Indonesia electionIndonesia presidential hopefuls muted on China dependence
Prabowo, Ganjar heavy on economic diplomacy, Anies wants return to global stage
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
February 8, 2024 11:07 JST
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.