Building U.S.-Indonesia Mutual Understanding Since 1994

OPEN FORUMS

Open Forums

On-the-record discussion programs in Jakarta and Washington DC on the full range of issues of interest in U.S-Indonesian relations, including The U.S-Indonesia Strategic Partnership, the new U.S. administration, Indonesia and U.S. elections, U.S and Indonesian foreign policy, economy, trade and business, etc.

Upcoming Open Forums

Past Open Forums

Special Open Forum Panel Discussion: The Indonesia – U.S. Caucus of Indonesia's Legislature: How it Views its Roles in Indonesia's Democracy and Foreign Policy

Indonesia’s democratic consolidation has led to the transformation of its national legislature (DPR RI) into a more functional and powerful legislative branch of the government. The DPR RI has recently…

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Journalism and Islamic Values

The Indonesian reformasi era ushered in a more vibrant, independent press that has contributed significantly to the nation’s democratic deepening over the last two and a half decades.  Although challenges…

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“Expanding and Strengthening the U.S.-Indonesia Security Partnership: The Military Education Component

An Open Forum with: Prof. Dr. Juwono Sudarsono Professor of International Relations at the University of Indonesia; Former Indonesian Defense Minister (1999-2000 and 2004-2009); USINDO Advisor Dr. Michael S. Malley Professor at…

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Higher Education as an Instrument for Structural Change in Indonesia

On March 16th, USINDO hosted an Open Forum on higher education in Indonesia with Dr. Anies Baswedan as special guest speaker.  USINDO Co-Chair Emeritus Ed Masters moderated the event. When…

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Expanding and Strengthening the United States – Indonesia Security Partnership: The Military Education Component

featuring: Prof. Dr. Juwono Sudarsono Professor of International Relations, University of Indonesia Former Defense Minister (1999-2000; 2004-2009) Adviser, The US – Indonesia Society with: Dr. Michael S. Malley Professor at…

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Education as an Instrument for Structural Change in Indonesia

Please join us for a USINDO Open Forum on March 15 with Dr. Anies Baswedan. Dr. Baswedan will discuss current progress and challenges in Indonesia’s education, the approach to education…

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