Indonesia’s Presidential Hopefuls Woo Young Voters With Social Media, K-Pop
Seventeen-year-old Naima Khairiya Ismah started being bombarded by social media posts from candidates for Indonesia’s …
Indonesia politics
The Maritime Implications of Indonesia’s Presidential Election
On February 14, nearly 200 million people are expected to vote in Indonesia’s presidential election. …
Is Indonesia’s Largest Islamic Organization Compromising Its Political Neutrality?
The growing political involvement of Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), Indonesia’s most prominent Islamic organization, ahead of …
Prabowo’s Lead Holds Steady in Latest Indonesia Election Poll
Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto has maintained his substantial lead over his rivals ahead of …
Southeast Asia Likes Polarization – and That’s Not a Bad Thing
Almost two billion people, around half of the world’s population, will vote in elections this …
The Local and International Dimensions of Aceh’s Rohingya Crisis
A harrowing scenario is currently playing itself out in Aceh, Indonesia, marked by political manipulation …
Indonesian President’s Son Broke Campaign Regulations, Watchdog Rules
Indonesian President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo’s son breached rules during the campaign for next month’s presidential …
Are Presidential and Vice Presidential Debates Helpful?
Indonesia is currently in the grip of election season, with the presidential election, and simultaneous …
The Rise of Prabowo and the Return of Indonesia’s Old Elite
On February 14, Indonesia will hold the world’s most extensive single-day election, which will determine …