ARTICLES

15 May 2023

Indonesia’s Democracy after 25 Years of Reformasi: Rights, Wrongs, and Reflections

Deasy Simandjuntak|Made Supriatma

In this podcast, Fulcrum editor Julia Lau discusses the direction of Indonesian democracy with Dr Deasy Simandjuntak and Mr Made Supriatma, 25 years after the momentous fall of Suharto. Rights, wrongs and reflections: which way forward for Indonesia with the 2024 elections?

Dialogues at Fulcrum Indonesia Indonesian Politics

12 May 2023

ASEAN at a Crossroads: Did Indonesia as Chair Live Up to Expectations?

Joanne Lin|Melinda Martinus|Sharon Seah

Now that the ASEAN Summit in Labuan Bajo has concluded, it is time to give Indonesia its interim report card as Chair.

ASEAN Indonesia

11 May 2023

Indonesia’s Presidential Nominations, May Day, and the Fragmented Politics of Labour

Max Lane

The small but vocal Partai Buruh (PB), a newcomer to Indonesian politics, could disrupt the 2024 elections if its questioning of the status quo succeeds. For now, the odds remain low.

Indonesia Indonesian Elections Indonesian Politics

10 May 2023

The Rise of Football Ultras in Southeast Asia

Muhammad Afiq Hajis

Muhammad Afiq Hajis analyses the cultural phenomenon of Ultras in Southeast Asia, their spirit of collectivism, and marginalised identities in society.

ASEAN ASEANFocus Indonesia Malaysia Thailand

10 May 2023

Addressing Rapid Changes in Urbanscapes: A Tale of Two Cities

Paulus Bagus Sugiyono|Neo Hui Yun Rebecca

In Yogyakarta and Singapore, youth movements have sprouted to address the negative impacts of rapidly changing cityscapes.

Environment Indonesia Singapore

9 May 2023

Viva “Elektabilitas”! Indonesia’s Policy-Free Coalition Fever

Max Lane

The question of electability has turned Indonesian voters' attention towards potential running mates for the putative presidential candidates in the 2024 race.

Indonesia Indonesian Elections

27 Apr 2023

PDI-P Nominates Ganjar Pranowo as Its Presidential Candidate: What’s Next?

Made Supriatma

Indonesia’s largest political party has finally ended the speculation on whom it will back for 2024’s presidential race. Game on.

Indonesia Indonesian Elections Indonesian Politics

26 Apr 2023

Going Beyond Commitments: Learning Sustainability Financing from the G20

Maria Monica Wihardja

Maria Monica Wihardja provides an overview of how Indonesia spearheaded the G20 Sustainability Financing initiatives and how ASEAN can learn from that experience.

ASEAN ASEANFocus Finance G20 Indonesia Sustainable Development

25 Apr 2023

Policy Lessons from the Cancellation of Indonesia’s Host Rights for the FIFA U-20 World Cup

Yanuar Nugroho

The fallout from Indonesia’s recent loss of its chance to host the Under-20 World Cup contains valuable lessons for its policymakers and leaders, if they choose to pay attention.

Indonesia Indonesian Politics