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Joko Widodo
Prabowo Subianto Widens Lead in Latest Indonesia Election Polls
By Sebastian Strangio
Do the results suggest significant public support for the defense minister's appointment of President Joko Widodo's son as his running-mate?
Indonesia’s Jokowi Urges Biden to ‘Do More’ to Halt Gaza Atrocities
By Sebastian Strangio
The Indonesian leader told his U.S. counterpart that a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas “is a must for the sake of humanity.”
Jokowi to Press Biden on Israel-Hamas War During White House Meeting
By Sebastian Strangio
The Indonesian leader, who will meet Joe Biden on Monday, says that he will press the U.S. president to bring the Israeli attacks on Gaza to an end.
Indonesia’s Bharatayudha: The Unraveling Alliance Between Jokowi and the PDI-P
By Virdika Rizky Utama
The growing estrangement between the Indonesian president and the party that he represented at the past two presidential elections could shape the country's future political trajectory.
Jokowi’s Washington Visit Could Boost Bilateral Ties – or Highlight Problems
By Scot Marciel
President Joko Widodo and his team arrive in Washington at an uncertain time in U.S.-Indonesia relations.
Indonesian Chief Justice Dismissed for ‘Serious’ Ethics Violation
By Sebastian Strangio
Anwar Usman should have recused himself from a Constitutional Court ruling that allowed President Joko Widodo's son, his nephew by marriage, to run in next year's presidential election.
Indonesia’s Dramatic Turn Toward Semi-Authoritarianism and Dynastic Politics
By Rizal Ramli
President Joko Widodo is using the powers of the state in an unprecedented bid to shape his country's political trajectory.
Indonesian Presidential Candidates Call on President to Remain Neutral
By Sebastian Strangio
The comments from Anies Baswedan and Ganjar Pranowo follow the appointment of President Joko Widodo's son as their rival's vice presidential running mate.
Indonesia’s Constitutional Court to Investigate Ethics Complaints Regarding Election Ruling
By Sebastian Strangio
Complainants allege that last week's ruling, which paved the way for President Joko Widodo's 36-year-old son to run in next year's election, was politically motivated.
Prabowo Maintains Narrow Lead in Indonesian Presidential Polls
By Sebastian Strangio
The February 14 is shaping up as a competition to see who can most successfully claim the legacy of President Joko Widodo.
Gibran in the Spotlight: Where Jokowi’s Legacy Meets Prabowo’s Ambition
By Virdika Rizky Utama
President Joko Widodo's son will run in next year's election as Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto's vice presidential running-mate. What are the implications for Indonesian democracy?
Indonesia, China Vow to Expand Economic Cooperation
By Sebastian Strangio
This week's Belt and Road Forum has demonstrated that many Southeast Asian leaders still view China as central to their nations’ economic prosperity.