New Delhi [India], March 12 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday held a conversation with his Indonesian counterpart Sugiono and agreed to hold a Joint Commission meeting soon to enhance their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The two leaders exchanged perspectives on the ongoing West Asia conflict, Jaishankar said. In a post on X, Jaishankar … Read more
Indonesia’s decision to accept a deputy commander post in the United States-led International Stabilisation Force (ISF) for Gaza has placed it in a position to play a prominent role in the mission as it prepares to deploy thousands of troops to the war-torn enclave. While the Indonesian government has stressed that its personnel would focus … Read more
ndonesia has entered 2026 with a clearer vision of its foreign policy following Foreign Minister Sugiono’s annual address, analysts say, but questions remain over how Jakarta plans to turn its stated ambitions for resilience into concrete policy. Critics note that persistent issues, including the lack of long-term strategy and a hesitation to speak out decisively … Read more
Archyde: Latest World News, Economy, Entertainment, Health, Technology & Sports Updates Strengthening ASEAN: Addressing Transnational crime as an Existential threat The future of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) hinges on its ability to effectively combat the growing threat of transnational crime. Experts warn that these complex criminal networks are no longer just security … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesia has warned that transnational crimes have evolved into an existential threat that could jeopardize the entire formation project of the ASEAN community. Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono stated that this phenomenon is not just a regular security issue, but a fundamental challenge that threatens the integrity of the region. At the 29th … Read more
Jakarta. A former senior diplomat said Thursday that it wouldn’t be a problem if President Prabowo Subianto picks a non-career diplomat to fill in the vacant US envoy post as Indonesia tries to negotiate Washington’s reciprocal tariffs. US President Donald Trump’s latest tariff salvo has brought to public attention the vacant ambassadorial seat in Washington … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesia and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen and expand their strategic partnership across various fields, from politics and security to trade and investment. This commitment was conveyed during a bilateral meeting between Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the U.S. Department of … Read more
nited States Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed tariffs and ways to deepen defense and security cooperation with Indonesia in a meeting with the Indonesian foreign minister on Wednesday, the US State Department said. Rubio and Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono “discussed ways to deepen defense and security cooperation, including efforts to uphold freedom of navigation … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesia’s Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono stated that the relocation of Gaza residents to Indonesia is not permanent. When the situation improves, he said, they will return to Gaza. He also emphasized that the evacuation is carried out to help children and pregnant women live safely as a humanitarian act. “Everyone must agree. So, … Read more
A month after Indonesia’s 2024 general election, then-President-elect Prabowo Subianto sent a fresh signal on the country’s foreign policy. It was potentially different from that of former President Joko Widodo (properly known as Jokowi) and dispelled the principle of Bebas dan Aktif — “independent and active.” How has Prabowo redirected Indonesia’s foreign policy, and how … Read more