International Businesses See Policy Continuity in Indonesia, Bower Group Asia Says

The video discusses Indonesia's evolving political landscape, focusing on the maturity of its electoral process, the influence of religious identity in elections, and the shift towards social conservatism. It highlights the potential candidates for future elections and examines the challenges faced by foreign investors due to nationalist policies. The discussion also touches on the perception of Indonesia as a market and the continuity of policies affecting foreign investment.

What is a key characteristic of Indonesia's current election compared to previous ones?

• A focus on religious identity

• A focus on economic policies

• A focus on environmental issues

• A focus on international relations

How has the definition of democracy changed among Indonesian elites?

• From majoritarianism to minority protection

• From minority protection to majoritarianism

• From economic focus to social focus

• From religious focus to secular focus

Who is seen as a potential candidate for the next presidential election in Indonesia?

• Megawati Sukarnoputri

• Sandiaga Uno

• Prabowo Subianto

• Joko Widodo

What is a major challenge for foreign investors in Indonesia?

• Lack of natural resources

• High taxation rates

• Restrictions in certain sectors

• Political instability

What is the expectation for foreign companies operating in Indonesia?

• To focus on exports

• To hire only local employees

• To add value domestically

• To invest in technology

How does Indonesia's approach to foreign investment differ from India's?

• Indonesia uses an incentive-based approach

• Indonesia expects domestic value addition

• India expects foreign companies to focus on exports

• India uses a restriction-based approach

What perception do Indonesian policymakers dislike regarding foreign investors?

• That Indonesia is too competitive

• That Indonesia lacks skilled labor

• That Indonesia is just a market to be sold into

• That Indonesia is too reliant on exports