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Chinese hand in Indonesia housing scheme brings challenges, opportunities
Opinion article by Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat Yeta Purnama, published in The Geopolitics.
Read publicationHow China can capitalize on Indonesia’s new $900 billion investment fund
Opinion article by Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat Yeta Purnama, published in The China Global South Project.
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The prospects of decarbonizing Indonesia’s steel industry: How green steel helps shape industrial competitiveness
The global steel industry is accelerating its transition toward net-zero emissions, with roadmaps emphasizing the use of green hydrogen and Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) technology. However, Indonesia’s steel sector faces significant challenges, as carbon emissions rose sharply between 2019 and 2020 and are projected to reach 24.9 million tons by 2030. Although companies such as Krakatau Steel and Posco Korea have begun decarbonization efforts, their expansion plans—such as the “Cilegon 10 Million Ton Stee
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Danantara: Prabowo govt. debuts new investment superholding to turbocharge Indonesia’s economy
Opinion article by Nailul Huda, published in Independent Observer.
Read publicationTunjangan Hari Raya bagi pekerja gig, mungkinkah?
An opinion article by Nailul Huda, published in CNBC.
Read publicationCentral Java: an Indonesian province of interest to China
An opinion article by Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat Yeta Purnama, published in Australian Outlook.
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Looking towards MENA (Middle East and North Africa): Alternative investment partners for Indonesia’s energy transition
CELIOS launched the Indonesia-MENA Desk alongside its study, “Looking Towards MENA: Alternative Investment Partners for Indonesia’s Energy Transition.” The report emphasizes the importance of seeking new financing partners amid shifting global geopolitics. Donald Trump’s pro-fossil fuel agenda, which could weaken international climate cooperation, and China’s dominance in financing coal-fired power plants in Indonesia highlight the risks of relying solely on longstanding partners in the clean energy transition. S
Read publicationIndonesia’s manufacturing gamble: turning trade wars into economic opportunity
An op-ed by Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat and Yeta Purnama, published in China Global South.
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Indicators for measuring ministry performance
Opinion article by Muhammad Saleh, published in Tempo.
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As Prabowo and Erdogan draw closer, potential pitfalls emerge for Jakarta
An opinion article by Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat, published in NUS.
Read publicationRising tide of criminal activity darkens China-Indonesia relations
Opinion article by Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat Yeta Purnama, published in International Affairs.
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Mining false solutions: The controversy of JETP in the Ijen Geothermal Project
In the implementation of the JETP program, the Blawan-Ijen geothermal power plant project in East Java secured substantial funding, including USD 126 million from the DFC. However, field studies show that the project’s implementation falls far short of the “just” principles promised in the JETP documents. There is a discrepancy between the Environmental Impact Assessment (AMDAL) and practices on the ground, from consultations held only through the Village Heads Forum without directly involving residents, to community complaints that went unanswered by the company. Instead of
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