The government and House of Representatives agreed to revise the Constitutional Court law to weaken the institution. There are indications of attempts to protect the Prabowo-Gibran government. 

Press freedom is increasingly in peril in the end of Jokowi’s term of office.

The risk of rupiah depreciation might come from both the real sector and the financial market.

Agriculture Ministry high-ranking officials routinely took up collections to raise money for Syahrul Yasin Limpo from 2020 to 2023. They often used the treasurer’s cash account.

Economist Muhamad Chatib Basri explains the challenges facing the Indonesian economy.

The Geological Agency already issued warnings of imminent ‘cold lava’ since last year. The Lembah Anai area’s land use designation was changed.

Democracy requires opposition so that government policies can be kept in check.

Cartoon: Yuyun Nurrachman

The latest revision to the Constitutional Court Law severely restricts the independence of Constitutional Court judges. Perpetuating authoritarian power.

Narendra Modi is likely to serve his third term as the Prime Minister of India. His campaigns are based on populism and religion.

A MEMBER of the Baduy Tribe takes a selfie while walking towards the Lebak Regency pavilion in Rangkasbitung, Lebak, Banten, Friday, May 17. The traditional thanksgiving event of Seba Baduy, participated by 1,500 Baduy Tribe members, is held from May 17 to 19. ANTARA/Muhammad Bagus Khoirunas

This year, Indonesia and India mark 75 years of diplomatic relations. However, the ties between the two nations have existed much longer, predating the establishment of the Republic of Indonesia and the Republic of India. These connections span social, cultural, religious, economic, and trade aspects. But do those close ties of the past have any bearing on the present relationship? Why is there no direct flight between the capitals of the two countries?

Indian Ambassador to Indonesia and Timor-Leste, Sandeep Chakravorty, shares his views on this matter at TEMPO TALKS.