JAKARTA -- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's global ambitions are being hamstrung by what diplomats and observers describe as policy paralysis at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, amid its alleged disconnect with the president.
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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto was the chief guest at India's Republic Day celebrations on Jan. 26. 2025. The president is seen taking an active lead in diplomacy around the world, but critics say the foreign ministry needs to step up. © Reuters
JAKARTA -- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's global ambitions are being hamstrung by what diplomats and observers describe as policy paralysis at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, amid its alleged disconnect with the president.