Indonesia Jumps Out of A Hole
Indonesia Jumps Out of a Hole Commentary by Wayne Forrest Indonesians are known for their resilience and patience, especially when facing adverse circumstances. Both qualities are being severely tested currently. […]
A Model For Venezuela
January 2026 Commentary by Wayne Forrest Oil once dominated the US-Indonesia narrative in a way resembling what we are seeing with Venezuela. Although there were trials and tribulations it never […]
Continuity, State Activism, Multilateral Engagement: Prabowo’s First Year
Commentary by Wayne Forrest President Prabowo’s first year in office has been characterized by a combination of continuity, state activism and multilateral engagement. Upon assuming the presidency in October 2024, […]
Is Indonesia At a Crossroads in Perpetuity?
Commentary by Wayne Forrest I’ve recently read several articles about Indonesia at a strategic crossroads related to China and the US, obviously related to US tariffs. It was a kind […]
Midyear Outlook
Midyear Outlook Commentary by Wayne Forrest Indonesia must be experiencing whiplash after receiving President Trump’s tariff notification letter last week. Beginning August 1, the 32% tariff announced in April will […]
Follow The Bouncing Ball
May 2025 Commentary by Wayne Forrest Remember those cartoons with song lyrics and a bouncing ball. The ball helped you match the words with the music. I wish I had […]
August Surprise
September 2024 Commentary by Wayne Forrest The last week of August in the US is slow and sleepy; most people are on vacation. Its very possible some Outlook/ Indonesia readers […]
Idealism and Realism Meet in Indonesia’s New Capital
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What is Indonesia’s Development Model
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Indonesia’s Response to Hamas Attacks
Indonesia’s Response to Hamas Attacks Commentary by Wayne Forrest A few days ago Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo said that the Israel-Gaza conflict should be resolved according to United Nations-agreed parameters […]