Youth engagement can strengthen ASEAN-China cooperation by incorporating young people into formal regional mechanisms and high-level policy processes. The adoption of a leaders’ statement can provide political commitment and establish a clearer framework for youth participation in ASEAN-China relations. Greater youth involvement can support future leadership, innovation, and regional stabilit…
Indonesia, as the world’s fourth-largest coffee producer, faces challenges in strengthening its coffee industry, including the absence of a cohesive national strategy, declining plantation areas, and stringent trade barriers. The country produces high-quality Robusta and Arabica coffee, including specialty varieties such as Kopi Luwak and single-origin coffees from Gayo, Mandailing, and Toraj…
Water diplomacy can become a strategic foreign policy priority by strengthening sustainable water governance, regional cooperation, and international engagement. Establishing an Inter-Agency Working Group on Water Issues can improve coordination, policy coherence, and monitoring across bilateral, regional, and multilateral forums. A clear Plan of Action and Roadmap can further guide cross-secto…
The education and protection of Indonesian migrant workers’ children in Tawau, Sabah, Malaysia, are addressed through the establishment of Community Learning Centers (CLCs) and the provision of Indonesian teachers. These initiatives involve cooperation among the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Tawau, the Directorate General of Primary and Sec…
The implementation of e-diplomatic and service passports is intended to strengthen Indonesia’s diplomatic and consular services by improving passport quality and integrity, expanding visa exemption arrangements, and enhancing data management. However, its implementation faces challenges related to staffing, infrastructure, technical capacity, and travel arrangements. This study examines the i…
The representation of Indonesia within the United Nations (UN) system is an important instrument for strengthening the country’s influence and participation in multilateral diplomacy. However, the number of Indonesian diplomats serving through secondment to UN bodies remains limited due to insufficient policy support, limited understanding of available opportunities, and concerns about compet…
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly reduced international tourist arrivals to Indonesia in 2020, prompting the government to implement strategies that gradually increased tourism activity after 2022. Despite this recovery, Indonesia continues to face challenges in developing innovative and inclusive tourism products. This study examines Thailand’s post-pandemic tourism strategies as a referen…
Cultural performance can serve as a strategic instrument of Indonesia’s soft power and cultural diplomacy by promoting national values, traditions, and cultural heritage internationally. Indonesia’s diverse cultural assets provide opportunities to strengthen international relations and advance national interests through cultural exchanges and performances. The study examines the role and ef…
International museum exhibitions can serve as a strategic instrument of soft power by showcasing cultural heritage, artistic achievements, and historical narratives to global audiences. A collaborative approach involving the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, cultural institutions, museums, academic experts, and diaspora communities can promote richer cultural exchange and more sustainable exhibition…
The growing strategic importance of the Indian and Pacific Oceans has strengthened the significance of the Indo-Pacific region and the roles of Indonesia, India, and Australia. Since 2017, the three countries have developed trilateral cooperation, which was elevated to the ministerial level in 2022. However, differences in diplomatic capabilities, national interests, and levels of commitment ha…