Ambition Between Promise and Limitation eyesonindonesia Amsterdam, 26 March 2026—BRICS, originally an acronym for Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, is an informal cooperation framework of major emerging economies that has evolved over the years into a geopolitical platform for the Global South. The bloc has no fixed headquarters, no founding treaty and no…
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Europe and Indonesia: A New Chapter in Trade and Cooperation eyesonindonesia Amsterdam, 24 March 2026– A few years back, In 2018, Indonesia and the European Union signed a €10 million financing agreement for ARISE+ Indonesia, a five‑year program designed to strengthen Indonesia’s export competitiveness and integration into global value chains. Four product categories were prioritized:…
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The Hybrid Vehicle Conquering China’s Streets and Skies eyesonindonesia Imagine being stuck in a miles-long gridlock when, with the push of a button, rotors unfold from your vehicle’s roof, lifting you vertically above the chaos. What was once the stuff of science fiction has officially touched down—and taken off—in Southwestern China. In February 2026, the…
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eyesonindonesia The dramatic capture of Nicolás Maduro, ending a prolonged era of Venezuelan authoritarianism, has sent ripples across the globe. While South America grapples with the immediate aftermath and the tantalizing prospect of a reshaped political landscape, the question arises: what’s the view from Jakarta? As of late January 2026, the Indonesian government has maintained…
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eyesonindonesia Indonesia’s raw ore export ban has already transformed it into the world’s nickel powerhouse, and the chances of building a more sophisticated EV‑focused industry are strong — but success hinges on balancing resource nationalism with foreign investment, technology transfer, and sustainable practices. The Policy Shift Indonesia, home to the largest nickel reserves globally, banned…
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How Savvy Investors Can Ride the EV Revolution eyesonindonesia Indonesia’s nickel boom presents a compelling opportunity for foreign investors, but it comes with high regulatory, operational, and market risks that demand careful due diligence and local partnerships. Investors should weigh long-term EV-driven demand against Indonesia’s resource-nationalist policies and shifting battery chemistries. Quick decision guide Snapshot…
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What Comes Next in New York and Beyond eyesonindonesia The dramatic arrest of Nicolás Maduro by U.S. special forces has sent shockwaves through Latin America. As the former Venezuelan dictator faces a tribunal in New York, the region braces for revelations that could reshape its political landscape—and offer new opportunities for neighbors like Suriname. 🎯…
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eyesonindonesia Imagine boarding a sleek aircraft in 2050. Instead of the familiar roar of jet engines, you hear only a faint hum—like the whisper of electricity. The plane lifts effortlessly, powered not by burning fossil fuels but by streams of ionized plasma guided by electromagnetic fields. This is the future plasma propulsion promises: a world…
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