NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a special report from Indonesia, highlighting the 60th anniversary of the country’s diplomatic ties with Japan and the upcoming Asian Games. The report delves into Indonesia’s rapid economic growth, infrastructure developments, and the challenges of social and religious tolerance. Anchored by Minori Takao from Jakarta’s international airport, the coverage includes insights from local experts on the political and economic changes, foreign investment, and the government’s ambitious infrastructure plans.
- Indonesia and Japan celebrate the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
- Indonesia is set to host the Asian Games starting in August.
- Jakarta’s international airport has a new terminal to accommodate 60 million annual passengers.
- Indonesia is the world’s fourth-largest population at 216 million people.
- The country’s economy is growing by 5% annually, with significant infrastructure development.
- Government aims to alleviate traffic congestion with the country’s first MRT system set to operate by next year.
- Japanese government-funded MRT project is underway to improve Jakarta’s notorious traffic jams.
- Car-free days in Jakarta aim to reduce pollution and encourage leisure activities.
- President Joko Widodo’s five-year infrastructure plan nears completion, with a budget of $450 billion.
- Foreign investment is key to funding infrastructure projects, with significant contributions from Japan, China, and others.
- Despite economic growth, there is an increasing wealth gap, with the top 1% getting richer.
- President Joko Widodo’s efforts are aimed at reducing bureaucracy and attracting more foreign investment.
- Growing concerns over religious and social intolerance has prompted a push for the national ideology of Pancasila, promoting unity and diversity.
- Human Rights Watch criticizes the Indonesian government for failing to address discrimination against minority groups.
- Indonesia’s upcoming presidential election in 2019 is expected to maintain the current government’s policies.
- Part two of the series will explore cultural influences from overseas and their impact on Indonesia.
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