Addressing Indonesia’s Maritime Needs: Jokowi’s Ground and Sea-level Challenges
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The new Jokowi government faces a major challenge to upgrade its maritime policy to safeguard Indonesia’s economic and defence needs. Besides securing its sea-lanes and overcoming logistical hurdles, the policy has to address the needs of Indonesia’s fishing and sea-based communities across the archipelago.
The Spectacular Rise of Joko Widodo: How Long Can He Last as President?
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The inauguration of President Joko Widodo today, 20 Oct 2014, has raised hopes of a new beginning for Indonesia. Can he assuage doubts about his political longevity?
Is Prime Minister’s Anger at ‘Hate Preachers’ Justified?
Hizb ut Tahrir has condemned the terrorist group Islamic State and is overtly non-violent - so why is Tony Abbott "angry and frustrated" he hasn't been able to ban the group, and hopeful new laws will allow him to do so?
Brazil’s Re-emerging Arms Industry: The Challenges Ahead – Analysis
Brazil’s defence industry is experiencing a mini-comeback. However, it faces tough decisions in creating an economically and technologically competitive arms-producing capability.