Johannes Nugroho
Biography
Publications
Johannes Nugroho is a writer and political analyst from Surabaya, Indonesia.
![The danger of anti-Chinese sentiment in Indonesia’s election campaign](https://www.lowyinstitute.org/sites/default/files/styles/expert_publications/public/2023-05/GettyImages-634682346.jpg?itok=SPKe4ede)
The danger of anti-Chinese sentiment in Indonesia’s election campaign
Identity politics has been deployed to rally public support and smear rivals.
![Becoming a republic will improve Australia’s image in Asia](https://www.lowyinstitute.org/sites/default/files/styles/expert_publications/public/2022-07/Queen%20in%20Aust.jpeg?itok=2XP6CORv)
Becoming a republic will improve Australia’s image in Asia
Does the Queen of Australia still exist? It’s a surprise to many, even in diplomatic circles.
![Jokowi adopts a statesman style](https://www.lowyinstitute.org/sites/default/files/styles/expert_publications/public/2022-07/GettyImages-1241620367.jpg?itok=XnPQFQDn)
Jokowi adopts a statesman style
As G20 host, Indonesia’s president is on a drive to burnish his international credentials and win kudos at home.
![A flash in the pan? Indonesia’s palm oil export ban](https://www.lowyinstitute.org/sites/default/files/styles/expert_publications/public/GettyImages-1238703225.jpg?itok=o3CCc5Yo)
A flash in the pan? Indonesia’s palm oil export ban
Apparent domestic shortages appear more a case of a government stand-off with industry over pricing.
![Democracy or dynasty? Megawati delivers Jokowi a clip](https://www.lowyinstitute.org/sites/default/files/styles/expert_publications/public/GettyImages-1161853318.jpg?itok=m8bVZQF8)
Democracy or dynasty? Megawati delivers Jokowi a clip
Talk of extending the Indonesian president’s tenure has earned a revealing rebuke from his political patron.
![Indonesia standing between great powers](https://www.lowyinstitute.org/sites/default/files/styles/expert_publications/public/GettyImages-594329920.jpg?itok=2ibAy5-U)
Indonesia standing between great powers
Non-alignment has long defined Jakarta’s approach in the world. Neither China’s threats or US pledges will change that.
![The true challenge to Indonesia’s large informal economy](https://www.lowyinstitute.org/sites/default/files/styles/expert_publications/public/6468545167_5362cee1a4_k.jpg?itok=2tB8m_vI)
The true challenge to Indonesia’s large informal economy
The President’s promise to empower women’s enterprises will mean little unless the scourge of corruption is also curbed.
![AUKUS + Indonesia](https://www.lowyinstitute.org/sites/default/files/styles/expert_publications/public/Jokowi.jpg?itok=9rFBo5rV)
AUKUS + Indonesia
Side-stepping any alignment with super powers allows Indonesia to reap the benefits of the new trilateral agreement.
![Will Jokowi pull off a three-peat?](https://www.lowyinstitute.org/sites/default/files/styles/expert_publications/public/Jokowi%20votes.jpg?itok=eKjkE3w2)
Will Jokowi pull off a three-peat?
The Indonesian president is intent on leaving a legacy – another term in office might help him get there.
Pagination