A more muscular ‘Indonesia First’ foreign policy under Prabowo?

His nationalist instincts and background will likely see Indonesia adopting a higher profile on the global stage.

Mr Prabowo Subianto can be expected to be more vocal and assertive in making the case for Indonesia’s interests on the world stage. PHOTO: REUTERS
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With Mr Prabowo Subianto set to become the next president, Indonesia’s foreign policy is likely to shift, reflecting the nationalist instincts of the 72-year-old leader.

While the fundamental underpinnings of Indonesia’s traditional non-aligned “free and active” foreign policy stance are not likely to change, Mr Prabowo can be expected to be more vocal and assertive in making the case for Indonesia’s interests on the world stage.

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