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?
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.
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.