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Merah Putih... Incorporated?
Merah Putih once united Indonesia against colonial rule. Today it appears across government and commercial initiatives. Has the symbol become a brand?
Aug 9
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Leigh McKiernon
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Who Pays If Indonesia's Best Leave?
Indonesia's push for overseas skilled workers raises difficult questions about brain drain, the demographic dividend, tax revenue and future economic…
Aug 2
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Leigh McKiernon
5
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Who Exactly Is a Londo Ireng?
A colonial-era phrase has returned to Indonesian politics. The history of londo ireng, its evolving meaning, and why it matters again in 2026.
Jul 27
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Leigh McKiernon
14
4
Classroom Cartels, Pt. II: Was I Wrong?
Elite schools, startup hiring, venture capital and social capital in Indonesia. Why familiarity may have been rewarded over merit during the startup…
Jul 19
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Leigh McKiernon
1
Can a Commissioner Be Independent If They Owe Their Seat to Someone Else?
Recent commissioner appointments have reignited questions about corporate governance, independence and political influence in Indonesia's largest…
Jul 14
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Leigh McKiernon
2
Who Really Holds Power in Indonesia?
Why would soldiers guard prosecutors? Why do police investigate prosecutors? Indonesia's institutions make more sense once you understand the history.
Jul 12
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Leigh McKiernon
4
Does Indonesia Understand The Risk It Is Asking People To Take?
A state-linked venture capital case has exposed a deeper problem for Indonesia: how to separate failure, risk, judgment, and corruption.
Jun 28
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Leigh McKiernon
4
Does Indonesia’s 5% GDP Growth Pass the Smell Test?
Indonesia’s headline GDP growth remains near 5%, but what is really driving the number, and does it match the wider economy?
Jun 15
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Leigh McKiernon
2
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Should Indonesia’s Startup Cheerleaders Be Held Accountable for the Fallout?
The reckoning in Indonesia’s startup scene should not end with a few bad names while the hype machine moves on untouched.
Jun 10
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Leigh McKiernon
2
Indonesia’s Economy Is Supposedly Doing Great. So Why Does It Feel So Fragile?
Indonesia’s economy is still growing, but investors are questioning the story behind the numbers, from the rupiah to policy risk.
Jun 7
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Leigh McKiernon
3
2
What Is 'Prabowonomics', and What Does It Mean for Indonesia?
Indonesia is betting on a stronger state to make growth more visible. Prabowonomics will depend on whether ambition becomes delivery.
Jun 2
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Leigh McKiernon
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Why Does Indonesia Struggle To Execute Its Best Ideas?
Indonesia has bold ideas like Danantara and MBG, but weak execution keeps turning national ambition into frustration. Why does this keep happening?
May 31
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Leigh McKiernon
13
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