[GLOBAL SOUTH] Indonesia's Role in the South China Sea Crisis

This podcast episode explores the tensions and complexities surrounding China's involvement in the South China Sea and its relationship with countries like Taiwan, the Philippines, and Indonesia. The speaker highlights the concerns over escalating tensions in the South China Sea, particularly around the Second Thomas Shoal, and the significance of this region for countries like the Philippines and Indonesia. The podcast also delves into the role of the ethnic Chinese population in shaping Indonesia-China relations, the influence of Chinese media, the politics of Indonesia's nickel industry, and the dilemma faced by Indonesia in balancing its relationship with China while protecting its territory. Overall, it emphasizes the economic engagement between China and Southeast Asian countries and the ongoing challenges in navigating political, military, and environmental issues in the region.