Tag: Indonesian politics
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Will Indonesia’s National Mandate Party Move Further Away from Its Religious Roots?
Introduction The National Mandate Party (Partai Amanat Nasional, PAN) has long stood at a crossroads in Indonesian politics. Traditionally associated with a moderate Islamist image, PAN is now signaling a potential strategic pivot aimed at expanding its electoral base beyond its religious roots. With an eye on the 2029 elections, the party is exploring policy…
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PAN Indonesia: Will National Mandate Party Drift From Religious Roots
Introduction: A Party at a Crossroads The National Mandate Party (PAN) sits at a pivotal moment in Indonesian politics. With its current standing as the eighth-largest party by vote share, PAN is openly plotting a substantial rise from 7.24% in the 2024 legislative election to around 15% by 2029. The central question now is whether…
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The Rise of Muhammadiyah Progressives Under Prabowo
Introduction: A New Current in Muhammadiyah Muhammadiyah, one of Indonesia’s oldest reformist Muslim organizations, is witnessing a notable shift as a younger cohort within its ranks pushes for more inclusive and forward-looking interpretations of faith in public life. The emergence of a so-called progressive current—often associated with networks like the Young Muhammadiyah Intellectual Network (JIMM)—coincides…