Iran holds a prominent position as one of Indonesia's major trading partners within the Western Asia region, consistently resulting in a trade surplus favouring Indonesia. Following the subsided of the COVID-19 epidemic, there has been a continued upward trend in bilateral trade between the two countries. In 2022, the total trade volume reached US$ 256.4 million, resulting in a surplus of US$ 2…
“Despite impressive engagement around the Sustainable Development Goals, the world is far off track. Shift needed, not only in energy sources, consumption patterns, and supply chains, but also in values, hearts, and mind.” UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, Global Sustainable Development Report 2023. Indonesia stands at a critical juncture in incorporating labour norms…
Critical minerals might be future’s most important commodity as countries try to realize their commitments for decarbonization and energy transition. But the rarity of critical minerals found on the surface of the Earth have complicated the situations. Global competition for critical minerals amongst major powers is unavoidable, albeit the degree of interdependence in …
In alignment with Indonesia's vision for 2045, which aspires to create a society and government free from corruption, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has embarked on a bureaucratic reform journey. The goal is to establish a corruption-free government, enhance transparency, and improve service efficiency in implementing foreign policy. In light of the significant bur…
The Paris Agreement, aimed at curbing the emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases, slashed the global temperature increases to be kept to "well below" 20 C. Under the Paris Agreement, Parties should submit their pledges, Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC), that set their ambitious target of reducing emissions to mitigate Climate Change. This NDC has to…
Economic diplomacy has become a vital aspect in Indonesia’s foreign policy which among others involves collaboration between Government and state-owned enterprises. Given the notable progress in Indonesia’s strategic industries, there is a growing imperative to expand and solidify their presence into the promising Bangladesh market. Several aspects will be addressed in the di…
This paper explores the potential for re-leveraging Indonesian cocoa exports to Canada, specifically through promoting and exporting organic cocoa. The Indonesian cocoa industry has long been a significant contributor to the country's economy, but it is facing increased competition in the worldwide market. This paper then examines the advantages of orga…
Today, diplomacy is no longer limited to high-level political and security matters. Today's international agenda is frequently determined by the economy, trade, investment, migration, technology, and the environment. For diplomats, such dynamics necessitate a fresh strategy and a set of knowledge and skills. Indonesia's foreign policy goal for the last five …
This paper discusses the prospect of the One Channel System (OCS), a bilateral agreed system signed by Indonesia and Saudi Arabia to maximally protect Indonesian Migrant Workers (IMWs) in the Kingdom. Many parties expect the OCS will serve a rationale for Indonesian government to lift its moratorium policy enacted since 2015. The task of this paper hence to assess whether such hope finds its gr…
Malaysia is still favourite destination for Indonesian migrants to look for jobs and better income. The proximity, cultural similarity, and for many, having relatives and friends who already working there, are among the reason that crossing the border is just convenient option to take. However, many Indonesians for one or other reason cannot go through legal official procedures and crossing …