Konten
Toward Prabowo’s Command Democracy
The idea of indirect local elections was planned by Prabowo Subianto long before he became president. His way of realizing command democracy.
Letter From Edisi : Monday, January 12, 2026
Prabowo’s Suharto-style Budgeting
The government was late publishing the 2026 State Budget Law. Economic risks are increasing at a time when budgeting is losing credibility.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, January 12, 2026
Small Candles of Resistance Art
The political climate brought about by repression has sparked an explosion of art inspired by resistance. Young artists are at the forefront.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, January 12, 2026
The Prosecutors’ Dirty Cleanup
The AGO is not serious about cleaning up its staff involved in extortion. A stance supported by the weak KPK.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, January 12, 2026
A Stepping Stone for Prabowo’s Command Politics
The proposal for indirect regional head elections offers no benefits for political parties. It is a way of accommodating the return of the election of the president to the People’s Consultative Assembly.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, January 12, 2026
Indonesia 2026: Noise in Uncertainty
Why we are publishing the Indonesia 2026 special edition. Crucial topics that demand attention.
Letter From Edisi : Monday, January 5, 2026
Facing a Year of Challenges
President Prabowo is isolated in an echo chamber. Out of touch with reality.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, January 5, 2026
Leisure Economy
Letter From the Editor appears only in the digital edition. Other readers discuss flooding and a nuclear power plant.
Letters Edisi : Monday, December 29, 2025
A Rhizomatic Movement Against Militarism
Sporadic youth movements are spreading to prevent Indonesia from falling into the military’s grip. These need endurance to ensure the struggle does not rapidly fade away.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, December 29, 2025
The Illusion of a National Electric Car
The national electric car project is to receive government incentives and support from Danantara. It is rife with conflicts of interest.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, December 22, 2025
The Wrong Way to Adapt to the Climate Crisis
Natural disasters caused by the climate crisis cannot entirely be prevented. Stop policies that worsen the destruction.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, December 22, 2025
Waking up After Disaster Strikes
Parts of Sumatra were hit by floods resulting from the arbitrary granting of permits to clear forests. Now Papua is under threat.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, December 22, 2025
The Munir Case Deadlock
Efforts by Komnas HAM to reopen the Munir murder case have led to intervention by the House of Representatives. There is no good faith.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, December 22, 2025
Fiscal Dilemma in Disaster Management
Budget cuts are taking a toll on disaster response. The country is struggling to keep up.
Letters Edisi : Monday, December 15, 2025
Nuclear Power Plant Homework
Indonesia is considering developing nuclear power plants in partnership with a Russian company. Institutional and safety preparedness is uncertain.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, December 15, 2025
Dust off the Arya Daru Case
The mystery of Arya Daru’s death erodes public trust in the police. The investigation must be more professional and transparent.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, December 15, 2025
Redeeming the Sins of the Constitutional Court
The Constitutional Court under the leadership of Suhartoyo passes many progressive rulings. It needs to beware of the risk of intervention.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, December 15, 2025
The Middle Class Illusion of Growth
Domestic consumption is the main contributor to Indonesian economic growth. An economy based on recreation has fragile foundations.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, December 15, 2025
Crimes against the Environment
Environmental damage occurs due to human greed that has no conscience. The price of basic necessities has risen immeasurably.
Letters Edisi : Monday, December 8, 2025
The Capricious Digital Loan Sharks
Online-lending platforms aggressively target young people who have no stable income. Oversight is failing.