Malaysia-Indonesia: Nusantara Neighbours And Rivals

Dr Siwage Dharma Negara , ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute

23-Apr-25 07:45

Malaysia-Indonesia: Nusantara Neighbours And Rivals

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The strengthening ties between Malaysia and Indonesia were once again on display this week, with the Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi concluding a three-day visit to Jakarta. How might this visit pave the way for more opportunities for the two neighbours to collaborate amid challenging global conditions? We discussed the trends with Dr. Siwage Dharma Negara of ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute.

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