Indonesia presidential hopefuls muted on China dependence

Prabowo, Ganjar heavy on economic diplomacy, Anies wants return to global stage

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An Indonesian naval cadet observes exercises in the North Natuna sea in October 2021: Chinese and Indonesian vessels have clashed in Indonesia's exclusive economic zone. (Antara Foto via Reuters)

ERWIDA MAULIA and ISMI DAMAYANTI, Nikkei staff writers

JAKARTA -- Indonesia's three presidential candidates are unified in their muted response to China's growing clout in Southeast Asia, and in their support of Palestinians. While two are more inward-looking in their foreign policy, with a heavy focus on economic diplomacy, one wants Indonesia to play a greater role on the international stage.

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