[FULL] Analisis Pengamat soal Arah Kebijakan Luar Negeri Presiden Prabowo ke Tiongkok
Summary
TLDRThe transcript discusses President Prabowo Subianto's first foreign trip to China, highlighting Indonesia's strategic relationship with China. Expert Reza emphasizes the geopolitical significance of Indonesia’s proximity to China and the comprehensive strategic partnership encompassing political, economic, cultural, and defense cooperation. The conversation also addresses ongoing tensions in the South China Sea, calling for a Code of Conduct between ASEAN and China. President Prabowo's diplomatic efforts are presented as part of a broader strategy to strengthen Indonesia’s global relations and advance national interests.
Takeaways
- 😀 China was chosen as the first foreign visit destination by President Prabowo Subianto after being inaugurated.
- 😀 Geopolitical, geo-economic, and socio-cultural factors played a role in prioritizing China for this diplomatic visit.
- 😀 Indonesia and China share a comprehensive strategic partnership, covering political, economic, social, cultural, defense, and security cooperation.
- 😀 Indonesia's geographic proximity to China is emphasized as a reason for prioritizing the country over the United States in terms of diplomatic visits.
- 😀 The strategic visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations, correct issues, and foster future collaboration between Indonesia and China.
- 😀 The visit is also a sign of the country's broader diplomatic strategy, with Prabowo having visited around 18 countries so far.
- 😀 Indonesia aims to address geopolitical tensions, such as China’s controversial Nine Dash Line claims in the South China Sea.
- 😀 Indonesia, despite not having territorial claims in the South China Sea, advocates for ASEAN’s collective interests in the region, particularly regarding maritime operations.
- 😀 The Code of Conduct between ASEAN and China, which has been delayed for years, is hoped to be signed under Prabowo's leadership.
- 😀 The visit to China signals Indonesia’s readiness to engage diplomatically on various levels, including trilateral and quadrilateral discussions with other global powers like the U.S. and Russia.
Q & A
Why did President Prabowo Subianto choose China as his first state visit destination after taking office?
-President Prabowo chose China as his first state visit destination due to the strategic significance of the Indonesia-China relationship, including political, economic, and defense cooperation. The visit emphasized the importance of their comprehensive strategic partnership, and Indonesia's geographical proximity to China played a role in this decision.
What are the key areas of cooperation between Indonesia and China highlighted in the transcript?
-The key areas of cooperation include political relations, economic partnerships, social and cultural exchanges, and defense and security collaboration. These areas are underpinned by their comprehensive strategic partnership, which facilitates a broad and multi-faceted relationship.
How does Indonesia view its role in the geopolitical landscape, especially concerning China?
-Indonesia views itself as an important player in the Southeast Asian geopolitical landscape, balancing its relationship with China while also engaging with other ASEAN countries. It strives to maintain peace and stability in the region, particularly in sensitive issues like the South China Sea.
What challenges are present in the relationship between Indonesia and China, according to the transcript?
-Challenges in the relationship include the territorial disputes in the South China Sea, specifically China's nine-dash line claim, which Indonesia does not accept. These tensions create a complex dynamic, as Indonesia aims to maintain good bilateral relations with China while also addressing regional concerns from ASEAN countries.
How does Indonesia’s stance on the South China Sea differ from China’s position?
-Indonesia does not have territorial claims in the South China Sea but opposes China’s nine-dash line, which overlaps with the exclusive economic zones of several ASEAN countries. Indonesia advocates for peaceful resolution of the disputes and emphasizes the importance of multilateral negotiations within ASEAN.
What is the Code of Conduct in the South China Sea, and why is it significant to Indonesia?
-The Code of Conduct is a set of guidelines intended to govern behavior in the South China Sea to prevent conflicts and manage territorial disputes. It is significant to Indonesia as a member of ASEAN, which has been advocating for its implementation to ensure stability and peace in the region, especially with China’s territorial claims.
What is the strategic importance of China for Indonesia, as mentioned in the transcript?
-China is strategically important for Indonesia due to its geographical proximity, economic power, and influence in regional geopolitics. Indonesia recognizes China as a critical partner in addressing geopolitical, geo-economic, and socio-cultural challenges in the region.
What role does ASEAN play in Indonesia's foreign policy towards China?
-ASEAN plays a central role in Indonesia's foreign policy towards China, as Indonesia aims to represent ASEAN's collective interests. This includes advocating for a peaceful resolution to territorial disputes, such as the South China Sea issue, and fostering multilateral cooperation among ASEAN members and China.
How does Indonesia balance its diplomatic relations with both China and the United States?
-Indonesia seeks to maintain balanced diplomatic relations with both China and the United States. While China is a priority partner due to geographic and strategic reasons, Indonesia also values its ties with the United States, engaging in a multilateral approach that includes cooperation on political, economic, and security issues.
What are the expectations from President Prabowo’s visit to China?
-The expectations from President Prabowo’s visit to China include enhancing bilateral cooperation in various sectors, addressing regional geopolitical issues, and advancing the implementation of the Code of Conduct in the South China Sea. It is also expected to reinforce Indonesia’s strategic partnership with China and contribute to ASEAN’s collective stance on regional matters.
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