2 hours ago
7
February 6, 2025 | 01:12 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Foreign Affairs Deputy Minister Arif Havas Oegroseno affirms that the direction of the foreign policy of the Indonesian President, Prabowo Subianto, will continue to prioritize the non-aligned active principle. Indonesia does not take a neutral position, it does not lean towards any side, especially in the context of war.
Meanwhile, the non-aligned principle refers to an independent stance or not being dependent on any party. According to Arif, this principle enables Indonesia to have the freedom to seek partner countries and determine foreign policy without having to participate in the decisions of an alliance.
For example, countries whose foreign political decisions depend on alliances are members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the European Union. Member countries of such organizations are obliged to comply with alliance decisions.
"Independence has become a crucial matter now, as many countries consider independence very strategic," said Arif to Tempo at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Kemlu) office on Friday, January 17, 2025.
Furthermore, Arif also explained the active principle of the Prabowo government, which refers to an active stance in the international world. Through the active principle, Indonesia is not just passive and waiting for the actions of other parties.
Before this, the Head of the International Relations Department at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Lina Alexandra, questioned the non-aligned active principle implementation after Indonesia officially joined as a full member of BRICS. She also demanded an explanation that justified Indonesia's joining the organization.
"What benefits do we obtain? What risks must we face? What are the challenges?" Lina said in a press conference broadcasted through CSIS's YouTube account on Monday, January 13, 2024.
Lina explained that the non-aligned principle can only be well-implemented if it is carried out with the active principle. She affirmed that when joining an organization, Indonesia must ensure that it can actively contribute to determining the agenda and formulating policies within that organization.
The detailed direction of Indonesia's foreign policy is discussed in Tempo's special edition magazine on the first 100 days of President Prabowo's work, released this week. In the report "Foreign Politics Under Commander Prabowo," Tempo revealed the dominance of President Prabowo Subianto over foreign political decisions and diplomacy.
As president, Prabowo tends to be reluctant to be dictated to when making decisions about foreign affairs. Decisions made by Prabowo without thorough consideration often cause turmoil domestically and internationally.
Editor's Choice: Prabowo-Gibran and Cabinet Members Attend 102nd NU Anniversary Commemoration at Istora Senayan
Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News
Prabowo Says He Will Reshuffle Ministers Who Don't Work for the People
1 jam lalu
President Prabowo Subianto gives signals to reshuffle his cabinet after 100 days in office.
Survey: Ministers' Bad Behavior is the Highest Contributor to Public Dissatisfaction with Prabowo
15 jam lalu
The behavior of ministers & economic policies that are less pro-poor have contributed to public dissatisfaction with President Prabowo, survey says.
Prabowo-Gibran and Cabinet Members Attend 102nd NU Anniversary Commemoration at Istora Senayan
16 jam lalu
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto accepted the invitation to the peak commemoration of the 102nd Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) Birthday.
Human Rights Minister: Number of Inmates Eligible for Amnesty Subject to Change
18 jam lalu
The government previously announced it is set to grant amnesty to 44,000 inmates.
Continuing to Bend the Law
18 jam lalu
The Prabowo administration is continuing the tradition of crooked law enforcement inherited from its predecessor. This needs to be corrected.
CSIS Criticizes Prabowo's Foreign Policy Practices in 100 Days of Administration
19 jam lalu
CSIS criticizes the non-aligned principle in the Prabowo government.
100 Days of Prabowo: FITRA Suggests Ministers Performance Review for Budget Efficiency
1 hari lalu
FITRA chief Misbah Hasan underscores President Prabowo Subianto's move to issue budget efficiency directives
Prabowo, Former VP Jusuf Kalla Discuss Green Revolution at Presidential Palace
1 hari lalu
Jusuf Kalla provided input on several matters to President Prabowo Subianto.
On the Brink of Authoritarianism
1 hari lalu
Militarism has strengthened in the 100 days of Prabowo Subianto's cabinet. It has given rise to competitive authoritarianism.
Banning Retailers from Selling 3-Kg LPG Is Not Prabowo's Policy, House Deputy Speaker Says
1 hari lalu
The Gerindra Daily Chairperson, Sufmi Dasco Ahmad, said President Prabowo asked the government to allow retailers to sell 3-kilogram LPG.
