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’s health industry has significant opportunities to expand its presence in Africa amid growing efforts to strengthen local healthcare production and reduce dependence on imported medical supplies. Indonesian health companies face regulatory, political, financial, and institutional barriers in entering African markets. Strategic investment and public-private partnerships can be streng…
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 …
Effective public communication and engagement are essential to addressing the Papua issue and building public trust. Existing government communication often falls short of public expectations for transparency, clear information, and concrete action, contributing to mistrust among communities closely following the issue. Strengthening communication through media and community engagement, combine…
This paper examines the role of Indonesia's leadership strategy in operationalizing the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific (AOIP) to strengthen ASEAN Centrality and enhance ASEAN-European Union synergy in the Indo-Pacific region. ASEAN faces an implementation gap regarding the AOIP, while the European Union confronts credibility challenges in its Indo-Pacific engagement. Indonesia's experience w…
Indonesia’s Children’s School Tuition Fee Support (BBPA) for Home Staffs abroad requires improvement to keep pace with rising education costs. Although BBPA covers tuition for up to two children, its funding has remained unchanged since 2016 and often covers only part of actual costs. This situation creates financial and administrative challenges for staff stationed overseas. The proposed â…
Indonesia can strengthen ASEAN creative economy cooperation by improving cross-pillar coordination between the ASEAN Socio-Cultural and Economic Communities. Despite the growing importance of the creative economy, regional cooperation remains fragmented due to differing approaches and mandates among relevant institutions. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs can strengthen its strategic role by faci…