Indonesia's presumptive President-elect, Prabowo Subianto, faces the challenge of balancing his foreign policy between continuing his predecessor Joko Widodo's business-friendly relations with Beijing and attracting more American investment and trade, while also honoring Jokowi's populist policies. Analysts speculate that Prabowo, known for his strong-willed yet volatile pragmatism, is unlikely to disrupt the economic cooperation established with China by Widodo. His past record suggests a pragmatic approach rather than ideological, with expectations leaning towards a continuation of Jokowi's policies. However, concerns about Prabowo's authoritarian tendencies and how they might influence his presidency, including his diplomatic handling and relationship with countries like Australia, are also highlighted.
Like Trump, Indonesia’s next president Prabowo Subianto will require careful diplomatic handling. Australia will need to select a “Prabowo whisperer” to keep the relationship on an even keel. Strongman’s road to democracy https://t.co/wmiJJ7iYGO
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What will Prabowo’s foreign policy be like? Likely a continuation of Jokowi's business-friendly relations with Beijing, as also attempts to attract more American investment and trade will continue. More from @globalsarang https://t.co/ETCwFBim14
What will Prabowo’s foreign policy be like? His past record indicates that the ex-general is much more a strong-willed, if volatile, pragmatist than an ideologue, writes @globalsarang https://t.co/ETCwFBim14