with NATO have developed through several forms of interaction, including cooperation following the 2004 Aceh tsunami, the evacuation of Indonesian nationals from Afghanistan in 2021, and increased diplomatic engagement since 2022. NATO’s renewed focus on the Indo-Pacific and the changing international security environment have created new considerations for Indonesia 
This Study examines the strengthening of consular services and the protection of Indonesian citizens in Taiwan through the deployment of additional Ministry of Foreign Affairs personnel in Kaohsiung. The policy analysis highlights the increasing demand for consular services and the concentration of existing personnel in Taipei. Given Kaohsiung’s strategic location and significant Indonesian m…
Religious diversity has become increasingly common in Indonesia and Europe, bringing cultural richness while also presenting challenges such as conflict, discrimination, hostility, and religious prejudice. The analysis applies the concept of Multi-Track Diplomacy to examine Indonesia’s efforts to maintain its international reputation as a peaceful Islamic nation and promote peaceful religious…
The General Agreement on Development Cooperation between the Government of Australia and the Government of the Republic of Indonesia (“GADC”) has not been amended since it was signed in 1998 and entered into force since 1999. It contains provisions that are outdated and references to laws and regulations that the Indonesian Government have amended. Meanwhile, the GADC continues to become th…