Joko Widodo
Coverage of Joko Widodo in the Nexus archive.
- Indonesia’s Widodo backs son’s party for 2029 election with new political tour
Indonesia’s former president Joko Widodo has begun a nationwide political tour aimed at strengthening his younger son’s Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) ahead of the 2029 elections. Analysts suggest the tour is intended to elevate PSI from a marginal player to a significant force in Indonesian politics.
- China built Indonesia’s nickel boom. Will it stay for the bust?
PT Gunbuster Nickel Industry (GNI) in North Morowali, built with US$2.7 billion in Chinese investment and inaugurated by then-President Joko Widodo in 2021, was designed as a National Strategic Project to advance Indonesia's nickel industry beyond raw ore exports. The article questions whether China will remain supportive during a potential industry downturn.
- Indonesia Advances Export Control Plan Despite Uncertainty
Indonesia is advancing its export control plan amid uncertainty. The country has increased its operating captive coal capacity eightfold since a decade ago, around the time President Joko Widodo took office.