Alldo Fellix Januardy

3 weeks ago | lowyinstitute.org | Alldo Fellix Januardy

For decades, much of the world was expected to fall in line with one of two powers: follow Washington’s lead or move into Beijing’s orbit. From infrastructure lending to digital finance, global influence was assumed to flow from dominant capitals outward. But that logic is beginning to fray. Across the Global South, countries are quietly testing new paths – no longer waiting to be chosen, but exploring how to choose more on their own terms. For this group of countries, a different order is emerging.

Mar 11, 2025 | thejakartapost.com | Alldo Fellix Januardy |JS Khairen

Indonesia is no stranger to narrative control by the state. During the New Order era (1966–1998), we had Harmoko, the minister of information, who faithfully opened each press conference broadcast on state TV channel with the sacred phrase: “Menurut petunjuk Bapak Presiden” (According to the President’s instructions).

Dec 6, 2024 | thejakartapost.com | Alldo Fellix Januardy |Tamara Gondo

ndonesia’s social entrepreneurship movement has deep historical roots, existing well before the nation’s independence. Today, it is a promising pathway for combining sustainable business with social impact. As President Prabowo Subianto’s administration emphasizes empowering local businesses, especially micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), social entrepreneurship could be crucial in driving Indonesia toward economic resilience and social progress.

Oct 15, 2024 | straitstimes.com | Alldo Fellix Januardy

Alldo Fellix Januardy and Edbert Gani Suryahudaya Pupils attending a free lunch programme trial at an elementary school in Tangerang, Indonesia, in August. PHOTO: REUTERS Published Oct 16, 2024, 05:00 AM The 2024 election campaign of Indonesia’s President-elect Prabowo Subianto and his running mate, Mr Gibran Rakabuming Raka, was marked by a slew of ambitious promises, but one stood out: free meals for schoolchildren.

Aug 20, 2024 | lowyinstitute.org | Alldo Fellix Januardy

In recent years, Southeast Asia has faced significant challenges in its democratic processes. Thailand’s 2014 military coup and the recent court-ruling ordering the dissolution of the Move Forward Party led to an ostensibly democratic government viewed as authoritarian. Malaysia, once seen as a promising democracy, has been plagued by political scandals and claims of electoral manipulation.