Indonesia

The recent convening of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) session in Geneva has once again thrust Indonesia’s human rights record into the international spotlight.  The nation’s representatives found themselves in a defensive posture as they grappled with probing inquiries regarding Indonesia’s commitment to upholding human rights and political freedoms. This article seeks to unravel the intricate …

In a world where geopolitical tensions often spill over into the realm of public opinion, a recent claim by Russia has stirred controversy and prompted a response from Southeast Asia. Moscow has alleged that Indonesian nationals have been involved in mercenary activities in Ukraine, fighting against Russian forces since the invasion began in February 2022. This accusation has not only …

In the wake of Indonesia’s recent presidential election, the political landscape of the nation finds itself embroiled in controversy as Anies Baswedan, a prominent figure in Indonesian politics, refuses to concede defeat. Instead, he is gearing up to challenge the election results in the Constitutional Court, a move that has sparked intense scrutiny and debate across the archipelago. A Divisive …

A Batik Air flight from Kendari to Jakarta experienced a shocking incident, when both pilots fell asleep mid-air, leaving the plane unattended for about 28 minutes. The incident, which was revealed by a preliminary report from the Indonesian National Transportation Safety Committee (KNKT), exposed the serious issue of pilot fatigue and its impact on aviation safety in Indonesia. The flight, …

A Batik Air flight from Kendari to Jakarta on January 25, 2024, experienced a dangerous situation when both pilots fell asleep mid-air, leaving the plane unattended for about 28 minutes. The incident, which was revealed by a preliminary report from the Indonesian National Transportation Safety Committee (KNKT), exposed the serious issue of pilot fatigue and its impact on aviation safety. …

Indonesia is the world’s largest Muslim-majority country, with about 87% of its population identifying as Muslims. However, it also has a significant Christian minority, comprising about 10% of the population, mostly Protestants and Catholics.  Christianity in Indonesia has a long and diverse history, dating back to the colonial era and influenced by various cultural and linguistic factors. As a result, …

Prabowo Subianto, the former general and presidential candidate who is leading the provisional vote count in Indonesia’s 2024 election, is facing allegations of election fraud from his rivals and monitoring groups. They claim that Prabowo and his supporters have manipulated the voter registration, the vote counting, and the vote reporting processes, in order to inflate his votes and undermine the …

Indonesia’s presumed next president, Prabowo Subianto, who had been a leading contender in the February 14 presidential election, has been promoted to the rank of four-star general by the outgoing president, Joko Widodo, in a ceremony held on Wednesday. Prabowo, who is the current defense minister and a former special forces commander, had been dismissed from the military in 1998 …

Indonesia, the world’s third-largest democracy, held its presidential and legislative elections on February 14, 2024, amid the Covid-19 pandemic and the economic recession. The elections were contested by three candidates: Prabowo Subianto, the incumbent defense minister and former army general; Anies Baswedan, the former governor of Jakarta and a popular Islamist figure; and Ganjar Pranowo, the former governor of Central …

Indonesia, the world’s largest archipelago and fourth most populous country, has been hit by a rare and devastating natural disaster: the first large-scale tornado in its history.  The tornado, which occurred on February 21, 2024, swept through the town of Sumedang in West Java province, injuring at least 33 people and damaging hundreds of buildings. The tornado was a shocking …