This study examines strategies to enhance Papua’s participation and representation in Indonesia’s foreign policy formulation. Drawing on Stakeholder Theory, Deliberative Democracy, and Network Governance, the study proposes three approaches: strengthening Papuan participation in policy processes, developing mindful communication strategies to improve international perceptions, and establish…
The Portal of Services and Protection of Indonesian Citizens Abroad (Portal Peduli WNI) is an integrated information system developed by the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs to provide services and protection for Indonesian citizens abroad. After five years of development, the portal has faced challenges in collecting comprehensive data on Indonesian citizens through its self-reporting fe…
This policy paper examines the role of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) in supporting Indonesia's target of 19–23% renewable energy mix by 2030 and its Net Zero Emission (NZE) 2060 commitment. The study highlights that Indonesia's energy transition progress remains below target, with renewable energy reaching only 16% by September 2025, due to fragmented domestic policies and MoFA's lim…
Digital public diplomacy has become increasingly important as information and communication technologies continue to influence the relationship between diplomacy and the public. This paper examines the implementation of digital public diplomacy by the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, particularly through the #IniDiplomasi hashtag as a communication tool for delivering diplomatic informat…
This study examines the importance of strengthening language proficiency among Indonesian diplomats to support effective representation of national interests in multilateral forums. It highlights the lack of a comprehensive policy for developing language skills beyond English, which may increase reliance on interpreters and limit diplomatic effectiveness. The paper recommends a comprehensive la…
Indonesia needs to strengthen engagement with Pacific youth by providing reliable information on Papua and using Pacific-established mechanisms to build positive relations. This paper proposes utilizing the Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General’s Young Climate Leaders Alliance (PIF SG’s YCLA) through discussion groups, participatory workshops, surveys, interviews, project assistance, and …
This paper examines strategies to enhance foreign media presence in order to strengthen Indonesia's position as a regional media hub in Southeast Asia. It identifies structural barriers including fragmented licensing procedures, inconsistent regulatory frameworks, and press freedom challenges that diminish Indonesia's appeal as a base for international journalists. Through analysis of three key…
The use of information systems in consular services and the protection of Indonesian citizens abroad has become increasingly important, particularly for collecting and managing data to support emergency assistance and rapid responses. This paper examines the development and implementation of the Safe Travel application, introduced by the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs to provide travele…
This study examines Indonesia’s approach to the terminology and economic implications of Indigenous Peoples (IPs) in international negotiations, particularly concerning Indonesia’s masyarakat hukum adat (MHA). The study highlights challenges arising from differences between international IP terminology and Indonesia’s legal and social context, as well as potential economic implications in…
Indonesia’s blue economy development toward 2030 faces uncertainties arising from increasing geopolitical rivalry in the Indian Ocean and economic inequality. This paper applies a policy scenario framework to identify key uncertainties affecting Indonesia’s blue economy, develop possible future scenarios, and formulate corresponding policy choices. Based on interviews with various stakehold…