INDONESIA: EMERGING POLITICAL LEADERS PROGRAM Prepared by Ross Willing May 2015

PARTNERS

OVERVIEW

With the support of the Australia-Indonesia Centre and the Australia-Indonesia Institute, DFAT delivered the Inaugural Emerging Political Leaders Program in May 2016.

Six young leaders were identified by the Australian Embassy in Jakarta to undertake a week long program across Sydney, Canberra, Darwin and Melbourne.

The program aimed to deepen Australia’s connections with leaders that will influence the future of Indonesia and to share Australian perspectives on strategic, economic, social and other policy issues.

The program included engagements with government, academia and the business sector, as well as providing on opportunity to enjoy unique Australian cultural experiences.

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EMERGING POLITICAL LEADER PARTICIPANTS

Mr Aryo Djojohadikusumo – Gerindra Member of Indonesian Parliament

– Deputy Secretary General of Gerindra

Mr Prananda Paloh – NasDem Member of Indonesian Parliament

Mr Dave Laksono – Golkar Member of Indonesian Parliament

– Member of Commission I on Foreign Affairs, Defence, Information and Intelligence

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EMERGING POLITICAL LEADER PARTICIPANTS

Mr Martin Manurung – Head of NasDem’s Youth Wing

– NasDem Strategist

Dr Dimas Oky Nugroho – PDI-P Candidate for Mayor of Depok

Ms Isyana Bagoes Oka – Deputy Chairperson of Indonesia Solidarity Party (PSI)

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ITINERARY

SYDNEY 21-23 May

• Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb

• Advanced Passenger Processing Facility, DIBP

CANBERRA 23-25 May

• Roundtable with DFAT Senior Officials

• Counter Terrorism and Cyber Security Briefing with Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet

• Centre on China in the World, ANU

• Roundtable with Australia Strategic Policy Institute

• Roundtable with National Security College, ANU

• Tour of National Gallery of Australia

• Reception with AIC’s Emerging Leaders Program

DARWIN 25-26 May

• Tour and Briefing at Robertson Barracks

• Tour of Northern Territory Parliament and Meeting with Deputy Chief Minister

• Bridge School Visit

MELBOURNE 26-28 May

• Melbourne Accelerator Program (MAP)

• Roundtable with Parliamentarians and Business

• Meeting with Andrew Robb, former Minister for Trade and Investment

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STRATEGIC AND SECURITY ISSUES

Participants engaged senior Australian officials, academics and think-tanks on key

strategic and defence issues, including:

• Tour and Briefing at Robertson Barracks and Advanced Passenger Processing Facility

• Meeting with Senior Officials at DFAT and PM&C

• Roundtable discussions at the National Security College, ASPI and Australian Centre for China in the World at ANU.

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BUSINESS AND TRADE

The delegation met with business

leaders in Melbourne.

A particular highlight was meeting with

former Minister for Trade and

Investment, Andrew Robb, who

discussed opportunities to increase

trade between Australia and Indonesia.

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INNOVATION The Melbourne Accelerator Program (MAP), attached to the University of Melbourne, was an excellent opportunity to see how universities were linking with the private sector to develop and apply new technologies.

Participants were exposed to the ideas and technologies (like virtual reality) that MAP hopes will have a transformational impact.

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UNIQUE EXPERIENCES Throughout the week in Australia, the group were able to participate in the unique experiences that Australia has to offer.

The group saw our iconic landmarks and climbed the Sydney Harbour Bridge. They also sampled the best of Australian produce and multicultural cuisine.

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The young leaders also enjoyed browsing the National Gallery of Australia’s world class Indigenous art collection that includes traditional Indonesian batiks produced by Indigenous artists.

EVALUATION

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Measured against its objectives, the program was a success.

The visit successfully engaged the young leaders on issues important to the future of both Australia and Indonesia. Government, academia and business contacts provided a broad set of perspectives on strategic and economic issues, and the bilateral relationship.

The group left with an improved understanding of Australian foreign and trade policy and a more in-depth understanding of the depth of bilateral ties.

Both during and post the visit the group consistently commented on the value and quality of the program.

Particular highlights included Robertson Barracks and the Melbourne Accelerator Program.

NEXT PROGRAMS

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DFAT plans to hold further programs aimed at engaging Indonesian leaders. Future delegations may include leaders in the Islamic Community and in regional governments, as well as continuing to work with young leaders involved in national politics.