Battle over memory: Why the Indonesian government’s plan to rewrite its history books should alarm us
If today’s rewriting goes unchallenged, tomorrow’s students may face the same fate: groomed not to think, but to comply.
Tama Salim
Indonesia touts China sea deal without concession
A senior ministry official insisted that Indonesia maintained its long-standing position on China’s claim, and that further speculation “should not go beyond” the expressly…
South-east Asian lawmakers call for action against Myanmar junta
Myanmar has been beset by social, political and economic chaos ever since its military overthrew the democratically elected government in 2021.
Indonesia warns of deepening conflict
Indonesia’s turn to speak at the assembly came just a day after the United States said it would act “decisively” against Russian threats to deploy its nuclear arsenal.
Indonesia warns of global food insecurity
Indonesia has raised the alarm on a potential fertilizer shortage that could jeopardize the food security of billions of people worldwide.
Jokowi, Hollywood actor get Global Citizen Award
As the leader of Indonesia’s G-20 presidency, Jokowi has promoted global cooperation over geopolitical division following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February.