Indonesia

Indonesia’s new anti-graft chief sworn in amid alleged extortion scandal

The appointment comes after the ex-commissioner was named a suspect in a corruption case involving the former agriculture minister.

Indonesian lawmakers approve Jokowi ally as military chief

Analysts express neutrality concerns ahead of election over Gen. Agus Subiyanto’s ties to Jokowi.

US, Philippines launch joint sea and air patrols

Announcement comes after President Marcos visits U.S. Indo-Pacific Command.

Muslim, Arab nations urge China to press Security Council on Gaza ceasefire

After Beijing trip, top diplomats from Indonesia and elsewhere plan to visit other permanent members of U.N. body to coax them into forcing Israel’s hand.

Indonesian court rejects challenge to decision clearing president’s son as VP candidate

The Constitutional Court ruled 8-0 against a petition seeking to overturn its much-criticized October ruling.

Muslim, Arab nations urge China to press Security Council on Gaza ceasefire

After Beijing trip, top diplomats from Indonesia and elsewhere plan to visit other permanent members of U.N. body to coax them into forcing Israel’s hand.