The Indo-Pacific region is a contested region marked by the rise of China, the persistent influence of the United States, and the increasing economic and security interests of other regional players including Indonesia and Australia. Indonesia is considered one of Australia’s closest neighbors, however relations between the two countries are not always con…
This policy paper examines the pivotal role of hydro-diplomacy in Indonesia's foreign policy, particularly within the context of fragmented global water politics and the profound impacts of climate change. It proposes a "Measured Approach" that integrates water diplomacy into broader foreign and environmental policies, positioning water governance as a key pillar in Indon…