Indonesia’s democratic decline: Implications for future relations with Australia

By Hangga Fathana, Universitas Islam Indonesia, April 17, 2024

Uncertainty surrounds Prabowo Subianto’s foreign policy direction amid Indonesia’s democratic decline, noting his history of shifting stances from ultra-nationalism to projecting a good neighbour image. This highlights the potential implications for Indonesia’s relations with Australia, requiring cautious observation as Prabowo navigates his new role as president. On 20 March 2024, the Indonesian Commission of Election […]

Indonesia’s democratic decline: Implications for future relations with Australia

Hangga Fathana is an Assistant Professor at the Department of International Relations and also serves as the University Secretary of Universitas Islam Indonesia. His research focuses on significant issues associated with the global political economy, trade politics, and capitalism. This article was originally published on https://www.internationalaffairs.org.au/australianoutlook/indonesias-democratic-decline-implications-for-future-relations-with-australia/

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