Indonesian Geopolitics: Beware of Terrorism Threats INDONESIA, as the largest archipelagic country in the world, has a strategic geopolitical position in the Southeast Asia region. However, this country’s security is increasingly examined by terrorism threats which cannot be ignored. In a geopolitical context, the efforts to prevent and overcome terrorism are in a top priority
Indonesia as a Middle Power in Global Geopolitics INDONESIA, as the largest archipelagic country in the world, has strategic potential that can shape the global geopolitical map. Its strategic geographical position, located at the intersection of the Indonesian Ocean, the North Natuna Strait and the Pacific, makes Indonesia a crucial node in the networking of
Pancasila Improves a World View Based on Culture and Ethics Pancasila, as the basic philosophy of the Indonesian state, has a central position in shaping the identity and direction of the nation’s development outlook. In this context, the concept of “welthanccung” (a view to improve something) which means improving the world, provides a new dimension
Pancasila Prevents Antagonistic Tides of Democracy Antagonistic is a concept used to describe relationships or interactions that involve conflict or resistance between two or more parties. In a more general context, this term refers to a situation in which one entity or character acts as an opponent or enemy of another entity or character. In
Geopolitics and Geostrategy of Indonesian Air Defense KF-21 Boramae fighter aircraft The Indonesian Ministry of Defense remains committed to continuing cooperation in developing the KFX/IFX fighter aircraft with South Korea as a national priority program. This was conveyed by the Director of Defense Technology and Industry, Directorate General of Defense Potential, Ministry of Defense, First
Ideological War in the Era of Globalization In 1945, Bung Karno wrote the “Political Manifesto.” This is a document that contains Indonesia’s political views and goals, including a vision in the world context influenced by World War II. In this article, Bung Karno emphasized the independence, sovereignty and unity of the Indonesian nation. He also
Indonesia’s Role in the Geopolitics of the ASEAN-GCC Meeting USS Mesa verde carries 550 marine personnel and an Osprey type transport aircraft. This ship was sent to the waters of the Persian Gulf in case the US had to protect its citizen and assets in Iraq. The meeting between member countries of the Association of
2024: Indonesian Election Geopolitics is in a State of Alert The decision of the Constitutional Court (MK) to grant the request for judicial review of Article 169 point q of Law 7/2017 concerning Elections, which sets the minimum age limit for presidential and vice presidential candidates at 40 years, has significant geopolitical implications. Geopolitically, this
43rd ASEAN GKTT: Strengthening Indonesia’s Geopolitics Towards a Developed Country President Joko Widodo takes a photo with the leaders of ASEAN countries after opening the ASEAN-Indopacific Forum 2023 at the Mulia Hotel, Jakarta, Tuesday (5/9/2023) This firm and unequivocal statement was made by the President of the Republic of Indonesia Joko Widodo when opening the
Considering Indonesia’s Geopolitics in the BRICS Alliance The 15th BRICS Summit on 22-24 August 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa, made the world’s eyes widen. BRICS leaders consisting of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa have agreed to expand the membership of the group. Based on the implementation of this Summit, news spread that Indonesia,
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