Indonesia’s elections in February are almost certain to be a win for the oligarchs as corruption and inequality continue to fester.
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Indonesia’s elections are turning into contests between interconnected elites who have similar visions for the country’s future.
China’s central government will be forced to wean the country’s economy off its dependence on the real estate sector.
China seeks to control the South China Sea by using its power to bend specific rules within existing frameworks to align with its interests.
Indonesian democracy declines as Joko Widodo’s term ends, with dynastic politics and weakened institutions ahead of the 2024 elections.
China’s Belt and Road Initiative continues to expand its global influence, particularly in developing autocracies, leveraging infrastructure and tech investments.
Taiwan’s elections center on managing cross-strait relations with China, amid concerns of Beijing’s influence.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim struggled with economic woes, coalition tensions, and diminishing public confidence in his first year.
Indonesia is sticking with its nickel export ban to enhance domestic industry and leverage global battery demand.
Xi Jinping’s “Made in China 2025” program miscalculated. By driving away foreign firms, it has hurt innovation and growth.