Indonesian President Joko Widodo walks past his country's flag on a navy ship during a visit to a military base in the Natuna islands, which border the South China Sea. Photo: Presidential Palace Handout via AFP

Johannes Nugroho

How Indonesia and China can learn to get along

Many Indonesians are sceptical of China’s motives, thanks to decades-old prejudice and Beijing’s recent assertiveness in the South China Sea

Both sides have a long way to go before they reach a mutual understanding, but showing respect – or giving ‘face’ – would be a good start

Johannes Nugroho

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Published: 1:00pm, 30 Jun, 2021

Updated: 1:08pm, 30 Jun, 2021

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How Indonesia and China can learn to get along

Many Indonesians are sceptical of China’s motives, thanks to decades-old prejudice and Beijing’s recent assertiveness in the South China Sea Both sides have a long way to go before they reach a mutual understanding, but showing respect – or giving ‘face’ – would be a good start

Many Indonesians are sceptical of China’s motives, thanks to decades-old prejudice and Beijing’s recent assertiveness in the South China Sea

Both sides have a long way to go before they reach a mutual understanding, but showing respect – or giving ‘face’ – would be a good start