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Indonesia

Subianto’s vision

In the wake of Prabowo Subianto’s recent victory in Indonesia’s Presidential election, the world is brimming with anticipation and scepticism.

Fair Trade call

The recent revelation that India intends to oppose the extension of a global ban on cross-border e-commerce duties at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) raises critical questions about the intersection of technology, commerce, and international relations.

Democracy alarms

In the sprawling archipelago of Indonesia, where democracy has been a beacon of hope in a region plagued by autocrats and juntas

The Indian Way

Can we do what China did to become a global manufacturing hub? We have a parliamentary democracy and a Constitution that guarantees freedom and fundamental rights of citizens. Land acquisition and labour laws in India cannot be made harsh to attract foreign investment in manufacturing. We must protect our environment and must not allow it to get damaged in a bid to emulate China. Development is always meant for the people and must aim at improving their lives

WEF signs pact with Indonesia for ocean conservation

The World Economic Forum (WEF) on Thursday signed, at the Annual Meeting 2023, a new partnership with the Indonesian government to support its ambitions to scale blue carbon restoration and ocean conservation efforts.

Outlaws now

Indonesia, which already had adultery as an offence, has now added itself to the list of countries that criminalise both premarital and extramarital sex.