Preventing Social Unrest Through Fair Tax Policy In recent times, society has reacted strongly to the policy of increasing the Rural and Urban Land and Building Tax (PBB-P2) in several regions. Such protests naturally carry the potential to trigger social unrest. In the context of early threat detection, we must be alert to the fact
Let Us Come Together Again (Part II – Conclusion): The PIP Bill, The Road Home to the House of Pancasila Let us come together again: united in the House of Pancasila. This call is a summons of history, a call of the nation’s conscience, which feels ever more urgent amid today’s political, social, and cultural
Let Us Come Together Again (Part I): United in the House of Pancasila The demonstrations that recently erupted in various parts of Indonesia reveal the double face of our democracy. On one hand, demonstrations are a sign of the people’s political vitality—a legitimate space for expressing aspirations in a democratic state. They affirm that the
Israel-Iran Conflict: A Ceasefire Without Trust The ceasefire between Israel and Iran, which came into effect on June 24, 2025, deserves recognition as an initial step to de-escalate the open conflict. However, many around the world, including Indonesia, believe that this ceasefire was not built on mutual trust, but rather on situational pressure and strategic
Local Government Retreat: New Energy towards Effective Governance One important moment that captured public attention at the end of June last year. As many as 86 local government heads from across Indonesia gathered for five days during the second wave retreat forum initiated by the Ministry of Home Affairs (Kemendagri) at the campus of the
Iran-Israel War: A New Crisis Shaking the World’s Geoeconomics and Geopolitics The open war between Israel and Iran, which erupted on June 13, 2025, marks a dramatic turning point in the dynamics of the Middle East conflict.Israel’s airstrikes against Iran’s strategic nuclear facilities in Natanz and Isfahan under the “Operation Rising Lion”, followed by Iran’s
Pancasila as the Foundation of Governance Amid Geopolitical Challenges In a global era marked by great power rivalry, competition over strategic resources, and disruptive technological advances, every nation is required to have a strong ideological foundation and well-directed policy. Indonesia, as the world’s largest archipelagic country located at the strategic crossroads of the Indian and
Bung Karno Month: A Moment to Reaffirm Trisakti and Gotong Royong The month of June, known as “Bung Karno Month,” holds deep historical and ideological significance in the life of the Indonesian nation. Three key moments — the birth of Pancasila on June 1st, the birth of Bung Karno on June 6th, and his passing
Prabowo and Megawati’s Meeting: The Foundation of National Unity Amid Global Geopolitics The meeting between President-elect Prabowo Subianto and the Chairwoman of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan), Prof. Dr. (HC) Hj. Megawati Soekarnoputri, on April 7, 2025, was more than just a regular political encounter. It became a significant symbol in Indonesia’s
Indonesia on the Middle East Stage: Geopolitics in a New Configuration THE VISIT President Prabowo Subianto’s visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on April 9, 2025, was more than just a bilateral meeting—it was a strong signal that Indonesia is preparing to play a more strategic role in the global geopolitical configuration. In a
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