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Jakarta’s gubernatorial election is by far the most significant political event of the year in Indonesia. Not only is Jakarta Indonesia’s biggest and most important city, the election matters because of…
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Trade, security ties and engaging the Indonesian diaspora – what you need to know about Widodo’s Australia visit
Jokowi’s visit was a good deal shorter than the one planned for last year. But it did highlight several important issues in the bilateral relationship.
Why hundreds of thousands of Muslims rallied against the Jakarta governor
An enormous rally in Jakarta, organised by hardline Islamic militia group the Islamic Defenders Front, appears to have mobilised a diverse group of conservative Muslims in Indonesia.
Indonesia’s new cabinet built on political transactions
Great expectations distorts the political horse-trading that shaped the new cabinet of Indonesia.
Facing bumps, but on the right track: Indonesia’s democratic progress
Indonesian activists see that opportunities for them to enter the state arena and influence the policy process are opening up with Joko Widodo's presidency.
Views from abroad: how is the world seeing Australia’s election?
Experts in the UK, US, India, Indonesia and NZ explain how Australia's election is playing out abroad and what's at stake for our neighbours and allies.
Indonesia’s struggle to end corruption is hitting snag after snag
A dynamic new president promised Indonesians sweeping reform of a rotten system. Instead, all they've gotten are baby steps.
Moratorium or not, Indonesia could be abandoning the death penalty
Whether Indonesia’s unofficial 'moratorium' on the death penalty is genuine or temporary, this is an advocacy moment for Australia to seize.
Indonesian cabinet reshuffle: experts respond
We asked experts on Indonesian politics and economy how they see the August 12 cabinet reshuffle.
Victims of rights abuse in Indonesia need more than compensation
Activists and victims of human rights abuses in Indonesia are worried that a new rights committee will not stop the culture of impunity.
Forced rehabilitation of drug users in Indonesia not a solution
Indonesia's war on drugs aims to protect the country's young generation from an alleged "national drug emergency." But the government's coercive approach is harming the people it wishes to protect.
Papuans and Jokowi are hostage to Indonesian politics
The future of Papuans remains subject to the swirling mists of Indonesian national and international political intrigue.
How will a 40% cut in Australian aid affect Indonesia?
Australia has cut aid to Indonesia by 40%. That may cause diplomatic displeasure, but the country has restructured its development programs in recent years to be less dependent on foreign money.
Bali Nine response must manage power shift in Indonesian relations
Indonesians have long felt that Australia lacks respect for their nation's sovereignty, but Indonesia's status as a rising power adds to the urgency of recalibrating our approach to the relationship.
Grattan on Friday: Australia-Indonesia relationship will never be easy
Since Tony Abbott became prime minister, three issues have strained relations with Indonesia. Before the fracture over the fate of Myuran Sukumaran and Andrew Chan, there were difficulties from the Coalition's tow-back policy and a major crisis after revelations of Australian spying.
Mulya Lubis: defender of Chan and Sukumaran and human rights in Indonesia
Indonesia’s most distinguished practising human rights lawyer, Mulya Lubis, is central to continuing efforts in Indonesia to abolish the death penalty.
Bali Nine: poor political leadership creates lasting bilateral problems
The execution of Bali Nine pair Myuran Sukumaran and Andrew Chan presents major problems for the Australian and Indonesian governments.
Grattan on Friday: Two lives that are uniting hearts and dividing countries
Sometimes the way events unfold is so surreal that it's beyond any normal comprehension. It's like that in the dreadful heart-wrenching story of Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran.
Jokowi’s supporters are starting to doubt the ‘Indonesian Obama’
Four months into his presidency, people are appalled by Jokowi's weakness in preventing efforts to undermine Indonesia's anti-graft agency.
Why Indonesia is likely to ignore protests and execute ‘Bali Nine’ duo
Indonesian President Joko Widodo has been on the receiving end of international protests and condemnation for executing foreign nationals in January. He plans to send 11 more convicted drug traffickers…
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Malcolm Smith Professor of Asian Law and Director of the Centre for Indonesian Law, Islam and Society, University of Melbourne
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Visting Lecturer in International Relations and Political Science at Indonesian Defense University & Lecturer, Universitas Jendral Achmad Yani
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Adjunct Professor, Griffith Asia Institute, Griffith University
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Professor of Public Administration, Universitas Gadjah Mada
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PhD Candidate in Politics at the Asia Institute, University of Melbourne
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