Alldo Fellix Januardy
黄国栋

A Jakarta court just decided what happens to a founder's stake when they join government. But founders should figure this out before making the move.

"My grandfather named me 'Pillar of the Nation.' I carried that name for 30 years without knowing what it meant. I learned it only here." — A commencement speech about roots, harmony, and kindness.

Traditional wealth in Indonesia is risk-averse and asset-heavy, leaving tech innovations starved of domestic funding.

Global influence no longer flows solely from dominant capitals – and power itself is changing shape.

While social media narratives continue to be carefully orchestrated, real-life priorities raise serious concerns.

Social enterprises are already contributing despite limited government support. With strategic backing from Prabowo’s administration, their impact could expand significantly.

The initiative to prevent stunting is laudable but its success will depend on fixing some issues, not least the potential for corruption.

Democratic backsliding in Southeast Asia’s largest country will set a poor example for the region.

A lack of rights for Indonesians living and working abroad means they cannot truly be citizens of the world.

Emulating Singapore's gold standard requires investment and strategic reforms

Masalah judi online tak cukup diselesaikan melalui upaya penegakan hukum. Pemerintah perlu mempelajari perilaku masyarakat.

By cracking down on land speculation practices, the government can help stabilize prices and make housing more accessible.

Instead of abdicating responsibility and leaving universities to fend for themselves, the government must commit to providing adequate funding and support to ensure that education remains accessible to all.

Once regarded as a safe haven for Rohingya refugees, Aceh has now adopted a stance of aloofness, treating them as outsiders rather than fellow humans in need of compassion and support.

According to the European Commission, over 174,000 asylum seekers and refugees currently live in Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand.