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?

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

Topic | Indonesia

Amy Chew

Published: 3:19pm, 3 Jul, 2019

Updated: 1:40pm, 12 Dec, 2019

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

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Amy Chew

Amy Chew is a journalist based in Kuala Lumpur who has covered regime change in Asia and parts of the Middle East, giving her a unique insight into the economic, social and political factors that reshapes society.