UGM academics highlight Indonesia’s democratic decline, as elections increasingly legitimize a party-elite oligarchy over substantive democracy.
UGM Experts
UGM’s Asia Pacific Study Center calls for clearer agreements to strengthen legal protections for Indonesian migrant fishers working on Korean vessels.
WHO praises Indonesia’s leadership in herbal medicine development, prompting calls for stronger cross-sector support to strengthen the industry.
UGM food technology expert explains why healthy food remains unaffordable for many Indonesians and outlines key steps for improving access.
Former BMKG Head Professor Dwikorita Karnawati warns of increased risks of flash floods and lightning amid Indonesia’s peak rainy season.
UGM expert, Professor Ridi Ferdiana, highlights Gen Z’s dominance in AI use and offers ethical, balanced approaches to digital technology.
UGM’s expert urges vigilance as heavy rains approach, warning of increased flood and landslide risks across Indonesia.
Experts urge the Indonesian Broadcasting Commission (KPI) to address the unequal regulations between conventional media and digital platforms.
UGM sociologist Elok Santi Jesica reminds the public that photographing others without their consent risks violating privacy and personal data laws.
Pustral UGM calls for transportation safety to be prioritized, as recent accidents highlight the need for stronger oversight and policy coordination.
UGM’s economist highlights high informal employment as a sign of structural poverty, urging stronger job formalization and vocational training.
UGM sociologist urges government and youth collaboration to strengthen digital literacy and critical awareness against online gambling exploitation.
UGM experts call for improved governance, accountability, and legal protection in Indonesia’s MBG Program following food poisoning cases.
A UGM sociologist urges stronger digital literacy education for migrant workers as thousands of Indonesians fall victim to online scams.
UGM lecturer Alfath Bagus Panuntun El Nur Indonesia says the Prabowo-Gibran government’s first-year performance remains below expectations and internally focused.
Influenza cases surge by 55% in Indonesia. UGM’s expert calls for enhanced surveillance, vaccination, and public awareness to prevent the transmission of the disease.
UGM’s expert highlights the dangers of microplastics found in rainwater, urging stronger awareness and preventive action to protect human health.
UGM Professor Gabriel Lele highlights that the reduction of regional transfer funds reflects weak fiscal independence and centralization of control.
UGM economist Dr. Wisnu Setiadi Nugroho criticizes Indonesia’s employment policies as being short-term and insufficient to address youth unemployment.
UGM economist Dr. Evi Noor Afifah urges the government to focus on quality, timely, and targeted spending amid rising idle regional funds.
UGM environmental expert Prof. Djati Mardiatno explains that Indonesia’s extreme heat is caused by solar movement, urban heat islands, and low green space coverage.
UGM historian Dr. Nur Aini Setiawati highlights that throughout Indonesia’s industrial history, wealth has often benefited only a few.
UGM accounting lecturer Dr. Arika Artiningsih outlines the characteristics and warning signs of fraud in both the business and government sectors.
UGM energy economist Dr. Fahmy Radhi warns that threats against private gas stations could harm Indonesia’s overall investment climate.
UGM’s expert urges the government to refocus the MBG program on students truly in need and strengthen food safety management.
BMKG predicts a weak La Niña from October 2025 to January 2026, which may lead to increased rainfall in several Indonesian regions.
UGM’s expert highlights poor dental hygiene education and limited access to care as key factors contributing to the widespread dental problems in Indonesia.
UGM lecturer emphasizes curriculum and teacher readiness as Indonesia prepares to make English a mandatory subject for grades 3–6 by 2027.
UGM expert Dr. Agustinus Subarsono states that the proposed single salary system can enhance civil servant welfare and improve bureaucratic efficiency.
UGM fiscal policy expert calls for more efficient and productive spending as Indonesia records a Rp371.5 trillion state budget deficit in 2025.