Indonesia's Representative in International Forums Lacks Representation
The recent visit of former US President Donald Trump to the Middle East, specifically to the Gaza Strip during the KTT (Kembara Timur-Tengah) meeting, has sparked attention once again. A notable figure from Indonesia was absent from this significant event - former Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.
Trump's visit to the Gaza Strip, a region with high geopolitical tensions, is seen as a strategic move by the US to demonstrate its support for Israel. The former US President met with Israeli officials and reaffirmed the United States' commitment to ensuring Israel's security in the face of potential threats from Iran and other regional actors.
However, Indonesia's representative in international forums was noticeably absent from this high-level gathering. Prabowo Subianto, who served as Indonesian Defense Minister under former President Joko Widodo, has become a prominent figure on the global stage due to his outspoken views on regional security issues.
Prabowo's absence during Trump's visit to the Gaza Strip raises questions about Indonesia's engagement in international affairs and its commitment to promoting regional peace. As a key player in Southeast Asian politics, Indonesia should have had a stronger representation at this meeting, especially considering its historical ties with Israel and its role as a mediator in regional conflicts.
While Prabowo has been vocal on security issues in the Middle East, his absence during Trump's visit highlights Indonesia's need to strengthen its diplomatic presence in high-profile international gatherings. This absence also underscores the country's reliance on individual leaders to represent its interests abroad, rather than fostering a more collective and coordinated approach to international diplomacy.
Indonesia's foreign policy strategy should prioritize engaging with key regional players, such as Israel and Iran, to promote stability and security in the Middle East. By strengthening its diplomatic presence at high-level gatherings like the KTT meeting, Indonesia can reassert its role as a respected player on the global stage.
The recent visit of former US President Donald Trump to the Middle East, specifically to the Gaza Strip during the KTT (Kembara Timur-Tengah) meeting, has sparked attention once again. A notable figure from Indonesia was absent from this significant event - former Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.
Trump's visit to the Gaza Strip, a region with high geopolitical tensions, is seen as a strategic move by the US to demonstrate its support for Israel. The former US President met with Israeli officials and reaffirmed the United States' commitment to ensuring Israel's security in the face of potential threats from Iran and other regional actors.
However, Indonesia's representative in international forums was noticeably absent from this high-level gathering. Prabowo Subianto, who served as Indonesian Defense Minister under former President Joko Widodo, has become a prominent figure on the global stage due to his outspoken views on regional security issues.
Prabowo's absence during Trump's visit to the Gaza Strip raises questions about Indonesia's engagement in international affairs and its commitment to promoting regional peace. As a key player in Southeast Asian politics, Indonesia should have had a stronger representation at this meeting, especially considering its historical ties with Israel and its role as a mediator in regional conflicts.
While Prabowo has been vocal on security issues in the Middle East, his absence during Trump's visit highlights Indonesia's need to strengthen its diplomatic presence in high-profile international gatherings. This absence also underscores the country's reliance on individual leaders to represent its interests abroad, rather than fostering a more collective and coordinated approach to international diplomacy.
Indonesia's foreign policy strategy should prioritize engaging with key regional players, such as Israel and Iran, to promote stability and security in the Middle East. By strengthening its diplomatic presence at high-level gatherings like the KTT meeting, Indonesia can reassert its role as a respected player on the global stage.