Generasi muda memiliki peran penting dalam sejarah demokrasi Indonesia seperti pada masa kemerdekaan dan reformasi. Meskipun tidak terlibat langsung dalam peristiwa sejarah tersebut, tantangan demokrasi kedepan masih ada sehingga semangat generasi muda dalam memperkuat demokrasi Indonesia sangatlah penting. Untuk memperkuat semangat ini, Indonesia Youth Democracy Forum kembali hadir dengan mengusung tema “Owning the Journey of Our Democracy.”

Recently, on many occasions, the US President and EU leaders have been talking about a de-risking strategy. A strategy to diversify its economy and put an end to economic dependency. European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, introduced the term de-risking in March 2023 in describing the EU’s approach in diversifying its supply chain away from China. This de-risking strategy generally covered reducing dependencies, non-tariff measures, diversification of sources, and boosting domestic production.

Disentanglement from China’s established dominance in global supply chains, especially in critical sectors like electronics and raw materials, remains difficult. In 2022, China accounted for 70% of the world’s raw material production. China is among the US and EU’s top 3 biggest trading partners. The translation of “de-risking” itself still varied. While the EU is mainly motivated by the potential disruption in the European economy due to overdependence, the US finds itself having a more hawkish interaction with China.

Against this background, Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia is back with a Global Town Hall Series on “The US and European De-risking Strategy” to delve into the different perspectives between the Global North and Global South countries

FPCI-GRIPS Virtual Public Forum on Addressing Geopolitical Challenges in the Region and Beyond through ASEAN-Led Mechanisms.

Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia (FPCI) hadir dengan program Foreign Policy Ideas (FP Ideas). Program ini berfokus pada peran penting akademisi dalam perkembangan kebijakan luar negeri Indonesia dengan berkontribusi dalam mengkaji konstelasi geopolitik, mengamati perkembangan, menganalisa berbagai kebijakan dan inisiatif dari berbagai negara serta memberikan masukan dalam proses perumusan serta evaluasi kebijakan luar negeri Indonesia. Kali ini, FP Ideas kembali dengan tema “Foreign Policy as Public Policy” di mana para pembicara berbagi pandangan, observasi, dan penjelasan kenapa kebijakan luar negeri juga merupakan kebijakan publik.

Trade protectionism, a policy adopted by nations to safeguard their domestic industries from foreign competition, has long been a contentious issue in the realm of international economics. The rationale behind protectionism often centers on protecting emerging industries, preserving jobs, and maintaining national security. However, these measures can also lead to trade wars, inefficiencies, and higher costs for consumers. As countries navigate the complexities of globalization, the debate over the merits and drawbacks of protectionism versus free trade continues to shape economic policies and international relations. In recent years, trade protectionism has resurged as a significant factor influencing global markets. Major economies, including the United States and China, have engaged in tit-for-tat tariff escalations, profoundly impacting global supply chains and economic stability. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, understanding the dynamics of trade protectionism and its implications for international cooperation, economic growth, and global trade norms is more crucial than ever. Against this background, Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia brought back a Global Town Hall Series on “Balancing Interest: A North-South Dialogue on Trade Protectionism” to delve into the different perspectives between the Global North and Global South countries.

In order to dive deeper into the achievements, experiences, and views on Indonesia’s relations with Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay, Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia (FPCI) convened an enlightening conversation with Ambassador Niniek Kun Naryatie in a public discussion on “Ambassadorial Debrief: Indonesia-Argentina Relations.”

As the world focuses on the ongoing war in Gaza. Countries have mentioned the two-state solution to resolve the conflict. However, the current situation is not in favor of that end goal. What are the latest updates on the Gaza War? What is the outlook for the two-state solution and its impact on the future of the Middle East? Given this background, FPCI convened “A Candid Conversation with Ambassador Mona Juul on the Gaza Situation, Two-State Solution, and the Future of the Middle East.”

As the world continues to grapple with the ongoing war in Ukraine, the war in Gaza, and the intense geopolitical rivalry between the U.S. and China, the US foreign policy landscape remains a dynamic and fascinating topic. Moreover, the upcoming U.S. election will have far-reaching implications for both U.S. domestic politics and globally. What are the latest updates on U.S. foreign policy? How might the upcoming U.S. election impact U.S. development and global politics? Given this background, FPCI convened an in-person public discussion titled “A Conversation with Ambassador Robert Blake: Updates on U.S. Foreign Policy and Election.”

The growth of China’s economic, political, diplomatic, military, cultural, social and technological power has become one of the defining features of the 21st century world system. Within a few years, China is set to overtake the US as the world’s largest economy. China has become a key trading artner to many countries in Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America. The growth of China’s power also comes with a greater sense of global entitlement and ambition. China’s rise has fueled a greater sense of insecurities in some western countries, who see China as a competitor and rival. The US in particular sees China as a country that has the capability to undermine its primacy in world affairs. Countries in the global south, with some exceptions, have generally been open minded and welcoming towards China’s rise. All in all, there is no question that China’s rise has reshaped the world order in the 21st century. Against this backdrop, FPCI will convene a Global Town Hall Series on “what does China’s rise mean to the rest of the world?” hailing speakers from North-South-East-West to share their views on how China’s rise is seen from their respective countries.