The momentum of the Global South must not be missed and should be utilized to foster a South-South cooperation.
Diplomacy
With predicted slowdown in China’s economy and some sensitivities in the bilateral relations, it is only logical for Indonesia to consider amplifying relations with Taiwan.
Indonesia may be represented at the 15th BRICS Summit, but there is no pragmatic reason for the nation to join its fold.
A shroud of disquietude falls over Indonesia following a veiled visit by Taliban representatives recently.
Indonesia has attempted to expand its soft power diplomacy in South Korea through participation in local festivals, facilitation of people and capital movement, and increasing involvement in K-pop and K-drama.
Indonesian ship crews aboard Chinese vessels may have encountered unimaginable horror in the sea that seems to elude almost everyone’s attention.
For years, Prabowo has tried to cultivate a good relationship with China. With the election coming next year, is he simply covering his grounds in case he gets elected?
President Yoon Seok-yeol has shifted South Korea’s position from strategic ambiguity to strategic clarity which focuses on solidifying Seoul’s relations with the United States. Obviously, this impacts its relations with China and North Korea.
Some say Sunnis and Shiites cannot sit next to each other. Indonesia and Iran prove them wrong.
After consistently sending strong signals over the years, the Quad’s wish to engage ASEAN should be considered this year under Indonesia’s ASEAN Chairmanship.