Sirsak’s Post

Sharing a few thoughts on the new structure for Indonesia’s Ministry of Environment and Forestry. It could be the right move despite the challenges ahead—but we shall see! Let me know what you think!

After a successful international conference organisation, there is a new achievement in my career with my PhD student and a great young researcher: a new publication in which I turned back to a topic I started my early career. 🚀 We are thrilled to announce the release of our latest research published in the Journal of Infrastructure, Policy, and Development! 📄 Title: The aid-corruption paradox in development: An examination of provinces in Indonesia 📚 Access the full publication here: https://lnkd.in/dZ_7z68n In this paper, we investigate the complex relationship between foreign aid and corruption across Indonesian provinces. Our study reveals the aid-corruption paradox, where aid can simultaneously promote development and fuel corruption. By applying a spatial panel method over data from 2011 to 2019, we shed light on how foreign grants and loans influence corruption patterns across Indonesia. 🔍 Key highlights: Foreign aid distribution does not always account for corruption levels, particularly in the case of grants. Public complaints and gratification practices significantly impact the flow of foreign loans. Corruption spreads across provinces, suggesting a contagion effect in corrupt practices. We are excited to share our findings with the community and look forward to your feedback! Let’s keep the conversation going on the intersection of foreign aid, governance, and development. #Research #ForeignAid #Corruption #Development #Indonesia #Governance

I’m attending this event as part of the delegation from Indonesia. Who else is going? https://lnkd.in/g7xfjuRP #EconBattleForTechTalent #transformationagenda #economistevents #economist #battletech #techtalent #problemsolving #problemsolver #policies #regulations #futuretech #futuretalent #globaleconomy #academia #government #economiccompetition

Hi, Foreign Policy Enthusiast! Reformation Day is always a reminder of how Indonesia broke free from the iron chains of the New Order. Not talking much, the reformers dared to take bold steps. So, let us reflect on today's reformation as a form of returning the favor to the reformers. Ministry Research and Analysis FPCI Chapter Universitas Brawijaya 2024 #ConnectToCollaborate

Great to join fellow policymakers and analysts for an insightful roundtable discussion on key policies in Brunei Darussalam. We focused on the importance of effective monitoring and evaluation in the policy cycle, ensuring that reforms are responsive and aligned with both local and international expectations. Meaningful dialogue and continuous assessment are essential for creating lasting, positive change. #PolicyReform #MonitoringAndEvaluation #PublicPolicy #Collaboration #Brunei"

Indonesia has been contributing toward the international development within its 'Free and Active' foreign policy since the 1945 independence. How do we evaluate this implementation and should Indonesia position itself in the current geopolitical disputes? Let's hear the insight from CSIS researcher - Shafiah F. Muhibat 🇮🇩🌏 #SisiPeneliti #CSISIndonesia #NalarAjarTerusanBudi

I'm excited to announce that my recent paper has been published by Jurnal Studi Sosial dan Politik UIN Raden Fatah Palembang which is identified as SINTA 4. Although, Indonesia has not signed the Convention of 1951 and the Protocol of 1967 about refugees, however, the authorities of Indonesia have managed multiple responses in managing asylum-seekers of Rohingya who arrived in numerous locations in Indonesia as an impact of ongoing crisis in Myanmar, specifically in Rakhine State. This paper concerns on analysing the Indonesian authorities' measures in dealing with the humanitarian crisis, using Theory of the Humanitarian Assistances for the Refugees as the grand theory of the research. Then, research reveals that in general, the governments of Indonesia have implemented required schemes such as (1) doing coordination with numerous stakeholders, (2) having clear regulations as guidelines, (3) mapping humanitarian parties, (4) allocating temporary settlements, and (5) preventing the future risks. However, for preventing social conflict with local people, the governments were not optimal in doing two agendas: making assimilation and ceasing the circulation of disinformation about Rohingya people on the internet. This paper could be read by clicking this link: https://lnkd.in/gZ5S679Q

Indonesia’s Minister of Finance, Sri Mulyani, held a bilateral meeting with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) Managing Director, Makhtar Diop, to discuss several important global and domestic economic issues. According to her, both parties approved that global economic challenges continue to change and are characterized by various uncertainties, specifically amid a general election year in which more than 70 countries hold their democratic parties. Read more at https://buff.ly/49S7ZG8 #news #LatestNews #indonesia #IFC #heaptalk #economic

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[Archipelagic Ambitions: Indonesia Foreign Policy Objectives and Ambition] Hi, Foreign Policy enthusiast! Foreign policy is a manifestation of the state that embodies its existence. In the process of manifestation, the state includes local elements to reflect the wishes of the nation. So to know Indonesia foreign policy better and it's national interest let's look the three foundation that shapes Indonesia foreign policy. Ministry Research and Analysis FPCI Chapter Universitas Brawijaya 2024 #ConnectToCollaborate