Facing The Multipolar World, Puan Said Indonesia Needs To Strengthen Independence In Facing Global Pressure

Chairman of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR) Puan Maharani. (Photo: YouTube screenshot)

JAKARTA - Chairman of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR) Puan Maharani emphasized that Indonesia is still facing various external challenges, ranging from geopolitical conflicts to global power shift dynamics.

According to him, in this situation it is necessary to strengthen the foundation of national independence so that Indonesia can survive and be sovereign in the midst of world pressure.

He stressed that national independence does not only rely on infrastructure or capital availability, but also depends heavily on the food, technology sector to the quality of human resources that drive it.

"This independence demands concrete steps, building food independence, energy, manufacturing, and strategic technology. National independence is not just a matter of infrastructure and capital, but also the quality of humans driving it," said Puan at the 2025 MPR and DPR Annual Sessions held at the Parliament Building, Senayan, Friday, August 15.

Puan conveyed that related to global challenges or external pressures, Indonesia is the same as other countries in the global vortex, thus requiring a solid foothold and a clear direction related to the interests of the nation and state.

"Therefore, investment in education, mastery of technology, and the development of the nation's character is an inseparable part of the independence strategy," he said.

Puan also emphasized the importance of Indonesia's strategic position in the global order which is now increasingly multipolar.

Menurutnya, Indonesia harus berani mengambil peran lebih aktif dalam forum-forum internasional untuk memastikan kepentingan nasional tetap menjadi prioritas.

“Dalam dunia multipolar saat ini, Indonesia harus menempatkan diri secara strategis untuk memperjuangkan kepentingan nasional di forum-forum internasional, mulai dari isu lingkungan, ekonomi, geopolitik, perdagangan global, hingga tata kelola dunia yang lebih adil,” kata Puan.

According to him, Indonesia must dare to take a more active role in international forums to ensure that national interests remain a priority.

"In today's multipolar world, Indonesia must strategically position itself to fight for national interests in international forums, ranging from environmental issues, economy, geopoliticals, global trade, to fairer world governance," said Puan.