The controversy incident in the West Java Governor candidate debate is not new in Indonesian politics, especially during the election period. The diversity of the Indonesian society, formed by the many varieties of cultures and religions, is often used as a campaign tool for political and party elites.
Read MoreThis article is posted in conjunction with the 38th Regular Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, held on 18th June—06 July 2018. What gives this session added value is that much of the agenda is based on commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR, 10 December 1948).
Read MoreThere is no one way solution to avoid fake news because the creators evolve and use many strategies to create a “better” fake news. Therefore, to avoid them can be quite a challenge. However, we are able to learn the way they manufacture fake news and learn their tactics, making us immune and unaffected. Eventually, we can be wiser in reading information on social media and, in the end, keep our sane minds.
Read MoreDespite the many geological, cultural, and demographic differences between the Republic of Indonesia and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the countries share many similar values that have strengthened bilateral relations for many decades. As stated by His Excellency Mr. Walid Al Hadid, Ambassador of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to Indonesia, those similarities are the driving forces of a better relationship.
Read MoreASEAN turns 50 this year, and in a recent summit hosted by President Duterte, civil servants and the capacity they have to ensure effective governments were brought into concern. Although at first glance this would be seen as mere fodder to show that the summit has concluded with standard sentiments that all nations can agree upon, this is not the first time for ASEAN when it comes to advocating reform in government bureaucracy. Indeed, Secretary-Generals of ASEAN have always advocated for good governance. The problem that arises is the extent to which Indonesia can realize their own vision of clean and a productive bureaucracy.
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