Indonesian presidential candidate Joko "Jokowi" Widodo runs on the stage after delivering a speech in front of his supporters at Gelora Bung Karno stadium in Jakarta July 5, 2014. Picture taken July 5 ...

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JAKARTA – Having given his blessing for his younger son to run in local elections, Indonesian President Joko Widodo is making moves to seal his legacy and ensure his power endures even after he steps ...

Indonesia has been chosen as one of five non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council after a competitive bidding process, inaugurating what is likely to be a period of greater ...

JAKARTA -- Recent suicide bombings carried out by children have led Indonesia to bolster its anti-terror forces as well as enhance education to protect young people ...

Jakarta: Indonesia's presidential election on Wednesday could be the last chance for old style politicians to lead what is one of the world's biggest democracies, and one of its youngest. Since 1998, ...