Situation in the South China Sea is heating up again after China published a new map. The Philippines hastily created a counter map.

The ASEAN Summit was not serious about resolving the humanitarian crisis in Myanmar. It was busy with matters of profit and image.

Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi says it is imperative for ASEAN to maintain a consistent attitude on the Myanmar crisis. She also discusses Indonesia’s fundamental stance regarding the South China Sea, Indonesia’s G20 presidency, the outcome of her meeting with the Taliban’s representative and the termination of REDD++ cooperation with Norway.

Topi Park becomes the Bogor Town Square. But the road is congested.

Indonesia has yet to take any action to counter the incursion of Chinese ships into Indonesia’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ) in the North Natuna Sea. Diplomatic pressure is warranted.

Exploration of the Tuna Block’s second well is continuing despite protests from China. Oil and gas production in the North Natuna Sea is very cost-efficient.

Poaching produce in the North Natuna Sea is not only triggered by economic need. According to the Director of the Fleet Monitoring and Operations of the Marine and Fisheries Resources Directorate-General in the Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Ministry, Pung Nugroho Saksono, a conflict similar to the Sipadan-Ligitan case between Malaysia and Indonesia should not be allowed to recur.