For the 2024 Elections, certain political parties are given concessions to bypass factual verification to contest. These concessions, via Decision 55/2020, will likely hamper efforts to simplify the political system in Indonesia.
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Indonesia seems to have a surplus of nurses. However, it is unlikely to follow the Philippines in becoming a major exporter in the near future.
An obstacle in eradicating human trafficking in Indonesia stems from issues in governance. This requires strengthening its vision, improving its strategy, leadership and coordination in policy implementation.
Many Indonesian nurses are affected by the slow absorption into a sector that is uncertain of its demand for them; a surplus-shortage paradox.
The Indonesian government’s plan to revise the existing UU ITE raises concerns from opposition and watchdogs speculating that the government is finding new means to criminalize freedom of speech.
The Indonesian government has issued a comprehensive regulation aimed at preventing the development of violent extremism. However, its signing has caused controversy, especially fears of potential witch hunts where people would prejudice and find fault with others.
This is an exclusive statement by FPI lawyer, Aziz Yanuar, sought after its disbandment. The following statement was translated verbatim into English from Bahasa Indonesia.
After 22 years of existence and rife with controversies, the Islamic Defender Front (FPI) has finally collapsed during the Joko Widodo (Jokowi) administration. Was the government right in unilaterally disbanding FPI without warning, much less court proceedings?
As the Job Creation Law plays a strategic role in developing the Indonesian economy, it may assist Indonesia to become a formidable regional and global competitor. Hence, it is important to synergize the law with other legislations, including the Law on the National Educational System.
Indonesia’s overemphasis on post COVID-19 economic recovery through the passing of the Omnibus Law has the potential to prolong economic downturn currently caused by the pandemic. Indonesia seems to be focusing on the wrong policies to meet with existing challenges.