Indonesian President Joko Widodo with Vice-President Ma'ruf Amin (right). Photo: AFP

Jokowi’s foes now want to be his friends. Will playing nice benefit Indonesia?

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After a divisive election, the country is crying out for new infrastructure, improved labour conditions and a revitalised manufacturing sector
Co-opting Prabowo Subianto and allies into Joko Widodo’s coalition may help political stability and allow for focus on economic reforms. But there are downsides

Published: 3:19pm, 3 Jul, 2019

Updated: 8:22pm, 3 Jul, 2019

Indonesian President Joko Widodo with Vice-President Ma'ruf Amin (right). Photo: AFP

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