It is Brunei’s responsibility to quickly announce the Special Envoy so that Asean can begin to implement the five-point consensus.
Jakarta lacks the leverage to effect change in Myanmar and can only plead with others who hold some sway, such as China, Japan, Russia, India, and the US, says Evan A. Laksmana.
Jakarta has filed a diplomatic protest against Beijing’s extensive maritime claims, citing a 2016 UN tribunal ruling that found in favour of the Philippines. But does this mark a policy departure?
As Beijing squanders its strategic capital with its actions in the Natunas, its game of maritime chicken with Jakarta is doing nobody any good.
As Indonesia’s security ties with China deepen, there are concerns ex-general Prabowo Subianto will alter Indonesia’s foreign policy, especially its relationship with China.
The 10-member bloc is discussing a shared vision for the Indo-Pacific, as big powers offer competing ideas for their engagement in the region