ARTICLES

31 May 2023

Battle of Indonesia’s Kingmakers: A Rift Between Jokowi and Megawati?

Burhanuddin Muhtadi

The incumbent president of Indonesia could tip the scales in the next election by sitting on the fence a little longer.

Indonesia Indonesian Politics

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

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

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

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

13 Apr 2023

Anies Baswedan and the Elusive Endorsement of Nahdlatul Ulama

Syafiq Hasyim

In Indonesian politics, securing the support of the country’s largest mass Muslim organisation would be a jewel in the crown.

Indonesian Politics

13 Apr 2023

National Mandate Party (PAN)’s Tough Choice for 2024

Ahmad Najib Burhani

The traditional linkages between political parties and mass organisations where Indonesia’s moderate Muslims are concerned may be shifting, with consequences in and beyond 2024.

Indonesia Indonesian Politics

10 Apr 2023

Indonesia 2024: Coalition Manoeuvres Heading for A Single Presidential Candidate?

Max Lane

More elaborate politicking for the 2024 presidential race in Indonesia has not thrown up a clear frontrunner; watch this space.

Indonesia Indonesian Elections Indonesian Politics

29 Mar 2023

Unsportsmanlike Behaviour: Protests in Indonesia Against Israeli U-20 Footballers

Julia Lau

The recent protests in Indonesia against Israeli youth footballers’ participation in the U-20 World Cup complicate Indonesia’s image as a tolerant and moderate Muslim-majority country.

Indonesia Indonesian Politics