The Indian Ocean Research Programme is pleased to release its
latest Strategic
Analysis Paper: Indonesian Foreign Policy: Blind Spots, Stress Points and
Potential Pitfalls.
In this paper, FDI Research Analyst Jarryd de Haan identifies some of the most important challenges that will confront Indonesia in the years ahead. Among those challenges are Indonesia’s leadership role in ASEAN, its position as a Muslim beacon of democracy and the need to reduce its dependence on China by broadening its economic relationships with other countries. Of equal importance is the need to counter the appeal of populism and the phantom threats that distract officials from addressing deeper foreign policy issues.
The paper can also be downloaded directly from the Future Directions International website at: http://www.futuredirections.org.au/all-publications/
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The Lacklustre Australia-Indonesia Economic Relationship
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Indonesia: Fire Count at Record Low for 2017
Higher rainfall helped to alleviate the fire season but some credit is owed to the Indonesian Government which should continue to focus on preventive measures.
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Consequences of Inequality in Indonesia: Extremism, Corruption and Economic Costs
Economic inequality in Indonesia is largely derived from the disproportionate amount of wealth and influence held by the top one per cent of the population. The consequences of that include greater susceptibility of the poor to extremism through cheap or free religious education, a lack of social services stemming from corruption and long-term economic costs for the whole country.
Indonesia: Economic Developments and Future Prospects
In this paper, FDI Research Analyst Jarryd de Haan identifies some of the most important challenges that will confront Indonesia in the years ahead. Among those challenges are Indonesia’s leadership role in ASEAN, its position as a Muslim beacon of democracy and the need to reduce its dependence on China by broadening its economic relationships with other countries. Of equal importance is the need to counter the appeal of populism and the phantom threats that distract officials from addressing deeper foreign policy issues.
The paper can also be downloaded directly from the Future Directions International website at: http://www.futuredirections.org.au/all-publications/
Related Papers and Articles:
The Lacklustre Australia-Indonesia Economic Relationship
One of Australia’s most important bilateral partners, Indonesia is expected to become the fourth-largest world economy in terms of gross domestic product by 2050. With significant growth expected as the size of its middle class continues to expand, Indonesia provides an opportunity for Australian businesses to tap into a large and increasingly affluent market. So far, however, the economic relationship has failed to reflect the full geostrategic importance of the wider relationship.
Indonesia: Fire Count at Record Low for 2017
Higher rainfall helped to alleviate the fire season but some credit is owed to the Indonesian Government which should continue to focus on preventive measures.
Indonesia: Deforestation puts Jakarta Water Security at Risk
Reducing deforestation in the Ciliwung River basin will help to improve water security in Jakarta and contribute greatly to the reduction of carbon emissions globally.
Consequences of Inequality in Indonesia: Extremism, Corruption and Economic Costs
Economic inequality in Indonesia is largely derived from the disproportionate amount of wealth and influence held by the top one per cent of the population. The consequences of that include greater susceptibility of the poor to extremism through cheap or free religious education, a lack of social services stemming from corruption and long-term economic costs for the whole country.
Indonesia: Economic Developments and Future Prospects
Although the Indonesian economy continues to enjoy strong growth, and may even become the world’s fourth-largest by 2050, investment is desperately needed to improve infrastructure, which is necessary for future growth. Good progress has been made in introducing reforms to help small businesses and the country’s growing middle class has the potential to be a significant future driver of the economy.
Kind regards,
Leighton
Leighton G. Luke
Manager
Indian Ocean Research Programme
Independent Strategic Analysis of Australia’s Global Interests
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