This study examines the role of the Peduli WNI Portal in improving the protection and public services for Indonesian citizens abroad, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The portal integrates information and protection systems to strengthen data management, facilitate public services, and support coordination among relevant stakeholders. Using SWOT analysis and management principles, thi…
The advancement of technology and communication platforms has increased the importance of visual communication in diplomacy. However, Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs lacks consistent visual identity guidelines, despite the importance of design in shaping public perception. An internal survey revealed that 90% of respondents considered design quality important, while 88% believed the M…
Foreign language proficiency is essential for effective diplomacy, as diplomats must communicate and convey messages accurately in different linguistic and cultural contexts. However, many Indonesian diplomats primarily speak English, which may limit their effectiveness in non-English-speaking countries. This paper examines the language training efforts of Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affa…
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Indonesia (MoFA) participated in 37 National Project Priorities (NPPs) between 2018 and 2021, covering issues such as border security, citizen protection, and international cooperation. Its participation in multilateral initiatives has contributed to maintaining peace, strengthening international law, and promoting cooperation. However, implementation has not …
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Indonesia (MoFA) has implemented gender mainstreaming policies to promote gender equality and justice in the workplace. However, systematic evaluation of these policies remains limited. This paper develops a Gender Equality Indicator (GEI) to assess workplace gender equality in areas such as education, career advancement, equal pay, representation, sexual hara…
Modern diplomacy is undergoing significant changes due to digitalization, globalization, new diplomatic actors, and increasing public involvement. These developments require the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Kemlu) to improve its human resource management, including recruitment, training, and career development. However, existing bureaucratic reforms have not fully addressed the chall…
In 2020, Indonesia introduced a digital services tax (DST) to increase state revenue by taxing multinational digital companies operating in Indonesia. However, the policy faced challenges from the United States, including potential retaliatory tariffs that could affect bilateral trade. This paper argues that the DST should be addressed through economic diplomacy, considering its broader implica…
The transportation sector is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, making electric vehicles (EVs) a potential solution to reduce pollution and dependence on fossil fuels. As global demand for EVs increases, Indonesia has a strategic advantage due to its abundant nickel resources, which are essential for battery production. This paper examines the potential of Indonesia’s EV industry and…
Indonesia’s economic diplomacy strategy emphasizes strengthening trade, investment, and tourism through its diplomatic missions abroad. However, many Indonesian diplomats lack specialized economic expertise and adequate resources to support these activities effectively. This paper identifies key challenges faced by economic officers, including knowledge and competency gaps, insufficient guide…