Jokowi

Today’s Indonesia wants to be liked. Consider this transition as an exercise in soft power

The coming presidential election will offer its citizens an opportunity to demonstrate their fealty to the idea of Indonesia

It’s also a way for Jokow to leave behind a legacy of growth and investment

Indonesia's 2024 presidential election will be critical.

SINGAPORE (Apr 29): President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) cruised to victory in last week’s presidential election against his only challenger, Prabowo Subianto. The “quick count” of votes showed Jokowi winning the election by a clear majority of around 54%

SINGAPORE (Apr 22): “I’m a kiasu Singaporean. Being first in line for this is a privilege that will never happen again.” — Justin Zheng, who was the first in line to eat at US burger chain Shake Shack in Jewel Changi Airport on its April 17 openin

JAKARTA (Oct 4): In a testament to the rising consumer potential of the world’s No. 6 emerging market, Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo has tapped for guidance the king of Chinese e-commerce: Jack Ma.

HONG KONG (May 16): Indonesian corporate dollar bonds have turned into Asia’s best performers this year and fund managers say the chances of the nation winning a higher debt rating could supercharge the rally.