Tag: Prabowo Subianto
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Prabowo Subianto’s Active Diplomacy Needs Strong Institutional Alignment
Introduction: A President’s High-Tempo Diplomacy In his first year in office, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has embarked on an unusually aggressive diplomatic agenda. With 32 foreign visits spanning 22 countries, the administration has prioritized presidential activism as a primary instrument of foreign policy. While this rapid-fire diplomacy has yielded visibility and momentum on several fronts,…
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Prabowo’s Active Diplomacy: Why Indonesia Needs Stronger Institutional Alignment
Introduction: A year of unprecedented diplomatic energy Indonesia, under President Prabowo Subianto, has entered a phase of highly active diplomacy. In his first year, the administration has showcased an unusually intense schedule of international engagement, including a high number of foreign visits and broad outreach across continents. While presidential activism on the global stage signals…
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Prabowo’s Active Diplomacy Requires Stronger Institutional Alignment
Introduction: A Year of Bold Diplomacy President Prabowo Subianto has embraced an unusually kinetic foreign policy since taking office, underscored by a high tempo of international travel and high-stakes diplomacy. With 32 foreign visits spanning 22 countries in his first year, the administration has signaled a proactive stance aimed at elevating Indonesia’s regional and global…
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Prabowo Calls for Unity in Christmas Message After Sumatra Disaster
Prabowo Extends Christmas Greeting and Calls for Unity President Prabowo Subianto has used his Christmas and New Year message to urge Indonesians to remain united and to extend a hand to those in need. In a post on Instagram, the country’s eighth president emphasized that Christmas is a moment of love and solidarity, and he…
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Prabowo Bans Papua Leaders From Abroad Using Autonomy Funds
Prabowo’s Move: A New Constraint on Papua Officials In a decisive policy shift, President Prabowo Subianto announced a ban on Papua’s regional heads traveling abroad, with a specific focus on trips financed by the province’s special autonomy funds. The disclosure comes as part of a broader push to improve governance, reduce potential misuse of funds,…
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Prabowo Bans Papua Leaders From Traveling Abroad Using Autonomy Funds
President’s Move Targets Travel and Funds Use in Papua President Prabowo Subianto has taken a decisive step by barring Papua’s regional heads from traveling abroad, with a particular emphasis on trips financed by the widely discussed “special autonomy funds.” The announcement underscores a broader push to tighten oversight over the governance of Papua’s special autonomy…
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Rebalancing Indonesia’s Trade Policy: Prabowo’s First Year and the Road Ahead
Facing a Turbulent Global Trade Environment More than a year into President Prabowo Subianto’s administration, Indonesia finds itself navigating a tougher global trade climate. The United States has relied more aggressively on tariffs, with rate changes and target revisions adding uncertainty for exporters and manufacturers. Against this backdrop, Indonesia’s policy makers are seeking a balanced…
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Rebalancing Indonesia’s Trade Policy: After Prabowo’s First Year
Introduction: A challenging global backdrop for Indonesia’s trade policy More than a year into President Prabowo Subianto’s term, Indonesia faces a tougher global trade environment. The United States’ tariff actions, shifting rates, and targeted sectors have multiplied uncertainty for exporters, manufacturers, and policymakers. In response, Jakarta has sought to rebalance its trade stance—seeking resilience, diversification,…
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After the Unrest: How Indonesia’s President Prabowo Regained Trust and Why It Might Not Last
Introduction: A delicate reset after unrest When Prabowo Subianto took the helm as Indonesia’s president in October 2024, the nation faced a volatile mix of economic pressures, regional security concerns, and a public appetite for decisive leadership. The early months saw the administration pivot toward a blend of continuity with change—promising stability while pursuing targeted…
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After the Unrest: How Prabowo Subianto Rebuilt Trust in Indonesia and Why It Might Not Last
Introduction: A moment of public reckoning When Prabowo Subianto took the oath of office in October 2024, Indonesia faced a delicate moment. A period of political tension and social strain had unsettled the country, challenging the perceived legitimacy of leadership and the public’s faith in future stability. The new administration framed its mandate as continuity…