Joko Widodo

Indonesia’s president has a cough, air pollution could be the culprit
President Joko Widodo’s reported month-long cough has prompted government to address pollution; critics are sceptical.
Published On 18 Aug 2023
Ban on Israelis could see Indonesia lose World Beach Games
If Bali loses hosting rights for the Olympic-recognised event, it could hurt the country’s standing, analysts warn.
Published On 17 Jun 2023
Stadium disaster justice loses in Indonesia U-20 World Cup furore
Indonesia lost right to host youth World Cup over pro-Palestine stance but disaster victims say justice more important.
Published On 1 Apr 2023
Surprise delay to Indonesia elections labelled unconstitutional
A Jakarta court ruled that elections set for 2024 cannot take place until at least 2025 but the constitution disagrees.
Published On 29 Mar 2023

With world powers divided over Ukraine war, Indonesia’s president discusses the challenges facing upcoming G20 summit.

Indonesia’s president, who has cast himself as a mediator over Ukraine, says both leaders will travel to resort island.

Rainfall, more than three times the average amount, recorded in Jakarta and West Java resulting in deadly flooding.

Indonesian president wants to reduce top four tiers of government to two in a bid to cut red tape, boost investment.

Once lauded as a promising democrat in Southeast Asia, Joko Widodo has recently allied with anti-democratic forces.

Police detained some 465 people during two nights of street battles that paralysed central Jakarta.

Controversial former army general who twice failed to win presidency named defence minister.

Cofounder of ride-hailing giant Gojek says he was offered a ministerial post by re-elected President Jokowi.

Oath ceremony in Jakarta takes place under heavy security as Widodo starts his second term with a series of challenges.

Joko Widodo has a ‘lot on his plate’ as he takes oath of office for second term as president on Sunday, say analysts.

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